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 Seven Luck Casino 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
Busan which includes signage

Dong-gu

The mountain views and monuments are just a few things visitors like about Dong-gu. 168 Stairs and Busan Citizens' Hall are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Choryang Station or Busan Subway Station to get around the larger area.

Dong-gu
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
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
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
Lotte Hotel Busan
Lotte Hotel Busan
5 out of 5
772, Gaya-daero, Busanjin-gu, Busan, Busan
The price is SAR 447 per night from Apr 28 to Apr 29
SAR 447
SAR 540 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Apr - 29 Apr
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! (1,881 reviews)
"So much happening around this location... Great amenities, shopping, etc. There aren't enough vegetarian options in the hotel restaurants. Hotel is slightly far away from the train station."

Reviewed on 19 April 2025

Lotte Hotel Busan
Shilla Stay Haeundae BEXCO
Shilla Stay Haeundae BEXCO
4 out of 5
46, Haeun-daero 570beon-gil, Haeundae-gu, Busan
The price is SAR 312 per night from May 6 to May 7
SAR 312
SAR 343 total
includes taxes & fees
6 May - 7 May
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Busan. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,680 reviews)
"nice property and staff"

Reviewed on 22 April 2025

Shilla Stay Haeundae BEXCO
Signiel Busan
Signiel Busan
5 out of 5
30, Dalmaji-gil, Busan, Busan
The price is SAR 658 per night from May 19 to May 20
SAR 658
SAR 802 total
includes taxes & fees
19 May - 20 May
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! (1,014 reviews)
"Love the area and service ! View is unbelievable"

Reviewed on 21 April 2025

Signiel 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 Haeundae Beach and Gwangalli Beach are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (209 reviews)
Great stay, clean room and very well located
"Great place to stay in Busan. Conveniently located within walking distance of Hanueda Beach and everything else you could be needed. Will stay here again when. In Busan."

Reviewed on 16 April 2025

NEWCZ HAEUNDAE RESIDENCE
LCT Residence Y Collection
LCT Residence Y Collection
4 out of 5
30 Dalmaji-gil, Haeundae-gu, Busan
Stay at this 4-star residence in Busan. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private hot tubs. Popular attractions Haeundae Beach and Gwangalli Beach are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (29 reviews)
"Planty of room for large family"

Reviewed on 1 April 2025

LCT Residence Y Collection
Urbanstay Seomyeon
Urbanstay Seomyeon
3 out of 5
752, Jungang-daero, Busanjin-gu, Busan
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Busan. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Gwangalli Beach and Haeundae Beach ...
"Nice cozy place to stay. It is close to the station which makes it accessible."

Reviewed on 7 December 2024

Urbanstay Seomyeon
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
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2 - Disappointing 0%
1 - Terrible
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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.