Korea changes character when the scale changes.
Seoul can feel endless; Busan opens toward the sea; Daegu is easier to hold in your head; Jeju asks you to negotiate with weather; historic cities such as Gyeongju and Jeonju reward slower walking. The point of a city guide is not to rank these places. It is to help you choose the environment that matches the trip you want.
For LGBTQ+ visitors, comfort often comes from the same things that help any traveler: a well-chosen neighborhood, realistic transport, current information, privacy that feels self-directed, and enough rest to enjoy the day. Identity matters, but it does not have to carry the entire itinerary.
Two nights can reveal more than six rushed hours
If a region interests you, consider staying long enough to see it at more than one speed. Morning and evening can feel like different cities. Returning to the same café or street once can create more connection than adding another destination.