Gwangan-dong Travel Guide
Busan
Visit Gwangan-dong
Popular places to visit
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
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.
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.
Songdo Beach
Fine golden sand, lively restaurants, a sky walk and lively music festivals make this a popular beach in southern Busan.
Things to do
Busan's Best: Sea Temples, Yacht Tour & Sky Capsule Day Tour
Echoes of Silla Gyeongju Historical Guided Day Tour from Busan
Busan: Geoje Coastal Escape, Sea Breeze, Oedo Botania Island
Busan's Cultural Wonders with Beach Train & Gamcheon Village etc
From Busan: Echoes of Silla Gyeongju Historical Day Tour
Top hotels in Gwangan-dong
Kent Hotel Gwangalli by Kensington
good
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
HOTEL GUESS WHO
オーシャンビューで景色も最高。利用した日は日中暑く館内総括
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Paradise Hotel Busan
Classic beauty, comfortable bed, cheap minibar, cimer spa is awesome!
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Signiel Busan
Every touch point they had screamed five star hotel. Signiel did not disappoint.
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Shilla Stay Busan Haeundae
The staff is nice, the room is clean. However, we think the laundry can be improved because it takes two tries to dry the clothes completely.
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Lotte Hotel Busan
clean room
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Gwangan-dong
Suyeong-gu
Noted for its beaches and bars, there's plenty to explore in Suyeong-gu. Top attractions like Gwangalli Beach and Gwangan Grand Bridge are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Gwangan Station or Suyeong Station to see more of the city.
Millak-dong
Discover Millak-dong, memorable for its beaches. Popular attractions in Millak-dong include Gwangalli Beach and Millak Waterfront Park, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at Millak Station.
Yeonje-gu
Visitors to Yeonje-gu like its restaurants. Jump on the metro at City Hall Station or Mulmangol Station to see top sights like Busan Asiad Main Stadium while you're in the area.
Haeundae
Haeundae Beach and Paradise Casino are top sights in Haeundae, and you should be sure to explore the stunning beaches. Hop aboard the metro at Haeundae Station or Jung-dong Station to see more sights in the area.
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.
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.
