Dong-gu
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.
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.
Nampodong Street
During your trip to Busan, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Nampodong Street. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this culturally rich area.
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.
Dadaepo Beach
Head to Busan’s most popular beach for a day of swimming, building sand castles and watching the impressive musical fountain show.
Things to do
From Busan: Gyeongju UNESCO World Heritage Guided Day Tour
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 Best: Sea Temples, Yacht Tour & Sky Capsule Day Tour
Top hotels in Dong-gu
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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.
Nampo-dong
Shopping and seafood restaurants are highlights of Nampo-dong. Make a stop by Jagalchi Fish Market or Gwangbokro Culture and Fashion 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.
Sasang-gu
Get to know Sasang-gu and its many features like its seaside views and riverfront. You might want to explore sights like Banpo Plaza Bowling Center and Champion Takgugyosil, and you can jump on the metro at Gamjeon Station or Jurye Station to get around the city.
- 168 Stairs
- Choryang Ibagu-gil Road
- Gwangalli Beach
- Lotte Department Store Busan Main Branch
- Shinsegae Centum City
- Nampodong Street
- Haeundae Beach
- Dadaepo Beach
- Jagalchi Fish Market
- Gukje Market
- Songjeong Beach
- Songdo Beach
- Paradise Casino
- BIFF Square
- Taejongdae Park
- Dalmaji Hill
- Gimhae Lotte Water Park
- Haedong Yonggungsa