Busan Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Busan
Busan showing a bridge, a city and a river or creek
Chungnyeolsa showing heritage elements, a park and wild flowers
Gwangalli Beach featuring a skyscraper, general coastal views and a coastal town
Busan featuring night scenes and outdoor eating as well as a small group of people

Unwind on long beaches, relax in a multistory spa and explore the breathtaking coastal forests of Korea’s most popular summer destination.

Busan is South Korea’s second-largest city, but unlike the massive metropolis of Seoul, Busan is a resort town. Travel here for expansive beaches, forested parks and easy access to the islands and dramatic coastline of Hallyeohaesang National Park.

Come to Busan during the summer to experience the beaches at their best, the views at their clearest and industrious South Koreans at their most relaxed. The long Haeundae Beach is the most famous in the country on hot summer days it is lined with record-breaking numbers of colourful umbrellas and masses of people. If you prefer a little more space, head west to Gwangalli Beach, which is generally less crowded and offers great views of the Gwangan Bridge, the longest in South Korea.

Discover Busan’s world-class shopping at the 14-story Shinsegae Centum City, the largest department store in the world. After exploring the many stores, boutiques and cafés, practice your golf swing at the indoor driving range, then lace up your skates for a few laps on the ice rink. 

Seafood lovers should head to Jagalchi Market, Busan’s massive fish market. Occupying a wide stretch of dock and several stories of a huge warehouse, Jagalchi is the largest seafood market in South Korea.

Busan has recently become a global centre for cosmetic surgery and medical tourism. Exfoliate your pores or treat yourself to a full facelift at one of the 160 clinics on Seomyeon Medical Street in central Busan. Or, reserve a spot at the Shinsegae Centum City Spaland to spend an evening relaxing in one of the 22 spas and 13 saunas.

Just a ferry or bus ride away is Tongyeong, a bustling port town situated on an island to the southwest of Busan. From Tongyeong, ride the Hallyeo Waterway Observation Cable Car for stunning views back to the mainland. After enjoying the views, wander through the charming streets of Dongpirang Village, which was destined for demolition until villagers transformed the streets into an outdoor art gallery. 

Busan has a metro system, but most destinations are best reached by bus, car or ferry.

Where to stay in Busan

Haeundae featuring a sunset, landscape views and a city

Haeundae

4.5/5(30 area reviews)

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.

Haeundae
Busan Citizens Park featuring heritage elements, a garden and wild flowers

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.

Seomyeon
Jagalchi Fish Market showing markets and food

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.

Nampo-dong
Jung District which includes night scenes, a river or creek and a bridge

Jung-gu

4.5/5(11 area reviews)

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.

Jung-gu
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Gwangan-dong

When in Gwangan-dong and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Gwangalli Beach or Shinsegae Centum City and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Gwangan Station or Suyeong Station.

Gwangan-dong
Yeongdo featuring general coastal views, boating and a bay or harbour

Yeongdo

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Yeongdo. You might want to make time for a stop at Taejongdae Park or Korea National Maritime Museum.

Yeongdo
Ananti at Busan Cove

Ananti at Busan Cove

5 out of 5
268-32, Gijanghaean-ro Gijang-eup, Busan
The price is Rp2.907.349 per night from 3 Sept to 4 Sept
Rp2.907.349
Rp3.198.089 total
3 Sept - 4 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Busan. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Haeundae Beach and Songjeong Beach are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Very nice. Modern. Great staff. Beautiful area. Wonderful views."

Reviewed on 9 Jul 2025

Ananti at Busan Cove
Lotte Hotel Busan

Lotte Hotel Busan

5 out of 5
772, Gaya-daero, Busanjin-gu, Busan, Busan
The price is Rp1.711.352 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
Rp1.711.352
Rp2.070.736 total
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Busan. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,966 reviews)
"Inthe middle of city ,however quite and easy to walk around."

Reviewed on 25 Jul 2025

Lotte Hotel Busan
Toyoko Inn Busan Haeundae No.2

Toyoko Inn Busan Haeundae No.2

2.5 out of 5
5, Haeundaehaebyeon-ro 237beon-gil, Haeundae-gu, Busan
The price is Rp816.814 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
Rp816.814
Rp898.495 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Busan. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,148 reviews)
"The rooms are very clean. The buffet exceed my expectation. The laundry is convenient next to the lobby and inexpensive. Overall a great experience."

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2025

Toyoko Inn Busan Haeundae No.2
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Urbanstay Seomyeon

Urbanstay Seomyeon

3 out of 5
752, Jungang-daero, Busanjin-gu, Busan
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Busan. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Lotte Department Store Busan Main Branch ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (89 reviews)
"Great location. Great stay"

Reviewed on 14 Jun 2025

Urbanstay Seomyeon
Brown Suites Busan

Brown Suites Busan

4.5 out of 5
160 Chungjang-daero, Dong-gu, Busan, Busan
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury apartment in Busan. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Lotte Department Store Busan Main Branch and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (156 reviews)
"Great location in Busan"

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2025

Brown Suites Busan
NEWCZ HAEUNDAE RESIDENCE

NEWCZ HAEUNDAE RESIDENCE

4 out of 5
30 Haeun-daero 570beon-gil, Haeundae-gu, Busan
Stay at this 4-star residence in Busan. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Haeundae Beach and Gwangalli Beach are ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (293 reviews)
Home away from home stay!!!
"Very nice apartment like, we got 2 bedroom for 2 nights, big rooms, big sala and big kitchen. It really made me feel like a home away from home. We can stay comfortably because of the big space. Nice view of Heundae Beach. With convenince store and restaurant in the lobby, makes easy for us to get ..."

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025

NEWCZ HAEUNDAE RESIDENCE
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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