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The KTX bullet train links Seoul and Busan in about two and a half hours, city center to city center. Here’s how the train works, how to book, what it costs, and how to ride it step by step — the complete guide.
From five-star ocean-view towers in Haeundae to smart business hotels in Seomyeon and cheap guesthouses by the markets — a local’s honest pick of the best hotels in Busan, and exactly how and when to book.
Korea’s oldest public beach, a curving over-sea skywalk, a glass-floor marine cable car and a clifftop suspension bridge — a local’s guide to Songdo, Busan’s most underrated seaside day out.
Jagalchi’s fish stalls, BIFF Square’s seed-filled hotteok, the alleys of Gukje Market and a night market that comes alive after dark — a local’s guide to eating your way through Busan.
A local’s day-by-day plan for Busan — beaches, the sea temple, Gamcheon, markets and night views — built so you see the best of the city without backtracking across town.
Beaches, sea temples, painted villages, night views and Korea’s best seafood — a local’s pick of the best things to do in Busan, and how to fit them into your trip.
The other Busan soul food. Milmyeon is the city’s own cold noodle — born from the Korean War, chewy, sweet-tangy and refreshing. What it is, mul vs bibim, how to eat it, and the legendary shops.
Spring and autumn are the sweet spots, but summer owns the beaches and winter is quiet and cheap. Here’s Busan’s weather month by month, plus the best time to go for blossoms, beaches, fireworks or value.
Busan’s two star beaches, side by side. Haeundae is the big upscale resort beach; Gwangalli is the younger one with the famous bridge night view. Here’s how to pick — or do both.
The Busan subway is clean, cheap and signed in English. Here’s how the four lines work, which transit card to buy, how to ride and transfer, fares, day passes and the bus — a complete step-by-step guide.
