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Welcome to the 1st Global City Tourism Summit (GCTS 2025)

The Global City Tourism Summit (GCTS) is a new international platform dedicated to the future of city-based and community-driven tourism.

the 1st Global City Tourism Summit  will take place from October 27 to 29, 2025, in the beautiful coastal city of Busan, Republic of Korea, bringing together over 400 leaders from cities, governments, international organizations, and the tourism sector to explore how local culture and innovation can shape more inclusive and sustainable travel.

  • Event

    The 1st Global City Tourism Summit

  • Date

    October 27 – 29, 2025

  • Venue

    Paradise Hotel Busan and various locations across the city of Busan

  • Theme

    Promoting Local Tourism and Culture through Innovation and Cooperation

  • Host / Organizer

    Busan Metropolitan City

    Tourism Promotion Organization for Global Cities

    Busan Tourism Organization