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
During your visit to Busan, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Lotte Department Store Busan Main Branch. Wander through 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 search for that perfect souvenir at Nampodong Street. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this culturally rich area.
Things to do
From Busan: Gyeongju UNESCO World Heritage Guided Day Tour
Busan: Coastal Wonders & Cultural Gems Tour with Sky Capsule
Busan: Gamcheon Village and Haeundae Blueline Park Tour
Busan Night Small Group Photo Tour (Max 7)
Echoes of Silla Gyeongju Historical Guided Day Tour from Busan
Top hotels in Dong-gu
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Other neighbourhoods around Dong-gu
Choryang
Choryang is well liked for its monuments and waterfront. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Choryang Market and Choryang Ibagu-gil Road are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Choryang Station or Busan Subway Station to get around.
Jung-gu
Spend some time visiting places like Busan Tower while getting to know Jung-gu, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Jungang Station or Nampo Station to see more of the area.
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
Travellers choose Seomyeon for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Buam Station or Gaya Station and check out top sights like Seven Luck Casino.
Busanjin
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.