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Busan Museum (부산박물관)

6.3Km    2023-01-09

63, UN pyeonghwa-ro, Nam-gu, Busan
+82-51-610-7118

Busan Museum was founded on July 11, 1978 to collect, preserve, display, and research the cultural hertiage of Busan. The museum houses 45,000 artifacts, displaying just 1,300 through regular exhibition rooms. The museum underwent a remodeling project in 2002 along with the opening of Exhibition Hall 2 to expand to ten permanent exhibition rooms, as well as a planned exhibition space, heritage research room, experience hall, lecture hall, and more. The museum aims to provide more extensive research into uncovering historical artifacts, and provide educational programs to visitors.

Jeonpo Gonggu Street (전포공구길)

Jeonpo Gonggu Street (전포공구길)

6.4Km    2024-03-29

20 Seojeon-ro 37beon-gil, Busanjin-gu, Busan

Jeonpo Gonggu Street used to have many tool shops, but they fell into decline over the years. Recently, however, there have been small shops that renovated old tool shops with a touch of modern aesthetics. They transformed into unique cafes, restaurants, and gift shops, and became popular on social media. Because it is near Seomyeon Station, Busan's most crowded area, it is easily accessible by subway. The unique atmosphere makes it a popular location for wedding photos as well as tours.

Seomyeon Underground Shopping Center (서면지하도상가)

6.4Km    2024-12-02

737 Jungang-daero, Busanjin-gu, Busan
+82-51-713-8261

If you walk through the busy area of Seomyeon in Busan, it's easy to see that this underground shopping area has a greater number of clothing and accessory shops than other places. Starting with its statue of Oryukdo Islands, one of the symbols of Busan, Seomyeon Underground Shopping Center is a great place to find various brands at more affordable prices.
 

E-Mart Traders - Seomyeon Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (이마트트레이더스 서면)

E-Mart Traders - Seomyeon Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (이마트트레이더스 서면)

6.4Km    2024-04-22

31, Simingongwon-ro, Busanjin-gu, Busan

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UN Memorial Cemetery (재한유엔기념공원 (UN기념공원))

UN Memorial Cemetery (재한유엔기념공원 (UN기념공원))

6.5Km    2024-03-06

93 UN pyeonghwa-ro, Nam-gu, Busan
+82-51-625-0625

UN Memorial Cemetery in Korea stands as the sole UN cemetery globally, established by the UN Command in 1951 to inter fallen soldiers from the Korean War. Initially accommodating around 11,000 individuals, it later saw the repatriation of many, with 2,300 remains laid to rest. Soldiers from 11 nations, including the United States and the United Kingdom, find their final resting place here. The site features Memorial Service Hall, Memorabilia Hall, Wall of Remembrance, UN Forces Monument, and Unknown Soldier's Pathway.

Beach Motel (비치모텔)

Beach Motel (비치모텔)

6.5Km    2025-04-18

10-9 , Harihaean-gil, Yeongdo-gu, Busan
+82-51-405-3331, +82-10-2951-7230

The Beach Motel stands on the beach about 8 km from Busan Station. Aside from the five family rooms, all rooms have a sea view. Bread, coffee, and eggs are provided for breakfast, while water and coffee are always available in the first floor lobby. There is a coffee pot in each room, plus bottled water and a microwave on every floor, so guests can prepare a simple meal. A laundry service is provided. From this location Busan Harbor Bridge gets you to Haeundae, while other nearby tourist attractions include Igidae Coastal Park, Songdo Beach, and Sinseondae Cliff.

UN Sculpture Park (UN조각공원)

6.6Km    2023-04-04

Daeyeong-dong, Nam-gu, Busan
+82-51-607-4541

UN Sculpture Park is located next to the UN Memorial Cemetery where the souls of UN soldiers who served in the Korean War rest in peace. The sculpture park exhibits 34 pieces of artworks created and donated by sculptors from 21 nations who provided support in the Korean War. These sculptures were created as a part of UN Memorial Park International Sculpture Symposium (September 15-30, 2000) that commemorated the 50th anniversary of the outbreak of the Korean War in honor of those who fought in the war. The UN Sculpture Park had its opening ceremony on October 24, 2001.

 

Busan Bujeon Market (부산 부전시장)

Busan Bujeon Market (부산 부전시장)

6.6Km    2024-02-26

21 Jungang-daero 755beon-gil, Busanjin-gu, Busan
051-818-1091

Bujeon Market was established by refugees from across the country following the Korean War. It encompasses traditional markets, ginseng markets, and electronic shopping centers. Busan, renowned for its fish cakes, is home to the main store of a well-known fish cake brand, located within this market. Additionally, the market is a hotspot for numerous restaurants specializing in dwaeji gukbap (pork and rice soup), a local Busan delicacy. With its diverse range of products and street vendors, exploring Bujeon Market promises to be an enjoyable experience. Conveniently situated in the heart of Busan, it is easily accessible and located near Bujeon Subway Station.

Peace Park (평화공원)

6.6Km    2021-09-17

10, Sinseon-ro 447beon-gil, Nam-gu, Busan
+82-51-607-4541

Peace Park is the representative citizen's rest area in Busan, filled with over 30,000 camellia and pine trees. A fountain in the middle of the park provides a fun water playground for children, and a popular date spot with beautiful lights at night.

Holika Holika - Seomyeon Underground Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (홀리카 홀리카 서면지하점)

Holika Holika - Seomyeon Underground Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (홀리카 홀리카 서면지하점)

6.6Km    2024-06-26

#F8, 717, Jungang-daero, Busanjin-gu, Busan

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