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
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.
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: Coastal Wonders & Cultural Gems Tour opt. Sky Capsule
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
Authentic Busan Full-Day City Highlights Tour
From Busan: Echoes of Silla Gyeongju Historical Day Tour
Top hotels in Chinatown
Lotte Hotel Busan
Excellent location and so many options
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
Paradise Hotel Busan
Beachfront hotel with great pool and spa facilities
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
Signiel Busan
Attentive and outstanding service. Excellent location on the famous haeundae beach - close to ++Busan attractions eg Mipo sky capsule, sky x observatory, etc etc. Also close to public transport. Meticulously clean. Well appointed rooms. ++Recommend gorgeous beachview rooms
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Toyoko Inn Busan Haeundae No.2
it was neat and quiet place to stay and so accessible to the beach and market, surely recommendable.
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
Toyoko Inn Busan Station No.1
Good Price
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025
L7 HAEUNDAE by LOTTE HOTELS
I loved this hotel. Lotte just does it right. The hotel room felt so clean and luxurious. The lobby is so beautiful and well decorated. I bought the breakfast and I thought it was soooo worth it. They had such a wide variety of food and even a ramen bar. The staff was also so friendly and attentive. ...
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Chinatown
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.
Dong-gu
Dong-gu is well liked for its mountain views and monuments. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, 168 Stairs and Busan Citizens' Hall 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 Nampodong Street while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Jangalchi Station to get around town.
Beomil-dong
While you're in Beomil-dong, take in top sights like Busan Citizens' Hall and jump on the metro at Beomil Station to see more of the city.
Chinatown Travel Guide
- Gwangalli Beach
- Haeundae Beach
- Lotte Department Store Busan Main Branch
- Shinsegae Centum City
- Nampodong Street
- Songdo Beach
- Jagalchi Fish Market
- Dadaepo Beach
- Gukje Market
- Gimhae Lotte Water Park
- BIFF Square
- Busan New Port
- Busan Cinema Center
- Ilgwang Beach
- Dalmaji Hill
- Songdo Bay Station
- Pusan National University
