Chinatown Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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
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
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
Experience the world’s biggest department store, complete with big brand shops, boutique stores, a diverse food hall, spa complex and golf driving range.
Dadaepo Beach
Head to Busan’s most popular beach for a day of swimming, building sand castles and watching the impressive musical fountain show.
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.
Activities
Busan: Coastal Wonders & Cultural Gems Tour opt. Sky Capsule
Busan city tour from Seoul by KTX bullet train
Busan: Group Sightseeing Yacht Cruise with Snacks and Drinks
Busan: Gamcheon Village and Haeundae Blueline Park Tour
South Korea: SK Telecom Unlimited Data Pocket WiFi
Our pick of the best Chinatown Hotel Deals
Ananti at Busan Cove
Reviewed on 9 Jul. 2025
Lotte Hotel Busan
Reviewed on 20 Jul. 2025
Shilla Stay Busan Haeundae
Reviewed on 18 Jul. 2025
Ananti At Busan Village
Reviewed on 14 Jul. 2025
Toyoko Inn Busan Haeundae No.2
Reviewed on 18 Jul. 2025
NEWCZ HAEUNDAE RESIDENCE
Reviewed on 18 Jul. 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.
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.
- Gwangalli Beach
- Haeundae Beach
- Shinsegae Centum City
- Dadaepo Beach
- Nampodong Street
- Jagalchi Fish Market
- Songjeong Beach
- Paradise Casino
- Gukje Market
- Busan Exhibition and Convention Center
- Gimhae Lotte Water Park
- BIFF Square
- Seomyeon Street
- Taejongdae Park
- Busan Tower
- The Bay 101
- Busan New Port
- Dalmaji Hill
- Sajik Baseball Stadium
- Yongdusan Park
- Dadaepo Sunset Fountain of Dream
- Pusan National University