Currency
South Korean Won (KRW)
Language
Korean
Time Zone
KST (UTC+9)
Best Time to Visit
Mar–May
Typical Duration
14-17 nights
Price Range
$321–$24,479 per person
Port Type
Departure & Port of Call
Tender Port
No
Busan is South Korea's premier cruise gateway, offering access to vibrant East Asian ports and serving as a major embarkation point for extended Asian cruises with excellent modern port facilities.
Cruises that visit Busan
- cruises to Busan
- Busan sailings
- Busan cruises
- 5-night Royal Caribbean International cruise
- 5-night Royal Caribbean International cruise
- 5-night Royal Caribbean International cruise
- 5-night MSC Cruises cruise
- 6-night Royal Caribbean International cruise
- 7-night The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection cruise
- 8-night MSC Cruises cruise
- 8-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
- 8-night The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection cruise
- 8-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
- 8-night Royal Caribbean International cruise
- 8-night Explora Journeys cruise
- 8-night Royal Caribbean International cruise
- 9-night Explora Journeys cruise
- 9-night The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection cruise
- 9-night Royal Caribbean International cruise
- 9-night MSC Cruises cruise
- 9-night Explora Journeys cruise
- 10-night The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection cruise
- 10-night Silversea cruise
- 10-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 10-night Royal Caribbean International cruise
- 10-night Silversea cruise
- 10-night Celebrity Cruises cruise
- 10-night Explora Journeys cruise
- 10-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 10-night Swan Hellenic cruise
Build Your Day in Busan
Cruise calls are short. Set your ship's arrival time, pick the stops you care about, and we'll show whether they realistically fit before departure.
Ships typically depart around 6:00 PM
Usually about 10 hours ashore
Embarkation port — worth arriving early
Embarkation port — worth arriving early
Getting around:
Gamcheon Culture Village
Recommended the ADHD Cafe fun and delicious with ducks to feed!
Closed · Opens 9 AM
Jagalchi Market
Price is a little bit expensive, but the experience is great
Closed · Opens 9 AM
Haedong Yonggungsa Temple
... to enter, but you can make a donation without any pressure to do so.
Closed · Opens 4 AM
BIFF Square
Busy place with a lot of activities and a lot of eating areas.
Songdo Bay Station (Songdo Cable Car)
The unique sculptures and photo zones make it a very interactive experience.
Closed · Opens 9 AM
Haeundae Beach
So clear water and clean and long beach.
Gukje Market
Perfect for low life experience
Oryukdo Skywalk
The skywalk has a glass flooring and an excellent place for photo taking.
Closed · Opens 9 AM
Lotte Premium Outlets - DongBusan
Big shopping outlet with great discount for branded stuff.
Closed · Opens 10:30 AM
Gwangalli Beach
Nice and clean beach in Busan Area.
Busan Tower
Some interactive exhibits inside that are geared towards kids and families.
Closed · Opens 10 AM
Huinnyeoul Culture Village
A must-see attraction in Busan as the filming location of the movie lawyer.
Busan Citizens Park
Beautiful park with many activities to do and spots to relax.
Closed · Opens 5 AM
Millak Waterside Park
U can feel the sound of waves and relax at evening time..
Shinsegae Simon Busan Premium Outlets
Lots of big brands and good offers
Closed · Opens 10:30 AM
Songdo Cloud Trails
It's a free experience where you can walk at your own pace.
Closed · Opens 6 AM
Waveon Coffee
Coffee, views,and outside lounging a romantic place at sunset.
Closed · Opens 10 AM
Cheongsapo Daritdol Skywalk
Requires shoe covers to enter (rent-free at the entrance).
Closed · Opens 7 AM
Taejongdae
You can easily spend half a day to a whole day there.
Closed · Opens 5 AM
Songdo Beach
Calm and quiet beach in Busan, beach was clean and water was clear.
Closed · Opens 6 AM
Songdo Sky Park
There is a lot of stuff to do here for all ages!
Closed · Opens 9 AM
Namaste Haeundae
The food was fresh, well-seasoned, and beautifully presented.
Closed · Opens 11 AM
Sinbalwon
Great food, efficient service.
Closed · Opens 11 AM
BUSAN X the SKY
Many things to do and fun k-pop merchandise/experience exhibit.
Closed · Opens 10 AM
SEOMYEON MALL - Seomyeon Underground Shopping Center
A long underground shopping mall with plenty of shops, mostly clothing.
Closed · Opens 10 AM
Working Holiday Brunch Cafe
The food and coffee are very nice and the views are stunning.
