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Haeundae Dongbaekseom Island (해운대 동백섬)

Haeundae Dongbaekseom Island (해운대 동백섬)

9.3Km    2025-07-04

67 Dongbaek-ro, Haeundae-gu, Busan
+82-51-749-4072

Dongbaekseom Island (Island of Camellias) is an island located off one end of Busan's famous Haeundae Beach. Although the years of sedimentation have connected the island to the mainland, Dongbaekseom was originally an island and is still referred to as one.

Dongbaekseom Island is easy to navigate thanks to the walking path that is built around it. The island has several attractions, including the monument inscribed with a poem of scholar Choi Chi-won, the mermaid statue based on the legend of Princess Hwagok, and the Nurimaru APEC House. It also offers fantastic views of the Busan shoreline towards Mipo, Dalmaji Hill, Gwangangdaegyo Bridge, and Oryukdo Island. As the name suggests, camellias burst into bloom everywhere on the island from winter to spring.

Dongbaekseom Island (동백공원)

Dongbaekseom Island (동백공원)

9.3Km    2021-12-17

U-dong, Haeundae-gu, Busan
+82-51-749-4491

Located near the south end of Haeundae Beach, Dongbaekseom Island was designated as a park in September 1, 1966. The island is full of dongbaek and pine trees and is connected to the main land by a bridge. The island also has a popular walking trail as well as badminton court, benches and restrooms.

Olive Young - Haeundae Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 해운대)

Olive Young - Haeundae Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 해운대)

9.3Km    2024-04-22

42, Gunam-ro, Haeundae-gu, Busan

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Busan Haeundae Market (부산 해운대시장)

Busan Haeundae Market (부산 해운대시장)

9.3Km    2025-10-23

22-1 Gunam-ro 41beon-gil, Haeundae-gu, Busan
+82-51-746-3001

Busan Haeundae Market is a popular market most often visited during vacation seasons due to the fact that it is conveniently located near Haeundae Beach. There are many things to see and buy as well as much to eat as the market offers a wide range of products for sale. Fresh vegetables, meat and seafood are available at low prices as well.

◎ Travel information to meet Hallyu’s charm – TV series “Strong Girl Nam-soon”
Nam-soon and her Mongolian mother explored Haeundae Market, often known as “Sea Eel Alley,” where the smell of grilled sea eel fills the air at every corner. With fresh seafood to taste and the beach just a short walk away, this bustling market radiates vibrant energy year-round.

E-Mart - Haeundae Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (이마트 해운대)

9.3Km    2024-04-22

511, Jwadongsunhwan-ro, Haeundae-gu, Busan

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Aimerfeel - Kyungsung Univ. Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (에메필 경성대)

Aimerfeel - Kyungsung Univ. Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (에메필 경성대)

9.3Km    2024-04-18

1F, 18-1, Yongso-ro, Nam-gu, Busan

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Sunset Hotel [Korea Quality] / 선셋호텔 [한국관광 품질인증]

Sunset Hotel [Korea Quality] / 선셋호텔 [한국관광 품질인증]

9.4Km    2024-06-26

46 , Gunam-ro, Haeundae-gu, Busan
+82-51-730-9900

Located in Haeundae, Busan, Sunset Business Hotel opened in 2008, and offers luxurious rooms categorized as either ‘modern’, ‘cozy’, or ‘classic’, Customer service is good. Room balconies look out onto Haeundae Beach, and in room bathtubs you can lie back and see both sea and sky!

Haeundae Tourist Information Center (해운대관광안내소)

Haeundae Tourist Information Center (해운대관광안내소)

9.4Km    2025-03-15

264 Haeundaehaebyeon-ro, Haeundae-gu, Busan

Haeundae Tourist Information Center, located next to the Busan Aquarium, provides information about tourist attractions and programs. Visitors can obtain leaflets, travel maps, and guidebooks to make their trip more convenient. Right next to the Information Center is the Haeundae Souvenir Shop, where visitors can purchase a variety of Haeundae-themed souvenirs, such as camellia tote bags, mugs, magnets, and accessories.

Haeundae Beach (해운대해수욕장)

Haeundae Beach (해운대해수욕장)

9.4Km    2025-10-23

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.

◎ Travel information to meet Hallyu’s charm – TV series "Strong Girl Nam-soon"
Here, Nam-soon and her Mongolian mother shared a joyful moment creating the word “바다” (sea) with seashells on the sandy beach and taking pictures together.