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National Maritime Museum (국립해양박물관)

12.4Km    2023-01-10

45 Haeyang-ro 301beon-gil, Yeongdo-gu, Busan
+82-51-309-1900

The National Maritime Museum is a comprehensive venue offering exhibitions on maritime culture, history, ocean life, science, and more. The exterior of the museum was designed to resemble a water droplet and is the third largest museum in Korea. The museum holds over 14,000 historic items and relics that have witnessed history and are relevant to the future of ocean life. These are on display in eight permanent exhibition halls, a special exhibition hall, and a children's exhibition hall. The museum also has a library, aquarium, grand auditorium, outdoor performance stage, and a 4D theatre for a multi-cultural experience.

Busan International Rock Festival (부산국제록페스티벌)

Busan International Rock Festival (부산국제록페스티벌)

12.4Km    2024-10-23

Samnak-dong, Sasang-gu, Busan
+82-51-713-5000

Busan International Rock Festival is a leading music festival in Korea, representing the openness and youth of the coastal city of Busan. The festival is organized with the goals of discovering new musical talent, revitalizing the music industry, and celebrating indie bands. Along with the international film festival in October, the Busan International Rock Festival has played a vital role in promoting the artistic affluence of Busan, the largest port city in South Korea. The festival is widely recognized as strengthening ties between renowned musicians worldwide. It is a fun and widely attended event that is a must-see for any rock music fan in Korea.

Marine Adventure Park (마린어드벤처파크)

Marine Adventure Park (마린어드벤처파크)

12.5Km    2024-03-29

727 Taejong-ro, Yeongdo-gu, Busan

Marine Adventure Park is a park where visitors can enjoy thrilling marine sports on the blue sea of Busan. The jet boat, which sails the sea with 440 horsepower, is famous for its exhilarating speed and 360-degree turns. Moreover, round boats driven by jet skis and marble boats for four people constantly turn and shake the passengers off balance. Visitors can also enjoy SUP yoga on a stand-up paddle board on the sea. Packages consisting of two or three activities are cheaper than regular prices.

ET Land - Mega Mart Gijang [Tax Refund Shop] (전자랜드 메가마트기장)

ET Land - Mega Mart Gijang [Tax Refund Shop] (전자랜드 메가마트기장)

12.6Km    2024-04-22

673, Gijang-daero, Ilgwang-eup, Gijang-gun, Busan

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Mega Mart - Gijang Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (메가마트 기장점)

Mega Mart - Gijang Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (메가마트 기장점)

12.6Km    2024-04-23

673, Gijang-daero, Ilgwang-eup, Gijang-gun, Busan

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Busan Hongbeopsa Temple (홍법사(부산))

Busan Hongbeopsa Temple (홍법사(부산))

12.7Km    2022-12-27

202, Dugu-ro 33beon-gil, Geumjeong-gu, Busan
+82-51-508-0345

Hongbeopsa Temple is located in Geumjeong dugu-dong, Busan and is known for the largest bronze Amida Buddha Statue in Korea at 21 meters. Surrounded by Cheolmasan Mountain and Geumjeongsan Mountain, a beautiful scenery stretching out to Suyonggang River makes one feel as if you were in Yeonhwajang, an ideal world in Buddhism that is filled with lotus flowers.

The temple has training rooms for visitors to practice meditation as well as a bust statue of Gandhi, donated by the Government of India to celebrate the 40th anniversary of diplomatic relationship between Korea and India. The temple has a wealth of attractions that cannot be seen in other temples of Korea such as huge statue of Buddha, India Cultural Center, Jeokmyeolbogung Palace, and beautiful gardens, luring an increasing number of tourists every year.

Dongsam-dong Buljjamppong (동삼동불짬뽕)

12.7Km    2023-08-14

21 , Dongsamnam-ro, Yeongdo-gu, Busan

Dongsam-dong Buljjamppong specializes in serving Korean-style Chinese cuisine such as jjajangmyeon (noodles in black bean sauce), jjamppong (spicy seafood noodle soup), and tangsuyuk (deep-fried pork with sweet and sour sauce). The restaurant's most popular menu is jjamppong available in four different spiciness levels. Level 1 is regular jjamppong, while levels 3 and 4 are for the those who seek to challenge the extreme. Visitors who are not used to spicy food are advised to choose a different menu.

Beach Motel [Korea Quality] / 비치모텔 [한국관광 품질인증]

Beach Motel [Korea Quality] / 비치모텔 [한국관광 품질인증]

13.1Km    2020-12-10

12, Harihaean-gil, Yeongdo-gu, Busan
+82-10-2951-7230

The Beach Motel is located on a beach about 8km away from Busan Station. It is on the way to Taejongdae after passing through Yeongdo Bridge. All the 29 rooms of the motel command a good view of the sea. Water, coffee and other beverages are available in the lobby on 1F 24 hours a day. Breakfast is set with bread and eggs until 9 AM. It is possible to boil simple food in the room with the coffee pot. Wi-Fi is available in eery room. Inquire about laundry service at the counter. Maximum 4 persons can stay in the ordinary room though there is extra charge for the number of persons exceeding the standard number of persons in a room. Proper bedclothes will be provided. The motel is good for a traveler who wants to spend a leisurely time near the beach of Busan. Many people come to the motel on business trips because of its cost-effectiveness and good view and clean facilities. There are numerous tourist attractions near the place including Yeongdo Bridge, Taejongdae, Songdo Beach, Yigidae Urban Natural Park and Sinseondae.

Busan Gamcheon Culture Village (부산 감천문화마을)

Busan Gamcheon Culture Village (부산 감천문화마을)

13.2Km    2024-11-11

203 Gamnae 2-ro, Saha-gu, Busan

Gamcheon Culture Villiage was formed by refugees of the Korean war who built their houses in staircase-fashion on the foothills of a coastal mountain. The many alleys that cut through this community are vibrantly decorated with murals and sculptures created by the residents. Today, it is a popular attraction in Busan visited by a number of tourists every year.

Jeoryeonghaean Coastal Walking Trail (절영해안산책로)

13.2Km    2024-04-26

52 Haeansanchaek-gil, Yeongdo-gu, Busan

Jeoryeonghaean Coastal Walking Trail, once a restricted military area, stretches for 3 kilometers along the rocky coast of Busan. The 2-hour walking trail offers different views of Busan as it wind in and out of the rocks as well as providing fun sites along the way including a boat playground, stone towers, and colorful mosaics.