Gimhae Astronomical Observatory (김해천문대)

17.1Km 2022-12-29

254, Gaya thema-gil, Gimhae-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-337-3785

Gimhae Astronomical Observatory opened on February 1, 2002 as part of the Millennium Commemorative Project that started in December 1998. It was built to satisfy the general public’s curiosity about the universe and celestial bodies, inspire young people, and give everyone a unique, memorable experience. The observatory is shaped like an egg, in memory of the legend of King Kim Suro, the founder of the Garak Kingdom, according to which the king was born from an egg.

It is said that the queen of King Suro, Heo Hwang-ok, was a princess from the Indian country of Ayuta. Since sophisticated navigation equipment had yet to be invented, it can be assumed that she found her way to the Garak Kingdom by following the stars. It is also said that a prince of the Garak Kingdom built an observatory on the highest point of a mud fortress in Jinrye in order to make astronomical observations. The place is still referred to as Bibidan, which means a place to watch the stars.

These historical facts indicate the stars were very important to the Gaya, an ancient kingdom established mainly in the Gimhae area. The peak of Bunseongsan Mountain, where the observatory is located, offers sweeping views of the entire area of Gimhae. The night sky of Gimhae offers a breathtaking sight.

National Maritime Museum (국립해양박물관)

17.2Km 2023-01-10

45 Haeyang-ro 301beon-gil, Yeongdo-gu, Busan
+82-51-309-1900

The National Maritime Museum is a comprehensive venue offering exhibitions on maritime culture, history, ocean life, science, and more. The exterior of the museum was designed to resemble a water droplet and is the third largest museum in Korea. The museum holds over 14,000 historic items and relics that have witnessed history and are relevant to the future of ocean life. These are on display in eight permanent exhibition halls, a special exhibition hall, and a children's exhibition hall. The museum also has a library, aquarium, grand auditorium, outdoor performance stage, and a 4D theatre for a multi-cultural experience.

Jeoryeonghaean Coastal Walking Trail (절영해안산책로)

17.3Km 2024-04-26

52 Haeansanchaek-gil, Yeongdo-gu, Busan

Jeoryeonghaean Coastal Walking Trail, once a restricted military area, stretches for 3 kilometers along the rocky coast of Busan. The 2-hour walking trail offers different views of Busan as it wind in and out of the rocks as well as providing fun sites along the way including a boat playground, stone towers, and colorful mosaics.

DIRAMS Korea Cancer Center Hospital(KCCH) (동남권원자력의학원 원자력병원)

17.4Km 2025-10-23

40 Jwadong-gil, Jangan-eup, Gijang-gun, Busan

DIRAMS Korea Cancer Center Hospital(KCCH) researches the medical use of radiation, and provides specialized cancer treatment, medical/radiation emergency care for residents of Korea’s southeast region. To fulfill these missions, we run a research center as well as a hospital. The research center focuses on practical use of radiation medicine by strengthening technology-leading translational research in radiation therapy, while the hospital caters to the needs and demands of the local community, including specialized cancer treatment, screening, and the care of international patients.
Building on more than 50 years of history and achievements in the field of radiation medicine in Korea, the DIRAMS KCCH is committed to diagnosing cancer and developing new treatment techniques. As a result, we have become one of the top cancer centers and radiation medicine research centers in Korea. We will advance further and become a world-class research and medical institution with systematic collaboration between doctors and researchers.

Marine Adventure Park (마린어드벤처파크)

17.4Km 2025-01-06

727 Taejong-ro, Yeongdo-gu, Busan

Marine Adventure Park is a park where visitors can enjoy thrilling marine sports on the blue sea of Busan. The jet boat, which sails the sea with 440 horsepower, is famous for its exhilarating speed and 360-degree turns. Moreover, round boats driven by jet skis and marble boats for four people constantly turn and shake the passengers off balance. Visitors can also enjoy SUP yoga on a stand-up paddle board on the sea. Packages consisting of two or three activities are cheaper than regular prices.

