Shinsegae Centum City

The basics

Upon arrival at Shinsegae Centum City, take a moment to get your bearings: Make a plan for the stores and levels you want to explore before your shopping adventure takes off. Foreign visitors planning to leave South Korea within 90 days can get a tax refund on purchases over 30K KRW—be sure to ask for a Global Refund check at customs. For traditional duty free items— like perfumes, alcohol, and sweets—visit the Shinsegae Duty Free store on floor B1.

Things to know before you go

• The department store is wheelchair–accessible.
• Dress comfortably, as you can easily spend a few hours exploring the expansive complex.
• English signage and English–speaking staff are available, making it easy for international travelers to navigate.

How to get there

Shinsegae Centum City is conveniently located in Haeundae-gu and is accessible by various modes of transportation. The Busan metro Line 2 stops directly at Centum City Station. Over ten bus routes stop outside the shopping center, including 39, 49, 307, and 1001. Alternatively, taxis and rideshare services are readily available in the area.

When to get there

Shinsegae Centum City is typically open Monday–Thursday, 10:30am–8pm, and Friday–Sunday, 10:30am–8:30pm. For a more relaxed shopping experience, consider visiting on weekday mornings when there’s usually lighter foot traffic. Keep in mind that events and promotions often occur during holidays and festive seasons.

Where to see the latest digital art in Busan

If you want to soak in some culture after your shopping spree, walk a few minutes from Shinsegae Centum City to Museum 1, a contemporary art space that presents 80 million LED lights of media art. Exhibits rotate annually, often focusing on a contemporary hot topic. More than digital projections, the museum also has a diverse collection of sculptures, paintings, and photographs.