Busan

Travel Guide

Dongpirang Village featuring general coastal views, a house and a bay or harbor
Busan featuring landscape views, a bridge and night scenes
Chungnyeolsa showing wildflowers, a park and heritage elements
Gwangalli Beach showing a coastal town, a sandy beach and general coastal views
Busan which includes outdoor eating and night scenes as well as a small group of people

Where to stay in Busan

Haeundae which includes general coastal views, a sunset and a coastal town

Haeundae

4.5/5(300 area reviews)

Famous for its stunning beach, Haeundae also boasts the scenic Dalmaji Hill and Dongbaek Island. Enjoy shopping malls and movie theaters near Haeundae Station, with easy access via Busan Subway Line 2.

Haeundae
Busan Citizens Park featuring heritage elements, a garden and wildflowers

Seomyeon

Consider a visit to Lotte Department Store Busan Main Branch and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Seomyeon. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Buam Station or Gaya Station.

Seomyeon
Jagalchi Fish Market showing 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
Jung District which includes a city, a river or creek and a bridge

Jung-gu

4.5/5(66 area reviews)

Travelers choose Jung-gu for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Jungang Station or Nampo Station and check out top sights like Busan Tower.

Jung-gu
Yeongdo which includes boating, a bay or harbor and general coastal views

Yeongdo

4.5/5(14 area reviews)

Located on Yeong Island, Yeongdo District boasts the Korea Maritime and Ocean University and the National Maritime Museum of Korea, offering a unique experience for travelers.

Yeongdo
Lovely night view in Busan, Korea.

Gwangan-dong

When in Gwangan-dong and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Gwangalli Beach or Shinsegae Centum City and hop on the metro to see more the city at Gwangan Station or Suyeong Station.

Gwangan-dong
Ananti at Busan Cove
Ananti at Busan Cove
5 out of 5
268-32, Gijanghaean-ro Gijang-eup, Busan
The price is AED 577 per night from Mar 17 to Mar 18
AED 577
AED 634 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Mar - 18 Mar
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Busan. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Haeundae Beach and Songjeong Beach are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Clean and quiet. Good for couple."

Reviewed on 18 February 2025

Ananti at Busan Cove
Signiel Busan
Signiel Busan
5 out of 5
30, Dalmaji-gil, Busan, Busan
The price is AED 683 per night from Mar 7 to Mar 8
AED 683
AED 831 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Mar - 8 Mar
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Busan. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)
"Honestly the best hotel experience I’ve had in my life. Everyone starting from the front door, lobby, lounge, house keeping, room service, etc. ABSOLUTELY know the meaning of guest service and experience. The icing on the cake was when the concierge will escort you all the way to your room and show ..."

Reviewed on 18 February 2025

Signiel Busan
Lotte Hotel Busan
Lotte Hotel Busan
5 out of 5
772, Gaya-daero, Busanjin-gu, Busan, Busan
The price is AED 453 per night from Mar 6 to Mar 7
AED 453
AED 548 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Mar - 7 Mar
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Busan. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,823 reviews)
Great experience in Busan
"Really nice hotel in a great part of Busan. The service team was exceptional. Hotel itself was very well maintained and there were so many things to see and do around. The sauna was awesome- has both steam and dry, and a cold bath. The club floor lounge had a great selection of drinks and food. It ..."

Reviewed on 26 February 2025

Lotte Hotel Busan
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
NEWCZ HAEUNDAE RESIDENCE
NEWCZ HAEUNDAE RESIDENCE
4 out of 5
30 Haeun-daero 570beon-gil, Haeundae-gu, Busan
Stay at this 4-star residence in Busan. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Gwangalli Beach and Haeundae Beach are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (135 reviews)
"Great place! I would definitely stay again on my next visit to Busan"

Reviewed on 12 January 2025

NEWCZ HAEUNDAE RESIDENCE
LCT Residence Y Collection
LCT Residence Y Collection
4.5 out of 5
30 Dalmaji-gil, Haeundae-gu, Busan
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury residence in Busan. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Gwangalli Beach and Haeundae Beach ...
9/10 Wonderful! (27 reviews)
Great Stay!
"The stay was good although the locks were spoiled. Smooth check in / out. Would recommend to stay."

Reviewed on 18 December 2024

LCT Residence Y Collection
NewCZ Osiria Residence
NewCZ Osiria Residence
4.5 out of 5
17 Dongbusangwangwang 7-ro Gijang-eup, Gijang-gun, Busan, Busan
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury residence in Busan. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a theme park shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Haeundae Beach and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (173 reviews)
"Enjoyed the stay in this centrally located property."

Reviewed on 9 January 2025

NewCZ Osiria Residence
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Busan

4.5
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
239
5 - Excellent 58%
4 - Good
144
4 - Good 35%
3 - Okay
25
3 - Okay 6%
2 - Disappointing
2
2 - Disappointing 0%
1 - Terrible
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1 - Terrible 0%

5/5 - Excellent

Dennis

Best city in South Korea

5/5 - Excellent

Ness

A lot of great places to visit. A variety of food. It's a city surrounded by beautiful mountains and located right next to the ocean. There are plenty of nice beaches to visit, such as Songjung where you can surf as well.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Lots of good foods, awesome options of public transportation, easy access to everything you can imagine. The city offered a nice comfortable atmosphere for travelers to find everything they want easy.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Still my favorite city in the WORLD!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Busan offers tons of great foods in a reasonable price, super friendly people, and the area has a feel like I’m back in Seoul 20 years ago; people are still friendly and traditional markets are packed with so much foods and goods!!!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

So much culture. And the light festival was very pretty.