Hi, I have never been to Busan, but we are going on a cruise that stops there in a couple of months, so I have been recently researching it. I read that there is a giant mural of some K-pop stars in that cultural village that might appeal to your teens. I saw a cooking class on a tour through Viator I believe as well. We plan on using taxis to get everywhere. They accept credit cards, but some do not speak English, so you have to have your directions written in Korean. Taxis with the bird on them, usually are multi-lingual. You also want to make sure you have WON, the local currency for the markets and food stalls, as most do not accept credit cards. You can get the local currency right from the ATM in the cruise terminal or in advance. Hopefully, some of this helps you, I hope you enjoy your trip! 🙂
Busan Gamcheon Culture Village
It might need extra effort to visit Busan Gamcheon Culture Village but trust me, it’s worth it. You can see beautiful art there, including a giant mural of Jimin and Jungkook of BTS. Known as the hometown of Jimin and Jungkook, there is a lot to visit and experience in Busan.
Gwangbokdong Food Street - This is close to the cruise port and the Jagalchi fish market.
Arrive with an appetite, because you are here to eat. Situated in the labyrinthine Gwangbokdong area, Gwangbokdong Food Street is an absolute feast for the eyes and mouth. Dumplings are always a good idea, or go on an adventure and order at random (warning: may contain fish).
Nampodong Market
One-of-a-kind souvenirs and gorgeous vintage offerings are all here, often for much, much lower prices than you’ll come close to in the West. Nampodong is best accessed by hopping off the train at Nampo Station.