Chinatown
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
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.
Nampodong Street
You can browse for souvenirs when you visit Nampodong Street, a popular shopping spot in Busan. 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
Busan Full-Day City Tour with Gamcheon Village, Sea Temple & more
From Busan: Gyeongju UNESCO World Heritage Guided Day Tour
Sunset Haeundae Sky Capsule and Busan Night view Tour from Busan
Busan: Must Visit Spots with opt Guaranteed Sky Capsule Tour
Echoes of Silla Gyeongju Historical Guided Day Tour from Busan
Busan: Geoje Coastal Escape, Sea Breeze, Oedo Botania Island
Top hotels in Chinatown
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
Paradise Hotel Busan
Very nice accommodations and courteous staff. They were all kind and eager to help. Our 2 rooms experienced cooling issues and were a little warm a couple of nights, but not bad, especially since it was cool outside. There was a little difficulty explaining this to lobby attendants due to the language ...
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Lotte Hotel Busan
Clean room, beautiful expansive view of the city, varied choices for breakfast, excellent staff. Shout out to the young lady in concierge desk who helped us plan our Busan day- Thank you for your patience and practical help including writing down the names in Korean of the places we wished to ...
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
Signiel Busan
Clean room, nice staff, good amenities,
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Toyoko Inn Busan Haeundae No.2
The room was large, by Korean standards. It even had a small bathtub! We had a beautiful view of the beach, which was a short walk from our room. There was easy access to Gamcheon Village by bus. Breakfast had a large variety of hot, delicious foods.
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Avani Central Busan
Room was big and very clean!
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Chinatown
Choryang
Choryang is well liked for its monuments and waterfront. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Choryang Ibagu-gil Road and 168 Stairs 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, Choryang Ibagu-gil Road and 168 Stairs 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 Nampodong Street 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 Nampodong Street or Jagalchi Fish Market 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 Lotte Department Store Busan Main Branch.
