The 10 Best Historical & Heritage Tours in Busan, South Korea

December 7, 2021 Florencio Paulino

Busan is Korea's second largest city.  Tourists often come to this region to hike and to visit the Buddhist Temples located deep within the region's mountains. The Beomeosa Temple, founded in 678 AD, is perhaps one of the most frequented temples in the area and is always packed with worshipers and tourists. For art buffs, Busan offers several museums and historical buildings. If scenery is your thing, try visiting the Dongbaek Island, or bird watch at the Nakdong river estuary.
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1. 3-Day KORAIL Tour of Busan and Gyeongju from Seoul

Singyeongju Station, 80 Singyeongjuyeong-ro, Geoncheon-eup, Gyeongju, Gyeongsangbuk-do, South Korea Travel in South Korea with the top leading Korean Travel Agency: Aju Incentive - Gyeongju
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Journey down to Gyeongju from Seoul by taking a ride on Korea's bullet train, KTX, on this small group, 3-day multi-day tour. After the 2 hour ride, explore into the past of Korean history, religion, and science. The half day guided tour will amaze you as you discover the wonders of an old Buddhist temple (Bulguksa Temple), ancient tombs (Tumuli Park), and the oldest existing astronomical observatory in Asia (Cheomseongdae Observatory). Next day, experience what Busan has to offer through politics, religion, history, culture, traditions, and current lifestyle. The full day guided tour will have you explore Nurimaru APEC House, Haedong Yonggungsa Temple, Jagalchi Fish Market, Yongdusan Park, and Gukje Market. The next day, relax and enjoy some leisure time at Busan. Then head over to Busan Station and depart to Seoul in a 3 hour ride by KTX.

Inclusions: 2 nights accommodation, Breakfast, All taxes, fees and handling charges, Driver/guide, Drop-off and pickup at Gyeongju Hotel, Private transportation

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities, Drop-off & Pickup at Seoul Station

Reviewed By suemacp6

Great day with our English speaking guide. As a retired local school teacher, Sarah made our day very enjoyable and informative. Would happily recommend this day trip to a beautiful historical part of Korea. So glad we made the effort.

2. Andong Hahoe Folk Village Day Tour From Busan

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Leave Busan behind and relax on a drive to the countryside during this full-day guided Private tour to Andong. Visit the UNESCO-listed Hahoe Folk Village, where you’ll watch a mask dance performance and explore traditional houses. At the Andong Folk Museum, learn more about regional lifestyles that date back to the Joseon dynasty. Your day of sightseeing also includes a Korean lunch and round-trip hotel transport from Busan. Note: Mask dance performance is not scheduled every monday

Inclusions: Lunch, Professional English-speaking guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, WiFi on board, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation

Exclusions: Gratuities

Reviewed By 921julieannl

The temples are the most attractive because it’s like you are living in an ancient times in a modern world. It is just an amazing, uplifting experience.

3. Korean UNESCO World Heritage Tour including Gyeongju, Andong and Daegu(2N3D)

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Gain a true appreciation for Korea’s history and UNESCO world heritage sites on this package of day trips from Busan. Visiting Gyeongju, Daegu and Andong over three days, this comprehensive tour allows you to understand Korea’s most important ruling dynasties, sample each regions’ culinary specialties, and compare city to rural life. With your dedicated English-speaking guide and private minivan, sit back and enjoy Korea’s most spectacular sights. Day1 First destination is Gyeongju that's the oldest unified Kingdom in Korean History is called a Museum doesn't have a roof. Day2 after look around capital city of Shilla Dynasty you are supposed to go to Daegu where you are staying 2nights and you are going to see Andong which is known as good place about learning Joseon Dynasty Day3 for the last day, you are going to Haeinsa Temple which has 2 UNESCO heritages from Goryeo Dynasty and Joseon, before going to Seoul you are walking around Herb Museum and public market in Daegu as well.

Inclusions: Lunch, Lunch, Bottled water, Lunch, Driver/guide, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Transport by private vehicle, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, WiFi on board

Exclusions: Gratuities, accommodation in Daegu for 2 nights is not included. Our office is happy to provide information and can recommend places to stay. It is possible to start the tour from Gyeongju or another city near Busan.

