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
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
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.
Things to do
South Korea: SEA LIFE Busan Standard Admission Ticket
Busan: Must Visit Spots with opt Guaranteed Sky Capsule Tour
Skyhub Lounge at Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
From Busan: Echoes of Silla Gyeongju Historical Day Tour
Busan Full-Day City Tour with Gamcheon Village, Sea Temple & more
Echoes of Silla Gyeongju Historical Guided Day Tour from Busan
Top hotels in Chinatown
Shilla Stay Busan Haeundae
Everything was amazing and perfect.
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Lotte Hotel Busan
Room is clean
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Signiel Busan
Luxury Hotel
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Toyoko Inn Busan Haeundae No.2
This was my 3rd stay at a toyoko inn in South Korea and I always appreciate the simplicity, cleanliness, breakfast and laundry facilities and of course the price!
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Paradise Hotel Busan
The service and property was perfect
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
L7 HAEUNDAE by LOTTE HOTELS
This hotel is located close to everthing you need and has everything. Comfy beds, nice views, close to shopping and restaurants and welove the rooftop pool. Will definitively be back!
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
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 Gwangbok-Dong 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 Seven Luck Casino.
