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What is a VISIT BUSAN PASS?

VISIT BUSHAN PASS is a free pass that offers 24H 48H time, Big 3, and Big 5 choices. Visit Busan's famous tourist attractions for free and enjoy the benefits of transportation, shopping, and performances.

Free admission to major tourist attractions in Busan

Special discounts on shopping, restaurants, tourist attractions, etc.

Transportation

Free use of city tour bus, pre-paid use of subway

It is more convenient if you register your card pass in the app.

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Starting from February 1, 2024, the purchase of Visit Busan Pass will be available online or offline.

VISIT BUSAN PASS

🍀 Leave your worries behind, Enjoy your trip in Busan.

With a single pass, anyone can freely enter over 30 paid tourist facilities in Busan and enjoy discounts at more than 100 tourist facilities including restaurants, shopping, activities, accommodations and more.

Additionally, the physical card provided with the rechargeable transportation card is designed with the beautiful characteristics of Busan, making it as a valuable souvenir that captures the beauty of the city.

✔️ Buy Online

- Official website: www.visitbusanpass.com

- Online travel agency: Klook, kkday, Trip. com, Rakuten Travel

✔️ Buy Offline(Pickup Location)

- Busan Station VISIT BUSAN PASS Counter (Official)

- Gimhae International Airport Busan Tourist Information Center

- Avani Central Busan Hotel

- Busan Business Hotel

- Busan Tourist Hotel

- Commodore Hotel

- Crown Harbor Hotel

- Fairfield by Marriott Busan Songdo Beach Hotel

- Hotel Aqua Palace

- Huinnyeoul Village Cafe

✔️ Card Pass Pick-up Information

Visit one of the designated pickup location with your voucher.

- Step 1 : Check voucher sent via e-mail.

*Please check the operating hours/days of the locations in advance.

- Step 2 : Pick up the Pass at one of the designated locations

*Please bring your passport or ID for identity verification

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The Busan Pass gives you free access to the main attractions of the South Korean city , such as the Busan Tower or the Trick Museum . This the best way to discover the best landmarks and save money during your trip!

Included attractions

The 5 most popular attractions included on the card are:

• Busan Tower
• Trick Museum
• Poopoo Land
• Busan Aquarium
• Running Man

The total value of these attractions already makes this card a bargain. However, there is even more! You can also rent a traditional hanbok , the traditional South Korean costume. The rental is for an hour and a half during which have a more authentic experience of the local culture.

How it works

The Busan Pass is activated the first time it is used and is then valid for 72 hours . For example, if you activate the card on a Monday at 1:45 pm, it will be valid until the following Thursday at 1:45 pm. The card allows each included attraction or monument to be visited once.

Opening times

• Busan Tower: open every day from 10 am to 11 pm, with the last admission at 10:30 pm.
• Trick Museum: open every day (except 1 January) from 10 am to 6 pm, with the last admission at 5 pm.
• Poopoo Land: open every day from 10 am to 8 pm, with the last entry at 7 pm.
• Busan Aquarium: open Monday to Thursday from 10 am to 8 pm, and Friday to Sunday from 9 a to 10 pm. The last admission is an hour before closing time.
• Running Man: open every day from 10 am to 8 pm. The last entry is at 7 pm.
• Hanbok Nam Busan Branch (Hanbok rental): open from Tuesday to Sunday from 10 am to 6 pm. Closed from the 1st of July to the 31st of August.

More Information

Busan Pass 72 hour tourist card.

Fast track entry to the included attractions.

Traditional Hanbok rental.

When to book?

You can book up to 2 days before (Busan local time) if there are still places available. Book now to guarantee your spot.

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Varies according to the attraction included.

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• 1 What is Visit Busan Pass?
• 2 Visit Busan Pass Types
• 3 Who Can Avail Visit Busan Pass?
• 4.1 Via Offline
• 4.2 Via Online
• 4.3 Discount Code: BUZZSETTER5OFF
• 5 Visit Busan Pass Price
• 6 Where To Collect Visit Busan Pass
• 7.1.1 Public Transportation
• 7.1.2 How To Check the Expiration Date of Visit Busan: Card Pass
• 7.2.1 How to Use Mobile PASS
• 7.2.2 How To Check the Expiration Date of Visit Busan: Mobile Pass
• 8.0.1 Museums: FREE Admission
• 8.0.2 Entertainment: FREE Admission
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What is Visit Busan Pass?

