Visit Gwangan-dong
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
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.
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.
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.
Songjeong Beach
Enjoy swimming, surfing and live music events during the warm summer months at this quiet beach situated on Busan’s east coast.
Things to do
Busan's Cultural Wonders with Beach Train & Gamcheon Village etc
Authentic Busan Full-Day City Highlights Tour
Busan's Best: Sea Temples, Yacht Tour & Sky Capsule Day Tour
From Busan: Echoes of Silla Gyeongju Historical Day Tour
Echoes of Silla Gyeongju Historical Guided Day Tour from Busan
Top hotels in Gwangan-dong
Kent Hotel Gwangalli by Kensington
good
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Paradise Hotel Busan
Classic beauty, comfortable bed, cheap minibar, cimer spa is awesome!
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Signiel Busan
It was amazing experience! Food,room,service all excellent!
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Shilla Stay Busan Haeundae
The staff is nice, the room is clean. However, we think the laundry can be improved because it takes two tries to dry the clothes completely.
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Asti Hotel Busan Station
Very convenient location right next the the Busan train station and other conveniences in the area. We stayed in the family suite which had 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. Rooms/bathroom were clean and nice size for a family of four.
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Lotte Hotel Busan
Because of the centralized heating system of the hotel, we felt very warm and stuffy inside the room for the first 2 nights. The staff had to lend us an electric fan to use at night. Overall, the concierge team is helpful, specially the girl named Alex. There’s an outdoor pool but who would want ...
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Gwangan-dong
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.
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.
Yeonje-gu
Visitors to Yeonje-gu like its restaurants. Jump on the metro at City Hall Station or Mulmangol Station to see top sights like Busan Asiad Main Stadium while you're in the area.
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.
Haeundae
Haeundae Beach and Paradise Casino 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.
Busanjin
You might enjoy the shopping while in Busanjin. Bujeon Market is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Buam Station or Seomyeon Station to see more of the city.
