Visit Gwangan-dong
Popular places to visit
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
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.
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.
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
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Busan city tour from Seoul by KTX bullet train
Busan: Coastal Wonders & Cultural Gems Tour opt. Sky Capsule
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Other neighbourhoods around Gwangan-dong
Suyeong-gu
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.
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.
Daeyeon-dong
If you're spending time in Daeyeon-dong, check out sights like Busan Museum or United Nations Peace Park and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Daeyeon Station or Kyungsung University- Pukyong National University Station.
Haeundae
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.
Busanjin
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.
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.
- Gwangalli Beach
- Haeundae Beach
- Lotte Department Store Busan Main Branch
- Nampodong Street
- Shinsegae Centum City
- Songjeong Beach
- Dadaepo Beach
- Songdo Beach
- Jagalchi Fish Market
- Gukje Market
- Paradise Casino
- Gimhae Lotte Water Park
- BIFF Square
- Taejongdae Park
- Ilgwang Beach
- Dalmaji Hill
- Dadaepo Sunset Fountain of Dream
- Busan Indoor Ice Rink