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Dongsaengmal Observatory (동생말전망대)

Dongsaengmal Observatory (동생말전망대)

16.6Km    2025-01-20

57-167 Igidaegongwon-ro, Nam-gu, Busan

Dongsaengmal Observatory is situated along the Igidae Coastal Trail, near the Igidae Park, the starting point of the trail. As a starting point of the Igidae Coastal Trail and Haeparang Trail, the observatory offers stunning views, especially in July when fog creates a dreamy atmosphere around the Marine City and Gwangandaegyo Bridge. Visitors can also enjoy the city’s night views and capture beautiful pictures with the installed sculpture.

DOMOHEON (도모헌)

DOMOHEON (도모헌)

16.6Km    2025-04-11

60 Hwangnyeongsan-ro 7beon-gil, Suyeong-gu, Busan

DOMOHEON, the former residence of the Busan Mayor, was transformed into a cultural space and opened to the public in September 2024. The establishment includes a cultural space, shared office, café, lecture hall, meeting room, and various other convenience facilities. It also features a living garden, which is the first living garden in Busan. In the past, it was also referred to as the local Cheong Wa Dae creating an authoritative image. However, with the recent remodeling, it has now become a welcoming space for the public to relax and enjoy cultural activities. 

Anmok (안목)

16.8Km    2025-01-22

3 Gwangnam-ro 22beon-gil, Suyeong-gu, Busan

Dwaeji gukbap (Pork and Rice Soup) is made with a broth that has been simmered for over 24 hours using pork bones. The rich flavor of the pork bones requires no additional seasoning to enjoy the soup’s natural taste. A variation with noodles, known as dwaeji ramyeon (pork ramyeon), offers a unique twist on this delicacy.

Gwangalli Ocean Leports Center (광안리 해양레포츠센터)

Gwangalli Ocean Leports Center (광안리 해양레포츠센터)

17.2Km    2024-07-24

222 Gwanganhaebyeon-ro 54beon-gil, Suyeong-gu, Busan

Gwangalli Ocean Leports Center is a large-scale water sports facility located at Gwangalli Beach in Busan. The center offers a wide range of water programs, such as jetboats, yachts, windsurfing, kayaks, and more with a focus on enjoying these activities safely.

Gwangalli SUP Zone (광안리 SUP Zone)

Gwangalli SUP Zone (광안리 SUP Zone)

17.2Km    2022-04-06

Namcheon-dong, Suyeong-gu, Busan
+82-51-610-4951

Gwangalli SUP Zone is a space to make Gwangalli Beach the mecca of water sports. The peaceful waves of Gwangalli Beach makes it a perfect condition for people to ride Stand Up Paddleboard. After being designated as SUP Zone in 2020, the 400 meter area offers beach bar, beach bed, wind bed, SUP photo zone and more. In July and August, people who rent water leisure equipments can use reed parasol or beach bed for free. Visitors can also enjoy special experience using phone app "Real World" for an outdoor room escape. 

Olive Young - Gwangalli Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 광안리)

Olive Young - Gwangalli Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 광안리)

17.3Km    2024-04-16

153-1, Gwanganhaebyeon-ro, Suyeong-gu, Busan

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E-Mart - Yeonje Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (이마트 연제)

E-Mart - Yeonje Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (이마트 연제)

17.6Km    2024-04-22

89, Yeonsu-ro, Yeonje-gu, Busan

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Olive Young - Busan City Hall Station Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 부산시청역점)

17.6Km    2024-06-27

105-B101, and B102, 30, Yeonje-ro, Yeonje-gu, Busan

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Gwangalli Eobang Festival (광안리어방축제)

Gwangalli Eobang Festival (광안리어방축제)

17.7Km    2025-07-11

219 Gwanganhaebyeon-ro, Suyeong-gu, Busan
+82-51-610-4062

The Gwangalli Eobang Festival, held on the famous Gwangalli Beach, known for its fireworks and drone shows, aims to showcase Gwangalli‘s rich history beyond its popularity as a tourist destination. The festival is a manifestation of the history and cultural value of Jwasuyeong Eobang Nori (Fishing Village Festival of the Left Naval Headquarters), a national intangible cultural heritage of Korea. The festival provides attractions and activities of a fishing village that retains its tradition and elements of modernity. A street parade reenacts the procession of Gyeongsang Jwasusa, commander of the Busan naval forces during the Joseon Dynasty. Visitors can check out the musical Eobang, which is the main event of the festival, as well as more than 20 exhibitions and activities in the folk village. The village has recreated the old naval barracks and fishing villages, and actors dressed as jwasusa, sugun (navy soldier), and jumo (barmaid) go around the village to entertain visitors. 

◎ Eobang
Following the establishment of Gyeongsang Jwasuyeong (naval forces) in the Suyeong regions during the Joseon Dynasty, the affiliation “Eobang” was formed between the naval forces and local fishermen. “Eobang” holds a similar meaning to the fishery cooperatives of today.

Busan Sports Complex (부산종합운동장)

Busan Sports Complex (부산종합운동장)

17.9Km    2021-07-22

344, World cup-daero, Yeonje-gu, Busan
+82-51-504-8001

Established in 1986, the Busan Sports Complex features the main stadium, Sajik indoor swimming pool, an indoor gymnasium, Sajik Baseball Ground, and an athletes' training center. The main stadium was the venue for the 2002 Asian Games and several matches during the 2002 FIFA World Cup. The Busan Sports Complex regularly hosts international sporting and cultural events, while providing excellent facilities for personal as well as group training.