Reviewed By paigeal

My friends and I had such a fun time touring with our guide, Jade. He was very informative with a sense of humor. We learned a lot about Busan culture and the history of the places we saw. My favorite was the village. Thank you Jade!

4. 3-Days 2-Nights Gyeongju UNESCO Sites & Busan City [Private Tour from Seoul]

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This tour is a private tour that reduces the cost per person as the number of participants increases. It is a very rewarding tour schedule that allows you to travel between Gyeongju, the capital of the old dynasty of Silla which unified 3 kingdom to one, and Busan, the second largest city in Korea. ● This tour was designed for tourists who visit Korea for the first time or who visit more than once in Korea and want to see other than Seoul. ● Our journey starts with Korea travel specialist who has full of knowledge about Korean History, Politics, Religions and Nature So Our tourist can listen a lot of story while moving. ● Tour start from Seoul or Incheon Airport, and drive down to southeast about 4 hours and then will reach in the millennium city called Gyeongju city and move to Busan city which is the second largest and biggest port city of Korea with full of joy and variety seafood. ※ Tour Itinerary is subject to change by customers request.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, 2-nights accommodation, Breakfast, Vehicle Service, Private Driving guide, Hotel pick-up and sending

Exclusions: Personal Food(Lunch & Dinner) and Drink, Gratuities

Reviewed By chrisparker91

Chance was a very knowledgeable and enthusiastic tour guide. My fiancé and I enjoyed the trip and we feel that it was worth the money spent. Chance gave us a private skiing lesson and his visible passion for the job made the trip one to remember.

5. Busan Private Tour & Highlight Shore Excursion

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Busan Tour Specialists are ready to meet you. Busan gives you harmonious culture experience both beautiful nature and bustle city life together in a short distance. Mountain Temple: Colorful decoration on Korean traditional architecture. stone pagodas, stone lanterns, various Buddha statues in different halls. APEC House surrounded in the pine trees and camellia trees fronting beautiful ocean panorama : selected as a world class event venue thanks to the fantastic scenery. Ocean Bridges : (Diamond Bridge and more) passing by the contemporary skyscrapers and Gwangan beach Ropeway Cable Car riding: what a exciting ride on a transparent floored cabin. Outdoor gallery in Gamcheon Culture Village: regenerated village by art village projects. local life story based on fish market Local Market (Gukje international and Jagalchi Fish) :Don't miss this vibrant atmosphere

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Local Food Restaurant Recommendation, Hotel Pickup & Drop

Exclusions: Lunch, Marine Cable Car Cabin

6. Cruise Layover : Small Group Busan Highlight Day Tour

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Do you want to maximize your cruise layover tour in Busan? In this program,you can visit major tour destinations in Busan, Most beautiful temple in Korea, Haedong Yonggungsa Temple, Santorini in Busan - Gamcheon Cultural village, APEC house in Dongbaek Island, Busan Tower where you can see 360 surround view of Busan, Jagalchi fish market, BIFF street that busan international film festival held, Bupyeong ggangtong market that so many good food are waiting for you,etc. You will also experience Busan Local food that locals love to visit! It can be Korean BBQ, Super famous seaweed soup with seafood, Pork Soup, Busan fried chicken! Besides, Your professional tour guide who is kind, accommodating and experienced will also give you full narration about tour destination and busan, which makes your day trip in Busan more special and memorable! Are you looking for quality tour with reasonable price, this is the one you want to!

Inclusions: Lunch, Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes, Entrance fees, Professional photographer guide, Pickup & Drop off at Busan International Cruise Terminal, English speaking guide

Exclusions: Dinner, Gratuities(optional)

Reviewed By NicolasL312-fr

It was a great tour, Gyeongju was a great city to visit. Our tour guide Mimi, was amazing from the moment she picked us from our hotel to every step of the visit and really tried to make the best trip possible for us. She spoke very well English and was very knowledgeable. Highly recommend if you wish to fully understand the Shilla period.

