Gwangalli Eobang Festival (광안리어방축제)

5.3Km 2025-07-11

219 Gwanganhaebyeon-ro, Suyeong-gu, Busan
+82-51-610-4062

The Gwangalli Eobang Festival, held on the famous Gwangalli Beach, known for its fireworks and drone shows, aims to showcase Gwangalli‘s rich history beyond its popularity as a tourist destination. The festival is a manifestation of the history and cultural value of Jwasuyeong Eobang Nori (Fishing Village Festival of the Left Naval Headquarters), a national intangible cultural heritage of Korea. The festival provides attractions and activities of a fishing village that retains its tradition and elements of modernity. A street parade reenacts the procession of Gyeongsang Jwasusa, commander of the Busan naval forces during the Joseon Dynasty. Visitors can check out the musical Eobang, which is the main event of the festival, as well as more than 20 exhibitions and activities in the folk village. The village has recreated the old naval barracks and fishing villages, and actors dressed as jwasusa, sugun (navy soldier), and jumo (barmaid) go around the village to entertain visitors.

◎ Eobang
Following the establishment of Gyeongsang Jwasuyeong (naval forces) in the Suyeong regions during the Joseon Dynasty, the affiliation “Eobang” was formed between the naval forces and local fishermen. “Eobang” holds a similar meaning to the fishery cooperatives of today.

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

5.4Km 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.

Gwangalli Beach (광안리해수욕장)

5.4Km 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)

5.4Km 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.

Suyeong Sajeok Park (수영사적공원)

5.4Km 2021-08-06

43, Suyeongseong-ro, Suyeong-gu, Busan
+82-51-610-4372

Suyeong-gu of Busan is a historical district nestled between Geumnyeonsan Mountain and Gwangalli Beach. It was the site of the Gyeongsang Jwado Marine Headquarters during the Joseon dynasty. In fact, its name 'Suyeong' was derived from 'Sugunjeoldosayeong,' meaning 'marine headquarters.'

The Suyeong Sajeok Park was established in commemoration of the spirit of the Suyeong residents. It is designed to show their maritime lifestyle.

LG Best Shop - Busan Nat’l Univ. of Education Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (엘지베스트샵 부산교대점)

5.5Km 2024-04-19

1242, Jungang-daero, Yeonje-gu, Busan

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Olive Young - Yeonsan Togok Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 연산토곡점)

5.5Km 2024-06-26

112 Gwajeong-ro, Yeonje-gu, Busan

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Democracy Park (민주공원)

5.5Km 2021-02-24

19, Minjugongwon-gil, Jung-gu, Busan
+82-51-790-7400

Busan Democracy Park was created to commemorate and continue the spirit of Busan residents who significantly devoted their lives during the 4.19 Revolution, Buma (Busan and Masan) Democratic Movement and June Democratic Movement.

The park has several amenities such as a Grand Hall, Cubby Hall, and an arboretum. The Grand Hall is used to hold international conferences, academic events, lectures, and performing arts while the Cubby Hall is used for small conferences, lectures and a film theater.

Olive Young - Busan Suyeong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 부산수영)

5.5Km 2024-04-18

703, Suyeong-ro, Suyeong-gu, Busan

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

5.5Km 2024-04-17

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

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