Dong-gu
Busan





Popular places to visit

168 Stairs
Leading from the Busan Port to Sanbok Road, this steep staircase is as high as a six-storey building and you’re invited to climb it.

Gwangalli Beach
Swim in the calm water of a sheltered bay, dine at waterfront seafood bars and see uninterrupted views of Gwangan Bridge.

Haeundae Beach
Let your cares float away while you bob on a tube just off Korea’s most famous beach, where locals and tourists come to see and be seen.

Lotte Department Store Busan Main Branch
During your visit to Busan, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Lotte Department Store Busan Main Branch. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this culturally rich area.

Shinsegae Centum City
Pull on ice skates, practice your golf swing or slip into a spa at the world’s largest department store. You’ll find great shopping and dining too, of course.

Songjeong Beach
Enjoy swimming, surfing and live music events during the warm summer months at this quiet beach situated on Busan’s east coast.
Things to do

Private Custom Tour With a Local Guide in Busan

Gyeongju Historic Areas Day Tour with Sky Capsule from Busan

Busan: Coastal Wonders & Cultural Gems Tour with Sky Capsule

Busan: Gamcheon Village and Haeundae Blueline Park Tour

Busan Private Tour with licensed tour guide + private vehicle

Busan's Cultural Wonders with Beach Train & Gamcheon Village etc
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Other neighbourhoods around Dong-gu

Choryang
Choryang is well liked for its monuments and waterfront. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, 168 Stairs and Choryang Market are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Choryang Station or Busan Subway Station to get around.

Jung-gu
Spend some time visiting places like Busan Tower while getting to know Jung-gu, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Jungang Station or Nampo Station to see more of the area.
Jungang-dong
While you're in Jungang-dong, take in top sights like Busan Port Passenger Terminal and jump on the metro at Jungang Station to see more of the city.

Nampo-dong
Shopping and seafood restaurants are highlights of Nampo-dong. Make a stop by Jagalchi Fish Market or Nampodong Street while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Jangalchi Station to get around town.

Seomyeon
Travellers choose Seomyeon for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Buam Station or Gaya Station and check out top sights like Seven Luck Casino.

Busanjin
You might enjoy the shopping while in Busanjin. Bujeon Market is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Buam Station or Seomyeon Station to see more of the city.
- 168 Stairs
- Choryang Ibagu-gil Road
- Gwangalli Beach
- Haeundae Beach
- Lotte Department Store Busan Main Branch
- Shinsegae Centum City
- Songjeong Beach
- Nampodong Street
- Songdo Beach
- Dadaepo Beach
- Gukje Market
- Jagalchi Fish Market
- Paradise Casino
- BIFF Square
- Taejongdae Park
- Gimhae Lotte Water Park
- Dalmaji Hill
- Ilgwang Beach