Huin-yeoul Coastal Tunnel (영도 흰여울해안터널)

17.5Km 2023-11-23

1044-6 Yeongseon-dong 4(sa)-ga, Yeongdo-gu, Busan
+82-51-403-1861

Huin-yeoul Coastal Tunnel was formed in December 2018 to help the elderly and the infirm walk smoothly without going through the steep stair section between the piano stairs and wave square near Jeoryeonghaean Coastal Trail. The 70 meter tunnel not only give easy walking route, there's also a photo zone, lightings and more for visitors to enjoy. The lights within the tunnel are lit from 09:00 to 23:00.

Dongsang Market (동상시장)

17.6Km 2025-10-23

25 Guji-ro 180beon-gil, Gimhae-si, Gyeongsangnam-do

Formed in 1945, Dongsang Market is a lifestyle-centric traditional market that offers a slew of daily necessities like vegetables, fruits, rice cakes, fishery products, and side dishes, as well as a popular alley specializing in Kalguksu (noodle soup). Designated as a cultural tourism market in 2017, it has since evolved into a vibrant space where traditional Korean culture harmoniously coexists with diverse global cultures. As more foreign workers have begun frequenting the market in recent years, a number of Asian grocery stalls have opened. In particular, vegetables favored by Southeast Asian customers, ritual foods, and Kalguksu (noodle soup) have become local specialties.

Kosin University Gospel Hospital (고신대학교복음병원)

17.9Km 2025-10-23

262 Gamcheon-ro, Seo-gu, Busan

Kosin University Gospel Hospital practices the love of Jesus Christ by providing patient-centered care, spreading the gospel, and training medical students.
We are committed to the health and well-being of our patients.

Founded as Gospel Clinic in Yeongdo, Busan, in 1951 during the Korean War, we opened the region's first cancer center in 1978. For over 70 years, we have provided distinguished medical services guided by Christian values.

We lead the region’s healthcare industry, guided by our core values: innovation and self-direction, recovery and future orientation, communication and mutual trust, and love and goodness. As a tertiary hospital at the top of the healthcare delivery system, we treat severe diseases at our cancer center founded in 1978. We also opened the region's first advanced robotic surgery training center, inspired by Dr. Jang Gi-ryeo, to train both Korean and international medical professionals. Additionally, we are committed to innovative treatments by introducing AI-based medical technologies, aligning with the 4th Industrial Revolution.

Tomb of King Suro (수로왕릉)

18.1Km 2024-01-23

26 Garak-ro 93beon-gil, Gimhae-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-332-1094

King Suro founded the Garak Kingdom in AD 42 and married Heo Hwang-ok, a princess from the Indian country of Ayuta, in AD 48. He was the founder of the Gimhae Kim family. Heo Yeop, a Yeongnam governor, gave the tomb its current look in the 13th year of the reign of King Seonjo (1580). The tomb compound includes various buildings, including the Sungseonjeon (where the ancestral tablets of King Suro and his queen are kept), Anhyanggak, Jeonsacheong, and Jegigo, as well as stone structures, such as a sindobi (tombstone) and gongjeokbi (monument established to pay homage the deceased). The tombstone in front of the royal tomb was built in the 25th year of the reign of King Injo (1647) of the Joseon dynasty. The name Sungseonjeon was bestowed on the tomb by King Gojong in the 21st year of his reign (1884).

Gimhae Korean-style house [Korea Quality] / 김해한옥체험관 [한국관광 품질인증]

18.1Km 2023-10-25

40 , Wangneung-gil, Gimhae-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-322-4735~6

The Hanok Experience Center in Gimhae, Gyeongsangnam-do, offers guests a taste of old-time hanok life. Rooms are furnished with traditional items, while the spacious wooden floor can be used as a meeting room. Rooms in the sarangchae are on the small side but have an upper floor with scenic views. The room in the annexe building has a traditional sleeping mat surrounded by a large folding screen, and feels like a scene from a historical drama. Each room has a modern bathroom, There is a traditional experience program, and information services in English and Japanese.

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