Visit busan pass types.

• 24-hour Visit Busan Pass
• 48 Hour Visit Busan pass

Who Can Avail Visit Busan Pass?

How To Buy Visit Busan Pass?

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Visit Busan Pass Price

Where to collect visit busan pass, how to use visit busan pass.

Visit Busan: Card PASS

• STEP 1: Show your VISIT BUSAN PASS at the attractions ticket office
• STEP 2 Collect your admission ticket
• STEP 3 Enter the attraction for free or at a discounted price

Public Transportation

• STEP 1 Charge your transit card at convenience stores or subway stations. You must charge your card to use public transportation.
• STEP 2 Tag your card pass at the subway gates
• STEP 3 The card can also be used as a payment method at stores with a Mybi or LOCA Mobility logos.

How To Check the Expiration Date of Visit Busan: Card Pass

• STEP 1 Download VISIT BUSAN PASS APP
• STEP 2 Scan the QR code to register your Card PASS
• STEP 3 Check the expiration date on ‘My Page’ of the app or homepage.

Visit Busan: Mobile PASS

How to use mobile pass.

• STEP 1 Show your mobile pass QR code at the attractions ticket office

How To Check the Expiration Date of Visit Busan: Mobile Pass

• STEP 3 Check the expiration date on the ‘ MY PAGE ‘ of the app or homepage.

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VISIT BUSAN PASS 24-hour / 48-hour / BIG3 / BIG5 | Enjoy your Busan trip with a single pass! 

With one pass, see over 30 tourist attractions in busan for free and get discounts on food, shopping, activities, and accommodations.

Have you ever heard of the VISIT BUSAN PASS? If you're planning a trip to Busan but don't want to break the bank, check out our blog! With the VISIT BUSAN PASS, you can visit over 30 popular tourist spots in Busan for free, such as Busan Lotte World, Busan Sea Train, and Exodus Sky. In addition, you can receive discounts on affiliated restaurants, shopping, activities, accommodations, and other tourist facilities. Mobile Pass also allows easy and fast access to tourist attractions without the need for separate exchanges at the ticket counter. Check out the details now!

VISIT BUSAN PASS 24-hour / 48-hour / BIG 3 / BIG 5

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Why We Recommend It

With just one pass, you can visit over 30 popular touristic attractions in Busan for free.

You can also receive discounts at over 100 affiliated restaurants, shopping centers, activities, accommodations, and other tourist facilities.

Popular tourist spots like Busan Lotte World, Busan Sea Train, and Spa Land can be accessed at a discounted price.

Get your VISIT BUSAN PASS by May 2024 and receive a free  Creatrip Pass 3rd Edition (Busan/Jeju) ! This pass offers exclusive discounts at top Busan and Jeju restaurants and cafes. You can get one free pass per reservation; grab yours and save big!

About VISIT BUSAN PASS

24-hour / 48-hour pass

You need to activate the pass within 6 months after purchasing it.

With the 24-hour / 48-hour passes, you can visit each attraction for free or at a discounted rate for 24 or 48 hours.

The pass activates from the moment you enter the first attraction. For example, if you use a 24-hour pass to visit the first attraction for free at 9 a.m. on January 1st, you can enjoy the pass benefits until 8:59 a.m. on January 2nd.

Free and discounted tourist attractions may be subject to change due to operational reasons. Please refer to the official website and the information below for details.

BIG3 / BIG5

The pass is valid for 180 days from the first day of use (not based on the purchase date of the pass).

Using the pass allows you to visit each attraction for free or at a discounted rate.

• The BIG3/BI55 pass offers access to different attractions for each group.
• BIG3: A total of 3 attractions (1 attraction from Group A + 2 attractions from Group B)
• BIG5: A total of 5 attractions (2 attractions from Group A + 3 attractions from Group B)

Please refer to the information below for the attractions in Group A (Purple) and Group B (Blue). For example, if you use the BIG3 Pass at Lotte World Adventure Busan, you cannot use it for other attractions in the same Group A (Purple).

