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
You can enjoy some retail therapy with a trip to Lotte Department Store Busan Main Branch, a popular shopping spot in Busan. Wander 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.
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.
Nampodong Street
During your trip to Busan, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Nampodong Street. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this culturally rich area.
Things to do
Busan: Gyeongju UNESCO World Heritage Guided Day Tour
Old Korea Thousand History Tour of Gyeongju from Busan
Busan: Coastal Wonders & Cultural Gems Tour with Sky Capsule
Busan: Gyeongju Guided Day Trip to Three Kingdoms Capital
Busan: Gamcheon Village and Haeundae Blueline Park Tour
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Other neighbourhoods around Dong-gu
Choryang
Get to know Choryang and its many features like its monuments and waterfront. You might want to explore sights like 168 Stairs and Choryang Market, and you can jump on the metro at Choryang Station or Busan Subway Station to get around the city.
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.
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
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.
Seomyeon
Consider a visit to Lotte Department Store Busan Main Branch 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.
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.
- Choryang Ibagu-gil Road
- Jaseong University Park
- Gwangalli Beach
- Haeundae Beach
- Shinsegae Centum City
- Nampodong Street
- Songjeong Beach
- Songdo Beach
- Dadaepo Beach
- Jagalchi Fish Market
- Gukje Market
- Busan Exhibition and Convention Center
- Gimhae Lotte Water Park
- BIFF Square
- Busan Tower
- Taejongdae Park
- Dalmaji Hill
- Bupyeong Kkangtong Market
- Ilgwang Beach