Closed · Opens 9 AM
Shinsegae Department Store Centum City
It’s massive, with everything from luxury brands to quirky local finds.
Closed · Opens 10:30 AM
Starfield City Myeongji
Wide range of products.
Closed · Opens 10 AM
Momos Coffee Flagship Store
Incredible coffee and a great atmosphere.
Closed · Opens 7:30 AM
ZM-ILLENNIAL
The vibe is calming, the food is yummy and the decor is eclectic/fun.
Closed · Opens 10 AM
Gwangan Beach Park
In tge summer months swimming is allowed from 9am to 6 pm.
Ribs of Legend haeundae
The service is excellent, and the quality of the food far exceeds the price.
Closed · Opens 11:10 AM
Hi asia Pakistani & Indian halal restaurant 펀자브
A Unique Fusion of Flavors and Hospitality - A Must-Visit!
Closed · Opens 11 AM
DUF Coffee
Great coffee but it's the atmosphere and service that is sublime.
Closed · Opens 11 AM
쥬디스태화 본관
Cool clothes, cool stores, medium prices.
Closed · Opens 10:30 AM
Dadaepo Beach
It is possible to swim here, the water is very warm and clean!
Sulyamyeok Seomyeon
Fast service, helful staff and the food are just fabulous!!!
Closed · Opens 11:30 AM
Lotte Duty Free Store
Excellent place to buy brand name products and K products skincare.
Closed · Opens 10:30 AM
Korean casual dining dongnyeok
Very chill atmosphere and food is amazing and big portions.
Closed · Opens 10 AM
APEC Naru Park
The surrounding is great and relaxing.So Cool even in hot sun.
Half Moon Meat
Every dish was full of flavor and beautifully prepared.
Closed · Opens 11:30 AM
Dongbaek Park
Great scenery, interesting educational and cultural features throughout.
Nampo Underground Shopping Center
Unique experience and pricing !
Closed · Opens 10 AM
Suwol Gyeonghwa
A traditional place with herbal teas, also coffee and deserts and so on.
Closed · Opens 11 AM
Gwangan Bridge
Does regular bridge stuff in the day.
Sinchon Yangpuni, Seomyeon
Fantastic food, great atmosphere, and friendly, helpful staff.
Closed · Opens 11:30 AM
TAE TAE TAE
Quality food, generous portions a fun menu with lots of options.
Closed · Opens 12 PM
강갈비탕KANG GALBI-TANG (Traditional Korean Foods restaurant)
The food is excellent, service good, and price is good It's worth a visit.
Closed · Opens 9:30 AM
Yangkangzzie Taiwanese Restaurant
The food is great, the atmosphere is just like the local.
Closed · Opens 11 AM
Igidae Coastal Trail
Expect to take about 2hrs depending on fitness levels.
송정해수욕장
Fantastic beach split in two zones one for surfers and one for swimmers.
Gwangbok Underground Shopping Center
Many types of goods are sold there at low prices.
Closed · Opens 10 AM
HASH TABLE
A really cute, cozy and artsy brunchplace with amazing food and nice owners!
Closed · Opens 9 AM
Jangsusam
The small dishes were fresh and crisp.
Closed · Opens 11 AM
FUNNY BEER
Great spot for beautiful views, cheap+good drinks, and great music/vibes
꽃뚜껑 부산직영점 Korean BBQ Restaurant
Super delicious food and very kind staff🫶🏻 The price is so affordable.
Closed · Opens 12 PM
Anmok
... Michelin-recommended gem offers more than just incredible food;
Closed · Opens 11 AM
Oasis Bar Busan – Tiki · Flair · Fire Show
Perfect view of Gwangalli bridge, great music, stunning/tasty drinks!
TIDE Coffee Roasters
Incredible specialty coffee, stunning ocean views, and outstanding service.
Closed · Opens 9:30 AM
Cherry Basement
Delicious cocktails and a really friendly bartender.
Closed · Opens 6:30 PM
Le DORER
A thoughtful tasting menu and excellent service.
Closed · Opens 12:30 PM
Make Zero
Spectacular drinks, great design great vibe and fantastic hosting
Closed · Opens 7 PM
PartyNextDoor(Busan Club)
Reasonable drinks and good music.
Hard And Heavy Metal Pub
Good selection of alcoholic drinks, awesome music, amazing staff.
Closed · Opens 7 PM Mon
bibijae
Great prices and lots of options for vegetarians and omnivores.
Closed · Opens 11 AM
Hongdan
Drinks ,vibe and those beautiful people made it unforgettable !!!