7. Western Busan Tour : Modern History Tour even Busanites don't Aware of

Nampo-dong, South Korea, Busan, Jung-gu, Nampodong 1(il)-ga, 구덕로 지하 12 HERI TOUR
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Today, Busan attracts people from all over the world as one of the most famous tourist city in Korea. In the days of 1950s and 1960s, Busan drove an important role in modern history in Korea. Provisional Government of Korea was settled in Busan and a lot of renowned Korean companies initiated their business in Busan as well. On the other hand, Busan played a role of shelter of refugees during Korean war whom later had been a driving force of miracle of Han River. Through this tour, you can see the trace of development of Busan, and can have a great understanding of modern history of Korea.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Gratuities, Parking Fees

Exclusions: Will have lunch nearby Jagalchi Market

Reviewed By minimayne

I did a lot of research on the best spots to see night views of Busan city and I would totally recommend Heritour. My guide spoke Japanese, Chinese and English for me. He also was kind enough to take photos for me as I was by myself.

8. Full-Day Customizable Private Busan Highlight Tour

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If you want to make your tour private with your group, this tour will make it help. Just make your own time without any tourists but only your group! Friendly and experienced tour guide will bring you around Busan, wherever you want to visit in Busan! Just ask where you want to visit to my tour guide! There are so many places to stop by! Haedong Yonggungsa temple, Gamcheon cultural village, Taejongdae cliff, BIFF street for street food, Kukje market, Jagalchi fish market, Hot spring area in Busan, Centum city department store(biggest one in the world), Haewundae beach, Gwanganri beach for diamond bridge at night, Night Yatch, etc! Plus tour guide will bring you to good local restaurants! Enjoy Busan with your private tour service and make your own memorable time! Join us and make your own Trip! - Private air-conditioned tour vehicle, well cleaned - Experienced and accommodating tour guide - Local Food of Busan - Make your own plan, it is customizable private tour proram

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Tour Guide, Private transportation, Parking Fees, Entrance fees on suggesiton destination, WiFi on board, Bottled water

Exclusions: Lunch, Dinner, Entrance fee : not on suggestion plan, Gratuities

Reviewed By NicolasL312-fr

It was a great tour, Gyeongju was a great city to visit. Our tour guide Mimi, was amazing from the moment she picked us from our hotel to every step of the visit and really tried to make the best trip possible for us. She spoke very well English and was very knowledgeable. Highly recommend if you wish to fully understand the Shilla period.

9. Busan Customized Private Tour with private vehicle

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# Knowledgeable and years of experiences # Licensed tour guide # Fluent in English # Flexible schedule # Good choice of meals

Inclusions: Private transportation, WiFi on board, Air-conditioned vehicle, Parking Fees, Bottled water

Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities

10. Fun & Informative Busan in Korea Virtual Tour

Gimhae International Airport, 165 Gonghangjinim-ro, Daejeo 2(i)-dong, Gangseo-gu, Busan, South Korea Busan Mate - English Small Tour
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Instantly teleporting you to Korea right now! Korea has many more beautiful spots to visit other than Seoul. Go on an online tour with local experts in the region. Enjoy a true virtual tour to Busan in your room. Take a peek at the hidden photo zones and restaurants that only locals know in Busan.

Inclusions: Access Link to The Virtual Group Tour - 100% online., Live Professional Local Guide from Korea, Local’s Top Secret Tour Guide Book in PDF

Exclusions: PC or Mobile Device to Join Virtual Tour, Internet Connection

Reviewed By Belle S

My sister found this company online and I'm so glad she booked with them. Our party of 4 consisted of my sister, our elderly parents and myself. Our super guide Jun Eun-jong met us at our hotel, went over what sights we wanted to cover and understood our need to be flexible depending on how our parents were feeling. I cannot say enough about Jun! Her English is excellent, she is knowledgeable native of Busan, great sense of humor and just an all around joy. The vehicle we had was perfect for the four of us, easy for my parents to get in and out of, and very clean. Jun let us set the pace of the tours, never hurrying us and made sure everyone's needs were met. Lunch at a local restaurant was very good, ordered ahead as to minimize wait time. The food was good but more importantly for my mom, it was super clean. Our day lasted from 9 am to just about 5 pm, we covered what we had wanted and more. I specifically asked Jun for her business card because I would recommend her in a heart beat to anyone going to Busan. Thanks Jun!

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