Dong-gu Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A densely populated cityscape with numerous high-rise buildings and a mix of traditional and modern architecture.
A staircase with metal railings, brick walls, and a wooden ceiling.
A roller coaster track, a brick building, and a sign with Korean text.
A signpost with directions to Ebagu Workshop and Dangsang (or Village Guardian), with distances marked.
A person walking down a narrow stairway lined with green flower pots.

Stay near popular Dong-gu attractions

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.
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Activities

From Busan: Gyeongju Ancient Legacy Full Day Guided Tour

From Busan: Gyeongju Ancient Legacy Full Day Guided Tour

NZ$43
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Busan: Gyeongju Ancient Legacy Full Day Guided Tour
Busan: Gyeongju Guided Day Trip to Three Kingdoms Capital

Busan: Gyeongju Guided Day Trip to Three Kingdoms Capital

NZ$42
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Busan: Gyeongju Guided Day Trip to Three Kingdoms Capital
Busan City Top Attractions Tour with Haeundae Blueline Park

Busan City Top Attractions Tour with Haeundae Blueline Park

NZ$61
per adult
Busan City Top Attractions Tour with Haeundae Blueline Park
Busan Small Group Guaranteed Sky Capsule with Door To Door Pickup

Busan Small Group Guaranteed Sky Capsule with Door To Door Pickup

NZ$153
per adult
Busan Small Group Guaranteed Sky Capsule with Door To Door Pickup
Gyeongju UNESCO World Heritage Site

Private Gyeongju UNESCO World Heritage Site Tour

NZ$982
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Private Gyeongju UNESCO World Heritage Site Tour
Picture 3 for Activity Busan: Coastal Wonders & Cultural Gems Tour opt. Sky Capsule

Busan: Top Coastal Highlights with Sky Capsule Full Day Tour

NZ$58
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Busan: Top Coastal Highlights with Sky Capsule Full Day Tour
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Our pick of the best Dong-gu Hotel Deals

Toyoko Inn Busan Station No.1

Toyoko Inn Busan Station No.1

2 out of 5
12, Jungang-daero 196beon-gil, Dong-gu Busan Busan
The price is NZ$106 per night from 11 Nov to 12 Nov
NZ$106
11 Nov - 12 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Busan. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,425 reviews)
"Room was clean and bed was comfortable. Very close to Busan Station. Lots of shops nearby and easy for transport via subway or buses. Staff were friendly and spoke English."

Reviewed on 9 Nov 2026

Toyoko Inn Busan Station No.1
Busan station city hotel

Busan station city hotel

2 out of 5
294, Jungang-daero, Dong-gu Busan
The price is NZ$85 per night from 12 Nov to 13 Nov
NZ$85
12 Nov - 13 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Busan. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (344 reviews)
"The room didn’t have anything to hang things on. The bathroom has no counter space. The property has a strong musty and moldy smell throughout. The hallway was dirty with stains all over the floor. The only good thing was the proximity to the Busan train station."

Reviewed on 7 Nov 2026

Busan station city hotel
Ramada Encore by Wyndham Busan Station

Ramada Encore by Wyndham Busan Station

4 out of 5
10, Jungang-daero 196 beon-gil, Dong-gu Busan
The price is NZ$149 per night from 2 Dec to 3 Dec
NZ$149
2 Dec - 3 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Busan. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"great location"

Reviewed on 8 Nov 2026

Ramada Encore by Wyndham Busan Station
Hound Hotel Busan Station

Hound Hotel Busan Station

2.5 out of 5
9, Jungang-daero 236beon-gil, Dong-gu Busan PUS
The price is NZ$157 per night from 27 Nov to 28 Nov
NZ$157
27 Nov - 28 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Busan. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and private hot tubs. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (683 reviews)
"Super convenient location in Busan. Steps from buses and trains to get you anywhere in town."

Reviewed on 7 Nov 2026

Hound Hotel Busan Station
Asti Hotel Busan Station

Asti Hotel Busan Station

4 out of 5
7, Jungang-daero 214beon-gil Busan
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$164 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
NZ$164
1 Dec - 2 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Busan. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,311 reviews)
"Location right next to Busan station was very convenient. The ocean view was worth it and the room was quiet and clean. We had difficulty adjusting the room temperature and the lighting in vanity area was too dim."

Reviewed on 6 Nov 2026

Asti Hotel Busan Station
Busan View Hotel Busan Station

Busan View Hotel Busan Station

16-10, Jungang-daero 196beon-gil Busan
The price is NZ$61 per night from 10 Nov to 11 Nov
NZ$61
10 Nov - 11 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Busan. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Lotte Department Store Busan Main Branch and Gwangalli ...
7.8/10 Good! (778 reviews)
"They are very stingy when it comes to customer service, and they don't have a professional attitude toward their jobs."

Reviewed on 8 Nov 2026

Busan View Hotel Busan Station
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Our guide on where to stay in Dong-gu

Find the best Dong-gu areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Dong-gu
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A beach with steps leading down to the shore, palm trees, and modern buildings in the background.

Haeundae

Haeundae Beach and Haeundae Traditional Market are top sights in Haeundae, and you should be sure to explore the stunning beaches. Hop aboard the metro at Haeundae Station or Jung-dong Station to see more sights in the area.

A staircase with red and blue lanterns, a lion statue, and a stone railing.

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.

A traditional pavilion with red pillars and a white tower in the background.

Nampo-dong

Shopping and seafood restaurants are highlights of Nampo-dong. Make a stop by Jagalchi Fish Market or Gwangbokro Culture and Fashion Street while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Jangalchi Station to get around town.

A nighttime view of a bridge with two towers and a lit roadway.

Yeongdo

You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Yeongdo. You might want to make time for a stop at Taejongdae Park or Korea National Maritime Museum.

A traditional Korean pavilion with a tall white tower, surrounded by trees and a clear blue sky.

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.

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