Miles away from Busan’s famous beaches and located in the south of the city, is Nampo-dong. This is the center of shopping in Busan and tourists flock to this area every year to shop, eat, drink, and enjoy the unique atmosphere. The area offers all the great things about old and new Korea.
Several markets, which built up during the war, are still thriving with business decades later, and tourists continue to visit the famous BIFF Square and enjoy traditional Korean street food. However, there are also a large number of imported brands and international cuisines available in this area, which creates the perfect balance between the traditional an This neighborhood is full of life all year round. Whether it’s in summer, when you can hang out in a cafe and enjoy some retail therapy, or in winter when the attracts masses of visitors — there is something for everyone, all year round, in Nampo.
The main bustle of Nampo can be accessed via Metro Line 1 to Nampo Station. Leave the station from exit 7 and you will find yourself in . The street is lined with international and domestic brands, restaurants and cafes, and winds all the way over to Jagalchi.
Take a break from shopping and have a coffee in . This cafe has an extensive drinks menu and a mouth-watering selection of cakes, pastries, and loaves of bread. The cozy atmosphere in this cafe is the perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of Nampo.
As you approach Jagalchi — the next station along from Nampo — you will not.