Busan guide
🇰🇷 Packing List
What to pack for Busan
In December, Busan is typically cold, light rain possible (2°C - 11°C). Pick the month you travel and the list changes with it.
Busan essentials
- Modest outfits that cover shoulders and knees for town and religious sites
- Swimwear for the resort or beach only, cover up in town
- Sarong or shawl for temple visits
Documents
- Photo ID
- Passport (valid 6+ months)
- Visa / e-visa printout
- Return / onward flight tickets
- Travel insurance policy
- Hotel booking confirmations
- Passport-size photographs (2-4)
- Photocopies / phone photos of passport and tickets, stored separately
Clothing
- One smart-casual outfit for dinners
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Warm insulated coat
- Thermal base layers
- Warm hat, gloves and scarf
- Warm socks
- Compact umbrella
- Undergarments and sleepwear
- Enough outfits for 7 days (6 sets)
- Warm mid-layers (fleece or wool)
- One dressy evening outfit for celebrations
Toiletries & health
- Toothbrush, toothpaste, and toiletries
- Sunscreen (SPF 30+)
- Personal medication with prescription
- Basic first-aid: band-aids, painkillers, ORS
- Hand sanitiser and wet wipes
- Lip balm and moisturiser for cold, dry air
- After-sun lotion
Electronics
- Phone and charger
- Power bank
- Camera (optional)
- Power adaptor: Type C/F plugs (European round pins), 220V.
Money
- Debit / credit cards
- Local currency: South Korean Won (KRW)
Local know-how
- Local SIM: Use same as Seoul. Airport pickup or city stores.
- Overcharging tourists
- December highlights: Christmas celebrations; New Year's Eve at Haeundae
Trip gear
- Dry bag for valuables