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Joseon Tongsinsa Festival (조선통신사 축제)

4.5Km    2023-05-08

99, Jaseong-ro, Dong-gu, Busan
+82-51-631-0858

Joseon Tongsinsa were goodwill missions between Joseon dynasty and Japan during 1607-1811. The Joseon Tongsinsa Festival revives the procession and emphasizes cultural exchange by celebrating this unique history. The Busan Cultural Foundation hosts this representative festival of Busan. Primary programs include a parade and much more. 

Gamman Creative Community Space (감만창의문화촌)

Gamman Creative Community Space (감만창의문화촌)

4.6Km    2024-02-26

84-1 Uam-ro, Nam-gu, Busan

Gamman Creative Community Space, transformed from a former school, mirrors modern Korea's vibrant culture with elements like playground equipment and classroom hallways. This unique venue hosts a variety of events all year round, including movie screenings, classical music festivals, diverse activities and performances, fairy tale photo zones, open studio events, and food trucks, making it a dynamic hub for community engagement and cultural experiences.

Songdo Sky Park (송도스카이파크)

4.6Km    2024-12-03

181 Amnamgongwon-ro, Seo-gu, Busan

The Songdo Marine Cable Car offers a captivating 15-minute ride from Songdo Base Station to Songdo Sky Park, treating visitors to picturesque views of Songdo Beach and Yeongdo Island. In the basement, visitors will find the Songdo Doppelmayr World, a museum dedicated to cable cars. The first floor comprises the ticket office, the cable car platform, and a convenience store. The second floor is where the Ocean Terrace and Café Human Art Hall are located, offering a space for relaxation and art. And the third floor is home to the Sky Harbor Observatory, a Little Prince-themed park that promises an enchanting experience.

Kudok Folk Village (구덕민속촌)

4.7Km    2020-02-20

15-17, Hakgam-daero 39beonan-gil, Sasang-gu, Busan
+82-51-311-0127

Kudok Folk Village boasts a beautiful traditional Korean house (hanok) and offers food such as fresh and soft galbi (beef short rib) which is selected with only the highest level of quality, and hanbang yuhwang-ori (smoked duck with herbs) made with 20 kinds of herbs, beoseot-jeongol (mushroom hot pot), and naengmyeon (cold buckwheat noodles). Other facilities aimed at families with children are planned to be built, like an exhibition hall of folk crafts and an animal farm.

Amnam Park (부산 암남공원)

4.7Km    2023-01-11

185, Amnamgongwon-ro, Seo-gu, Busan
+82-51-240-4538

The magnificent cliffs and tree-lined seaside views of Amnam Park bring the harmony of the bluish-green waters and the forested landscape together. Originally a protected area, entrance was not permitted until its opening to the public in 1996, when visitors could first experience the untouched landscape. Now, visitors can fish, explore the observatory, and enjoy the walking path and the elevated bridge. The abundunt pine trees along the walking path make for a pleasant stroll while the path up to the observatory offers great views. If it is fishing that you want, here you can fish on the ocean as well as off the fantastically shaped rocks. There is also a famous road to go for a drive, leading from Songdo Beach to Amnam Park. This drive takes approximately 5 minutes, but it takes about 20 minutes on foot.

Yeongdo Haenyeo Culture Exhibition Hall (영도해녀문화전시관)

Yeongdo Haenyeo Culture Exhibition Hall (영도해녀문화전시관)

4.8Km    2024-12-27


+82-51-419-4505

Yeongdo Haenyeo Culture Exhibition Hall is a two-story building with meaning and history Haenyeo on display. Haenyeo are women divers that dive for seafood without any equipments. 
The tradition of Haenyeo has become a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. First floor of the building consists Haenyeo seafood store that sells fresh seafood collected by the Haenyeos, while the second floor is an exhibition hall dedicated to Haenyeo.

Homeplus - Busan Gamman Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (홈플러스 부산감만)

Homeplus - Busan Gamman Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (홈플러스 부산감만)

4.8Km    2024-04-18

124, Uam-ro, Nam-gu, Busan

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National Maritime Museum (국립해양박물관)

4.9Km    2023-01-10

45 Haeyang-ro 301beon-gil, Yeongdo-gu, Busan
+82-51-309-1900

The National Maritime Museum is a comprehensive venue offering exhibitions on maritime culture, history, ocean life, science, and more. The exterior of the museum was designed to resemble a water droplet and is the third largest museum in Korea. The museum holds over 14,000 historic items and relics that have witnessed history and are relevant to the future of ocean life. These are on display in eight permanent exhibition halls, a special exhibition hall, and a children's exhibition hall. The museum also has a library, aquarium, grand auditorium, outdoor performance stage, and a 4D theatre for a multi-cultural experience.

Hocheon Village (호천마을)

5.0Km    2025-04-10

491 Eomgwang-ro, Busanjin-gu, Busan

Located in the Busanjin-gu district of Busan, the Hocehon Village is famous for its colorful houses, which provide a stunning backdrop for photos. As the night dawns, the warm-lamps-lit streets with colorful houses create a romantic atmosphere, making it one of the top places to visit for night views. The village became well known after getting featured in various dramas and movies, including the popular drama “Fight My Way (2017).” Another highlight of Hocehon Village is the 180-step staircase adorned with a stunning fish mural. The Hocheon Village Cultural Platform at the Village provides residents and creators with opportunities to sell their products and participate in cultural experiences and educational activities.  

Busan Citizens Hall (부산시민회관)

5.0Km    2021-06-03

16, Jaseong-ro 133beon-gil, Dong-gu, Busan
+82-51-630-5200

Busan Citizens' Hall has the longest history of all public cultural spaces in Korea, having opened on October 10, 1973. The hall consists of a 1,606-seat grand theater, 407-seat small theater, art galleries, an art shop, cafeteria, and other amenties.