What to Do in Busan, South Korea

"If Seoul is Korea’s New York, Busan might be its Los Angeles–Miami hybrid," says Traveler contributing editor Maria Shollenbarger in her roundup of the most underrated Asian cities. With its packed high rises and miles of beaches, bustling Busan isn't quite under the radar— but Koreans regard it as the laid-back little sibling to Seoul. If you weren't planning a trip to Korea, do it now, and make sure you don't miss this often overlooked city.

Haeundae Beach

Busan is home to six very accessible beaches, with Haeundae drawing the 

Jagalchi Fish Market

Jagalchi is the largest fish market in the country. Rows of red and blue tanks 

Gwangalli Beach

Another one of Busan’s spectacular beaches easily reached by subway. 

Shellfish BBQ at Cheongsapo Suminine

Sometimes, the best meal is tucked away down a nondescript road... 

Shinsegae Department Store

From the outside, this imposing building dominates the land around it. 

See a Giants game at Sajik Stadium

Baseball is very popular in Korea, and Busanites love the Giants. Though the 

Seomyeon Underground Shopping Center

Two underground shopping malls—as wide as the eight-lane thoroughfares