Chinatown Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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
Join the crowds of locals and tourists who come for the views, the fresh ocean air and refreshing dips in the water off Korea’s most famous beach.
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.
Shinsegae Centum City
Browse a huge range of fine fashion and then go ice skating, sample gourmet foods or relax with a spa treatment in the world’s largest department store.
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.
Activities
Busan Full-Day City Tour with Gamcheon Village, Sea Temple & more
Busan: Must Visit Spots with opt Guaranteed Sky Capsule Tour
Cruise Layover : Small Group Busan Highlight Day Tour
Busan's Best: Sea Temples, Yacht Tour & Sky Capsule Day Tour
Echoes of Silla Gyeongju Historical Guided Day Tour from Busan
Busan: Geoje Coastal Escape, Sea Breeze, Oedo Botania Island
Our pick of the best Chinatown Hotel Deals
Signiel Busan
The crew was kind and gentle. The facility was clean and comfortable.
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
Lavide Atlan Hotel 2
Good location as it was closed to the Haeundae Station and the beach. Our room has the ocean view which we can watch sunrise just from our room.
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Paradise Hotel Busan
Room was getting tired looking
Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026
Shilla Stay Busan Haeundae
All services was very satisfied, esp. the location of hotel mad my journey comfortable. I would recommend to take ocean view room!
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
Avani Central Busan
Room was big and very clean!
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
NewCZ Haeundae Residence
Clean
Reviewed on 29 Jan 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.
