Gukje Market (국제시장)

6.4Km 2025-10-23

Area of Sinchang-ro 4-ga, Jung-gu, Busan

The current marketplace of Gukje Market first formed after the liberation of Korea from the Japanese administration when people gathered to trade overseas products left by the Japanese and brought in by Koreans who came back from abroad. Following the Korean War, refugees who fled to Busan set up stalls in order to make a living by selling smuggled or imported products, which developed into Gukje Market (gukje meaning "international" in Korean) of today. Gukje Market is one of Korea’s largest markets and a testament to Korea's modern history. The market is divided into two wings, and first-timers to the market are advised to be careful not to get lost in the maze-like alleys and halls.

Bcent Hotel (비센트호텔)

6.5Km 2024-12-22

64 , Chungjang-daero 9beon-gil, Jung-gu, Busan

B.cent Hotel in Jungang-dong, Jung-gu, Busan, is a modern hotel offering sophisticated design and high-quality service. Rooms are spacious and pleasant with high-quality furniture and bedding. The hotel is adjacent to Busan Station, Busan Port Passenger Terminal and Gimhae Airport, making it convenient for both domestic and international travellers. The location also offers easy access to Busan shopping, culture, and tourist attractions.

HILLSIDE HOTEL / 힐사이드호텔

6.5Km 2025-03-05

160 , Junggu-ro, Jung-gu, Busan

Hillside Hotel in Busan is about 7 minutes by car from Busan Station, making it super-convenient for those arriving by train. Rooms are modern and comfortable, bedding is cozy and toilets are clean. A simple breakfast is provided free of charge, and there’s a convenience store on the hotel’s 1st floor. For those wanting to explore Busan, Yongdusan Park, Yeongdodaegyo Bridge, Jagalchi Market, PIFF Street, and the Movie Experience Museum are 5-7 minutes away by car.

Yangsanjip (양산집)

6.6Km 2024-12-26

부산광역시 중구 중구로47번길 30

A long-standing dwaeji gukbap restaurant beloved by both vendors and visitors of the Kkangtong Market. The restaurant is small, so it’s often necessary to wait for a seat. Despite this, it remains popular among regulars, who are more than willing to wait. The popular menu item is the suyuk baekban (boiled pork slices set menu), which includes soup, rice, and separately served boiled pork.

Bosu-dong Book Street Cultural Center(보수동 책방골목 문화관)

6.6Km 2023-01-09

8, Chaekbanggolmok-gil, Jung-gu, Busan

[The used bookstore that sells memories]
Bosu-dong Book Street has a unique background. It was formed after the independence of Korea (August 15) as a residential area in the empty place where the previous Gukje Market was demolished. Book stores began opening one-by-one and soon the street became known as Bosu-dong Book Street. The street is popular amongst booklovers for their used books as well as new books, and amongst travelers for the street’s unique atmosphere. Many young adults also frequent the street because there are many specialty shops for comic books. Every year, the Bosu-dong Culture Festival takes place and visitors can participate in events such as, make-your-own book cover, make-your-own book, and so on. The festival not only gives an opportunity to learn about the history of Bosu-dong Book Street, but have a good time as well.

Le IDEA Hotel Busan Station (르이데아호텔)

6.6Km 2024-12-22

16-10 , Jungang-daero 180beon-gil, Dong-gu, Busan

Leidea Hotel is a boutique hotel in Dong-gu, Busan. It has spacious rooms with large beds - some equipped with jacuzzis, and some with personal safes and closets for the convenience of long-stay residents. Rooms on the 5th floor and higher offer fine views of Hangdaegyo Bridge and the sea. The location is convenient for both transport - Busan station is nearby - and for visiting downtown Busan attractions such as Gukje Market, Jagalchi Market, Yongdusan Park and Taejongdae.

GnB HOTEL (지엔비호텔(GNB호텔))

6.6Km 2024-10-30

19 , Heukgyo-ro, Jung-gu, Busan

GnB Hotel is a large-scale hotel located 10 minutes' walk from Jagalchi Station on the Busan Subway. It offers a wide range of room types, including Standard, Deluxe, Suite, and Penthouse. Specifically, the Penthouse and Penthouse+ rooms, which are the pride of the hotel, feature whirlpool spas where you can relax after a long journey while taking in the scenery of downtown Busan. They are also equipped with an induction cooktop and kitchenware. The restaurant on the B1 floor serves breakfast. The business center on the first floor provides guests with free access to a printer and scanner.

Urigeulbang (우리글방)

6.6Km 2024-02-13

63 Daecheong-ro, Jung-gu, Busan

Urigeulbang, a venerable bookstore located in the renowned Bosu-dong Book Street in Busan, is celebrated for its trade in used books. This bookstore doubles as a book café, allowing visitors the unique experience of reading from its extensive collection while enjoying a cup of coffee or other beverages, without the obligation to purchase a book. The owner, an enthusiastic collector of used books, has amassed a vast array of old and rare editions, making it a treasure trove for bibliophiles. Adjacent to Urigeulbang is the Bosu-dong Book Street Cultural Center, where visitors have the opportunity to delve into the rich history of this unique bookstore alley.

Almond Hotel (아몬드호텔)

6.7Km 2024-12-22

12-5 , Jungang-daero 196beon-gil, Dong-gu, Busan

A five-minute walk from Busan Station and 1 km from the Busan Port Passenger Terminal, Hotel Almond is highly convenient for public transport and particularly popular with business travelers. Its spacious guestrooms are divided into ondol type and bedroom type rooms, and most of them come with a large bathtub. The hotel provies photocopying, printing, faxing and luggage storage services. Nearby tourist attractions include Choryangibagu-gil, Yongdusan Park, Bosu-dong Bookstore Alley, and Jagalchi Market.

Busan Chinatown Special Zone (부산 차이나타운특구(상해문.상해거리))

6.8Km 2022-10-24

1, Jungang-daero 179beon-gil, Dong-gu, Busan

Busan Chinatown, also known as Shanghai Street, offers visitors a chance to experience the past with old fashioned streets and Chinese songs playing from restaurants. Travelers can experience little China in the middle of Busan.

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