Gwangan-dong Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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
Relax on an inflatable tube or sit back under a beach umbrella at South Korea’s most popular beach, where the usual South Korean rules don’t apply.
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.
Shinsegae Centum City
Experience the world’s biggest department store, complete with big brand shops, boutique stores, a diverse food hall, spa complex and golf driving range.
Activities
Busan: Gamcheon Village and Haeundae Blueline Park Tour
South Korea: SEA LIFE Busan Standard Admission Ticket
From Busan: Gyeongju UNESCO World Heritage Guided Day Tour
Sunset Haeundae Sky Capsule and Busan Night view Tour from Busan
Seoul/Busan: 2026 BTS K-Pop Star Footsteps ARMY Fan Day Tour
Busan Full-Day City Tour with Gamcheon Village, Sea Temple & more
Our pick of the best Gwangan-dong Hotel Deals
Kent Hotel Gwangalli by Kensington
Its not so big problem.
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
HOTEL GUESS WHO
great view great room
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Homers Hotel
Perfect for my one night stay. Great View!
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Shilla Stay Busan Haeundae
Access to the beach and restaurants was wonderful and only a 5-10 minute walk from the subway station.
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Lotte Hotel Busan
Staff was very very helpful
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Signiel Busan
Excellent service, very well appointed room, pool and sauna excellent, all in a convenient beach location.
Reviewed on 17 Apr 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.