Refund Policy

If you cancel Before exchanging and using the QR, a 100% refund will be given. If you need a refund, please contact [email protected] . The refund process may take about 7 days.

Partial refunds are not possible. For example, if you purchase 3 tickets and need a refund for 1 ticket, please cancel the entire purchase and repurchase.

Lost, stolen, or damaged tickets cannot be refunded.

If you use a free tourist facility once or charge/use it as a transportation card, the pass will be activated and refunds will not be possible.

Things to Keep In Mind

The VISIT BUSAN PASS is exclusively for foreigners. Koreans cannot purchase or use the pass, and presenting the pass at partner attractions may result in denied entry.

This product can only be used by the person who made the reservation, and the voucher must be carried by the reservation holder. 

After making a reservation, it is not possible to modify the entered information, so please carefully enter the required information.

Please show the QR code only from [Creatrip—My Page—Reservations]. Showing a captured or printed version of the QR code may result in a denied entry.

When exchanging for a physical card at the pickup location, please be sure to carry your passport for identity verification. Depending on the stock of physical cards at the pickup location, same-day collection may not be possible.

Please note that the operating hours and days off for each attraction may be subject to change depending on each attraction's schedule. Please confirm before visiting.

Please activate the pass within 6 months of purchase.

The validity period varies for each pass and it becomes activated upon first entry to a touristic attraction.

By using the pass, you can visit each attraction for free or receive a discount.

Free and discounted tourist attractions may be subject to change due to operational reasons. Please refer to the official website .

You can visit each attraction only once.

The operating hours and closing days of each attraction can change according to the schedule of the attraction, so please make sure to check before visiting. (View all attractions)

The VISIT BUSAN PASS physical card can be used as a transportation card. It comes pre-charged with 3,000 KRW, which can be used for transportation. You can recharge it at convenience stores or subway stations.

The transportation card does not have a separate expiration date. As long as it is recharged after issuance, it can be continuously used in Korea.

Mobile Pass

• Please enter all the required information in detail and proceed with the full payment.
• After the payment is completed, a voucher will be issued.
• After confirming the voucher on My page or in your email, please present the mobile pass QR code to the staff at the ticket office of the attraction.
• Follow the instructions of the staff to use the attraction at a free or discounted price. (View all attractions)

Physical Card Pass

• After confirming the voucher on My Page or in your email, visit one of the designated pickup locations. Please refer to the information below for pickup location details.
• Depending on the stock of physical cards at the pickup location, it may not be possible to receive the card on the same day.
• The operating hours of the pickup locations can change without notice, depending on the circumstances of each business.

Busan Must-Visit Attractions 

1. Busan Lotte World

Lotte World Busan, an outdoor theme park, has six zones and 17 attractive attractions with the theme of 'Fairy Tale Kingdom.'  You can also use essential facilities for visitors, such as portable battery rentals and lockers.

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2. Busan Blue Line Park

Haeundae Blue Line Park is an internationally-renowned tourist city developed by environmentally-friendly redevelopment of the old railway facilities of the Donghae Nambo Line, and it is a key tourist attraction in the Haeundae Tourism Special Zone, operating Haeundae Beach and Haeundae.  You can enjoy the beautiful coastal scenery along a 4.8 km section from Haeundae Mipo, passing through Cheongsapo and ending at Songjeong.

3. Busan X the Sky

Located in the Haeundae LCT Landmark Tower, the second tallest building in South Korea (411.6m).  It is the largest and best observation deck in the country where you can enjoy the vast ocean view of Haeundae and the splendid city view of Busan at the same time.

4. Songdo Cable Car

You can experience the thrill of crossing the sea along a 1.62 km stretch from Songlim Park on the east side of Songdo Beach to Amnam Park on the west side, at a maximum height of 86m above sea level.  You can see the Namhang Bridge, Songdo Coastal Road, and rocky cliffs where waves crash with your own eyes while enjoying the ocean, Songdo Beach, and Busan Yeongdo.

5. Busan Skyline Luge

Skyline Luge is an adventurous activity where you ride specially designed luge carts for the river and go down 4 tracks for a total of 2.4km. Enjoy an exciting ride with your family, loved ones, or friends!

