Haeundae Special Tourist Zone (해운대 관광특구)

8.8Km 2021-03-05

Haeundae-gu, Busan
+82-51-749-5700

Haeundae Beach in Busan is famous both in Korea and abroad. Not only is it popular as the largest summer vacation spot, but it also attracts people even in spring, autumn and winter for its variety of festivals and events, such as the Busan International Film Festival, the International Yacht Race and the Haeundae Sunrise Festival. These festivals help keep Haeundae busy as a popular tourist site all year round.

With Haeundae Beach at its center, Haeundae Special Tourist Zone offers diverse marine leisure activities and fresh seafood. The zone has transformed itself from a typical vacation spot into a destination where one can stay long-term while enjoying leisure activities and cultural events. Today, the zone attracts an increasing number of tourists from around the globe.

The zone not only has natural resources, such as Haeundae Beach, Dongbaekseom Island, Dalmaji Hill and sea water hot springs, but also a convention center and IT complex. Well-equipped with cultural facilities, including movie sets, art galleries and aquariums, it is a qualified destination for MICE (Meeting, Incentive tour, Convention and Exhibition) tourists.

The coastal drive course is another way to enjoy Haeundae Beach. Moontan Road, offering a grand night view and various walking trails, including Galmaet-gil lying along the coastline, should not be missed as well.

The skyline at Haeundae underwent a dramatic change with the advent of Centum City. At night, the city skyline that is brilliantly illuminated by the high-end residential/commercial buildings captivates travelers. Inside Centum City are luxury apartments and a grand shopping complex, including a department store and a retail outlet.

* Current State of Haeundae Special Tourist Zone
1) Districts Covered: Areas around Jung, Songjeong, Jaesong and U-dong (Centum City), Haeundae-gu, Busan
2) Area: 6,225,000 ㎡

* Tourist Attractions
Haeundae and Songjeong Beach, Dongbaek Island, Oryukdo Island, Centum City, Aquarium, Haeundae Hot Springs, etc.

UH Suite Landscape 3rd Floor [Korea Quality]유에이치스위트 랜드스케이프 3층[한국관광 품질인증]

8.8Km 2024-08-13

271, Haeundaehaebyeon-ro, Haeundae-gu, Busan
+82-51-742-0600

UH Suite Landscape 3rd Floor is right on Haeundae Beach in Busan. This hotel has a unique atmosphere in harmony with the famous buzz of the Haeundae area. The hotel is close to restaurants, shops, and stations; the airport is a 50-minute drive away.

UH Suite Landscape 14th Floor [Korea Quality]유에이치스위트 랜드스케이프 14층[한국관광 품질인증]

8.8Km 2024-08-13

271, Haeundaehaebyeon-ro, Haeundae-gu, Busan
+82-51-742-0600

UH Suite Landscape 14th Floor is right on Haeundae Beach in Busan. This hotel has a unique atmosphere in harmony with the famous buzz of the Haeundae area. The hotel is close to restaurants, shops, and stations; the airport is a 50-minute drive away.

UH Suite Haeundae 4th Floor [Korea Quality]유에이치스위트 해운대4층[한국관광 품질인증]

8.8Km 2024-07-29

271 Haeundaehaebyeon-ro, Haeundae-gu, Busan
+82-51-742-0600

UH Suite Haeundae 4th Floor is right on Haeundae Beach in Busan. This hotel has a unique atmosphere in harmony with the famous buzz of the Haeundae area and has basic cooking facilities. The hotel is close to restaurants, shops and stations; the airport is a 50-minute drive away.

Sunset Hotel [Korea Quality] / 선셋호텔 [한국관광 품질인증]

8.8Km 2024-06-26

46 , Gunam-ro, Haeundae-gu, Busan
+82-51-730-9900

Located in Haeundae, Busan, Sunset Business Hotel opened in 2008, and offers luxurious rooms categorized as either ‘modern’, ‘cozy’, or ‘classic’, Customer service is good. Room balconies look out onto Haeundae Beach, and in room bathtubs you can lie back and see both sea and sky!

Busan Beomeosa Temple (범어사(부산))

8.8Km 2025-03-13

250 Beomeosa-ro, Geumjeong-gu, Busan
+82-51-508-3122

Beomeosa Temple, built in the Silla dynasty in 678, stands as a historic site known for producing outstanding monks. Situated amidst the splendid landscape of Geumjeongsan Mountain, it boasts a long tradition and rich history, housing numerous cultural relics. Visitors can experience the daily life of monk through templestay.

SEA LIFE Busan Aquarium (SEA LIFE 부산아쿠아리움)

8.8Km 2024-05-23

266 Haeundaehaebyeon-ro, Haeundae-gu, Busan
+82-51-740-1700

The Busan Aquarium takes visitors into the exciting world of life under the sea. The aquarium covers an area of 36,000 ㎡ and is spread over 3 underground levels and one above-ground level with different sections divided into special themes. The underwater tunnel experience resembles a walk along the ocean floor with various sea creatures swimming above, serving as a popular attraction within the aquarium. The aquarium is home to over 250 different species of fish, algae, reptiles, and amphibians, including large sharks, turtles, seahorses, and more, for a total of over 10,000 sea creatures.

KOLON SEACLOUD HOTEL (코오롱 씨클라우드 호텔)

8.8Km 2025-10-23

287 , Haeundaehaebyeon-ro, Haeundae-gu, Busan
+82-51-933-1000

Kolon Seacloud Hotel, in Haeundae, Busan, Gyeongsangnam-do, offers fine views of the South Sea from residents’ rooms. All rooms have cooking facilities, and visitors will find restaurants, massage shops, and convenience stores in an arcade within the hotel. Residents can enjoy an outdoor swimming pool overlooking Haeundae Beach, a jacuzzi and a gym; and the hotel offers a large parking space and 24-hour security. Haeundae subway station is a 5-minute walk away, while it’s around 50 minutes by public transport to Gimhae Airport and Busan station.

Dongsaengmal Observatory (동생말전망대)

8.8Km 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.

Leica Camera - Haeundae Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (라이카카메라 해운대)

8.9Km 2024-04-17

BMWMINI Bldg., 299, Haeundaehaebyeon-ro, Haeundae-gu, Busan

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