Samgwangsa Temple (삼광사)

6.1Km 2024-03-06

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.

Samgwangsa Temple Lantern Festival (삼광사 연등축제)

6.2Km 2021-07-23

29-7, Choeupcheon-ro 33beon-gil, Busanjin-gu, Busan
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-51-808-7111

Samgwangsa Temple annually holds its famous lantern festival, with over 40,000 lanterns to celebrate the birthday of Buddha. Visitors can see lanterns in a variety of colors and formations, including a tunnel, along with various events.

Gugine Nakji Bokkeum (국이네 낙지볶음)

6.2Km 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.

Apgujeong Hanu Galbi (압구정한우갈비)

6.2Km 2024-02-26

61 Cheongnyong-ro, Geumjeong-gu, Busan
051-512-0025

Apgujeong Hanu Galbi is a restaurant renowned for its Korean beef galbi. The highlight of their menu is galbisal gui (grilled boneless galbi), notable for its tender meat and rich flavors. A simple seasoning of salt and pepper brings out its great taste. The restaurant also offers a selection of other beef cuts, including ribeye, marinated galbi, thin skirt, and whole galbi. Among the side dishes, dolsotbap (hot stone pot rice) stands out, offering freshly cooked rice with a savory, crispy layer of scorched rice at the bottom. Additionally, patrons have the option to enjoy their meal on the restaurant's terrace.

Busan Lotus Lantern Festival (부산연등축제)

6.2Km 2023-04-07

121-1, Dongseong-ro 112beon-gil, Busanjin-gu, Busan
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-51-867-0501

The Busan Lotus Lantern Festival is an annual tradition that provides visitors with an opportunity to experience Buddhist culture through the many activities offered. To celebrate Buddha's birthday, splendid lotus lanterns in different shapes and sizes are on display. The main events are the Grand Buddhist Ceremony and the Lotus Lantern Parade, both of which attract a lot of spectators regardless of their personal religous beliefs.

Geumjeongsan Mountain (Busan National Geopark) (금정산 (부산 국가지질공원))

6.3Km 2019-11-20

Geumseong-dong, Geumjeong-gu, Busan
+82-51-888-3636

Geumjeongsan Mountain was created by an overflow of magma approximately 70 million years ago. Over time, rain and wind shaped the mountain to what it is now, with gentle slopes and unique rock formations. The mountain features various walking trails and historical attractions, such as Beomeosa Temple and Geumjeongsanseong Fortress.

Olive Young - Busan Suyeong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 부산수영)

6.3Km 2024-04-18

703, Suyeong-ro, Suyeong-gu, Busan

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Sohyang Theater Shinhan Card Hall (소향씨어터신한카드홀)

6.3Km 2023-10-30

55 Centum jungang-ro, Haeundae-gu, Busan

Sohyang Theater Shinhan Card Hall is located in front of Busan Cinema Center, in the middle of Centum City. The 1,100-seat theater specializes in musicals, but can also be rented out for concerts, plays, operas, and other performing arts events.

Olive Young - Centum Jungang-ro Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 센텀중앙로 [사후면세점])

6.3Km 2024-04-18

Store #101, #102, 21, Centum 6-ro, Haeundae-gu, Busan

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Utopia Tourist Hotel (유토피아관광호텔)

6.4Km 2021-04-02

133, Muhak-ro 9beon-gil, Suyeong-gu, Busan
+82-51-757-1100

Located between Busan's famous Haeundae and Gwanganli beaches, Utopia Tourist Hotel is an ideal accommodation for beach-goers. Guests can take advantage of the hotel's proximity to Suyeong Rotary, the traffic hub of Busan, to visit nearby attractions such as Busan Exhibition & Convention Center (BEXCO), Trade Exhibition Center and the yacht racing site, or other tourist sites in the city. The hotel has various facilities to provide comfort to visitors during their stay.

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