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Busan Private Walking Tour with a Local
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2–6 hours
- Price from
- $55 / person
- Location
- Busan, South Korea
- Rating
- 4.5 / 5 · 11 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Lokafy Inc.
- Meeting point
- Travelers can request the tour to start from any centrally located hotel. If your hotel is outside the city center, we’ll suggest a convenient meeting point.
Description
Skip the standard sightseeing tour and discover Busan through the eyes of a local. With Lokafy, every tour is private, unscripted, and personalized to you. Your Lokafyer is a passionate local who shares stories, hidden gems, and authentic tips you won’t find in a guidebook. They aren’t professional guides with memorized scripts, they're locals who love their city and want you to experience it like a friend would. Whether you’re interested in food, art, history, or simply exploring the neighborhoods beyond the tourist spots, your Lokafyer will adapt the walk to your interests. By the end, you’ll feel at home in the city, with insights to keep exploring on your own.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 13 times a day, 8:00 AM–8:00 PM
- Next available
- Sun, Oct 4
- Adult (ages 13+)
- $55
- Child (ages 3–12)
- $28
- Infant (ages 0–2)
- Free
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $100.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 3.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Jagalchi Market
Note: This is a customized walking tour. The exact itinerary depends on the duration and your interests. Please share your preferences in advance.
What's included
Included
Private walking tour with a Lokafyer (local host)
Personalized itinerary tailored to your interests
Not included
Personal expenses
Tips and gratuities (optional)
Optional activity costs
Food and drinks
Transportation to/from attractions (this is a walking tour, no transport provided)
Entrance fees (if you choose to visit paid attractions)
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.5
11 reviews
How it compares in Busan
- Starting price $55 is close to the typical $55 for tours of similar length in Busan
Excurgo comparison of 356 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Lokafy tours provide a general overview of the city with practical information from a local’s perspective, not detailed historical facts
- In case travellers would like to include a visit to an attraction, they would need to cover the cost of entrance for themselves and also the Lokafyer (local guide)
- Tours are entirely personalized, please provide the start time, meeting place and information about you so that we can organize the tour
- This is a walking tour. We recommend wearing comfortable shoes
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Children below 3 years old are free of charge
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Busan Private Walking Tour with a Local take?
Busan Private Walking Tour with a Local lasts about 2–6 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Busan Private Walking Tour with a Local cost?
Prices start at $55 per person for this Busan experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $100. There are 5 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Busan Private Walking Tour with a Local run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 13 departures a day between 8:00 AM and 8:00 PM.
How much does Busan Private Walking Tour with a Local cost for children?
Children aged 3–12 pay from $28, adults from $55. Infants go free.
Can I cancel Busan Private Walking Tour with a Local for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Travelers can request the tour to start from any centrally located hotel. If your hotel is outside the city center, we’ll suggest a convenient meeting point. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Busan Private Walking Tour with a Local offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 6 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Children below 3 years old are free of charge Children must be accompanied by an adult
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Busan Private Walking Tour with a Local worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.5 out of 5 across 11 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Lokafy Inc..
Reviews(11)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Unfortunately this wasn't...
Unfortunately this wasn't quite what I had expected. If you are an experienced traveler, you might be better off doing this on your own as this person didn't really provide any value. This person is not an official guide of course, but could have done much better given the circumstances and information provided.
4
Best tour guide
Irene was the best tour guide we’ve ever had!! Very knowledgeable and personable. She made us feel like a local. Will definitely come back to Busan!!!
C
Disappointing Tour
The process of booking the tour was easy, and the local tour company Lokafy reached out with a questionnaire about my hopes for the tour. But things fell apart when Lokafy didn't listen to any of my requests. I wanted a tour of Jagalchi Fish market in Busan complete with info on the history of the market, how it's used now, types of seafood we'd see. But our guide wanted to take us to other areas, didn't eat seafood, and said she "didn't even really like food" in general. For a foodie myself, this was a complete let down. She kept telling us all the stalls "were the same" in the sprawling largest fish market in all of Korea. Luckily, she was able to answer many questions we had, but offered little new insights without us asking. And she spoke Korean, although wasn't a local, and could interact with the seafood merchants on our behalf. I was disappointed by the whole experience, but still got more out of it than if I went by myself.
