If you plan to travel to
South Korea for your next holiday, you most certainly would want to spend a day or two in the
Metropolitan City, Busan. As you explore the many things you can enjoy in this bustling city, you would find that Busan's shopping scene is so great it is, in fact, one of the main reasons to visit South Korea. To help you answer some of the major questions like what to buy and where to shop in Busan, Korea we have put together a Busan shopping guide covering all the major malls in the city. Read on to discover where to go in Busan to enjoy the best shopping in Busan that will leave you in a frenzy!
1) Shinsegae Centum City
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When you talk about shopping in Busan, one of the
major attractions that simply cannot be missed is the
Shinsegae Centum City. Not only is this the largest mall in Busan, but it is also well-known as the world's largest department store that has surpassed
New York City’s iconic
Macy’s flagship store. This massive shopping complex is built-up of 14 floors above ground, and 2 basement floors, all of which are packed with almost every local and international brand you can think of. You probably will not make it out of the premises for at least a few hours because after you are done browsing through the amazing number of stores you can enjoy some quality time with friends and family at the entertainment area. This area features its own skating rink, theatre complex, indoor golf driving range, and spa land among many others.
Location: 8 35 Centumnam-daero, U-dong, Haeundae, Busan, South Korea
Contact: +82 517451615
Operating Hours: Monday to Sunday: 10.30 AM to 8 PM
2) Lotte Department Store
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Going through any Busan shopping guide you would see this
city features quite a number of large department stores. One such noteworthy Busan shopping outlet is the Lotte Department Store. This elegantly designed mall is a great place to go if you are looking for some high-end luxury brands. You could even enjoy window shopping and enjoy some quality leisure time at the Lotte cinema, sports center, arts and culture center, and also enjoy the best of Korean and various other
international cuisines at the massive
food court in the mall. Also, note the 15th floor has an observation deck which is a great place to enjoy the panoramic view of this port city.
Location: 503-15 Bujeon-dong, Busanjin-gu, Busan, South Korea
Contact: +82 518102500
Operating Hours: Monday to Sunday: 10.30 AM to 8 PM
3) Judies Taehwa
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Judies Taehwa is a popular hangout place for youth in the
city and also one of the great places to shop for ladies' fashion items. The prices are comparatively lower and you can find some trendy fashion items from many upcoming Korean fashion designers. This is a department store that has actually been around for some time since it was opened in 1983, and in 2003 it was refurbished to take on more of a mall-like appearance.
Location: 694 Jungang-daero, Bujeon 2(i)-dong, Busanjin-gu, Busan, South Korea
Contact: +82 516677000
Operating Hours: Monday to Sunday: 10.30 AM - 10.30 PM
4) Kukje Underground Shopping Center
If you are looking to enjoy the ultimate Busan
shopping experience, then you should include a trip or two to the underground shopping centres as part of your list of where to go in Busan. One such popular location is the Kukje Underground Shopping Center. This area features quite a number of cheap shopping outlets in Busan and is a great place to grab some useful items on sale and interesting souvenirs to take back home with you.
Location: Sinchang-dong 4-ga, Jung-gu, Busan, South Korea
