Places to visit in Dong-gu

• Mangyang-ro Hillside Road Exhibition Hall

  The hall exhibits the modern history and everyday life of residents along the hillside roads, and runs hands-on programs such as making cultural houses.

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• 168 The Deck

  An outdoor movie theater that uses a large screen and headsets.

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• Myeongran Brand Lab

  This space was created as part of an effort to promote food tourism in the region through a brand built around myeongran, or salted pollock roe.

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• Manhwa Cafe

  Take a balloon-style VR tour over the hillside roads and North Port across Dong-gu, and read webtoons.

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• Jwacheon Cave

  This cave in Jwacheon-dong served as an air raid shelter during the Japanese colonial period and as a refuge during the Korean War.

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• An Yong-bok Memorial Busan Port Opening Culture Center

  The center commemorates the opening of Busan Port and honors General An Yong-bok, who defended Dokdo.

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• Manhwa Experience Center

  This experience center is located on Webtoon Street, which was created to offer visitors things to see and support traditional markets.

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• Shaoxing Hall (Korea-China Friendship Center)

  The hall was created to mark a friendship agreement between Shaoxing City and Dong-gu. You can try on hanbok and qipao.

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• Yu Chi-hwan's Postbox

  Built in memory of poet Cheongma Yu Chi-hwan, this spot is known for its slow postbox on the third floor.

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• Kim Min-bu Observatory

  This observatory honors poet Kim Min-bu, who was born in Dong-gu, Busan. It is now used as a space for youth startups.

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• 168 Stairs Visitor Facilities

  Located near the monorail station for the 168 Stairs, this facility is now used as a space for youth startups.

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• Ibagu Recharge Station

  It overlooks Choryang's 168 Stairs and is located at the upper end of the inclined elevator. It is now used as a space for youth startups.

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• Jang Gi-ryeo Sharing Center

  The center honors physician Jang Gi-ryeo and his life of sharing. Exhibits tell stories of his medical work and care for his neighbors.

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• Ibagu Workshop

  An archive center exhibiting the lives and local culture of people who lived along the hillside roads.

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• Busan Chinatown

  This Chinatown developed in Choryang-dong near Busan Station. Explore the shops along its city streets and discover Busan's diverse local cultures.

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• Busan Science Experience Center

  This science museum in Choryang-dong offers themed exhibits and hands-on activities. Explore and experience a range of scientific principles.

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• North Port Waterfront Park

  This urban waterfront park has walking paths and a lawn plaza overlooking North Port. Enjoy close-up views of the sea and harbor.

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• Choryang Ibagu-gil

  This walking route follows the hillside road through Choryang-dong, with views and stories from Busan's old city center. Walk the path to explore the hillside neighborhood.

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• Lee Jung-seob Observatory

  This observatory in the hillside area of Dong-gu offers views toward Busan Port. From the hill, take in the harbor and city together.

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• Eco-Friendly Skyway Observatory

  This observatory in the Choryang hillside area offers views from the hill. Take in the scenery in the direction of Busan Port.

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• Munhwa Gonggam Sujeong

  This preserved modern-era building in Dong-gu is a cultural space where you can explore its historic atmosphere and interior. See Busan's modern architecture up close.

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• Sujeong Traditional Market

  This traditional market is in Sujeong-dong, Dong-gu. Explore the shops along its alleys and experience everyday market life in the neighborhood.

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• Jwacheon-dong Furniture Street

  This specialty street in Jwacheon-dong is lined with furniture shops. Browse the stores and explore furniture and living spaces.

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• Jeungsan Park

  This park in Jwacheon-dong has walking paths and an observatory with views of the surrounding area. Take a break among the greenery on the hill.

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• Busanjin Ilsin Girls' School

  This historic site preserves the former Busanjin Ilsin Girls' School building. Explore traces of modern-era education and school architecture in Busan.

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• Busanjin Market

  This traditional market in Beomil-dong has shops selling fabrics and clothing, as well as goods for weddings and everyday life. Experience the atmosphere of one of Busan's old markets.

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• Joseon Tongsinsa History Museum

  Explore the history and materials related to the Joseon Tongsinsa. Exhibits trace the journeys of Joseon-era diplomatic missions.

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• Chinguui Street

  A themed street in Dong-gu. Walk along it to explore nearby downtown shops and alleyways.

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• Beomil Alley Market

  A traditional alley market in Beomil-dong. Browse the closely grouped shops and get a feel for a local neighborhood market.

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Scenes of the area

• Explore cultural spaces along the hillside roads in Dong-gu.
• Discover the history of the port's opening and enjoy the views in Dong-gu.
• Find small places along Ibagu-gil in Dong-gu.
• The harbor and streets of Choryang
• Views from Choryang's hillside road
• Market alleys in Sujeong-dong
• Walking paths and heritage in Jwacheon
• Markets and history in Beomil

Nearby areas

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