Territory capital · South Korea
Buan
Spend a half‑day to a full day in Buan, focusing on Byeonsan‑bando National Park; no overnight needed unless you want beach camping.
Buan County offers coastal cliffs, mountain trails and historic temples within a compact area. One day covers the main sights; a second day lets you relax on the beaches or explore more remote trails.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- KRW
- Best months
- Apr–Oct
- avoid Jul–Aug (high humidity, frequent rain)
- Airport
- KUV
- Nights
- 1
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Rules in force · 5
- East Asia ↗Every border in East Asia is a full international border, Hong Kong and Macau included: an entry permission for one never covers the next.
- East Asia ↗Ferries between Korea, Japan and China cancel in rough seas and typhoons; keep a flight or a spare day behind every sea leg.
- South Korea ↗Check K-ETA and visa status on the official sites before you fly; the list of nationalities exempted from registering online changes year by year.
- South Korea ↗Google Maps gives poor walking and driving directions in Korea; use Naver Map or Kakao Map for routes.
- South Korea ↗Buy a T-money card (or use a phone-based transit pass) for subway and buses; it also pays at convenience stores and many taxis.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Buan112 ▾
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Buan, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Cards work almost everywhere, including taxis, convenience stores and many market stalls; carry ₩30,000–50,000 (≈ US$25–40) in cash for street food…South Korea-wide
- SIM or eSIMSK Telecom, KT and LG U+ sell tourist SIMs and eSIMs at airport arrivals; a passport is required, and data-only plans are cheapest.South Korea-wide
- Tap waterOfficially safe from the tap; most people drink filtered water, and restaurants serve it free.South Korea-wide
- TippingRestaurants and cafés: No tip; a service charge appears only in top hotels.South Korea-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/F. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 220 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.South Korea-wide
- SafetyBuan is generally safe for tourists; standard precautions apply, especially on remote trails and at night.
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- RestroomsFree, clean public toilets in every subway station; paper goes in the toilet in new buildings, in the bin where a sign asks.South Korea-wide
- Emergency numbers112 police · 119 fire and ambulance · 1330 Travel helpline (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysPalaces close one weekday (Gyeongbokgung Tuesday, others mostly Monday); national museums open daily but close on 1 Jan, Seollal and Chuseok days.South Korea-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportKUV Gunsan Airport (Domestic flights; about 30 km (19 mi) north, 40 min by bus).KUV Gunsan Airport (Domestic flights; about 19 mi (30 km) north, 40 min by bus).
- Getting aroundLocal county buses run from the Buan Intercity Bus Terminal (infrequent, often >1 h intervals).
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Budget bedGuesthouse or minbak room, a night, per room₩30,000 (≈ US$25)
- Mid-range bedGuesthouse or minbak room, a night, per room₩50,000 (≈ US$40)
- High-end bedGuesthouse or minbak room, a night, per room₩80,000 (≈ US$60)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget ₩50,000 (≈ US$40) · Mid ₩80,000 (≈ US$60) · High ₩120,000 (≈ US$90)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- KUV Gunsan Airport (Domestic flights; about 30 km (19 mi) north, 40 min by bus)KUV Gunsan Airport (Domestic flights; about 19 mi (30 km) north, 40 min by bus)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
not flagged
−4°C (25°F)25°F (−4°C)
Feb
not flagged
−3°C (27°F)27°F (−3°C)
Mar
not flagged
1°C (34°F)34°F (1°C)
Apr
Best
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
May
Best
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
Jun
Best
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
Jul
Care
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Aug
Care
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Sep
Best
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
Oct
Best
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
Nov
not flagged
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
Dec
not flagged
−2°C (28°F)28°F (−2°C)
Best: Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct. Mixed: Jul–Aug. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)), coolest Jan (4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C) low), wettest Jul (276 rain days), driest Jan (32). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Buan: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
−4°C (25°F)25°F (−4°C)
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
32 rd
Feb
−3°C (27°F)27°F (−3°C)
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
36 rd
Mar
1°C (34°F)34°F (1°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
47 rd
Apr
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
80 rd
May
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
85 rd
Jun
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
132 rd
Jul
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
276 rd
Aug
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
260 rd
Sep
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
139 rd
Oct
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
56 rd
Nov
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
52 rd
Dec
−2°C (28°F)28°F (−2°C)
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
42 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Local county buses run from the Buan Intercity Bus Terminal (infrequent, often >1 h intervals). Bicycle rentals are available at major attractions. A weekend city‑tour bus operates April–November for the main sights.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Gunsan
goDoor to door: ≈45 min
Intercity bus from Buan Terminal, about 30 min
Port city with additional seafood markets and historic district.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Buan‑eup town centre
Most guesthouses and small hotels are in the administrative core; convenient for bus terminal and markets.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- ₩50,000–80,000 (≈ US$40–60) excl. bed
- Mid
- ₩80,000–120,000 (≈ US$60–90) excl. bed
- High
- ₩120,000 (≈ US$90)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Guesthouse or minbak room1 × 1 night × ₩50,000 | ₩50,000 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × ₩80,000 | ₩160,000 |
| Local bus ride (one way)2 × ₩2,000 · check | ₩4,000 |
| Bicycle rental (half day)2 × ₩10,000 · check | ₩20,000 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | ₩23,400 |
| Trip total≈ ₩128,700 per person per day, bed included | ₩257,400≈ US$190 |
2026 estimate in KRW; flights and rail passes excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Watch out
Safety
- Bus schedules are sparse; check timetables at the terminal or ask the driver.
- Taxis can be costly for distant coastal spots.
- Summer humidity exceeds 90 %; bring water and sun protection.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 112
- Fire and ambulance
- 119
- Travel helpline
- 1330
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이 주소로 주세요To this address, please
Emergency
- Police112
- Fire and ambulance119
- Travel helpline1330
Embassy
US Consulate in Busan (check address); Korean Embassy in Seoul.
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Buan Intercity Bus Terminal → Byeonsan‑bando Park (local bus): ≈ 2,000 KRW per ride (check)
Say or show
- 죄송합니다 — Excuse me / Sorry (joesonghamnida)
- 감사합니다 — Thank you (kamsahamnida)
- 얼마예요? — How much is it? (eolmayeyo?)
- 버스 정류장은 어디에요? — Where is the bus stop? (beoseu jeongryujangeun eodieyo?)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Buan. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Apr–Oct · avoid Jul–Aug (high humidity, frequent rain) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 1 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Buan‑eup town → local bus → Byeonsan‑bando National Park
- Bicycle rental at Naesosa Temple → coastal trail to Gomso
- City‑tour bus reservation via Buan‑gun Culture & Tourism website
Sources
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