Haeundae Special Tourist Zone (해운대 관광특구)

3.9Km 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.

Busan Gwangandaegyo Bridge (부산광안대교)

3.9Km 2025-04-15

203 Suyeonggangbyeon-daero, Haeundae-gu, Busan
+82-51-780-0077

Busan Gwangandaegyo Bridge (Busan 66, also called Gwangan-daero) stretches over 7.4 kilometers from Namcheon-dong in Suyeong-gu, Busan to Centum City in U-dong, Haeundae-gu. It is the longest bi-level bridge over the ocean in Korea. In addition to providing a quick way to get around, the bridge offers breathtaking views of nearby attractions, including the endlessly unfolding ocean, Oryukdo Island, Hwangnyeongsan Mountain, Gwangalli Beach, Dongbaekseom Island, and Dalmaji Hill.

Equipped with thousands of LED lights, the bridge showcases a beautiful lighting exhibition at night that changes with the seasons. The bridge offers a majesty beauty when combined with nearby attractions during the day and a romantic atmosphere at night, attracting many residents and tourists.

Aritaum - Yeonsan Rotary Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (아리따움 연산로타리)

3.9Km 2024-06-27

11, Bansong-ro, Yeonje-gu, Busan

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SEA LIFE Busan Aquarium (SEA LIFE 부산아쿠아리움)

3.9Km 2024-05-23

266 Haeundaehaebyeon-ro, Haeundae-gu, Busan
+82-51-740-1700

The Busan Aquarium takes visitors into the exciting world of life under the sea. The aquarium covers an area of 36,000 ㎡ and is spread over 3 underground levels and one above-ground level with different sections divided into special themes. The underwater tunnel experience resembles a walk along the ocean floor with various sea creatures swimming above, serving as a popular attraction within the aquarium. The aquarium is home to over 250 different species of fish, algae, reptiles, and amphibians, including large sharks, turtles, seahorses, and more, for a total of over 10,000 sea creatures.

KOLON SEACLOUD HOTEL (코오롱 씨클라우드 호텔)

3.9Km 2025-10-23

287 , Haeundaehaebyeon-ro, Haeundae-gu, Busan
+82-51-933-1000

Kolon Seacloud Hotel, in Haeundae, Busan, Gyeongsangnam-do, offers fine views of the South Sea from residents’ rooms. All rooms have cooking facilities, and visitors will find restaurants, massage shops, and convenience stores in an arcade within the hotel. Residents can enjoy an outdoor swimming pool overlooking Haeundae Beach, a jacuzzi and a gym; and the hotel offers a large parking space and 24-hour security. Haeundae subway station is a 5-minute walk away, while it’s around 50 minutes by public transport to Gimhae Airport and Busan station.

Site of Dongnaeeupseong Walled Town (동래읍성지)

3.9Km 2024-09-26

48-2 Myeongnyun-dong, Dongnae-gu, Busan

Site of Dongnaeeupseong Walled Town, built towards the end of the Goryeo dynasty and the early Joseon dynasty, was a significant fortress during the Imjin War in 1592. It served as the main battleground where civilians, officials, and soldiers united to resist the Japanese forces. Recognizing the strategic importance of the Dongnae area, a much larger fortress was constructed in 1731, replacing the original structure from one built during war. Today, only traces of the fortress remain, with the Bukmun Gate, Insaengmun Gate, Dongjangdae Command Post, Seojangdae Command Post, and Bukjangdae Command Post having been restored.

E-Mart - Yeonje Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (이마트 연제)

4.0Km 2024-04-22

89, Yeonsu-ro, Yeonje-gu, Busan

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Leica Camera - Haeundae Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (라이카카메라 해운대)

4.0Km 2024-04-17

BMWMINI Bldg., 299, Haeundaehaebyeon-ro, Haeundae-gu, Busan

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Geumsubokguk Haeundae Main Branch (금수복국 해운대본점)

4.0Km 2024-12-27

부산광역시 해운대구 중동1로43번길 23

The restaurant was featured in the Michelin Guide Seoul and Busan 2024 as a "Michelin Selected Restaurant" (a restaurant offering outstanding cooking). Established in 1970, it has over 50 years of history. You can choose one of four types of pufferfish to order bokguk, with each type offering slightly different flavors and textures.

Olive Young - Yeonsan Station Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 연산역점)

4.0Km 2024-06-28

1086, Jungang-daero, Yeonje-gu, Busan

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