Chinatown Travel Guide
Busan
Visit Chinatown
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.
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.
Dadaepo Beach
Head to Busan’s most popular beach for a day of swimming, building sand castles and watching the impressive musical fountain show.
Things to do
Echoes of Silla Gyeongju Historical Guided Day Tour from Busan
Busan's Best: Sea Temples, Yacht Tour & Sky Capsule Day Tour
Skyhub Lounge at Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
From Busan: Gyeongju Historical Day Tour with Sky Capsule
Gyeongju Historic Areas Day Tour with Sky Capsule from Busan
Busan Full-Day City Tour with Gamcheon Village, Sea Temple & more
Top hotels in Chinatown
Ananti at Busan Cove
Everything excellent!!! Will visit soon again
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Lotte Hotel Busan
Excellent
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Paradise Hotel Busan
The experience overall was very smooth and comfortable. The staff were all very friendly and spoke English well. However, you can tell the rooms are a bit old but it was still a comfortable room. We got an ocean view room with terrace and the view was amazing!
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Shilla Stay Busan Haeundae
A bit of a dated room with lots of marks and scratches etc. Air conditioning also won't go lower than 25 degrees so room is very hot. But it was a clean hotel, very good area and friendly staff
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Signiel Busan
Rooms are beautiful and well equipped. Breakfast was overpriced. Hotel was absolutely fantastic and would stay again.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Toyoko Inn Busan Station No.1
It was my first time visiting Busan and was surprised how small the room was, but it had all the necessary amenities in the room. Nothing was missing and my wife and I stayed two nights comfortably. The room was very clean and organized and the front desk staff were very friendly. Also, you can drop ...
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Chinatown
Choryang
Choryang is well liked for its monuments and waterfront. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Choryang Ibagu-gil Road and 168 Stairs are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Choryang Station or Busan Subway Station to get around.
Dong-gu
Dong-gu is well liked for its mountain views and monuments. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Choryang Ibagu-gil Road and 168 Stairs 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
Shopping and seafood restaurants are highlights of Nampo-dong. Make a stop by Jagalchi Fish Market or Gwangbokro Culture and Fashion Street while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Jangalchi Station to get around town.
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.
