Street Food & Market Tour

OVERVIEW

Become immersed in Busan’s culinary traditions by tasting a variety of street foods at markets that also offer an authentic look at the local culture. An exploration of the brightly colored buildings, alleyways and murals in the Gamecheon Culture Village will reveal the bold artistic side of Busan. The attention will turn to South Korean cuisine as you browse Gukje Market, which refugees from the Korean War started. This bustling warren of stalls and shops has become the country’s largest traditional market. A short walk will take you to BIFF Square, another vibrant venue where the tastings will begin in earnest. Although named for the annual Busan International Film Festival that is held there, the square is better known for its outstanding street foods, whose irresistible aromas will be wafting through the air. More samplings await you at Jagalchi Fish Market, a showcase for every imaginable type of seafood, especially exotic offerings such as sea squirts.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Admire the murals in Gamecheon Culture Village while meandering about the hillside district.
• Stroll the maze-like aisles in Gukje Market, the country’s largest such traditional venue.
• Sample a variety of classic street foods while walking through bustling BIFF Square.
• Enjoy more tastings while browsing the array of exotic seafood in the Jagalchi Fish Market.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.