Gwangan-dong

Busan

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Popular places to visit

Gwangalli Beach which includes a coastal town, a skyscraper and general coastal views

Gwangalli Beach

Swim in the calm water of a sheltered bay, dine at waterfront seafood bars and see uninterrupted views of Gwangan Bridge.

Gwangalli Beach
Haeundae Beach showing a beach and a coastal town

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.

Haeundae Beach
Lotte Department Store Busan Main Branch

Lotte Department Store Busan Main Branch

You can enjoy some retail therapy with a trip to Lotte Department Store Busan Main Branch, a popular shopping spot in Busan. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this culturally rich area.

Lotte Department Store Busan Main Branch
Shinsegae Centum City showing interior views and shopping

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.

Shinsegae Centum City
Nampodong Street

Nampodong Street

During your trip to Busan, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Nampodong Street. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this culturally rich area.

Nampodong Street
Songdo Beach featuring a coastal town, general coastal views and a sandy beach

Songdo Beach

Fine golden sand, lively restaurants, a sky walk and lively music festivals make this a popular beach in southern Busan.

Songdo Beach

Things to do

Busan: Coastal Wonders & Cultural Gems Tour with Sky Capsule

Busan: Coastal Wonders & Cultural Gems Tour opt. Sky Capsule

P1,801
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Busan: Coastal Wonders & Cultural Gems Tour opt. Sky Capsule
Old Korea Thousand History Tour of Gyeongju from Busan

Old Korea Thousand History Tour of Gyeongju from Busan

P3
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Old Korea Thousand History Tour of Gyeongju from Busan
Busan: Group Sightseeing Yacht Cruise with Snacks and Drinks

Busan: Group Sightseeing Yacht Cruise with Snacks and Drinks

P1,437
per adult
Busan: Group Sightseeing Yacht Cruise with Snacks and Drinks
2-Day Customized Tour: Busan and Gyeongju Highlights

2-Day Busan and Gyeongju Highlights

P18,808
per adult
2-Day Busan and Gyeongju Highlights
Busan: Gyeongju Guided Day Trip to Three Kingdoms Capital

Busan: Gyeongju Guided Day Trip to Three Kingdoms Capital

P3,249
per adult
Busan: Gyeongju Guided Day Trip to Three Kingdoms Capital
Busan: Sunset Haeundae Sky Capsule & Busan Night Views Tour

Busan: Sunset Haeundae Sky Capsule & Busan Night Views Tour

P3,152
per adult
Busan: Sunset Haeundae Sky Capsule & Busan Night Views Tour
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Top hotels in Gwangan-dong

Kent Hotel Gwangalli by Kensington

Kent Hotel Gwangalli by Kensington

3.5 out of 5
229, Gwanganhaebyeon-ro, Suyeong-gu, Busan
The price is P4,121 per night from Sep 29 to Sep 30
P4,121
P4,533 total
Sep 29 - Sep 30
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Busan. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (987 reviews)
"Personal preference only, the mattress was on the harder side which wasn't as comfortable for me. Otherwise, this would have been closer to a 5 than 4."

Reviewed on Jun 22, 2025

Kent Hotel Gwangalli by Kensington
Lotte Hotel Busan

Lotte Hotel Busan

5 out of 5
772, Gaya-daero, Busanjin-gu, Busan, Busan
The price is P6,600 per night from Oct 12 to Oct 13
P6,600
P7,986 total
Oct 12 - Oct 13
includes taxes & fees
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! (2,008 reviews)
"Brilliant sauna"

Reviewed on Sep 20, 2025

Lotte Hotel Busan
Ananti at Busan Cove

Ananti at Busan Cove

5 out of 5
268-32, Gijanghaean-ro Gijang-eup, Busan
The price is P11,849 per night from Oct 13 to Oct 14
P11,849
P13,034 total
Oct 13 - Oct 14
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Busan. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Haeundae Beach and Songjeong Beach are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
"Nice hotel with good accommodations, but hallways and rugs are beat up. The location of the hotel is extremely inconvenient."

Reviewed on Sep 19, 2025

Ananti at Busan Cove
Signiel Busan

Signiel Busan

5 out of 5
30, Dalmaji-gil, Busan, Busan
The price is P12,374 per night from Oct 13 to Oct 14
P12,374
P14,973 total
Oct 13 - Oct 14
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,009 reviews)
"Spectacular hotel experience worth every penny. I look forward to returning."

Reviewed on Sep 22, 2025

Signiel Busan
Toyoko Inn Busan Haeundae No.2

Toyoko Inn Busan Haeundae No.2

2.5 out of 5
5, Haeundaehaebyeon-ro 237beon-gil, Haeundae-gu, Busan
The price is P2,868 per night from Sep 29 to Sep 30
P2,868
P3,154 total
Sep 29 - Sep 30
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Busan. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,170 reviews)
"Excelente servicio, las empleadas muy amables y serviciales, el desayuno muy bueno y siempre a tiempo, el hotel muy fácil de llegar, siempre limpio y con mucha variedad de tiendas de conveniencia y restaurantes a su alrededor, en fin si vuelvo a Busan definitivamente volvería a quedarme aquí"

Reviewed on Sep 22, 2025

Toyoko Inn Busan Haeundae No.2
Paradise Hotel Busan

Paradise Hotel Busan

5 out of 5
296, Haeundaehaebyeon-ro, Haeundae-gu, Busan, Busan
The price is P9,487 per night from Oct 13 to Oct 14
P9,487
P11,479 total
Oct 13 - Oct 14
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Busan. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,435 reviews)
"Great!"

Reviewed on Sep 21, 2025

Paradise Hotel Busan
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Other neighbourhoods around Gwangan-dong

Gwangalli Beach which includes a coastal town, general coastal views and a city

Suyeong-gu

Noted for its beaches and bars, there's plenty to explore in Suyeong-gu. Top attractions like Gwangalli Beach and Gwangan Grand Bridge are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Gwangan Station or Suyeong Station to see more of the city.

Suyeong-gu
Gwangalli Beach featuring a city, a sandy beach and a bridge

Millak-dong

Discover Millak-dong, memorable for its beaches. Popular attractions in Millak-dong include Gwangalli Beach and Millak Waterfront Park, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at Millak Station.

Millak-dong
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Daeyeon-dong

If you're spending time in Daeyeon-dong, check out sights like Busan Museum or United Nations Peace Park and hop on the metro to see more the city at Daeyeon Station or Kyungsung University- Pukyong National University Station.

Daeyeon-dong
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Yeonsan

During your stop in Yeonsan, check out the restaurants, and jump on the metro at Yeonsan Station to see more of the surrounding area.

Yeonsan
Haeundae showing general coastal views, a city and landscape views

Haeundae

5/5(2 area reviews)

Travelers love Haeundae for its stunning beaches, and you can see more of Busan by jumping on the metro at Haeundae Station or Jung-dong Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Haeundae Beach and Paradise Casino.

Haeundae
Busanjin which includes a lake or waterhole and wildflowers

Busanjin

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

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.

Busanjin

Gwangan-dong