What to do in Busan

Activities, attractions and tours

Dongpirang Village featuring general coastal views, a house and a bay or harbor
Dongpirang Village featuring general coastal views, a house and a bay or harbor
Busan featuring a city, a bridge and landscape views
Chungnyeolsa featuring a park, wild flowers and heritage elements
Gwangalli Beach showing a skyscraper, general coastal views and a coastal town

Busan Attractions

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  • Busan is popular among adventurers similar to you. In fact, many travellers have been visiting Busan to learn about local history and find the top activities, and a good amount of these travellers can't wait to return. The most loved things to do can earn the curiosity of even experienced travellers, and one look at our list explains why. Our list includes a wide variety of culturally themed outings and opportunities for excitement. From the region's most talked about attractions like the Private Gyeongju UNESCO World Heritage Site Tour to unique ways to explore the best this area has to give like a Private Haeinsa Temple & Daegaya Museum Tour, there are plenty of possibilities to choose from when you browse through all the options available here at Expedia Canada.

It takes a game plan to best get the feel for Busan, especially when you intend to schedule in trips to museums and outdoor activities. And we know you don't plan to sleep all day—you're excited to get out and play. You cannot wait to cover the top activities around, and an exploration of historic city neighbourhoods is always time well spent. Our activities are the ideal way to organize your holiday. Book group tours on Expedia Canada, and you'll learn all about the city's history along the way.

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Top places to visit

1. Gwangalli Beach

Gwangalli Beach is an urban beach well-known for its fine sand and clean, swimmable water. It sits in an attractive bay while looking out across the Sea of Japan to a famous bridge. Gwangalli Beach is a hive of activity from early in the morning until long into the night. Find traditional Korean barbecue restaurants, a fish market, amusement park and concert stage.
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Gwangalli Beach showing a skyscraper, general coastal views and a coastal town

2. Haeundae Beach

On sunny days in July and August, Haeundae Beach is the most popular spot in Busan. Fields of colorful umbrellas line the entire 0.9-mile (1.5-kilometer) stretch. Masses of visitors float on bright yellow tubes. Regularly, more than 100,000 people come here each day during the summer. On particularly hot days, the beach has hosted up to a million sun worshipers, making it as much a place to people-watch as a place to swim.
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Haeundae Beach featuring a sandy beach, general coastal views and a city

3. Shinsegae Centum City

Shinsegae means “new world,” an appropriate description for this 14-floor, all-encompassing department store. Officially the largest department store in the world, Shinsegae Centum City offers the hottest brands, the finest foods and numerous entertainment and relaxation options.
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Shinsegae Centum City showing interior views

4. Songdo Beach

Join the city residents and tourists that escape the sweltering summer heat of downtown Busan at Songdo Beach. Created in 1913 and upgraded in the 2000s, Songdo Beach is Korea’s first public beach. The name Songdo means pine island and is a reference to pine forests that were once thought to flourish in the area. It presents a quieter coastal experience to Busan’s other beaches such as Gwangalli Beach and Haeundae Beach.
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Songdo Beach showing a bridge, a coastal town and a city

5. Songjeong Beach

Discover a relaxed coastal atmosphere at Songjeong Beach. Join the hordes of local families that come to relish in the beach’s calm water and gorgeous sand. Dabble in watersports, go fishing and be part of vibrant festivals. Songjeong Beach is the quieter and less commercial option to the nearby, developed resort of Haeundae Beach.
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Songjeong Beach showing surf, a sandy beach and general coastal views

6. Paradise Casino

Bet on blackjack or try the slots at Paradise Casino, one of Busan’s newest gambling establishments, not far from the sea-going pleasures of Haeundue Beach. After a day of sun and sand, relax with a game of baccarat while interacting with other visitors to Busan and South Korea.
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7. Dadaepo Beach

Dadaepo Beach is Busan’s most famous stretch of sand. Join locals at this delightful beach where the waters are shallow and gentle, there are plenty of facilities and the scenery is beautiful. There is also the rather impressive Dadaepo Sunset Fountain of Dream spectacle to enjoy too.
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Dadaepo Beach which includes general coastal views, a sandy beach and a sunset

8. Jagalchi Fish Market

Whether you’re in the mood for seafood or not, a walk through the Jagalchi Market is an enjoyable sensory experience. Visiting the sprawling multistory market is like exploring an aquarium without the glass walls. Octopi splash from buckets. Escaped fish flip on the pavement. However, there’s one important difference; everything at Jagalchi Market is destined to be someone’s meal. Jagalchi Market is the largest seafood market in South Korea. It will take an afternoon to fully explore. Be sure to tour both the outdoor section along the port and the indoor section in the massive market hall.
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Jagalchi Fish Market showing shopping and interior views as well as a small group of people

Recommended things to do in Busan

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What to do in Busan

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Gwangalli Beach showing a skyscraper, general coastal views and a coastal town

Gwangalli Beach

5/5(9 reviews)

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 featuring a coastal town and a beach

Haeundae Beach

4.5/5(27 reviews)

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 which includes a statue or sculpture, a fountain and heritage elements

Lotte Department Store Busan Main Branch

4.5/5(16 reviews)

During your visit to Busan, you can do some window-shopping at Lotte Department Store Busan Main Branch. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this culturally rich area.