We hope that you can enjoy an exciting adventure at Busan visiting all these attractions! If you have any questions or concerns, please leave a comment below or send us an email at [email protected] ! You can follow us on Instagram , TikTok , Twitter , and Facebook to stay updated on all things Korea!

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Ticket Redemption ✓   You MUST first redeem your ticket at Busan City Tour Information Center (2nd floor of Busan Station) . Once you've received your paper ticket, you can hop on a bus from any location you want. ✓  Redemption is possible only on the date of use. Redemption in advance is not available.

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✓ the bus departs every 30 mins from 9:30am to 04:30pm. please check the schedule., ✓ boarding location: with your back facing busan station, the bus stop is on your left-hand side, in front of arirang hotel (exit 3)., ✓ please find a bus with "buti" logo on it  , 2) if you are not boarding from busan station, ✓ please download the " busan city tour bus app "  before you go on the tour to have a 100% experience the app has detailed english/chinese/japanese audio guides that provides information on the tourist attractions you get to visit as you take the tour bus. , -  link to buti app in app store   -  link to buti app in google play  , ✓ you will find bus stops with buti on it..

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Busan City Tour Information Center  (at  Busan Station) Address (English): 2nd Foor of Busan Station (206, Jungang-daero, Dong-gu, Busan) Address (Korean): 부산광역시 동구 중앙대로 206 부산역 2층

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A neighbourhood guide to Busan

Wander through artistic alleyways and along modern beachfronts in South Korea’s second city — a place where tradition and innovation go hand in hand.

South Korea's southeastern city of Busan is a lively modern metropolis, home to the country's largest port. This once rough-and-tumble maritime hub has developed into a bustling centre for commerce, culture and technology —   pockets of the old port town, however, remain thriving neighbourhoods where the past rubs shoulders with the bright, shiny and new. From colourful hillside villages to bustling beachside strips, each of Busan’s local districts offers its own unique flavour and a window into what makes the city tick. Combine this with fresh seafood and an emerging restaurant and bar scene, and it’s no wonder people are starting to take notice of Busan. Here are four of the city’s most exciting districts .

1. Haeundae

Haeundae is a district synonymous with its beach, a mile-long stretch of sand where travellers can experience the tranquillity of the ocean while strolling through a modern cityscape. This area is one of Busan’s main tourist attractions, located on the eastern side of the city, at the southern tip of the Korean peninsula. Seagulls soar, swoop and squawk as some of the city’s newest and loftiest buildings gaze out across the rolling waves. These include the Haeundae LCT The Sharp complex, which opened in 2019 and consists of three skyscrapers. The tallest building features a 98th-floor observatory ( Busan X the Sky ) offering an eagle-eye view of the East Sea, as well as the tightly packed urban district surrounding it.    

Haeundae may be known for its impressive views, but there’s plenty to do here, too. Visitors can ride on the newly constructed Haeundae Blue Line Park Sky Capsule , a private elevated rail car that carries passengers through the picturesque pines and rocky outcroppings along the base of Dalmaji Hill. Club D Oasis is also worth a visit, a luxury spa complete with high-end amenities including an infinity rooftop pool, a garden terrace and a private bar. Additionally, this district is home to two restaurants that have recently been awarded a Michelin star each — Mori, serving authentic Japanese cuisine and Fiotto, offering pasta-only dishes. The legendary Haeundae Somunnan Amso Galbijip is also located here, which has been grilling Hanu beef over hot coals since 1964.  

The popular (and very delicious) Haeundae Traditional Market is also an excellent place to explore, with many stalls serving fresh raw fish, along with Haeridangil Street, where scores of historic houses and workshops have been converted into quirky cafes, bars and hole-in-the-wall eateries.  

Still, the beach is undeniably the highlight here, and Gorilla Brewing Haeundae occupies prime oceanfront real estate. This craft beer pub and eatery is located next to Haeundae Beach and is treasured all over town for its wide selection of brews. “Haeundae has a real big-city global vibe compared to other areas in Busan,” says Gorilla community manager Laura Jeon. “I’ve lived here for more than 13 years, but spending a day at the beach still feels like I’m on holiday.”  

