Jung-gu Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Jung District showing a river or creek, a bridge and a city
Gukje Market which includes food, signage and markets
Gukje Market showing a city, markets and shopping
Jung-gu
Gwangbokro Culture and Fashion Street featuring shopping as well as a couple

Find important historical locations commemorating Korea’s fight for independence as well as traditional markets in this southern section of Busan.

The Jung District (or Jung-gu) is a particularly lively spot for shopping and history. A trip to the Jagalchi Fish MarketOpens in a new window is a must for a Busan visit. Up to half the fish sold in South Korea is distributed through this market. See women peddling seafood of all varieties. Sample raw or cooked dishes under a tent called a Pojangmacha and purchase dried seafood to ship home.

Visit another famous shopping area, Bosu-dong Book Street. Since 1945 when Korea ousted Japanese overlords, local residents have been selling books in this location, with as many as dozens of different stores. While Bosu-dong specializes in books, the nearby Gukje Market has everything imaginable.

A very notable landmark in the Jung District is the 40-Step Culture and Tourism Theme Street. Before visiting the location, learn about its history in the 1950s and ‘60s. More than 100,000 people were displaced during the Korean War and many made makeshift homes in this humble spot.

Yongdusan Mountain and the tall Busan Tower at its summit rise above the Jung District. See historical monuments in Yongdusan Park and climb the tower for great views of the port during the day and the city lights at night.

Busan Democracy Park or Minju Park celebrates those who championed three democratic revolutions in 20th-century Korea. Visit its Memorial Hall to see images from those events and attend indoor and outdoor concerts in its theatre.

Jung-gu has numerous festivals during the year, several bringing in millions of participants. October has the Busan Jagalchi Festival, with art and events focused on the fishing and seagoing traditions of the neighbourhood. In December see the Busan Christmas Tree Cultural Festival, which is much more than simply a tree lighting. The Forty Steps Cultural Festival commemorates the sombre period of displacement.

Reach Jung-gu on the efficient Busan subway. Toseong and Jagalchi stations will put you in the heart of the area’s attractions.


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Our pick of the best Jung-gu Hotel Deals

Busan Tourist Hotel

Busan Tourist Hotel

3.5 out of 5
23, Gwangbok-ro 97beon-gil, Jung-gu, Busan, Busan
The price is AU$65 per night from 5 Nov to 6 Nov
AU$65
5 Nov - 6 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Busan. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8/10 Very Good! (731 reviews)
A Korea Economy Hotel
"Each hotel had its unique spealty but all were clean had easy access by taxi and subway. It’s good to check what your needs are to ensure a good fit. All hotels i stayed at were were the value I paid since I didn’t spend much time at the hotel, I was busy seeing the sights."

Reviewed on 16 July 2025

Busan Tourist Hotel
Stanford Hotel Busan

Stanford Hotel Busan

3.5 out of 5
53, Gudeok-ro, Jung-gu, Busan
The price is AU$102 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
AU$102
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Busan. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"All the reception staff members I met were nice and polite. The shower was broken in the room so I had to call the reception at night when I noticed it while trying to take a shower as it couldn't be set as a shower but just as a tap. They sent us an engineer but he couldn't fix it and said they ..."

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025

Stanford Hotel Busan
Toyoko Inn Busan Jungang Station

Toyoko Inn Busan Jungang Station

3 out of 5
125, Jungang-daero, Jung-gu, Busan, Busan
The price is AU$73 per night from 9 Oct to 10 Oct
AU$73
9 Oct - 10 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Busan. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"Room was clean, they provide towels and water every day, the breakfast is not continental (for those who are booking the hotel for breakfast option)"

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025

Toyoko Inn Busan Jungang Station
Crown Harbor Hotel Busan

Crown Harbor Hotel Busan

3.5 out of 5
114, Jungang-daero, Jung-gu, Busan, Busan
The price is AU$113 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$113
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Busan. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"The cafe on the first floor basically wasn’t selling any food at all, just drink, which was disappointing."

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

Crown Harbor Hotel Busan
Commodore Hotel Busan

Commodore Hotel Busan

3.5 out of 5
151, Junggu-ro, Jung-gu, Busan, Busan
The price is AU$91 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
AU$91
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Busan. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Safe, cleanliness. The only things I don’t like is that they don’t have the option of early checkin"

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

Commodore Hotel Busan
Griffin Bay Hotel

Griffin Bay Hotel

4 out of 5
6, Jagalchi-ro 59beon-gil, Busan
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The price is AU$67 per night from 15 Oct to 16 Oct
AU$67
15 Oct - 16 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Busan. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very Good! (264 reviews)
"Very well maintained."

Reviewed on 1 Sept 2025

Griffin Bay Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Jung-gu

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.

Jungang-dong
Jagalchi Fish Market featuring food and markets

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
Busan as well as an individual male

Choryang

4/5(2 area reviews)

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.

Choryang
Busan which includes signage

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.

Dong-gu
Gamcheon Culture Village which includes outdoor art

Saha

Saha is well liked for its beaches and monuments. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Dadaepo Beach and Eulsukdo Park are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Dangni Station or Hadan Station to get around.

Saha
Busan Citizens Park showing heritage elements, wild flowers and a garden

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 Lotte Department Store Busan Main Branch.

Seomyeon


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