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Busan Marine Natural History Museum (부산해양자연사박물관)

Busan Marine Natural History Museum (부산해양자연사박물관)

19.1Km    2021-06-09

175, Ujangchun-ro, Dongnae-gu, Busan
+82-51-553-4944

Opened on June 10, 1994, the Busan Marine Natural History Museum is the first and largest museum of its kind in Korea. The museum features some 25,000 marine specimens from over 100 countries around the world, including rare living species and those native to Korea. The museum opened a second exhibition hall in April 2003, and launched the Busan Fishing Village Folk Museum on February 23, 2007.

Amethyst Cavern Park (자수정동굴나라)

Amethyst Cavern Park (자수정동굴나라)

19.1Km    2022-09-06

212, Jasujeong-ro, Ulju-gun, Ulsan
+82-52-254-1515

Amethyst Cavern Park is the largest man-made cave tourist attraction in Korea, where one of the five jewels of the World, amethyst, was mined. Connected like a labyrinth, the cave is 2.5 kilometers long and fills an area of approximately 15,000 square meters. The average temperature is between 12 and 16 degrees Celsius year round. Visitors can take either the walking tour that goes through a different themed halls or take a boat ride through the cave river. On the second floor of the cave, visitors can see Jurassic World filled with different dinosaurs and character lamps. 

Hurshimchung (허심청)

Hurshimchung (허심청)

19.1Km    2024-07-05

23 Geumganggongwon-ro 20beon-gil, Dongnae-gu, Busan
+82-51-550-2200

Hurshimchung is a large-scale hot spring facility using natural hot spring water and lit by natural lighting through the ceiling. Known for its magnesium-rich hot spring water, it is believed to be beneficial for conditions such as neuralgia, cut wounds, back pain, and muscle aches. The facility includes large hot spring baths, saunas, restaurants, cafés, convenience stores, and massage shops. The hot spring baths feature various event baths using natural bathing ingredients and medicinal herb depending on the season. There are also various types of saunas, including charcoal sauna and red clay sauna.

Dongnae Byeljang (동래별장)

Dongnae Byeljang (동래별장)

19.1Km    2020-04-28

12, Geumgang-ro 123beon-gil, Dongnae-gu, Busan
+82-51-552-0157

Dongnae Byeljang in Busan is a villa with over a century of history. The villa boasts a large garden infused with Korean and Japanese styles, pine trees that are 200 to 300 years old, as well as a pagoda and a traditional-style house that are of cultural heritage value. Also, it has long been the cradle of song and dance heritage. Today, it is well known for its Korean restaurant, Song Hyang, that serves traditional royal cuisine. The combination of old charm with a unique dining experience makes Dongnae Byeljang a popular venue for various special events and family gatherings.

Olive Young - Busan Seodong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 부산서동점)

19.1Km    2024-06-26

156, Seodong-ro, Geumjeong-gu, Busan

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Geumgang Park (금강공원)

19.4Km    2024-03-05

155 Ujangchun-ro, Dongnae-gu, Busan
+82-51-860-7880

Geumgang Park is a park located at the foot of Geumjeongsan Mountain, near the Dongnae Hot Springs Area. It features lush forests of naturally grown trees, majestic cliffs, and valleys creating breathtaking scenery. Throughout the park, there are numerous historical relics and ruins. A cable car is available for visitors to ascend Geumjeongsan Mountain, offering panoramic views of downtown Busan. Nearby attractions include the Busan Folk Art Center, Busan Marine Natural History Museum, and Geumgang Botanical Garden.