After your tour guide picks you up at Busan International Cruise Terminal, you will head to Haedong Yonggung Temple. This place offers tourists a chance to know two birds with one stone- head up for second-to-none panoramic views of the ocean against the city, and learn more about traditional Korean religion.Nurimaru APEC House means an APEC conference hall. It is noted for its beautiful, natural landscape accented by dense camellia and pine trees. Nurimaru APEC House has been used as a memorial hall and a prestigious international conference hall since the APEC summit meeting.The UN Memorial Cemetery in Korea honors UN soldiers from 16 countries and UN aids from five countries that were killed in battle during the Korean War from 1950-1953. This serene park spreads across a grassy plain area of 135,000 square meters. Some notable sites and memorials include: Memorial Service Hall, Memorabilia Hall, two Turkish Monuments, Greek Monument, Australian Monument, British Common Wealth Monument and two ponds. The Memorial Service Hall and the Memorabilia Hall were constructed in 1964 and 1968 respectively. The citizens of Busan dedicated the Main Gate in 1966. There are many annual events held here such as April’s Tributary Ceremony of the Veterans of the Korean War, May’s American Memorial Day, June’s Korean Memorial Day, and October’s UN Ceremony Day.One of the most famous landmarks in Busan. You can see almost the entire metropolis as you walk around the top deck. You will find yourself surprised at the view of Busan Tower as you exit the tower. Busan Tower offers a 360 degree view of Busan.Are you interested in Busan’s modern district? Then hit BIFF Square. There are events such as hand printing of movie celebrities. The 428 meter-long street stretching from the Buyeong Theater in Nampo-dong to the overpass in Chungmu-dong was divided into “Star Street” and “Festival Street,” and on the eve of the festival each year the “Ground Opening the BIFF Square” is held on the street. During the ceremony events such as the hand printing of famous movie celebrities and Nunggot Jeomdeung (snow-flower lighting) take place.Because Busan is one of the biggest seaports in South Korea, it says nothing of best seafood. Jagalchi market is the most famous seafood market in all of Korea. You can see every seller yell their bargains and bargain at once. You can try some seafood like squid, octopus, crab, mussels and prawns.Here is one historically rich mountainside cultural quarter. It was originally settled by refugees during the Korean War. You will see tiny hillside homes and nifty collection of clever decorative pieces installed by art students. After Gamcheon Culture Village, you will have lunch. Your guide will take you to local restaurant.
South Korea · City Tours
Cruise Layover : Small Group Busan Highlight Day Tour
The journey
- 01 Visit Haedong Yonggung Temple by the sea
- 02 See Busan’s colorful hillside homes at Gamcheon Culture Village
- 03 Enjoy city views from Busan Tower
- 04 Explore BIFF Square and Jagalchi Market
- 05 Stop at Nurimaru APEC House on Dongbaek Island
- 06 Pay respects at the UN Memorial Cemetery
- 07 Travel in a small group with an English-speaking guide
- 08 Pickup and drop-off at Busan International Cruise Terminal included
Make the most of your cruise layover with a full-day small-group tour of Busan’s standout sights. From the seaside beauty of Haedong Yonggung Temple to the colorful lanes of Gamcheon Culture Village, this experience brings together the city’s spiritual landmarks, coastal scenery, wartime history, and lively local districts in one well-paced day.
Along the way, visit Nurimaru APEC House, pay respects at the UN Memorial Cemetery, enjoy panoramic views from Busan Tower, and explore the energy of BIFF Square and Jagalchi Market. With round-trip pickup from Busan International Cruise Terminal, entrance fees included, and a local guide leading the way, this tour is an easy and rewarding introduction to Busan.
From the seaside beauty of Haedong Yonggung Temple to the colorful lanes of Gamcheon Culture Village, this experience brings together the city’s spiritual landmarks, coastal scenery, wartime history, and lively local districts in one well-paced day.
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What's Included
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- All Fees and Taxes
- Entrance fees
- Pickup & Drop off at Busan International Cruise Terminal
- English speaking guide
What's Not Included
- Gratuities(optional)
- Lunch - Tour guide will suggest
Know before you go
- WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE
- STROLLER OR PRAM ACCESSIBLE
- PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION NEARBY
- INFANTS MUST SIT ON LAPS
- Not suitable for pets
- Infant seats unavailable
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Please add country code to your phone number at time of booking
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Please let us know in advance when you arrive at port.
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