If you are thinking of visiting South Korea and would like to have a practical itinerary to cover both Seoul and Busan, allot at least 5 or 6 days. If you are also visiting Jeju, you'll need to add 2 or 3 more.
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With 2 or 3 days in Busan, you'll have enough time to see all the top attractions, explore the beaches, and indulge in delicious food. And whilst this travel guide allows for 3 days in Busan, it's easy to add or remove days, and customize your itinerary depending on how much time you have.
Korea is 4 days Seoul, 2-3 Busan or Jeju. I think it's a little rushed but enough to see the highlights of both cities. If you choose to do 7 nights in Seoul, you would have the time to see all the palaces (if that's your thing) and even do some day trips e.g. nami island or visit the theme parks.
As such, instead of going direct to Busan from Incheon Airport, we suggest travellers to stay in Seoul first. Leave your heavy/large-sized luggage upon check out at your Seoul's hotel and carry a light overnight pack to Busan...
3-5 days is a great start. That gives you enough time to explore the highlights of the city, plus a day or two to get out and explore the surrounding areas. It's a city of endless surprises, so you'll only be scratching the surface, but it's enough time to get a feel for Seoul.
Overall, I recommend not spending less than three days in Seoul, or else you'll likely miss out on too much. A week is a good introduction to the city and, if you plan it right, will give you enough time to see a lot of the highlights.
Perfect For a Weekend, Perfect For More Than a WeekWhether you're visiting just for a short weekend getaway, or looking to fill up a week or beyond – Jeju is well suited to any kind of holiday. If you only have two days up your sleeve, it's still well worth it to visit.
It's wise to travel to Busan & Jeju in the same trip, as Jeju is a mere 50-minute flight from Busan. There's plenty to explore in both cities, and we recommend allocating roughly 4 days or more in each city to get the most of your trip.
The best time to visit Busan is during the Spring and Autumn months. This is when South Korea generally has its most pleasant weather: warm and sunny. To catch the cherry blossoms, plan your travel between late March and mid-April. For peak beach and nightlife however, it's best to visit Busan in May or June.
KTX Trains from Seoul to BusanYou will reach Busan in less than 3 hours traveling by KTX trains, while the longest ride will take about 5 hours and 22 minutes. The cities are connected by Gyeongbu line, offering some of the most scenic views in the country.
Getting Around BusanThe most widely used transportation is the Busan Metro, which operates until midnight. Buses are also available, with corresponding bus numbers going to several points around the city. Make sure to purchase a reloadable transportation card such as T-money, which you can use to pay for your fare!