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Haedong Yonggungsa Temple (해동 용궁사(부산))

Haedong Yonggungsa Temple (해동 용궁사(부산))

8.0Km    2025-10-23

86 Yonggung-gil, Gijang-gun, Busan

Haedong Yonggungsa Temple is situated on the coast of the north-eastern portion of Busan. This superb attraction offers visitors the rare find of a temple along the shore line as most temples in Korea are located in the mountains. Haedong Yonggungsa Temple was first built in 1376 by the great Buddhist teacher known as Naong during the Goryeo dynasty.

The temple was destroyed during the Imjin War, then rebuilt by Monk Ungang of Tongdosa Temple in the early 1930s. In 1974, Monk Jeongam became the abbot of the monastery with the duty to restore of the temple. During his 100-day prayer, he had a dream of Aalokitesvara Bodhisattva ascending to the heavens on a dragon's back, which became the origin of the temple's name. 

Hocheon Village (호천마을)

8.1Km    2025-04-10

491 Eomgwang-ro, Busanjin-gu, Busan

Located in the Busanjin-gu district of Busan, the Hocehon Village is famous for its colorful houses, which provide a stunning backdrop for photos. As the night dawns, the warm-lamps-lit streets with colorful houses create a romantic atmosphere, making it one of the top places to visit for night views. The village became well known after getting featured in various dramas and movies, including the popular drama “Fight My Way (2017).” Another highlight of Hocehon Village is the 180-step staircase adorned with a stunning fish mural. The Hocheon Village Cultural Platform at the Village provides residents and creators with opportunities to sell their products and participate in cultural experiences and educational activities.  

Samgwangsa Temple (삼광사)

Samgwangsa Temple (삼광사)

8.3Km    2025-02-06

77 Choeupcheon-ro 43beon-gil, Busanjin-gu, Busan
+82-51-808-7111

Samgwangsa Temple is a Buddhist temple located on the slopes of Baegyangsan Mountain in downtown Busan. It houses various structures including the Daeungbojeon Hall, Bell Pavilion, and the Daebotap Tower, which stands at a x_height of 30 meters. The Daebotap Tower enshrines Buddha's relic brought from Tibet, Myanmar, and India. The temple offers different types of temple stays such as one-day, relaxation-oriented, and experiential stays. Visitors can participate in temple etiquette, tea ceremony experiences, 108 prostrations and meditation, Buddhist services, formal meal, and traditional cultural experiences tailored for foreigners.

Ttangmoesan Mountain (땅뫼산)

Ttangmoesan Mountain (땅뫼산)

8.8Km    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.

Gijang Haenyeo Village (Yeonhwari Hoetchon Village) (기장해녀촌(연화리횟촌))

9.8Km    2023-02-06

184, Yeonhwa 1-gil, Gijang-gun, Busan
+82-51-409-4066

Yeonhwari Hoetchon Village is located within 5 minutes by car from Daebyeon Port. Around 50 hoe (sliced raw fish) restaurants are in business around Yeonhwa Port, where visitors can enjoy the superb view of Jukdo Island. In particular, raw fish is cut in different shapes depending on the meat, and redfish is usually made thicker than white fish. White fish should be thinly sliced and soaked in cold water to fully enjoy it; as the meat shrinks, the texture is amazing. The chef's generosity and eloquence make the fish taste even more delicious and memorable.

THE B.S HOTEL, Busan station  / THE B.S호텔(더비에스호텔)

THE B.S HOTEL, Busan station / THE B.S호텔(더비에스호텔)

10.0Km    2025-03-05

7-11 , Jungang-daero 236beon-gil, Dong-gu, Busan
+82-51-466-8400, +82-10-7365-8400

Hotel BS (it stands for Best Service) is a friendly business hotel in Gumi-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do. It offers a range of room types suitable for both business travelers and tourists. The suite condo consists of two bedrooms and a living room, plus an outside terrace and basic cooking facilities - making it ideal for families. The lobby is equipped with a public PC and printer, a water purifier, and a microwave; coffee is also provided. Gumi rail station is a short bus-ride away; pickup can be arranged.

Hound Hotel Busan Station (하운드호텔 부산역점)

Hound Hotel Busan Station (하운드호텔 부산역점)

10.1Km    2025-06-04

9 , Jungang-daero 236beon-gil, Dong-gu, Busan
+82-51-464-2000

Situated between Busan Station and Choryang Subway Station, Hound Hotel Busan Station is close to KTX Busan Station and Busan Port International Passenger Terminal, providing easy access to the city. It offers a wide range of rooms, including bedrooms and ondol (underfloor heated) rooms. The Deluxe Double Terrace offers a panoramic view of Choryang-dong, and the Family Suite Twin is a popular choice among families. The rooftop on the 12th floor is the highlight of the hotel. Throughout the year, guests can enjoy a great view of downtown Busan from the rooftop pool. Rooms are equipped with virus sterilizers, steam closets, and Netflix access.

KJ Globaltour.Co.,Ltd (케이제이글로벌투어 주식회사)

10.2Km    2025-10-23

(#303, Hando Building), 3-6 Jungang-daero 226beon-gil, Dong-gu, Busan

KJ Global Tour is a nationally certified organization for attracting international patients, established to provide excellent medical technology and top-notch services from Korea’s leading hospitals in a convenient manner. 
With many years of experience in both the medical and tourism sectors, the staff at KJ Global Tour are highly reliable and committed to ensuring your satisfaction. 

We believe that your satisfaction is integral to the growth of KJ Global Tour. Therefore, we are dedicated to delivering a wide range of specialized services tailored to your needs.

Please feel free to reach out to KJ Global Tour at any time

Hotel Gwangjang (광장호텔)

Hotel Gwangjang (광장호텔)

10.3Km    2025-01-07

7, Jungang-daero 214beon-gil, Dong-gu, Busan
+82-51-464-3141

Hotel Gwangjang is located near Busan Station Plaza in the heart of the port city Busan. The hotel underwent a major reconstruction work in 2002 to provide better quality rooms that offer both comfort and convenience. The hotel continues to provide excellent service to accommodate guests' needs.

Almond Hotel (아몬드호텔)

Almond Hotel (아몬드호텔)

10.5Km    2024-12-22

12-5 , Jungang-daero 196beon-gil, Dong-gu, Busan
+82-51-469-1918, +82-51-469-1919

A five-minute walk from Busan Station and 1 km from the Busan Port Passenger Terminal, Hotel Almond is highly convenient for public transport and particularly popular with business travelers. Its spacious guestrooms are divided into ondol type and bedroom type rooms, and most of them come with a large bathtub. The hotel provies photocopying, printing, faxing and luggage storage services. Nearby tourist attractions include Choryangibagu-gil, Yongdusan Park, Bosu-dong Bookstore Alley, and Jagalchi Market.