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The Soul of Busan: Crafts, Markets & Hidden Stories

The Soul of Busan: Crafts, Markets & Hidden Stories

Art, Culture, & Historical

Joined 2024

Minjeong K.

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Busan

English

8 hours

Private tour (only you and Minjeong K.)

Up to 6 people

Begin at Busan Port (=Busan Station or your hotel) with a hands-on bojagi class and discover the beauty of traditional Korean wrapping. Continue to Mumyeong Ilgi, a former port warehouse transformed into a cultural space. After a local lunch, explore the lively alleys of Gukje Market and the fresh seafood stalls of Jagalchi Market. Experience Busan’s crafts, history, food, and local life before returning comfortably to Busan Port(Busan station or your hotel)

Itinerary

This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!

09:00 AM

Meeting Point

Busan port

- Busan Port

09:30 AM

Bojagi Class

In this hands-on class, you will discover the elegant art of bojagi wrapping and create your own beautiful bojagi bag. Take your handmade creation home as a meaningful and unique souvenir of Korea.

11:50 AM

Mumyeong Ilgi

Mumyeong Ilgi is a cultural café housed in a former 1950s port warehouse that was later used as a ship-repair workshop. Its high ceilings and industrial details preserve the atmosphere of old Busan. Today, it hosts a café, exhibitions, and cultural events, offering a wonderful example of how Yeongdo’s industrial heritage has been given a new life.

12:50 PM

Lunch

For lunch, guests can choose and enjoy the food of their preference.

01:30 PM

Busan Tower

Yongdusan Park is a peaceful hilltop landmark in the heart of Busan’s historic downtown. Its name means “Dragon’s Head Mountain. At Yongdusan Park, you can choose how to spend your time. Purchase a ticket to visit Busan Tower for panoramic city and harbor views, browse the Busan Duty Free shop, or simply stroll through the park and admire its famous flower clock.

02:30 PM

Jagalchi fish market

Jagalchi Fish Market is Korea’s largest seafood market and one of Busan’s most iconic attractions. Explore lively stalls filled with fresh fish, shellfish, and other local seafood while experiencing the energy of Busan’s port culture. You may also purchase seafood and have it prepared fresh at one of the market’s restaurants.

Ending Point

Busan Port

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This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.

Inclusions & Exclusions

What‘s included

Private Workshop Space Rental – A comfortable private space reserved exclusively for your Bojagi experience.

Professional Bojagi Instructor Fee – Includes hands-on instruction, demonstrations, and guidance throughout the masterclass.

Bojagi Materials – All necessary materials for the workshop are provided, including Bojagi fabric and wrapping materials used during the class.

Guide Fee

What‘s not included

Meal and drinks

Tour Important Information

This experience includes a short 2-minute walk from Jung-dong Station to the classroom, where we’ll enjoy a relaxing and creative Bojagi workshop together. After the workshop, we’ll walk back to Jung-dong Station, where the Bojagi experience will end.

This experience is perfect for anyone who loves beautiful things, enjoys arts and crafts, or likes creating meaningful handmade gifts for others.

Important message from the supplier

I’m also available for tours throughout Korea with additional transportation and accommodation expenses when required.

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time

Joined 2024

Minjeong K.

Identity Verified

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About Tour Guide Minjeong K.

Hello! I’m a local tour guide based in Busan, and I have been guiding international travelers in Korea since 2017.

I’ve lived in several countries, including the Philippines, Canada, Ireland, Australia, Papua New Guinea, and Spain. I love meeting new people and sharing Korean culture with my guests.

I mainly guide in Busan, Gyeongju, and Ulsan, offering relaxed and flexible tours tailored to each guest’s interests and travel style.

I’m also a Bojagi artist, and I offer hands-on classes for guests who would like to experience traditional Korean fabric art and create a special souvenir of their own.

Whether you’re interested in local food, history, beautiful scenery, or traditional culture, I’d love to help you discover Korea beyond the typical tourist experience.

Let me show you Korea!