Dong-gu
Busan
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.
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 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.
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 Guided Day Trip to Three Kingdoms Capital
Busan: Gamcheon Village and Haeundae Blueline Park Tour
Echoes of Silla Gyeongju Historical Guided Day Tour from Busan
Gyeongju Historic Areas Day Tour with Sky Capsule from Busan
Busan Private Tour with licensed tour guide + private vehicle
Dong-gu Hotel Deals
Asti Hotel Busan Station
Reviewed on Aug 4, 2025
Toyoko Inn Busan Station No.1
Reviewed on Jul 30, 2025
Brown Suites Busan
Reviewed on Jul 27, 2025
Le collective Busan station
Reviewed on Jun 18, 2025
Lotte Hotel Busan
Reviewed on Jul 25, 2025
Ananti At Busan Village
Reviewed on Jul 14, 2025
Other neighborhoods 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
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.
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.
- Gwangalli Beach
- Haeundae Beach
- Lotte Department Store Busan Main Branch
- Shinsegae Centum City
- Nampodong Street
- Songdo Beach
- Jagalchi Fish Market
- Dadaepo Beach
- Songjeong Beach
- Paradise Casino
- Gukje Market
- BIFF Square
- Busan Exhibition and Convention Center
- Seomyeon Street
- Busan Cinema Center
- Taejongdae Park
- Ilgwang Beach
- The Bay 101
- Dalmaji Hill