Yeongdo Travel Guide
Busan
Popular places to visit
Taejongdae Park
Hike along the dramatic cliffs and through the misty pine forests of this peninsula park, where legends say the gods once came to relax.
Korea National Maritime Museum
With its exhibits ranging from aquatic creatures to maritime industries and seafaring vessels, this museum showcases the power and importance of the ocean.
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 find the perfect gifts to bring home with a trip to Lotte Department Store Busan Main Branch, a popular shopping spot in Busan. Wander through 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.
Things to do
Busan's Best: Sea Temples, Yacht Tour & Sky Capsule Day Tour
Busan: Geoje Coastal Escape, Sea Breeze, Oedo Botania Island
Echoes of Silla Gyeongju Historical Guided Day Tour from Busan
From Busan: Echoes of Silla Gyeongju Historical Day Tour
Top hotels in Yeongdo
Lavalse Hotel
Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025
Hotel Adela
Reviewed on 17 Sept 2025
Grand Bern Hotel
Reviewed on 26 Sept 2025
Lotte Hotel Busan
Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025
Ananti at Busan Cove
Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025
Toyoko Inn Busan Haeundae No.2
Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Yeongdo
Seo
While you're in Seo, take in top sights like Songdo Bay Station or Songdo Beach, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Toseong Station or Dongdaesin Station.
Nam-gu
Get to know Nam-gu and its many features like its restaurants and museums. You might want to explore sights like Oryukdo Skywalk and Igidae Park, and you can jump on the metro at Kyungsung University- Pukyong National University Station or Daeyeon Station to get around 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.
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.
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.
Choryang
Choryang is well liked for its monuments and waterfront. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, 168 Stairs and Choryang Market are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Choryang Station or Busan Subway Station to get around.
