Choryang

Busan
Busan as well as an individual male
Busan which includes a city and landscape views
Busan showing a city as well as a small group of people
Busan
Busan featuring signage
Follow this neighborhood’s Story Way to see its main highlights and enjoy the stunning vistas of the Busan Port from the top of the hill.

Choryang, in the gu (district) of Dong, was first established by refugees who fled here during the Korean War. These displaced families just kept adding small dwellings to the hill until it was completely covered and became a community of its own.

The name of its main road, Ibagu-gil, means “Story Way” in the local Gyeongsang dialect. Exhibits on the Gallery Wall along the way show the history of this still humble-looking area.

The road takes you inland from Busan Station, near the Port of Busan, and up the hill. The mountain village of Choryang’s most famous attraction is the 168 Stairs. This narrow and steep staircase takes you from sea level all the way up to Sanbok-doro (Mountainside Road).

It’s a big climb with as many steps as its name suggests, so bring bottled water and wear good shoes. Those who can’t climb as high can cheat a little and take the monorail up. As you can imagine, this relatively new addition to the streetscape was welcomed by the locals and tourists alike.

This vista and the end of the 168 Stairs is especially romantic at night when the city’s skyline and bridges are lit up by thousands of lights.

After walking the 168 Stairs back down at your leisure, browse the Choryang Ibagu Night Market for street food from the South Korean, Japanese and Taiwanese cultures. This market is held each evening at the Choryang Traditional Market. If you are visiting by day, have a picnic in Busan Jungang Park instead.

The port is home to a wide range of seafood restaurants that cater for all budgets. Order sushi rolls, sashimi dishes, scallion pancakes or grilled clams or find a place that offers an all-you-can eat buffet.

The high-speed KTX train connects the capital Seoul to nearby Busan Station, from where you should take exit 7 to get there fastest. If you arrive via the Busan Port International Passenger Terminal, it’s best to take a taxi.


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Top hotels in Choryang

Toyoko Inn Busan Station No.1
Toyoko Inn Busan Station No.1
3 out of 5
12, Jungang-daero 196beon-gil, Dong-gu, Dong-gu, Busan, Busan
The price is P2,890 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
P2,890
P3,179 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Busan. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,319 reviews)
"I had a great stay. No complaints"

Reviewed on Nov 3, 2024

Toyoko Inn Busan Station No.1
Asti Hotel Busan Station
Asti Hotel Busan Station
4 out of 5
7, Jungang-daero 214beon-gil, Dong-gu, Busan
The price is P4,199 per night from 2 Dec to 3 Dec
P4,199
P4,619 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 2 - Dec 3
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Busan. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"Very near to Busan KTX station. Subway within walking distance. Lots of food choices. Hotel staff is efficient and responsive to my queries and request."

Reviewed on Nov 20, 2024

Asti Hotel Busan Station
Ramada Encore by Wyndham Busan Station
Ramada Encore by Wyndham Busan Station
4 out of 5
10, Jungang-daero 196 beon-gil, Dong-gu, Busan
The price is P4,018 per night from 22 Dec to 23 Dec
P4,018
P4,420 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 22 - Dec 23
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Busan. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"I liked the interior of the room. The location was surrounded by a variety of classic restaurants and convenient to transportation."

Reviewed on Nov 15, 2024

Ramada Encore by Wyndham Busan Station
Notte La Mia
Notte La Mia
3 out of 5
265, Daeyeong-ro, Dong-gu, Busan
The price is P2,812 per night from 2 Dec to 3 Dec
P2,812
P3,093 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 2 - Dec 3
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly hotel in Busan. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9/10 Wonderful! (661 reviews)
"Great room, easy check in, friendly staff, and they safely stored our luggage before and after check in/out for free. Really nice rooftop and large dining room upstairs where we enjoyed some takeout food and drinks. We would absolutely stay here again!"

Reviewed on Nov 20, 2024

Notte La Mia
Hound Hotel Busan Station
Hound Hotel Busan Station
2.5 out of 5
9, Jungang-daero 236beon-gil, Dong-gu, Busan, PUS
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P3,483 per night from 28 Nov to 29 Nov
P3,483
P3,878 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 28 - Nov 29
Stay at this hotel in Busan. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (343 reviews)
"Spacious, clean and a great bath. Bed was a bit hard but overall a great room. Close to the train station and eateries."

Reviewed on Nov 11, 2024

Hound Hotel Busan Station
Brown Suites Busan
Brown Suites Busan
4.5 out of 5
160 Chungjang-daero, Dong-gu, Busan, Busan
The price is P3,617 per night from 26 Nov to 27 Nov
P3,617
P3,978 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 26 - Nov 27
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury apartment in Busan. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Lotte Department Store Busan Main Branch and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (89 reviews)
"Absolutely beautiful room once I was able to finally figure out where to go and how to enter the building. Offered luggage storage, but when departing for a day long tour at 7:30 in the morning, the office was not open and no one seemed to be able to help me, so I had to spend extra time and money ..."

Reviewed on Nov 19, 2024

Brown Suites Busan
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Other neighbourhoods around Choryang

Busan which includes signage

Dong-gu

The mountain views and monuments are just a few things visitors like about Dong-gu. 168 Stairs and Busan Citizens' Hall are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Choryang Station or Busan Subway Station to get around the larger area.

Dong-gu
Jung District which includes a city, a river or creek and a bridge

Jung-gu

Travelers choose Jung-gu for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Jungang Station or Nampo Station and check out top sights like Busan Tower.

Jung-gu

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.

Jungang-dong
Jagalchi Fish Market showing food and markets

Nampo-dong

Noted for its shopping and seafood restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Nampo-dong. Top attractions like Jagalchi Fish Market and Nampodong Street are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Jangalchi Station or Nampo Station to see more of the city.

Nampo-dong
Busan Citizens Park featuring heritage elements, a garden and wildflowers

Seomyeon

Consider a visit to Seven Luck Casino and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Seomyeon. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Buam Station or Gaya Station.

Seomyeon
Busanjin which includes wildflowers and a lake or waterhole

Busanjin

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

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.

Busanjin

Choryang