Private Tour

Real Busan Walking Experience

Overview

Available languages

English

5 hours

Mobile ticket

This is the No.1 explore in Busan.

If you're looking for an ordinary and boring experience, this is not for you. But if you choose this, you will have so much fun

This is a walking explore and typically includes:

-- Where to go

Yeongdo, Heuinyuul Culture Village

Gamcheon Culture Village

A local market

Jagalchi Market

Other local spots

-- What to Expect

Meeting local people

Understanding Korean culture

A fun and engaging experience with jokes along the way

-- Price not Included

Lunch at a local market (Around 10,000 Kwon, so prepare some cash)

Transportation costs (typically one taxi and one bus)

I will take plenty of pictures and videos for you using my camera and phone.

For a full-day experience, please let us know in advance.

If you have already visited the listed locations, we can explore other places instead.

For cruise passengers, I can adjust the schedule to match your docking time.

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Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Guide

Private transportation

I will show you local food, so bring cash for lunch (App. 10,000 Kwon)

What To Expect

Yeongdodaegyo Bridge

I will share stories about the Japanese colonial period and the Korean War while capturing photos with a stunning backdrop.

1 hour • Admission Not Applicable

Huin Yeoulgil

I will show you the lives of refugees who were forced to flee to Busan during the Korean War, the lives of Yeongdo haenyeo (female divers), and the everyday lives of Busan locals.

1 hour • Admission Not Applicable

Options

Real Busan Walking Experience

Reviews

4.96

26 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Busan walking tour
Scott S,
Nov 3, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Joe is a fantastic guide. Very knowledgeable about the history of Busan and Korea. Our group was able to see amazing views during the tour and ask lots of questions that Joe cheerfully answered. In addition, Joe took some nice photos and shared them with us after we were done. 10/10 tour, highly recommend if you like to walk and learn about Busan, its history and see some wonderful sights. Joe has perfect English too!
The perfect way to explore Busan
Sophie B,
Oct 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Joe is a brilliant guide. As a Busan native he took us to places away from the usual tourist spots, as well as the more famous places such as Gamcheon Culture Village and Jalgachi market. The difference with Joe was learning all the history and reality of these places, so we got to understand more about what it’s like to live here. We had such a fun day with Joe and learned so much about this beautiful city, as well as eating some incredible food along the way!
Walking and Talking Around Busan
585stuartj,
Jun 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Had an amazing tour of Busan with Joe! We explored a lot of different areas, and it was so much more meaningful thanks to his insights into the history and social context of everything we saw. The food along the way? Top-tier—and just as fascinating.
Discover the hidden history of Busan
joshuatO4451FA,
Jun 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I've had the pleasure of joining Joe's tours around Busan four times now, and each occasion has been something special. Joe doesn't just follow a set routine - he goes out of his way to create bespoke experiences for his guests. Joe knows I look for creating a deeper connection with the local life in Busan, going beyond the usual tourist scenes to experience the real side of Busan which isn't usually visible to tourists. Each trip I learn something new about the city and expand on my knowledge of Korean culture, customs and traditions. Not to mention that Joe is incredibly affable, has a fantastic personality and ensures his guests are always having a great time. He has an outrageous sense of humour which always makes for a great time. Joe's knowledge of Busan runs deep and his passion is evident. I look forward to returning each time.
Fun times
Tim W,
Jun 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This was a very interesting and colourful tour . The guide makes you feel at ease instantly . The tour focuses more on local culture than simply hitting the tourist hotspots . It is a very enjoyable tour , with lots of laughs .
Best tour in Busan for real
Morgan C,
May 23, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
This was an incredible tour. Joe has deep knowledge of not just Busan, but Korea in general. I asked him a lot of questions about Korean culture and history and his stamina and ability to give detailed answers was endless. Everywhere we went, people knew him and shouted hello. He showed me places I never would have seen otherwise. This tour gets my highest recommendation.
Getting to know Busan intensively
jennyhB1267MY,
May 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Joe did his best to introduce us to the real Busan. What we liked best was that he adapted flexibly to our needs. This allowed us to make the most of the time. In addition, Joe was a very pleasant conversation partner! We went into exchange about our different cultures. Joint exchanges contribute to greater peace and satisfaction in the world. Danke Joe 😍
Tailormade to suit!
Jacqueline R,
May 1, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
We had a great day with Joe in Busan. We were in port for a day, cruising from Japan, and Joe's tour gave us the flexibility we needed. Joe met us, and two other cruise couples, at the port and started the tour early for us, taking us to the Yeongdo Bridge and the Jagalchi fish market. We met another couple at the rooftop observatory at the Lotte Department Store, and from there went to a local restaurant and enjoyed a delicious homestyle meal, with a beer and soju mix on the side! After lunch we did the Oryukdo Skywalk, and then spent a couple of hours at Gamcheon Culture Village. We cut our day slightly short when we discovered there was an event at the port which would make our return difficult later in the day. Joe was incredibly knowledgeable, and we learned about many aspects of Korean history and current affairs. He's very funny, and his English is excellent. He catered to the needs of the different couples in our group very well. Thank you Joe!
The best guide and tour ever!
LUDIVINE S,
Apr 21, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
We had the best time ever with Joe. He's perfectly English fluent, very open minded and funny. You can ask him anything you want about Korean culture, history, way of life, he will answer you sincerely. The tour itself is amazing. You will go around the whole city without getting tired because Joe chooses the best spots and explains you the very details that make the difference. We particularly liked the fact that we avoided most of the typical tourists spots to focus on the real Busan. We also enjoyed the way Joe explained us how to behave with Korean people. In a conclusion, the tour completed our expectations and far more. We totally recommend it and look forward to coming back very soon to Busan and visit new places with Joe.
Had a wonderful time...
Katrina E,
Mar 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Had a wonderful time around Busan with Joe! He has a wonderful sense of humor and I really felt like I had made a new friend by the end of it. Really enjoyed learning about the history of Busan and exploring the cultural villages with him, along with stuffing myself with street food. I'm also terrible about taking photos when I'm travelling, so I really appreciated Joe being our paparazzi for the day. He took all the candid photos I could've ever wanted :)