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UN Sculpture Park (UN조각공원)

4.8Km    2023-04-04

Daeyeong-dong, Nam-gu, Busan
+82-51-607-4541

UN Sculpture Park is located next to the UN Memorial Cemetery where the souls of UN soldiers who served in the Korean War rest in peace. The sculpture park exhibits 34 pieces of artworks created and donated by sculptors from 21 nations who provided support in the Korean War. These sculptures were created as a part of UN Memorial Park International Sculpture Symposium (September 15-30, 2000) that commemorated the 50th anniversary of the outbreak of the Korean War in honor of those who fought in the war. The UN Sculpture Park had its opening ceremony on October 24, 2001.

 

168 Stairs (168계단)

168 Stairs (168계단)

4.8Km    2023-01-03

9, Yeongcho-gil 197beon-gil, Dong-gu, Busan
+82-51-253-8253

This is the fastest way to go downhill from Sanbok road to Busan port. The stairs are known to be as tall as a 6-story building and have exactly 168 steps. In the past, there used to be 3 wells located at the bottom of the stairs, which locals would wait in line to draw water when there was insufficient water, but now, there is only one well with drinking water.

Gamman Creative Community Space (감만창의문화촌)

Gamman Creative Community Space (감만창의문화촌)

4.8Km    2024-02-26

84-1 Uam-ro, Nam-gu, Busan

Gamman Creative Community Space, transformed from a former school, mirrors modern Korea's vibrant culture with elements like playground equipment and classroom hallways. This unique venue hosts a variety of events all year round, including movie screenings, classical music festivals, diverse activities and performances, fairy tale photo zones, open studio events, and food trucks, making it a dynamic hub for community engagement and cultural experiences.

Choryang Ibagu-gil & Sanbok Road (초량 이바구길 & 산복도로)

Choryang Ibagu-gil & Sanbok Road (초량 이바구길 & 산복도로)

4.8Km    2019-01-23

Areas of Choryang-dong, Dong-gu, Busan-si

Located near Busan Station, Choryang Ibagu-gil street was formed when people started building houses on top of the hill during the time of poverty. An observatory, Ibagu Archive Center, Yu Chi-hwan Postbox, and other places perfect for photos can be seen along the road leading up to the hilltop. Atop the hill, a wide road known as the Sanbok Road features an open view of Busan's downtown within a sight. The night scene is especially beautiful from this road, as the lights from the neighborhood twinkle and gleam as the surrounding area gets darker.

Ebagu Crafts Workshop (이바구공작소)

Ebagu Crafts Workshop (이바구공작소)

4.9Km    2021-08-13

14-13, Mangyang-ro 486beon-gil, Dong-gu, Busan
+82-51-468-0289

Ebagu Crafts Workshop was created as part of an urban regeneration project centered along Sanbok Road. The workshop serves as an archive center for the stories of local residents in Sanbok Road, and a new planned exhibition is held every two months. Personal collections, as well as the history of locals living in this district are well preserved, creating a warehouse of cultural resources for the future.

* Opening Date: March 6, 2013

Olive Young - Namcheon Station Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 남천역)

Olive Young - Namcheon Station Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 남천역)

4.9Km    2024-04-18

384, Suyeong-ro, Suyeong-gu, Busan

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Olive Young - Busan Station Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 부산역)

Olive Young - Busan Station Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 부산역)

4.9Km    2024-04-18

1F, 197, Jungang-daero, Dong-gu, Busan

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UN Memorial Cemetery (재한유엔기념공원 (UN기념공원))

UN Memorial Cemetery (재한유엔기념공원 (UN기념공원))

4.9Km    2024-03-06

93 UN pyeonghwa-ro, Nam-gu, Busan
+82-51-625-0625

UN Memorial Cemetery in Korea stands as the sole UN cemetery globally, established by the UN Command in 1951 to inter fallen soldiers from the Korean War. Initially accommodating around 11,000 individuals, it later saw the repatriation of many, with 2,300 remains laid to rest. Soldiers from 11 nations, including the United States and the United Kingdom, find their final resting place here. The site features Memorial Service Hall, Memorabilia Hall, Wall of Remembrance, UN Forces Monument, and Unknown Soldier's Pathway.

Toyoko Inn Hotel - Busan Station Branch (토요코인호텔 (부산역1점))

Toyoko Inn Hotel - Busan Station Branch (토요코인호텔 (부산역1점))

4.9Km    2021-12-14

12, Jungang-daero 196beon-gil, Dong-gu, Busan
+82-51-466-1045

Toyoko Inn Hotel is Asia’s largest business hotel chain and has branches in the USA, Germany, the UK, and China in addition to 242 branches in Japan.

The Busan Station branch of Toyoko Inn Hotel is located within walking distance of Busan Station and offers clean and comfortable guestrooms at affordable prices. By eliminating frivolous services and facilities, Toyoko Inn Hotel is able to offer reduced room rates without sacrificing basic comforts.

The hotel operates under the mantra ‘comfortable and clean accommodation near the train station’ and is geared mainly towards business travelers who need some rest and relaxation before continuing on their way. Desktop computers with wireless internet connection are available at the lobby for guests’ convenience.

Almond Hotel [Korea Quality] / 아몬드호텔 [한국관광 품질인증/Korea Quality]

Almond Hotel [Korea Quality] / 아몬드호텔 [한국관광 품질인증/Korea Quality]

5.0Km    2021-03-29

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

This hotel is located less than 5 min away from Busan Station and is only about 1 km away from the Busan Port International Passenger Terminal, which makes it highly accessible. It has good connections to other areas in Busan, such as Nampo-dong, Yeongdo-gu, and Seomyeon, making it popular among business travelers. Rooms are quite spacious, and the existence of bathtubs in most rooms except some Premium Family rooms is also an attractive feature of this hotel. There are 77 rooms, divided into 7 types. Premium Family, a 3-person room, has one double and one single bed, while Premium Ondol is suited for a group of 4. Copying, printing, and faxing services are available for business travelers, and luggage storage service is available for up to 3 days. Choryang Ibagu-gil is reachable by foot from the hotel, and attractions such as Yongdusan Park, Bosu Book Street, Jagalchi Market, and Kangkangee Arts Village are reachable by car in 10 min.