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Haeundae Special Tourist Zone (해운대 관광특구)

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.

Huinnyeoul Culture Village (흰여울문화마을)

Huinnyeoul Culture Village (흰여울문화마을)

8.8Km    2024-04-26

379 Huinnyeoul-gil, Yeongdo-gu, Busan

Huinnyeoul Cultural Village is a cultural community village. Huinnyeoul-gil, a representative original downtown area of ​​Busan, was named for its meandering stream that resembles the appearance of white snowfall at the foot of Bongnaesan Mountain. In December 2011, old houses was remodeled and reborned as a unique culture and art village that exudes the energy of Yeongdo.


Wata Plus [Tax Refund Shop] (와타플러스 해운대)

Wata Plus [Tax Refund Shop] (와타플러스 해운대)

8.8Km    2024-04-23

#105, 9, Gunam-ro, Haeundae-gu, Busan

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Davich Optical - Haeundae Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (다비치안경 해운대)

Davich Optical - Haeundae Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (다비치안경 해운대)

8.8Km    2024-04-18

11-1, Gunam-ro, Haeundae-gu, Busan

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ER NC Department Store - Busan Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (ER NC백화점 부산대)

ER NC Department Store - Busan Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (ER NC백화점 부산대)

8.8Km    2024-04-23

2, Busandaehak-ro 63beon-gil, Geumjeong-gu, Busan

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Haeundae Beach (해운대해수욕장)

Haeundae Beach (해운대해수욕장)

8.8Km    2024-10-31

264 Haeundaehaebyeon-ro, Haeundae-gu, Busan
+82-51-749-5700

Haeundae Beach is the most famous beach in Busan. The white sand beach is roughly 1.5 kilometers long, over a 30- to 50-meter wide area, creating a beautiful coastline before a shallow bay, making it perfect for swimming.

People flock to Haeundae Beach every summer. All kinds of accommodations from luxury hotels to private guesthouses have developed in the area around the beach, making this the perfect summer vacation spot. Haeundae Beach is also famous for various cultural events and festivals held throughout the year. Other facilities in the area include Dongbaekseom Island, Busan Aquarium, a yachting dock, BEXCO, driving courses and more.

Busan International Dance Festival (부산국제무용제)

Busan International Dance Festival (부산국제무용제)

8.8Km    2024-05-28

U-dong, Haeundae-gu, Busan
+82-51-868-7881~2

The Busan International Dance Festival (BIDF) is one of the largest dance festivals in Korea. Dancers taking the stage in Haeundae hail from all over the world. Visitors can be assured to experience an eclectic mix of dancing that showcases a variety of excellent dance styles: classical ballet, modern dance, and more.

Lotte Mart - Sasang Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (롯데마트 사상점)

Lotte Mart - Sasang Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (롯데마트 사상점)

8.8Km    2024-04-22

733, Nakdong-daero, Sasang-gu, Busan

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