2. Gwangalli

If Haeundae is the star of the show, Gwangalli surely gives it a run for its money, with Busan’s most iconic structure, the Gwangan Bridge, serving as an impressive backdrop. Gwangalli Beach is a popular destination for watersports enthusiasts, pursuing their passions throughout much of the year.    

Gwangalli is also known for the lively road of restaurants, pubs and cafes lining its beach road, known as the Gwangalli Beach strip. These options range from chic cafes to old-school basement karaoke rooms and include HQ Bar , a popular spot for visitors looking for cold drinks and live music overlooking the famous bridge. After dark, the restaurants’ neon signs cast colourful reflections on the dark surface of the sea. “I was born and raised in Busan”, says HQ Bar co-owner Jee Kim. “Like a lot of areas in this city, Gwangalli has gone from a quiet and humble beach enclave to a fun and lively destination.”  

In an already seafood-rich city, it’s high praise that Gwangalli is known as one of the best spots to tuck into a plate of hoe (thinly sliced white, raw fish). Among the scores of options is Millak Raw Fish Town , a complex that allows visitors to select their entrées, which are plucked from the tanks and served sliced up at tables within minutes.    

At dusk, Gwangalli is home to a number of hip nightlife establishments which have sprung up in the neighbourhood’s backstreets, including Bar DiLan, which stocks a superb wine selection.   However, the beach still manages to maintain its old-school feel. “It’s very boisterous and unpretentious”, Jee says, “it’s a mixture of new high-rises and back-alley restaurants right in front of the sea”.

3. Gamcheon Culture Village

Busan has been a vital port and trading post for centuries, however it really didn’t come into its own as a city until the Korean War, when thousands of refugees poured in and set up shanty towns on the hillsides. Over time, the residents replaced the lean-tos and tin-roofed huts with permanent structures, although the haphazard feel of the temporary settlements often remained.  

A number of these historic neighbourhoods still exist, though Gamcheon Culture Village, also known as "Busan’s Machu Picchu", is by far the most famous. Terraced across a steep slope over a narrow valley, this jumble of tiny, brightly-coloured pastel homes is served by narrow staircases and a rabbit warren of alleys. What began as an attempt to add some life to the neighbourhood with a few murals and painted rooftops has blossomed into a fully-fledged art project, making it one of the city’s most vibrant neighbourhoods and biggest tourist draws.

Touring the maze of alleyways in this village is free, however visitors can head to the city’s information centre where useful maps and guides can be purchased to assist in navigating the maze of colourful and complex passages. The Little Museum is located at the entrance of the village, where visitors can start their day by gaining insight into the area’s vibrant past, the local architecture and its artistic transformation.  

A couple of hours can be spent exploring these streets, taking in the lively murals. There are many art galleries, quaint cafes and shops located along the narrow lanes, as well as beautiful rooftops and observation decks that provide panoramic views of the city.

4. Nampo-dong  

Nampo-dong is Busan’s old harbour district and arguably the city at its most traditional, located in Busan’s southern centre. This is where it all began, and despite the arrival of the high-end stores that line its shopping street, the neighbourhood feels deeply rooted and oozes character. Nampo-dong is most famous for its markets, especially Jagalchi , which has been one of Korea’s important seafood exchanges for more than 600 years. A stroll through its vibrant pathways offers an insight into the lives of the local fishmongers and the city’s past.  

Across the street from Jagalchi is BIFF Square, where the Busan International Film Festival started. While films are still screened there during the festival, the square is better known for its street food carts, offering up Korean staples such as tteokbokki (a simmered rice cake), fried dumplings and eomuk   (fish cakes). The speciality here, however, is the ssiat hotteok , a fried pancake filled with gooey, melted brown sugar, topped with a sprinkle of seeds.  

The Nampo-dong alleys are worthy of further exploration, including the labyrinthine Gukje Market where visitors can stock up on souvenirs such as hand-carved wooden figurines; or the Bupyeong Kkangtong Market , for famous dishes such as guksu   (noodles) and pajeon   (green onion pancake). Close by is the Busan Tower in the historic Yongdusan Park . Now eclipsed by new stratospheric high-rises, this nearly 400ft construction still provides epic views of Nampo-dong and beyond. This is vintage Busan at its best, representing the city’s past skyline, a throwback to an era when this was the highest structure in town, an idea that seems quaint now.

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