Busan Art and Travel Guide 2026 - Biennale.com

Biennale.com – Art & Travel Guide to Busan 2026

In 2026, Busan becomes the global art world’s waterfront stage, hosting two major events: the 13th Busan Biennale (Sept 5–Nov 15, 2026) and the 15th edition of Art Busan (May 22–24, 2026). This guide is your essential companion to navigating South Korea’s second city at the peak of its cultural calendar, where maritime identity meets cutting-edge contemporary art.

Inside you’ll find:

• Biennale insights – theme Fluid Horizons: Art in an Age of Oceanic Thinking, curatorial direction by Amal Khalaf & Evelyn Simons, and site-specific works across the city.
• Art Busan dossier – 160+ galleries, VIP programs, FUTURE & CONNECT sections, and the growing East Asian art market hub.
• The city as canvas – museums, galleries, Gamcheon Culture Village, F1963, Yeongdo Art District, and public art walking guides.
• Artist & collector toolkit – residencies, creative workshops, digital nomad hubs, coworking/coliving spaces, and neighborhood guides.
• Cultural immersion – Busan International Film Festival, historic temples, architectural landmarks, and curated nightlife.
• Travel essentials – arrival, transport, accommodation, etiquette, connectivity, and practical tips for a seamless trip.

Whether you are a collector, curator, artist, or adventurous traveler, this guide provides both critical depth and practical navigation to experience Busan as Asia’s newest cultural powerhouse.

Your indispensable companion to Busan 2026—art, travel, and oceanic horizons in one essential guide.