Busan

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Busan
Busan featuring a river or creek, a city and night scenes
Chungnyeolsa featuring heritage elements, a garden and wildflowers
Gwangalli Beach which includes a coastal town, a skyscraper and general coastal views
Busan featuring outdoor eating and night scenes as well as a small group of people

Unwind on long beaches, relax in a multistory spa and explore the breathtaking coastal forests of Korea’s most popular summer destination.

Busan is South Korea’s second-largest city, but unlike the massive metropolis of Seoul, Busan is a resort town. Travel here for expansive beaches, forested parks and easy access to the islands and dramatic coastline of Hallyeohaesang National Park.

Come to Busan during the summer to experience the beaches at their best, the views at their clearest and industrious South Koreans at their most relaxed. The long Haeundae Beach is the most famous in the country on hot summer days it is lined with record-breaking numbers of colorful umbrellas and masses of people. If you prefer a little more space, head west to Gwangalli Beach, which is generally less crowded and offers great views of the Gwangan Bridge, the longest in South Korea.

Discover Busan’s world-class shopping at the 14-story Shinsegae Centum City, the largest department store in the world. After exploring the many stores, boutiques and cafés, practice your golf swing at the indoor driving range, then lace up your skates for a few laps on the ice rink. 

Seafood lovers should head to Jagalchi Market, Busan’s massive fish market. Occupying a wide stretch of dock and several stories of a huge warehouse, Jagalchi is the largest seafood market in South Korea.

Busan has recently become a global center for cosmetic surgery and medical tourism. Exfoliate your pores or treat yourself to a full facelift at one of the 160 clinics on Seomyeon Medical Street in central Busan. Or, reserve a spot at the Shinsegae Centum City Spaland to spend an evening relaxing in one of the 22 spas and 13 saunas.

Just a ferry or bus ride away is Tongyeong, a bustling port town situated on an island to the southwest of Busan. From Tongyeong, ride the Hallyeo Waterway Observation Cable Car for stunning views back to the mainland. After enjoying the views, wander through the charming streets of Dongpirang Village, which was destined for demolition until villagers transformed the streets into an outdoor art gallery. 

Busan has a metro system, but most destinations are best reached by bus, car or ferry.

Where to stay in Busan

Haeundae showing general coastal views, a city and landscape views

Haeundae

5/5(2 area reviews)

Travelers love Haeundae for its stunning beaches, and you can see more of Busan by jumping on the metro at Haeundae Station or Jung-dong Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Haeundae Beach and Paradise Casino.

Haeundae
Busan Citizens Park showing a park, wildflowers and heritage elements

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
Jagalchi Fish Market featuring markets and food

Nampo-dong

Shopping and seafood restaurants are highlights of Nampo-dong. Make a stop by Jagalchi Fish Market or Nampodong Street while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Jangalchi Station to get around town.

Nampo-dong
Jung District showing a city, night scenes 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
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Gwangan-dong

When in Gwangan-dong and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Gwangalli Beach or Shinsegae Centum City and hop on the metro to see more the city at Gwangan Station or Suyeong Station.

Gwangan-dong
Yeongdo featuring general coastal views, boating and a bay or harbor

Yeongdo

You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Yeongdo. You might want to make time for a stop at Taejongdae Park or Korea National Maritime Museum.

Yeongdo
Ananti at Busan Cove

Ananti at Busan Cove

5 out of 5
268-32, Gijanghaean-ro Gijang-eup, Busan
The price is P14,626 per night from Aug 19 to Aug 20
P14,626
P16,089 total
Aug 19 - Aug 20
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! (1,004 reviews)
"Very nice. Modern. Great staff. Beautiful area. Wonderful views."

Reviewed on Jul 9, 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 P5,573 per night from Aug 26 to Aug 27
P5,573
P6,744 total
Aug 26 - Aug 27
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! (1,975 reviews)
"Inthe middle of city ,however quite and easy to walk around."

Reviewed on Jul 25, 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 P12,799 per night from Aug 27 to Aug 28
P12,799
P14,079 total
Aug 27 - Aug 28
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! (209 reviews)
"It was clean and modern!"

Reviewed on Jul 14, 2025

Ananti At Busan Village
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Urbanstay Seomyeon

Urbanstay Seomyeon

3 out of 5
752, Jungang-daero, Busanjin-gu, Busan
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Busan. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Lotte Department Store Busan Main Branch ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (89 reviews)
"Great location. Great stay"

Reviewed on Jun 14, 2025

Urbanstay Seomyeon
NEWCZ HAEUNDAE RESIDENCE

NEWCZ HAEUNDAE RESIDENCE

4 out of 5
30 Haeun-daero 570beon-gil, Haeundae-gu, Busan
Stay at this 4-star residence in Busan. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Haeundae Beach and Gwangalli Beach are ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (291 reviews)
Home away from home stay!!!
"Very nice apartment like, we got 2 bedroom for 2 nights, big rooms, big sala and big kitchen. It really made me feel like a home away from home. We can stay comfortably because of the big space. Nice view of Heundae Beach. With convenince store and restaurant in the lobby, makes easy for us to get ..."

Reviewed on Jul 21, 2025

NEWCZ HAEUNDAE RESIDENCE
LCT Residence Y Collection

LCT Residence Y Collection

4 out of 5
30 Dalmaji-gil, Haeundae-gu, Busan
Stay at this 4-star residence in Busan. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private hot tubs. Popular attractions Haeundae Beach and Gwangalli Beach are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (104 reviews)
"가족여행으로갔었는데 편히잘지내다왔어요 특히 해수욕하고 객실에서 세탁기와 건조기이용해서 빨래할수있는점이 가장좋았습니다!"

Reviewed on Jul 26, 2025

LCT Residence Y Collection
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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