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
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.
Nampodong Street
You can browse for souvenirs when you visit Nampodong Street, a popular shopping spot in Busan. 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.
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
Echoes of Silla Gyeongju Historical Guided Day Tour from Busan
Busan: Geoje Coastal Escape, Sea Breeze, Oedo Botania Island
Busan Full-Day City Tour with Gamcheon Village, Sea Temple & more
From Busan: Echoes of Silla Gyeongju Historical Day Tour
Top hotels in Gwangan-dong
Kent Hotel Gwangalli by Kensington
HOTEL GUESS WHO
Shilla Stay Busan Haeundae
All services was very satisfied, esp. the location of hotel mad my journey comfortable. I would recommend to take ocean view room!
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
Paradise Hotel Busan
Very nice accommodations and courteous staff. They were all kind and eager to help. Our 2 rooms experienced cooling issues and were a little warm a couple of nights, but not bad, especially since it was cool outside. There was a little difficulty explaining this to lobby attendants due to the language ...
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Lotte Hotel Busan
Amazing hotel. Nice staff. Especialy the conceirgae
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Signiel Busan
Clean room, nice staff, good amenities,
Reviewed on 9 Feb 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.
Yeonsan
During your stop in Yeonsan, check out the restaurants, and jump on the metro at Yeonsan Station to see more of the surrounding 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.
