Taejongdae Cliffed Coast [National Geopark] (태종대 (부산 국가지질공원)) - Area information - Korea travel information

Taejongdae Cliffed Coast [National Geopark] (태종대 (부산 국가지질공원))

11.2Km    2024-04-26

24 Jeonmang-ro, Yeongdo-gu, Busan

Taejongdae Cliffed Coast was formed by many layers of rock being forced together beneath a lake during the Cretaceous period, and then worn away over time by the sea. The coast features many geological formations, including sea caves and uniquely shaped rocks. Visitors can enjoy walking on the forested paths, or take the train course to easily access Taejongdae Observatory and Yeongdo Coastal Culture Space.

Amnam Park (부산 암남공원)

11.2Km    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.

Inje University Haeundae Paik Hospital (인제대학교 해운대백병원)

11.2Km    2025-10-23

875 Haeun-daero, Haeundae-gu, Busan

Inje University Haeundae Paik Hospital, established in 2010, is the only university hospital in the Busan, Ulsan, and Gyeongnam region. The hospital has become a central hub for medical tourism by serving not only local patients but also actively attracting international patients, aiming to establish itself as a leading medical hub in Northeast Asia.

The hospital operates specialized centers such as the Digestive Disease Center, Liver Transplantation Center, Spine Center, and Cancer Center. In particular, the Robot Surgery Center has introduced the latest single-port robotic system, the da Vinci SP, and is about to reach 4,000 surgical cases. The Liver Transplantation Center has regularized more than 30 transplant surgeries annually, while the Cancer Center practices multidisciplinary care, where experts from various specialties collaborate to provide precise diagnoses and individualized treatment plans, realizing the mission of “never giving up on cancer treatment.”

With advanced medical equipment and outstanding professionals, Haeundae Paik Hospital is evolving into a world-class general medical institution and continues to grow as a global leader in healthcare.

Soksiwonhan Daegutang (속시원한 대구탕)

11.3Km    2024-03-05

(Samwoogarden) 229, Dalmaji-gil, Haeundae-gu, Busan
+82-51-747-1666

Soksiwonhan Daegutang is a restaurant located on Haeundae’s Dalmajigogae Pass. It has been serving daegutang (codfish soup) only for many years. Daegutang (codfish soup) refers to a clear soup made with codfish in broth simmered with codfish bones and vegetables. It offers a delightful combination of clear and refreshing soup and plump codfish, so it is also a beloved dish for hangovers. There are many other restaurants with similar names offering daegutang (codfish soup), so look up the store’s location before you visit.

Geumjeongsanseong Fortress (금정산성)

11.3Km    2024-03-05

78-5 Bungmun-ro, Geumjeong-gu, Busan
+82-51-519-4092

Geumjeongsanseong Fortress, with a circumference of 18,845 meters along the ridges and valleys of Geumjeongsan Mountain, is a large-scale fortress built during the Joseon dynasty between 1701 and 1703. The fortress is accompanied by Geumjeongsanseong Village and is known for producing Sanseong makgeolli (unrefined rice wine), a traditional Korean alcoholic beverage. Additionally, there are numerous restaurants, cafés, and attractions, making it a place where nature, history, cuisine, and sightseeing coexist.

Ttangmoesan Mountain (땅뫼산)

11.4Km    2024-02-26

260-1 Oryundae-ro, Geumjeong-gu, Busan

The Ttangmoesan Mountain Forest Trail, wrapping around the Hoedong Reservoir, is distinguished by its red clay path. This trail spans 1.7 kilometers and can be comfortably completed in approximately thirty minutes at a relaxed pace. As you stroll through the lush cypress forest, the cool sensation of the red clay is enjoyable under bare feet. The journey along forest paths and wooden deck walkways also reveals a variety of trees native to the lake marsh environment.

Nakdong Estuary Eco-Center (낙동강하구에코센터)

11.5Km    2021-06-23

1240, Nakdongnam-ro, Saha-gu, Busan
+82-51-209-2000

Nakdong Estuary Eco-Center, located where the river meets the ocean, is a habitat for migratory birds. The center focuses on research, maintenance, and education about the ecology of the wetlands. The center not only has various programs, but also a wild animal treatment center, experience center, observatory and more.

Amnam-Park (암남공원)

11.7Km    2025-07-18

Die großartigen Aussichten auf die prächtigen Klippen und die mit Bäumen gesäumte Küste vom Amnam-Park lassen das blau-grüne Wasser mit der bewaldeten Landschaft verschmelzen.
Nach der Erklärung zum Schutzgebiet war der Zutritt zu diesem Gebiet verboten, bis es schließlich 1996 wieder der Öffentlichkeit zugänglich gemacht wurde, und Besucher zum ersten Mal die unberührte Landschaft erleben konnten.
Im Park kann man heute angeln, ein Observatorium besuchen und sich an Spazierwegen und einer erhabenen Brücke erfreuen. Die Fülle an Pinien entlang der Wege machen es zu einem angenehmen Spaziergang; auf dem Weg hinauf zum Observatorium bietet dieses gut beforstete Gebiet großartige Aussichten. Wenn Sie angeln möchten, können Sie dies auf dem Meer oder von den fantastisch geformten Felsen aus tun.
Es gibt eine berühmte Straße vom Songdo-Strand zum Amnam-Park, die beliebt ist für sehr gemütliche Fahrten. Die Fahrt dauert etwa 5 min., wenn Sie zu Fuß gehen wollen, brauchen Sie etwa 20 Minuten.

Haeundae Blueline Park (해운대 블루라인파크)

11.9Km    2025-10-23

116 Cheongsapo-ro, Haeundae-gu, Busan

Haeundae Blueline Park is an eco-friendly redevelopment of the former railroad facilities of the Donghae Nambu Line, a 4.8-kilometer-long stretch from Haeundae’s Mipo to Cheongsapo to Songjeong. It forms a part of the new core of the Haeundae Tourism Special Zone, an international tourist region in Busan that operates the Haeundae Beach Train and Haeundae Sky Capsule along Haeundae’s spectacular coastal scenery.
Haeundae Blueline Park consists of Haeundae Beach Train, a sightseeing train that serves as both a transportation option and a tourist train that runs round-trip from Mipo to Songjeong via Cheongsapo along the beautiful coastal scenery of East Busan; and Haeundae Sky Capsule, a romantic four-seater automatic capsule train that runs a 2-kilometer rail from 7 to 10 meters above sea level, along the coast from Mipo to Cheongsapo.

Yeongdo Lighthouse (영도 등대)

12.0Km    2024-03-06

181, Jeonmang-ro, Yeongdo-gu, Busan
+82-51-405-1201

Yeongdo Lighthouse, first lit in 1906, stands at Taejongdae Park. It houses a maritime library, galleries, an observatory, and a café. From the observatory, on clear days, you can even see as far as the Japanese island of Tsushima Island. At the base of the lighthouse, there's a sculpture of a woman turned into stone, waiting for her husband who went out to sea. You can reach it by walking from Taejongdae Park or taking the Taejongdae Danubi Train.