10 Best Places to Go Shopping in Busan
Where to Shop in Busan and What to Buy?
One of Busan’s charms is that it has great places to shop, as well as see and eat. From traditional markets such as Jagalchi Market to large malls like Centum City, you’ll have a wide range of choices to satisfy your shopping needs.
The city’s fashion streets have a youthful vibe and display the latest styles. A fun part of shopping is the food, and each of Busan‘s shopping spots has its own unique menu. Feel the vitality of Busan on the shopping streets and hear the locals shouting “oiso, boyso, saiso (Come, look, and buy)” in their Busan dialect.
1. BIFF Square
Bustling shopping boulevard
Categoría: Compras, Gastronomía
BIFF Square is a 428-meter-long street lined with movie theaters, fashion outlets, and Korean cosmetics shops. The boulevard is vibrant at night, with colorful lights decorating the trees and stalls. Prices are relatively affordable, but you may have to pay a little extra to buy products at the trendier stores.
You’ll find many young locals gathering and shopping at BIFF Square, especially during special occasions. Jagalchi Market is nearby, so it’s convenient to visit both when you’re in the area.
Ubicación: 58-1, Gudeok-ro, Jung-gu, Busan, South Korea
BIFF Square
2. Jagalchi Market
World-famous marketplace
Categoría: Compras, Gastronomía, Opciones económicas
Jagalchi Market is a traditional Busan market in Busan’s Jung-gu district. Its name combines the Korean word for pebbles (jagal) and fish (chi). As you explore this seafood market, you’ll be welcomed by the heart-warming smiles of the elderly female vendors, affectionately nicknamed Jagalchi ajimae.
Jagalchi Market is an excellent place to purchase live fish and shellfish, as well as dried seafood products. You can pick up raw fish and seafood from the Raw Fish Center, before taking them to an onsite restaurant to have them cooked or prepared sashimi-style. The market also hosts the Jagalchi Festival every October.
Ubicación: 52, Jagalchihaean-ro, Nampo-dong, Jung-gu, Busan, South Korea
Horario: Daily from 5 am to 9 pm
Teléfono: +82 (0)51-245-2594
Jagalchi Market
3. Gukje Market
Wide range of local food and gifts
Categoría: Compras, Gastronomía, Opciones económicas
Gukje Market is a traditional market located in Busan’s central district of Jung-gu. The market earned its name by trading goods from abroad after Korea was liberated from Japan in 1945, during the Korean War, and in the post-war period.
There are hundreds of vendors operating at Gukje Market, selling tools, home appliances, kitchenware, clothing, furniture, stationery, crafts, and industrial goods. The market’s food specialties include sweet ssiat hotteok (Korean pancake stuffed with seeds) and Chungmu-style gimbap (seaweed rice rolls). It’s also connected to several smaller markets in the area, including Bupyeong Market and Kkangtong Market. Nearby attractions include Guje Alley and Changseondong Food Alley.
Ubicación: 25, Gukjesijang 2-gil, Jung-gu, Busan, South Korea
Horario: Daily from 9 am to 7 pm
Teléfono: +82 (0)51-245-7389
Gukje Market
4. Shinsegae Centum City
Emporium of shops and food
Categoría: Gastronomía, Compras
Shinsegae Centum City is a world-class department store in the Haeundae-gu district of Busan. One of the city’s most popular shopping spots in Busan, it’s a familiar place to many locals and tourists as it’s often featured in Korean TV shows.
The department store has an observatory, a movie theater, and a jjimjilbang (Korean dry sauna). You’ll also find an ice skating rink and a golf range, as well as a rooftop garden with fabulous views. There’s an incredible variety of food at the vast food court, with everything from fresh seafood to bubble tea.
Ubicación: 35, Centum nam-daero and 15, Centum-4ro, Haeundae-gu, Busan
Horario: Monday–Thursday from 10.30 am to 8 pm, Friday–Sunday from 10.30 am to 8.30 pm
Teléfono: +82 (0)15-881-234
Shinsegae Centum City
5. Lotte Duty Free Shop
Imported brands at reduced prices
Categoría: Compras, Lujo
The Lotte Duty Free Shop is part of one of the major chain stores in South Korea. Located in Seomyeon in downtown Busan, the shop occupies the 8th floor of the Lotte Department Store. The store is close to a 5-star hotel of the same name, several restaurants, and a movie theater.
At the Lotte Duty Free Shop, you can browse for bargains in international luxury brands, with items ranging from cigarettes and liquor to bags and cosmetics. Remember to bring your passport and plane ticket, as duty-free goods are only available with proof of your visitor status.
