168 Stairs (168계단)

584.0M 2023-01-03

9, Yeongcho-gil 197beon-gil, Dong-gu, Busan
+82-51-253-8253

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.

HILLSIDE HOTEL / 힐사이드호텔

690.7M 2025-03-05

160 , Junggu-ro, Jung-gu, Busan
+82-51-464-0443

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.

Ebagu Crafts Workshop (이바구공작소)

699.7M 2025-01-17

14-13, Mangyang-ro 486beon-gil, Dong-gu, Busan
+82-51-468-0289

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

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

1.2Km 2023-02-21

Area of 40gyedan-gil, Jungang-gu, Jung-gu, Busan
+82-51-600-4046

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.

Busan Modern & Contemporary History Museum - Main Building (부산근현대역사관 본관)

1.5Km 2025-08-04

112 Daecheong-ro, Jung-gu, Busan

Busan Modern & Contemporary Museum showcases the evolving identity of Busan through various exhibitions and programs. Housed in the former Bank of Korea Headquarters building, the museum's main building is a first-generation Korean architectural building. It features exhibitions and performances by young artists on the basement floor, and houses the Bank of Korea archive room, a café, a lounge and a gift shop on the first floor. The second floor is dedicated to special exhibitions, while the third and fourth floors offer educational spaces and historical exhibitions that trace Busan’s changing identity from the turbulent colonial period to the present day, offering visitors a meaningful glimpse into modern Korean history.

Busan Museum of Movies (부산영화체험박물관)

1.5Km 2025-10-24

12 Daecheong-ro 126beon-gil, Jung-gu, Busan
+82-51-715-4200

The Busan Museum of Movies is Korea's first exhibition & experience space dedicated to films. Visitors can learn more about the process of making movies, as well as the history and future of the filming industry.

Central Park Hotel (센트럴파크 호텔)

1.6Km 2024-08-01

20 , Haegwan-ro, Jung-gu, Busan
+82-51-243-8001

The Central Park Hotel in Jung-gu, Busan, offers rooms with sea views and an indoor terrace next to the elevator - a kind of secret space. There is a car lift parking facility, Busan travel information is available in the lobby, and staff are available 24-hours to help travelers with luggage, etc. The hotel is within easy reach of downtown Busan sites such as Yongdusan Park, Gongbokro Fashion Street, Changseon-dong Food Alley, Bupyeong Jokbal Alley, and BIFF Street.

HOTEL CONT[Korea Quality]/ 호텔콘트(HOTEL CONT)[한국관광 품질인증]

1.6Km 2024-07-11

(48949) 12, Yongdusan-gil, Jung-gu, Busan
+82-51-244-0088

Located beneath Busan’s Yongdusan Park, HOTEL CONT is a boutique hotel that aims to deliver “a space with content,” where artists and designers bring together various projects and contents, and people gather naturally. A total of 38 rooms with distinct concepts are furnished with a crisp white-toned interior using various materials like concrete blocks and marble, creating a unique and stable atmosphere. Rooms include the basic Standard and Superior Double; Deluxe Terrace, which allows guests to enjoy Busan’s view at night; Family Suite with a large dining space; Dining Suite with an island table for parties; and Spa Suite, with a large bathtub. Roof Suite, the signature room of HOTEL CONT, has a unique atmosphere, thanks to the natural lighting from the ceiling. It is furnished with a living room, dining room, and a terrace with a view of Yongdusan Park, making it ideal for parties. Comfortable sofas offer a respite for the travelers from their busy schedule, and the hotel also offers different pillows for the guests to choose from. All rooms are offered with free Wi-Fi and valet services, and a breakfast of croissant sandwich and coffee may be purchased. Airport limousine bus service brings the guest to a stop nearby, and Busan Metro stations Jungang, Nampo, and Jagalchi Stations are 5–15 min walk away. Its proximity to Yongdusan Park and the restaurants of Nampo-dong and Jagalchi Market makes it a great place for travelers planning to explore Busan on foot.

Busan Tower (부산타워)

1.6Km 2025-08-06

37-30 Yongdusan-gil, Jung-gu, Busan
+82-51-601-1800

Busan Tower, standing at 120 meters tall, is an iconic observation tower situated in Busan's Yongdusan Park. This tower offers visitors panoramic views of Busan Port and Yeongdo Island. A highlight is the nightly fireworks mapping show, where graphical displays are projected onto the windows, creating a mesmerizing backdrop against the colorful night view of Busan Port Bridge. The lower floor of the tower is a haven of amusement, themed around a flying submarine. On the second floor, visitors will find a photo zone and rooms decorated with themes representing famous travel destinations in Busan.

Busan Jung-gu Pet Festival (부산중구반려동물축제)

1.6Km 2025-11-05

37-30 Yongdusan-gil, Jung-gu, Busan
+82-70-8893-2437

Busan Jung-gu Pet Festival is a pet cultural event featuring various programs such as walking programs, health consultations, and behavior training programs that pets and their owners can participate in together. The event aims to spread the culture of responsible pet ownership and revitalize the local pet industry.

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