Choryang

Busan
Busan featuring landscape views and a city
Follow this neighborhood’s Story Way to see its main highlights and enjoy the stunning vistas of the Busan Port from the top of the hill.

Choryang, in the gu (district) of Dong, was first established by refugees who fled here during the Korean War. These displaced families just kept adding small dwellings to the hill until it was completely covered and became a community of its own.

The name of its main road, Ibagu-gil, means “Story Way” in the local Gyeongsang dialect. Exhibits on the Gallery Wall along the way show the history of this still humble-looking area.

The road takes you inland from Busan Station, near the Port of Busan, and up the hill. The mountain village of Choryang’s most famous attraction is the 168 Stairs. This narrow and steep staircase takes you from sea level all the way up to Sanbok-doro (Mountainside Road).

It’s a big climb with as many steps as its name suggests, so bring bottled water and wear good shoes. Those who can’t climb as high can cheat a little and take the monorail up. As you can imagine, this relatively new addition to the streetscape was welcomed by the locals and tourists alike.

This vista and the end of the 168 Stairs is especially romantic at night when the city’s skyline and bridges are lit up by thousands of lights.

After walking the 168 Stairs back down at your leisure, browse the Choryang Ibagu Night Market for street food from the South Korean, Japanese and Taiwanese cultures. This market is held each evening at the Choryang Traditional Market. If you are visiting by day, have a picnic in Busan Jungang Park instead.

The port is home to a wide range of seafood restaurants that cater for all budgets. Order sushi rolls, sashimi dishes, scallion pancakes or grilled clams or find a place that offers an all-you-can eat buffet.

The high-speed KTX train connects the capital Seoul to nearby Busan Station, from where you should take exit 7 to get there fastest. If you arrive via the Busan Port International Passenger Terminal, it’s best to take a taxi.


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Asti Hotel Busan Station
Asti Hotel Busan Station
4 out of 5
7, Jungang-daero 214beon-gil, Dong-gu, Busan
The price is CA $91 per night from Jun. 10 to Jun. 11
CA $91
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Toyoko Inn Busan Station No.1
Toyoko Inn Busan Station No.1
3 out of 5
12, Jungang-daero 196beon-gil, Dong-gu, Dong-gu, Busan, Busan
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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
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2.5 out of 5
9, Jungang-daero 236beon-gil, Dong-gu, Busan, PUS
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Notte La Mia
3 out of 5
265, Daeyeong-ro, Dong-gu, Busan
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3.5 out of 5
6, Jungang-daero 296beon-gil, Dong-gu, Busan, Busan
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Other neighbourhoods around Choryang

Busan which includes signage

Dong-gu

The mountain views and monuments are just a few things visitors like about Dong-gu. Busan Citizens' Hall and Choryang Market are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Choryang Station or Busan Subway Station to get around the larger area.

Dong-gu
Jung District which includes a city, a river or creek and a bridge

Jung-gu

5/5(10 area reviews)

Travelers choose Jung-gu for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Jungang Station or Nampo Station and check out top sights like Busan Tower.

Jung-gu

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.

Jungang-dong
Busan Citizens Park featuring heritage elements, a garden and wildflowers

Seomyeon

Consider a visit to Lotte Department Store Busan Main Branch and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Seomyeon. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Buam Station or Gaya Station.

Seomyeon
Busanjin which includes wildflowers and a lake or waterhole

Busanjin

4.5/5(18 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
Old and new

Sasang-gu

Get to know Sasang-gu and its many features like its seaside views and riverfront. You might want to explore sights like Samnak Eco Park and Banpo Plaza Bowling Center, and you can jump on the metro at Gamjeon Station or Jurye Station to get around the city.

Sasang-gu

Choryang

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