K
The perfect amount of time for Seoul
I was extremely happy I chose this particular Seoul tour. First things first, the tour guide, John was waiting for us in the hotel lobby at the designated time. From there, my cousin and I introduced ourselves, we were escorted to a comfortable air conditioned vehicle… and our tour began. I would highly recommend this tour. There were no communication issues and my guide John was knowledgeable and professional.
E
You have to see Busan with Dr John
We had a great time. Dr John our guide was phantastic. His English perfect. When we come back we would have our next tour with him again Ernst
C
Highly recommended!
Evgeniya took me on a wonderful walking tour of Busan. She was incredibly knowledgeable about the town, its people and culture. I learnt a lot and got some awesome photos. Highly recommend!
Operator response
Hello, We're so glad to hear you had a wonderful experience with our Lokafyer Evgeniya in Busan. The aim behind Lokafy is to connect travelers with locals for an authentic experience where they can not only know the city from their perspective but can also connect on a personal level. Just like having a friend showing you around the city. It's great that Evgenia was able to show you different places in the city and it also made your stay in the city memorable. We appreciate you recommending our tours highly. Lokafy tours are offered in more than 300+ cities around the world and Our global community of Lokafyers speaks many languages, so please get in touch with us next time you travel - we look forward to organizing your next adventure! Safe Travels! Regards, Marnelly Lokafy.com
E
A great experience
A short and brilliant tour that showed my friend and I the sights and sounds of Busan. The guide was very helpful and he went above and beyond to ensure that we had a great experience. I highly recommend this for those who have just arrived in Busan and want to get a feel of the city and find out where to go. A must!
Operator response
Hello Elias, Thank you for the amazing review! I am overjoyed to hear that you had such a wonderful experience with our Lokafyer in Busan. Our mission at Lokafy is to help travelers connect with locals, creating an unforgettable memory and a lasting experience just like having a friend, and it is delightful to hear you had that experience! It's really great to hear you recommend the experience so highly. Your review is greatly appreciated by the entire Lokafy team. We are active in more than 300+ cities around the world and Our global community of Lokafyers speaks many languages, so please get in touch with us next time you travel - we look forward to organizing your next adventure! Safe Travels! Regards, Marnelly Lokafy.com
A
Very nice
Busan is very nice and foods as well. During our trip to busan I really amazed with the area. Goods much cheaper to seoul.
Operator response
Hello Anne, Thank you for the amazing review! I am overjoyed to hear that you had such a wonderful experience with our Lokafyer in Busan. Our mission at Lokafy is to help travelers connect with locals, creating an unforgettable memory and a lasting experience just like having a friend, and it is delightful to hear you had that experience! It's really great to hear you recommend the experience so highly. Your review is greatly appreciated by the entire Lokafy team. We are active in more than 300+ cities around the world and Our global community of Lokafyers speaks many languages, so please get in touch with us next time you travel - we look forward to organizing your next adventure! Safe Travels! Regards, Marnelly Lokafy.com
M
Fun
Dorian is a super friendly and very attentive guide. The tour was flexible and enjoyable. It's clear that Dorian cares a great deal about his city and wants his guests to enjoy it as much as he does. Dorian was open to answering questions on a wide variety of topics.
Operator response
Hello Myah, Thank you for the amazing review! I am overjoyed to hear that you had such a wonderful experience with our lokafyer, Dorian in Busan. Our mission at Lokafy is to help travelers connect with locals, creating an unforgettable memory and a lasting experience just like having a friend, and it is delightful to hear you experienced that. Dorian will be delighted to hear you recommend the experience so highly. Your review is greatly appreciated by the entire Lokafy team. We are active in more than 300+ cities around the world and Our global community of Lokafyers speaks many languages, so please get in touch with us next time you travel - we look forward to organizing your next adventure! Safe Travels! Regards, Marnelly Lokafy.com
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