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40-step Culture & Tourism Theme Street (40계단 문화관광테마거리)

8.7Km    2023-02-21

Area of 40gyedan-gil, Jungang-gu, Jung-gu, Busan

The 40-step Culture & Tourism Theme Street is a 450-meter street leading up to the 40-step stairway of the '40-step Cultural Center' and continues to the Palseong Tour.
The time-honored 40-step stairway embodies the joys and sorrows of refugees and those displaced by the Korean War. The entire area has been recently renovated to reflect life in Korea in the 50s & 60s.
The 40-step Culture & Tourism Theme Street was designated 'The Best Street' by the Busan municipal government in June 2004.

Dong-A University Hospital (동아대학교병원)

9.0Km    2025-12-10

26 Daesingongwon-ro, Seo-gu, Busan

Dong-A University Hospital is a teaching hospital that conducts advanced clinical research and specialized medical care. As a university hospital integrating patient care, medical research, and education, it responds to the healthcare needs of the local community and provides high-quality medical services. It is also responsible for clinical training of medical students and the development of healthcare professionals, and operates a TRUST-based medical system founded on safety, research, communication, and technology as a tertiary general hospital.

HILLSIDE HOTEL / 힐사이드호텔

9.2Km    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.

Yeongdo Haenyeo Culture Exhibition Hall (영도해녀문화전시관)

9.5Km    2024-12-27

Yeongdo Haenyeo Culture Exhibition Hall is a two-story building with meaning and history Haenyeo on display. Haenyeo are women divers that dive for seafood without any equipments. 
The tradition of Haenyeo has become a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. First floor of the building consists Haenyeo seafood store that sells fresh seafood collected by the Haenyeos, while the second floor is an exhibition hall dedicated to Haenyeo.

Bcent Hotel (비센트호텔)

9.5Km    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.

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

9.6Km    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.

Ebagu Crafts Workshop (이바구공작소)

9.7Km    2025-01-17

14-13, Mangyang-ro 486beon-gil, Dong-gu, Busan

Ebagu Crafts Workshop was created as part of an urban regeneration project centered along Sanbok Road. The workshop serves as an archive center for the stories of local residents in Sanbok Road, and a new planned exhibition is held every two months. Personal collections, as well as the history of locals living in this district are well preserved, creating a warehouse of cultural resources for the future.

* Opening Date: March 6, 2013

Le IDEA Hotel Busan Station (르이데아호텔)

9.7Km    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.

Yeongdo Cheonghak Reservoir Observatory (영도 청학배수지 전망대)

9.7Km    2024-02-13

36 Wachi-ro, Yeongdo-gu, Busan

The observatory boasts stunning vistas of Busan's scenery. It is particularly renowned for the breathtaking night view of the Busan Port Bridge, making it a favorite spot for photography enthusiasts. Surrounding areas are well-equipped with a variety of exercise equipment, enhancing the outdoor experience. Additionally, visitors can explore the History Park, embark on the scenic Namparangil 2-course walking trail, or enjoy a leisurely walk or jog around the tranquil Bongnaesan Mountain.

168 Stairs (168계단)

9.7Km    2023-01-03

9, Yeongcho-gil 197beon-gil, Dong-gu, Busan

This is the fastest way to go downhill from Sanbok road to Busan port. The stairs are known to be as tall as a 6-story building and have exactly 168 steps. In the past, there used to be 3 wells located at the bottom of the stairs, which locals would wait in line to draw water when there was insufficient water, but now, there is only one well with drinking water.