Gwangan-dong

Busan

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Popular places to visit

Gwangalli Beach which includes general coastal views, a high-rise building and a beach

Gwangalli Beach

4.5/5(13 reviews)

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

Gwangalli Beach
Haeundae Beach featuring a coastal town and a beach

Haeundae Beach

4.5/5(20 reviews)

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.

Haeundae Beach
Lotte Department Store Busan Main Branch

Lotte Department Store Busan Main Branch

4/5(21 reviews)

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home with a trip to Lotte Department Store Busan Main Branch, a popular shopping spot in Busan. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this culturally rich area.

Lotte Department Store Busan Main Branch
Shinsegae Centum City showing shopping and interior views

Shinsegae Centum City

4/5(10 reviews)

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.

Shinsegae Centum City
Dadaepo Beach featuring outdoor art, general coastal views and a sunset

Dadaepo Beach

Head to Busan’s most popular beach for a day of swimming, building sand castles and watching the impressive musical fountain show.

Dadaepo Beach
Nampodong Street

Nampodong Street

4/5(18 reviews)

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.

Nampodong Street

Things to do

Busan: Coastal Wonders & Cultural Gems Tour with Sky Capsule

Busan: Coastal Wonders & Cultural Gems Tour opt. Sky Capsule

S$44
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Busan: Coastal Wonders & Cultural Gems Tour opt. Sky Capsule
Gamcheon Mural village

Busan city tour from Seoul by KTX bullet train

S$529
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Busan city tour from Seoul by KTX bullet train
2-Day Customized Tour: Busan and Gyeongju Highlights

2-Day Busan and Gyeongju Highlights

S$423
per adult
2-Day Busan and Gyeongju Highlights
Busan: Gamcheon Village and Haeundae Blueline Park Tour

Busan: Gamcheon Village and Haeundae Blueline Park Tour

S$66
per adult
Busan: Gamcheon Village and Haeundae Blueline Park Tour
Busan: Group Sightseeing Yacht Cruise with Snacks and Drinks

Busan: Group Sightseeing Yacht Cruise with Snacks and Drinks

S$33
per adult
Busan: Group Sightseeing Yacht Cruise with Snacks and Drinks
Small Group Full Day Busan Tour

Small Group Full Day Busan Tour (Max 6 Pax)

S$127
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Small Group Full Day Busan Tour (Max 6 Pax)
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Top hotels in Gwangan-dong

Homers Hotel

Homers Hotel

4 out of 5
217, Gwanganhaebyeon-ro, Suyeong-gu, Busan, Busan
The price is S$117 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
S$117
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Busan. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Gwangalli Beach and Haeundae ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Excellent location on beachfront, with a 10 minute walk to nearest subway station"

Reviewed on 26 Jun, 2025

Homers Hotel
Kent Hotel Gwangalli by Kensington

Kent Hotel Gwangalli by Kensington

3.5 out of 5
229, Gwanganhaebyeon-ro, Suyeong-gu, Busan
The price is S$136 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
S$136
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Busan. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (977 reviews)
"Personal preference only, the mattress was on the harder side which wasn't as comfortable for me. Otherwise, this would have been closer to a 5 than 4."

Reviewed on 22 Jun, 2025

Kent Hotel Gwangalli by Kensington
Ananti at Busan Cove

Ananti at Busan Cove

5 out of 5
268-32, Gijanghaean-ro Gijang-eup, Busan
Fully refundable
The price is S$454 per night from 12 Aug to 13 Aug
S$454
12 Aug - 13 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Busan. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Haeundae Beach and Songjeong Beach are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Very nice. Modern. Great staff. Beautiful area. Wonderful views."

Reviewed on 9 Jul, 2025

Ananti at Busan Cove
Lotte Hotel Busan

Lotte Hotel Busan

5 out of 5
772, Gaya-daero, Busanjin-gu, Busan, Busan
The price is S$170 per night from 22 Jul to 23 Jul
S$170
22 Jul - 23 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Busan. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,954 reviews)
Excellent Stay
"This hotel made us the highlight of our Busan stay. We were treated like royalty every time we entered the hotel; the staffs were very kind to help in anyway they can. We want to thank especially Oscar Park, and his manager. Oscar went above and beyond and to make sure our stay was comfortable, with ..."

Reviewed on 6 Jul, 2025

Lotte Hotel Busan
Ananti At Busan Village

Ananti At Busan Village

5 out of 5
267-7 Gijanghaeanro Gijangeup Gijanggun, Busan, BUSAN
The price is S$507 per night from 22 Jul to 23 Jul
S$507
22 Jul - 23 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Busan. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Haeundae Beach and Songjeong Beach are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (201 reviews)
"It was clean and modern!"

Reviewed on 14 Jul, 2025

Ananti At Busan Village
Toyoko Inn Busan Haeundae No.2

Toyoko Inn Busan Haeundae No.2

2.5 out of 5
5, Haeundaehaebyeon-ro 237beon-gil, Haeundae-gu, Busan
The price is S$79 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
S$79
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Busan. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,142 reviews)
"My family and I traveled to South Korea from the United States. We stayed and the Toyoko Inn in Busan for three nights. The room was very nice, and the beds were comfortable. The hotel is close to a beautiful beach with a lot going on, especially during the weekend. The staff were all very nice, ..."

Reviewed on 14 Jul, 2025

Toyoko Inn Busan Haeundae No.2
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Other neighbourhoods around Gwangan-dong

Gwangalli Beach showing a city, general coastal views and a coastal town

Suyeong-gu

4.5/5(4 area reviews)

Noted for its beaches and bars, there's plenty to explore in Suyeong-gu. Top attractions like Gwangalli Beach and Gwangan Grand Bridge are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Gwangan Station or Suyeong Station to see more of the city.

Suyeong-gu
Gwangalli Beach which includes a bridge, a beach and a coastal town

Millak-dong

Discover Millak-dong, memorable for its beaches. Popular attractions in Millak-dong include Gwangalli Beach and Millak Waterfront Park, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at Millak Station.

Millak-dong
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Yeonsan

During your stop in Yeonsan, check out the restaurants, and jump on the metro at Yeonsan Station to see more of the surrounding area.

Yeonsan
Haeundae showing general coastal views, a coastal town and a sunset

Haeundae

4.5/5(30 area reviews)

Haeundae Beach and Paradise Casino are top sights in Haeundae, and you should be sure to explore the stunning beaches. Hop aboard the metro at Haeundae Station or Jung-dong Station to see more sights in the area.

Haeundae
Busanjin showing a lake or waterhole and wild flowers

Busanjin

4.5/5(24 area reviews)

You might enjoy the shopping while in Busanjin. Lotte Department Store Busan Main Branch is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Buam Station or Seomyeon Station to see more of the city.

Busanjin
Busan Citizens Park showing heritage elements, wild flowers and a park

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 Lotte Department Store Busan Main Branch.

Seomyeon

Gwangan-dong