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Planning a trip to South Korea’s second-largest city? Busan is a sprawling coastal metropolis where the mountains meet the sea, and choosing the right neighborhood can make or break your experience. Whether you’re here for the iconic Gwangan Bridge night views or the legendary street food of Nampo-dong, this guide will help you find your perfect Busan home.
Summer in Korea (July-August) is not for the faint of heart. It is hot, sticky, and incredibly humid. But the heat is also the perfect excuse to explore the country's stunning coastline.
Whether you want to surf the waves of the East Coast, sip coffee overlooking a night bridge in Busan, or just float in turquoise water, Korea has a beach for you.
Here is your guide to escaping the city heat and finding your perfect summer spot.
The journey from Seoul to Busan covers about 325 kilometers (200 miles) diagonally across the Korean peninsula. It connects the two largest cities in the country—the political capital (Seoul) and the maritime capital (Busan).
This is the "Golden Route" of Korean travel. Almost every visitor will make this trip at least once.
But how should you withstand the journey? Do you prioritize speed? Budget? Or perhaps you want to sleep in a lay-flat seat?
Here is the ultimate breakdown of the four main ways to travel from Seoul to Busan.
