Haeundae Special Tourist Zone (해운대 관광특구)

10.6Km 2021-03-05

Haeundae-gu, Busan
+82-51-749-5700

Haeundae Beach in Busan is famous both in Korea and abroad. Not only is it popular as the largest summer vacation spot, but it also attracts people even in spring, autumn and winter for its variety of festivals and events, such as the Busan International Film Festival, the International Yacht Race and the Haeundae Sunrise Festival. These festivals help keep Haeundae busy as a popular tourist site all year round.

With Haeundae Beach at its center, Haeundae Special Tourist Zone offers diverse marine leisure activities and fresh seafood. The zone has transformed itself from a typical vacation spot into a destination where one can stay long-term while enjoying leisure activities and cultural events. Today, the zone attracts an increasing number of tourists from around the globe.

The zone not only has natural resources, such as Haeundae Beach, Dongbaekseom Island, Dalmaji Hill and sea water hot springs, but also a convention center and IT complex. Well-equipped with cultural facilities, including movie sets, art galleries and aquariums, it is a qualified destination for MICE (Meeting, Incentive tour, Convention and Exhibition) tourists.

The coastal drive course is another way to enjoy Haeundae Beach. Moontan Road, offering a grand night view and various walking trails, including Galmaet-gil lying along the coastline, should not be missed as well.

The skyline at Haeundae underwent a dramatic change with the advent of Centum City. At night, the city skyline that is brilliantly illuminated by the high-end residential/commercial buildings captivates travelers. Inside Centum City are luxury apartments and a grand shopping complex, including a department store and a retail outlet.

* Current State of Haeundae Special Tourist Zone
1) Districts Covered: Areas around Jung, Songjeong, Jaesong and U-dong (Centum City), Haeundae-gu, Busan
2) Area: 6,225,000 ㎡

* Tourist Attractions
Haeundae and Songjeong Beach, Dongbaek Island, Oryukdo Island, Centum City, Aquarium, Haeundae Hot Springs, etc.

Olive Young - Marine City Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 마린시티)

10.6Km 2024-04-22

#102, 127, Marine city 1-ro, Haeundae-gu, Busan

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Hanwha Resort Haeundae (한화리조트 해운대)

10.6Km 2025-03-16

52, Marine city 3-ro, Haeundae-gu, Busan
+82-51-749-5500

Hanwha Resort Haeundae is a grand oceanside hotel, offering beautiful views of the ocean from every room. Additional amenities include banquet halls, seminar rooms, a sauna, business center and more. Visitors especially love the sky lounge, located on the 32nd floor, for its outstanding views, luxury interior design, and live classical music.

Halmae Jaecheopguk (할매재첩국)

10.6Km 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.

Cloud 32 (클라우드32)

10.6Km 2019-05-14

52, Marine city 3-ro, Haeundae-gu, Busan
+82-51-749-5320

Cloud32 is an authentic Italian restaurant and bar, featuring the best views in Haeundae. The panoramic view over the beach includes Gwangandaegyo Bridge and Oryukdo Island. It offers a selection of dishes cooked with only fresh ingredients, alcoholic beverages ranging from whiskey and beer to wine and cocktails, along with five star hotel level service.

Nonghyup Hanaro Mart - Bujeon Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (농협하나로마트 부전)

10.6Km 2024-04-18

14, Jungang-daero 783beon-gil, Busanjin-gu, Busan

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Gwangalli Eobang Festival (광안리어방축제)

10.6Km 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.

Holika Holika - Seomyeon Underground Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (홀리카 홀리카 서면지하점)

10.6Km 2024-06-26

#F8, 717, Jungang-daero, Busanjin-gu, Busan

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Hotel Illua (호텔일루아)

10.6Km 2021-02-19

97, Dalmaji-gil, Haeundae-gu, Busan
+82-51-744-1331

Hotel Illua sits on Haeundae's Dalmaji Street, overlooking the beautiful beaches of Haeundae. The hotel comes fully equipped with modern facilities and is graced with traditional design elements. Guest can enjoy live music and delicious meals at the restaurant while the banquet hall provides space for various events. The hotel has been praised both for its luxurious interior and superb guest services.

The Westin Josun Busan (웨스틴 조선 부산)

10.6Km 2022-07-13

67, Dongbaek-ro, Haeundae-gu, Busan
+82-51-749-7000

The Westin Josun Busan was first established in 1978 and was one of the accommodations of choice for those attending the 2005 APEC Summit, living up to its reputation as one of Busan’s best business hotels. The Westin Josun Busan is located at the entrance of Dongbaek Island and is only 40 minutes away from Gimhae Airport and 30 minutes from downtown Busan. Nearby attractions include the Busan Exhibition and Convention Center (BEXCO), Dongbaek Island, Nurimaru APEC House, Busan Aquarium, Suyeongman Yachting Waters, Jangsan Mountain hiking trails, Yonggungsa Temple, and Gwangandaegyo Bridge.

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