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

Shinsegae Centum City

4/5(13 reviews)

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
Gukje Market in Busan

Nampodong Street

4.5/5(11 reviews)

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 showing a bridge, a coastal town and a city

Songdo Beach

4.5/5(3 reviews)

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

Songdo Beach
Songjeong Beach featuring a sandy beach, waves and general coastal views

Songjeong Beach

4.5/5(5 reviews)

Enjoy swimming, surfing and live music events during the warm summer months at this quiet beach situated on Busan’s east coast.

Songjeong Beach
Paradise Casino showing a city

Paradise Casino

4/5(3 reviews)

After a day on the beach, relax with table games and slot machines at a small casino near the area’s restaurants and bars, not far from the ocean.

Paradise Casino
Dadaepo Beach which includes general coastal views, a beach and outdoor art

Dadaepo Beach

4/5(1 review)

Head to Busan’s most popular beach for a day of swimming, building sand castles and watching the impressive musical fountain show.

Dadaepo Beach

Explore areas of Busan

Haeundae featuring a sunset, a skyscraper and general coastal views

Haeundae

4.5/5(37 area reviews)

Famous for its stunning beach, Haeundae also boasts the scenic Dalmaji Hill and Dongbaek Island. Enjoy shopping malls and movie theaters near Haeundae Station, with easy access via Busan Subway Line 2.

Haeundae
Busan Citizens Park which includes heritage elements, wild flowers and a garden

Seomyeon

Consider a visit to Seven Luck Casino 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
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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.

Nampo-dong
Jung District showing a bridge, a river or creek and night scenes

Jung-gu

5/5(10 area reviews)

Find important historical locations commemorating Korea’s fight for independence as well as traditional markets in this southern section of Busan.

Jung-gu
Busanjin featuring a lake or waterhole and wild flowers

Busanjin

4.5/5(18 area reviews)

For shopping in Busan, this part of the city is superb. You’ll find traditional markets and high-end shops along with food and entertainment.

Busanjin
Yeonje-Gu featuring a city and signage

Yeonje-gu

Korea’s ancient past and hyper-modern sensibilities come together in a somewhat underrated neighborhood that has a little bit of everything.

Yeonje-gu

 

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Day trip destinations from Busan

Colorful red suspended bridge and rocky cliffside coastline trees forest and at the beach park in Daewangam Ulsan South Korea during sunset

Ulsan

Changwon showing a river or creek and a small town or village

Changwon

Geoje showing a city

Geoje

PDXW48 Yangsan, South Korea - Aug 2, 2018 : Honglyongsa temple scene in Yangsan City

Yangsan

Busan featuring interior views, food and markets

Gupo

Busan featuring a bay or harbour as well as a small group of people

Cheongsapo Fishing Village

Frequently asked questions

Is Busan worth visiting?
Whether you're planning to experience the cultural highlights and local charm or sample unique foods and explore the outdoors, there are plenty of things to do in Busan.
How do I spend a day in Busan?
Begin your day with a visit to Songdo Beach and Seomyeon Street. Then, check out other parts of Busan for local restaurants and some retail therapy.
What is the top tourist attraction in Busan?
Songdo Beach is one of the top tourist attractions in Busan and should be high on every to-do list of the area.
Is three days enough to stay in Busan?
You can easily tick off leading attractions like Seomyeon Street, Oryukdo Skywalk and Gwangbokro Culture and Fashion Street with a three-day break in Busan. On average, most travellers book two days here. There's plenty to discover nearby too, so stay a little longer and head to Dong-gu.
Is Busan a walkable city?
With exciting neighbourhoods and major sights within walking distance of the city centre, Busan is a great place to explore on foot. Wander between Seomyeon Street and Samjung The Park. Then take a stroll around Seomyeon, located 3 kilometres from downtown, and Busanjin, which is roughly 3 kilometres away.
What are some activities to do in Busan with kids?
If you're looking for sights and activities for all of your group, take a look at these awesome ideas for what to do in Busan with kids.

What to do in Busan for adults?
Nampodong Street and Bosu-Dong Book Street are just a couple of the things to do in Busan. With plenty of activities available, there's something here for everyone.
Are there free things to do in Busan?
From relaxing in parks to strolling around hip neighbourhoods, it's a breeze to find free things to do in Busan. If you need new ideas, ask for tips from a local tour guide. Seomyeon Street is a great spot for anyone looking to save on their travel adventures.

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