Dong-gu
Popular places to visit
168 Stairs
Leading from the Busan Port to Sanbok Road, this steep staircase is as high as a six-storey building and you’re invited to climb it.
Gwangalli Beach
Swim in the calm water of a sheltered bay, dine at waterfront seafood bars and see uninterrupted views of Gwangan Bridge.
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.
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.
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.
Songjeong Beach
Enjoy swimming, surfing and live music events during the warm summer months at this quiet beach situated on Busan’s east coast.
Things to do
Busan: Gyeongju UNESCO World Heritage Guided Day Tour
Full-Day Tour Unmissable things to do in Busan
Busan's Coastal Charm & Culture: Sky Capsule and Gamcheon Village
Old Korea Thousand History Tour of Gyeongju from Busan
4-Day Customized Private Tour in Busan+ Gyeongju+ Geoje and so on
From Busan: Enchanting Oedo Botania Day Tour with Wind Hill
Top hotels in Dong-gu
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Other neighbourhoods around Dong-gu
Choryang
Choryang is well liked for its monuments and waterfront. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Choryang Market and Choryang Ibagu-gil Road 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.
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.
Busanjin
You might enjoy the shopping while in Busanjin. Lotte Department Store Busan Main Branch is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Buam Station or Seomyeon Station to see more of the city.
Sasang-gu
Get to know Sasang-gu and its many features like its seaside views and riverfront. You might want to explore sights like Samnak Eco Park and Banpo Plaza Bowling Center, and you can jump on the metro at Gamjeon Station or Jurye Station to get around the city.