Ubicación: 8th Floor, LOTTE Department Store Busan, 772, Gaya-daero, Busanjin-gu, Busan, South Korea
Horario: Daily from 10.30 am to 7.30 pm
Teléfono: +82 (0)51-810-3880
Lotte Duty Free Shop
6. Seomyeon Underground Shopping Center
Huge underground mall
Categoría: Compras, Opciones económicas
The Seomyeon Underground Shopping Center, located near Seomyeon Roundabout, is a large business district with department stores, private education institutes, and hospitals nearby. This mall has over 500 stores selling clothes, cosmetics, shoes, bags, and accessories. It’s a great shopping place with a wide range of goods. Budget-minded shoppers can check out discount stores for excellent bargains.
The district of Seomyeon is one of the busiest streets in the Busan. It’s easy to get to Seomyeon as it’s where subway lines 1 and 2 meet.
Ubicación: 717, Jungang-daero, Busanjin District, Busan, South Korea
Horario: Daily from 10 am to 10 pm
Teléfono: +82 (0)51-713-8291
Seomyeon Underground Shopping Center
7. Gwangbokro Culture and Fashion Street
A youthful fashion street
Categoría: Gastronomía, Compras, Fotos
Gwangbokro Culture and Fashion Street is Busan’s youthful fashion street, with a similar vibe to Seoul’s Myeongdong and Hongdae. It’s within a 5-minute walk of Nampo Station (line 1, exit 7). Expect lots of colorful boutiques selling clothes, accessories, shoes, and electronics at just about any price range. Popular brands at discounted prices and second-hand clothing stores are available as well.
Gwangbokro Street has many gourmet restaurants, trendy cafes, and restaurants. Don’t miss the must-try local dishes, such as wheat noodles (milmyeon), spicy glass noodles (bibim dangmyeon), and sweet Korean pancake stuffed with seeds (ssiat hotteok). Nearby attractions include Yongdusan Park, Gukje Market, and BIFF Square.
Ubicación: 72-1, Gwangbok-ro, Jung-gu, Busan, South Korea
Horario: Daily from 10 am to 9 pm
Gwangbokro Culture and Fashion Street
8. Haeundae Rodeo Street
Fashionable and vibrant shopping hub
Categoría: Parejas, Compras
Haeundae Rodeo Street has over 70 upscale boutiques and stores that are often packed with fashionable locals. When you’re in need of some refreshments, try one of the gourmet restaurants and cute cafes offering a wide range of cuisines, or sample some street food.
If you’re looking for affordable yet stylish stores, then you’ll find lots of great options. Haeundae Rodeo Outlet is an well-known store specializing in off-season items with permanent discounts. You’ll also find a range of hair salons and skin care centers nearby.
Ubicación: 473, Jwadongsunhwan-ro, Jung-dong, Haeundae-gu, Busan, South Korea
Haeundae Rodeo Street
9. Pusan National University Shopping Street
Shopping for young students
Categoría: Compras, Opciones económicas
Vendors on the Pusan National University Shopping Street specialize in clothes and accessories that appeal to a younger crowd. This fashion street is well-known for offering stylish apparel at reasonable prices.
As you walk from Busan National University Subway Station to Busan National University, you’ll find rows of boutiques that range from international streetwear brands to inexpensive no-brand clothes. There are also a variety of coffee shops and restaurants in the area that cater to a student budget.
Ubicación: 247-6, Geumgang-ro, Geumjeong-gu, Busan, South Korea
Pusan National University Shopping Street
10. Busan Premium Outlets
High-end designer brands at discounted prices
Categoría: Compras, Gastronomía
Busan Premium Outlets welcomes all shopaholics with its beautiful fountain and architectural style that has taken inspiration from a lively street in Italy. Located in the Gijang-gun district and close to the expressway, this expansive outlet mall is a shopper’s paradise, offering 180 domestic and international high-end designer brands at discounted prices.
The outlet features a variety of stores, from luxury fashion brands to popular sportswear. It also features a massive food court, brimming with cafes and restaurants to satisfy any craving. With ample parking space and accessible by several bus routes, including lines 182, 188, 37, and 1008, getting here is very easy.
Ubicación: 1133, Jeonggwan-ro, Gijang-gun, Busan, South Korea
Horario: Daily from 10.30 am to 9 pm
Teléfono: +82 (0)16-444-001
Busan Premium Outlets
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