Gwangalli Beach (광안리해수욕장)

3.4Km 2025-04-14

219 Gwanganhaebyeon-ro, Suyeong-gu, Busan
+82-51-622-4251

Located to the west of Haeundae Beach, Gwangalli Beach is 1.4 kilometers long and 25~110 meters wide, and is famous for its fine sand. The area underwent a water purification process, which led the ecosystem to flourish in the nearby river waters. In addition to the beachfront, the Gwangalli area is filled with delicious restaurants and romantic cafes, as well as stores selling famous fashion brands. The area has plenty to offer, but many people come in the evening to take in the bright lights of Gwangandaegyo Bridge, stretching across the horizon.

Busan Fireworks Festival (부산불꽃축제)

3.4Km 2025-10-30

219 Gwanganhaebyeon-ro, Suyeong-gu, Busan
+82-51-713-5000

Busan Fireworks Festival takes place every autumn along Gwangalli Beach. The festival’s diverse programs of cultural events, high-tech laser light shows, and myriad of unique and colorful fireworks make this one of the area’s most popular festivals, drawing crowds of over 1 million visitors each year. Although most people flock to the beach for a closer view of the festivities, nearby Hwangnyeongsan Mountain, Dongbaekseom Island, and Igidae Coastal Park also offer great views of the fireworks.

Gwangalli Marvelous Drone Light Show (광안리 M(Marvelous) 드론 라이트쇼)

3.4Km 2025-08-08

219 Gwanganhaebyeon-ro, Suyeong-gu, Busan
+82-51-610-4882

Every Saturday evening, hundreds of drones light up the night sky over Gwangalli in a range of fascinating formations through the Gwangalli Marvelous Drone Light Show.

Wonjo Beomil-dong Maetteok (원조범일동매떡)

3.5Km 2024-03-15

52-2 Gold thema-gil, Busanjin-gu, Busan
+82-51-633-0166

Wonjo Beomil-dong Maetteok is a renowned snack restaurant in Busan, famous for its spicy tteokbokki. It first opened its doors in 1966 in Beomil-dong, Busan. Maetteok, short for "maeun tteokbokki," refers to tteokbokki seasoned with spicy sauce made from chili pepper powder, red chili paste, sugar, garlic, and ginger. The rice cakes are chewy, and the sauce is spicy yet flavorful. They also offer various side dishes such as fishcakes, deep-fried dishes, sundae, gimbap, and instant noodles.

The Park Guesthouse (더파크 게스트하우스(The Park Guesthouse))

3.5Km 2024-12-22

151 , Gwangnam-ro, Suyeong-gu, Busan
+82-10-5822-3755

The Park Guesthouse is an affordable homestay in the Gwangalli Beach area of downtown Busan, where guests will meet tourists from many other countries. Accomodation consists of bedrooms with toilets plus a large shared living room with kitchen, bathroom. and laundry facilities. The kitchen is adequate for basic cooking. The guesthouse is not far from Gwangan subway station, and Gwangalli Seafood, Busan Millak Sashimi Restaurant Street, and Pojangmacha Street are all close by.

Olive Young - Busan Gwangan Station Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 부산광안역점)

3.5Km 2024-06-27

584, Suyeong-ro, Suyeong-gu, Busan

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Olive Young - Gwangan Beach Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 광안비치)

3.6Km 2024-04-17

#101, 235, Gwanganhaebyeon-ro, Suyeong-gu, Busan

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Gwangalli Beach Theme Street (광안리해변 테마거리)

3.7Km 2025-08-11

Millak-dong, Suyeong-gu, Busan

Gwangalli Beach Theme Street, stretching 1,250 meters along the Gwangalli coast, is lined with artificial palm trees, sculptures, benches, and lush green zones. This scenic road is a popular venue for a variety of festivals and events. The street is divided into three themed sections: Romantic Street, Sunrise Square, and Youth Street, each offering its unique charm. Visitors can immerse themselves in a blend of memories and romance, enjoying the spectacular night view of the Gwangandaegyo Bridge, and savoring delicious offerings at Gwangalli Café Street and Millak Raw Fish Town. Additionally, every year in early November, Gwangalli Beach becomes a dazzling spectacle with its firework displays.

Gwangalli Busan Hoetjip (광안리부산횟집)

3.7Km 2024-03-20

29 Millaksubyeon-ro, Suyeong-gu, Busan
+82-51-753-8881

Gwangalli Busan Hoetjip is located where various seafood restaurants gather at the eastern end of Gwangalli Beach. With a view of the beautiful Gwangandaegyo Bridge, it's a popular spot for tourists to enjoy fresh sliced raw fish. Their signature dish is the bulkkot modeum (sliced raw fish set course A) which comes with delicious side dishes and a variety of seafood served alongside the sliced raw fish.

Gray Hotel 193 (그레이193호텔)

3.8Km 2024-12-13

42 , Gwanganhaebyeon-ro 278beon-gil, Suyeong-gu, Busan
+82-10-6740-8889

Grey Hotel 193 is located one minute's walk from Gwangalli Beach in Busan. There are 25 different types of rooms to choose from, including Superior, Deluxe, Family, and Ocean Type rooms. The hotel has also installed the CESCO anti-virus system as well as air purifiers in all guest rooms to ensure a pleasant and comfortable stay. Nearby tourist attractions include Millak Raw Fish Center, Millak Waterside Park, BEXCO, and Haeundae Yachting Center.

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