Closed · Opens 7 PM
Cafe Rabbit
Service is fast, cafe is clean, and staff is friendly.
saltedwave standing bar
Really unassuming bar with good drinks and delicious small plates.
Closed · Opens 12 PM
Siui Jeonseo Gwangan
The waiter and chef was so nice, and the food was beyond expectations.
Closed · Opens 11 AM
palate
each dish was perfect, texture, flavour and presentation;
Closed · Opens 12 PM
우아숯불가든 | Seomyeon Korean Galbi Restaurant
Food are great, fantastic service and great ambience, highly recommend !
Closed · Opens 12 PM
Shopping Street
Very busy at night with restaurants, beauty product shops, cafes, bars...
Closed · Opens 11 AM
Born and Bred Busan
The service from the chef and the waiter was impeccable!
Closed · Opens 12 PM
Ramsey
Every dish is amazing!
Closed · Opens 12 PM
Mori
From start to finish the service and food was exceptional.
Closed · Opens 5 PM
Sky Capsule
nice, reservation highly recommended
bunker
The staff are incredibly friendly, and the atmosphere is amazing.
Delibong
Delicious and well-balanced
STAY
Kind people, cozy place, good drinks.
Closes soon · 4 AM
Opening hours are indicative — always confirm before you go. Travel times are estimates from Google Maps.
Busan
is an embarkation port. Many cruises start or end here —
it's worth arriving a day early or extending your stay to explore beyond a single port day.
About Busan
Busan stands as South Korea's vibrant maritime hub and one of Asia's most dynamic cruise destinations. As the country's second-largest city and primary port of call for cruisers exploring the region, this bustling port welcomes travelers from twelve major cruise lines, including Celebrity Cruises, Royal Caribbean International, Holland America Line, and luxury operators like Silversea and Seabourn. With nearly 240 upcoming cruises and itineraries ranging from 14-night voyages to longer Asian expeditions, Busan serves as an ideal embarkation point for discovering Japan's iconic ports—from Tokyo and Osaka to cultural treasures like Nagasaki, Hiroshima, and Kochi.
What makes Busan particularly appealing to cruise passengers is its perfect blend of modern convenience and authentic Korean culture. The port's excellent facilities and strategic location mean you're never far from compelling attractions, whether you're exploring the colorful Gamcheon Culture Village perched on hillsides, sampling fresh seafood at Jagalchi Fish Market, or visiting the serene Beomeosa Temple. The city pulses with energy year-round, though spring months (March through May) and autumn (October) represent peak seasons when weather and cultural events align beautifully.
Whether you're embarking on an extended Asian cruise or enjoying a port day between destinations, Busan delivers the perfect introduction to Korea's warm hospitality and rich heritage, making it an unforgettable addition to any cruise itinerary.
What makes Busan particularly appealing to cruise passengers is its perfect blend of modern convenience and authentic Korean culture. The port's excellent facilities and strategic location mean you're never far from compelling attractions, whether you're exploring the colorful Gamcheon Culture Village perched on hillsides, sampling fresh seafood at Jagalchi Fish Market, or visiting the serene Beomeosa Temple. The city pulses with energy year-round, though spring months (March through May) and autumn (October) represent peak seasons when weather and cultural events align beautifully.
Whether you're embarking on an extended Asian cruise or enjoying a port day between destinations, Busan delivers the perfect introduction to Korea's warm hospitality and rich heritage, making it an unforgettable addition to any cruise itinerary.
Cruise Lines at Busan
- Silversea (43 cruises)
- Royal Caribbean International (42 cruises)
- Seabourn (42 cruises)
- MSC Cruises (38 cruises)
- Celebrity Cruises (37 cruises)
- Oceania Cruises (29 cruises)
- Holland America Line (24 cruises)
- PONANT EXPLORATIONS (19 cruises)
- Viking Ocean Cruises (18 cruises)
- The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection (13 cruises)
- Emerald Cruises (12 cruises)
- Explora Journeys (11 cruises)
- Swan Hellenic (7 cruises)
- Norwegian Cruise Line (4 cruises)
- Atlas Ocean Voyages (1 cruise)
Cruises Departing From Busan
Cruises Visiting Busan
Ship Schedule at Busan
Busan Location
Other Cruise Ports in South Korea
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Busan a popular port city?
Beaches, spas, and a vibrant festival scene draw visitors.
When is the Busan International Film Festival?
It typically takes place every October.
What can you do at Busan's beaches?
Relax on white-sand beaches, enjoy coastal walks and spa experiences.
How do you access Busan Port?
Busan Port is reached via regional transport links; coordinates 35.1333, 129.05.