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Halmae Jaecheopguk (할매재첩국)

Halmae Jaecheopguk (할매재첩국)

4.9Km    2019-12-16

8, Gwangnam-ro 120beon-gil, Suyeong-gu, Busan
+82-51-751-7658

Located in Gwangan 2-dong, Suyeong-gu, Busan, Halmae (meaning "grandmother" in Busan dialect) Jaecheopguk has a long history of selling jaecheopguk (clear shellfish soup) made with jaecheop, or shellfish, caught from the nearby Gupo area to people who sought refuge in Busan during the Korean War.

Each bowl of cool tasting broth has abundant amounts of jaecheop. Jaecheop has long been widely used as an ingredient to help in relieving hangover symptoms.

Himart - Busan Station Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (하이마트 부산역)

Himart - Busan Station Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (하이마트 부산역)

4.9Km    2024-06-26

157, Jungang-daero, Jung-gu, Busan

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Bcent Hotel (비센트호텔)

Bcent Hotel (비센트호텔)

5.0Km    2024-12-22

64 , Chungjang-daero 9beon-gil, Jung-gu, Busan
+82-51-442-2338

B.cent Hotel in Jungang-dong, Jung-gu, Busan, is a modern hotel offering sophisticated design and high-quality service. Rooms are spacious and pleasant with high-quality furniture and bedding. The hotel is adjacent to Busan Station, Busan Port Passenger Terminal and Gimhae Airport, making it convenient for both domestic and international travellers. The location also offers easy access to Busan shopping, culture, and tourist attractions.

Olive Young - Busan W Square Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 부산W스퀘어점)

5.0Km    2024-06-27

#1004 and #1005, 145, Bunpo-ro, Nam-gu, Busan

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Gwangalli Eobang Festival (광안리어방축제)

Gwangalli Eobang Festival (광안리어방축제)

5.0Km    2025-01-03

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.

Gugine Nakji Bokkeum (국이네 낙지볶음)

5.0Km    2023-12-04

410 Yeonsu-ro, Suyeong-gu, Busan

Gugine Nakji Bokkeum is an octopus restaurant that local people in Busan frequently visit. The restaurant sticks to the essentials of octopus cuisine: nak gop sae (stir-fried octopus, small intestine and shrimp), a fantastic combination of octopus and tripe; sannakji jeongol (octopus hot pot); and hot seaweed-flavored yeonpo tang (octopus soup). Among these, the most famous menu is nak gop sae. Nak gop sae is a stew made with octopus, small beef or pork intestines, and shrimp together with various vegetables. Although it originated in Busan, it is now a popular dish throughout Korea for its spiciness and unique flavors. Gugine Nakji Bokkeum offers spiciness options, allowing their customers to choose between spicy and mild flavors. Visitors used to spicy food are recommended to try the spicy version while those who are not used to spicy food can enjoy the flavor combination created by the ingredients by choosing the mild version. Visitors are advised to visit early if possible as there may be a queue during peak hours.

Marine Buffet (마린뷔페)

5.0Km    2016-11-11

52, Chungjang-daero 9beon-gil, Jung-gu, Busan

Marine Buffet offers tasty food cooked with fresh vegetables and natural ingredients along with a panoramic view of Busan Port and the city of Busan. Especially for foreigners, various kinds of foods including Japanese, Chinese, and Western style foods are prepared. Also, an on-site grill corner is set up to offer grilled beef (galbi).

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

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

5.1Km    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.

Homers Hotel (호메르스호텔)

Homers Hotel (호메르스호텔)

5.1Km    2021-06-30

217, Gwanganhaebyeon-ro, Suyeong-gu, Busan
+82-51-750-8000

Homers Hotel sits along the beach at the end of beautiful Gwangandaegyo Bridge, offering not only a cool coastal breeze, but also a picturesque view of the city skyline. As a boutique hotel, Homers is the picture of comfort and luxury. Most rooms in the 20-story building have an ocean view and offer room service 24/7. Facilities include restaurants, a sky lounge, a wedding hall, a banquet room, a fitness club, and a large parking lot that stretches from B1 to B4. Nearby tourist attractions include Gwangalli Beach and Haeundae Beach, an aquarium, and dried fish market.

Gwangalli Beach (광안리해수욕장)

Gwangalli Beach (광안리해수욕장)

5.1Km    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.