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Gupo Market (구포장 / 구포시장 (3, 8일))

Gupo Market (구포장 / 구포시장 (3, 8일))

19.5Km    2021-05-12

17, Guposijang 1-gil, Buk-gu, Busan
+82-51-333-9032

Gupo Market is a big-scale traditional market located within the busy streets of Gupo in Busan. Gupo has been a trading hub since the 17th century during the Joseon period due to its location at the entrance of Busan where it meets the Nakdonggang River. A variety of vegetables and fruits are lined up past Ssamji Park at the main entrance of Gupo Market. The market alley displays a wide range of food ingredients along with fresh and dried seafood to choose from. Gupo Market is also packed with delicious street foods and restaurants. The annual “Friendly Gupo Market Festival” takes place at the market place every October, welcoming both domestic and international visitors.

Democracy Park (민주공원)

19.5Km    2021-02-24

19, Minjugongwon-gil, Jung-gu, Busan
+82-51-790-7400

Busan Democracy Park was created to commemorate and continue the spirit of Busan residents who significantly devoted their lives during the 4.19 Revolution, Buma (Busan and Masan) Democratic Movement and June Democratic Movement.

The park has several amenities such as a Grand Hall, Cubby Hall, and an arboretum. The Grand Hall is used to hold international conferences, academic events, lectures, and performing arts while the Cubby Hall is used for small conferences, lectures and a film theater.

Zoomin [Tax Refund Shop] (줌인)

Zoomin [Tax Refund Shop] (줌인)

19.5Km    2024-04-19

95-1, Gwangbok-ro, Jung-gu, Busan

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CU - Dongseo University Branch (No. 2) [Tax Refund Shop] (cu동서대2호점)

19.6Km    2024-06-27

89, Gaya-daero 330beon-gil, Sasang-gu, Busan

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Yeongdo Haenyeo Culture Exhibition Hall (영도해녀문화전시관)

Yeongdo Haenyeo Culture Exhibition Hall (영도해녀문화전시관)

19.6Km    2024-12-27


+82-51-419-4505

Yeongdo Haenyeo Culture Exhibition Hall is a two-story building with meaning and history Haenyeo on display. Haenyeo are women divers that dive for seafood without any equipments. 
The tradition of Haenyeo has become a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. First floor of the building consists Haenyeo seafood store that sells fresh seafood collected by the Haenyeos, while the second floor is an exhibition hall dedicated to Haenyeo.

Busan Fishing Village Folk Museum (부산어촌민속관)

Busan Fishing Village Folk Museum (부산어촌민속관)

19.6Km    2022-12-29

128, Haksa-ro, Buk-gu, Busan
+82-51-363-3333

Opened on February 23, 2007 as a branch museum of Busan Marine Natural History Museum, Busan Fishing Village Folk Museum displays cultural artifacts and materials related to the tradition, history and folklore of Busan's fishing culture and development. Designed with the theme of "Fishing Village Trip from the River to the Sea," the exhibition halls are divided into Nakdonggang River Fishing Village Folk Hall and Busan Fishing Village Folk Hall.

Busan Tower (부산타워)

Busan Tower (부산타워)

19.6Km    2024-04-26

37-55 Yongdusan-gil, Jung-gu, Busan
+82-51-601-1800

Busan Tower, standing at 120 meters tall, is an iconic observation tower situated in Busan's Yongdusan Park. This tower offers visitors panoramic views of Busan Port and Yeongdo Island. A highlight is the nightly fireworks mapping show, where graphical displays are projected onto the windows, creating a mesmerizing backdrop against the colorful night view of Busan Port Bridge. The lower floor of the tower is a haven of amusement, themed around a flying submarine. On the second floor, visitors will find a photo zone and rooms decorated with themes representing famous travel destinations in Busan.

New Year's Bell-ringing Ceremony (새해맞이 시민의 종 타종행사)

New Year's Bell-ringing Ceremony (새해맞이 시민의 종 타종행사)

19.6Km    2020-03-25

37-55, Yongdusan-gil, Jung-gu, Busan
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-51-501-6051

The New Year's Bell-ringing Ceremony in Busan is an event for local residents and tourists to wrap up the end of the year and greet a new year. It is a representative winter themed festival of Busan, held December 31 to January 1.

Yongdusan Park (용두산공원)

Yongdusan Park (용두산공원)

19.6Km    2024-03-06

37-55, Yongdusan-gil, Jung-gu, Busan
+82-51-860-7820

Situated at the heart of Busan, Yongdusan Park is famous for its escalators, which connect the Nampo-dong area with the park. The park has a great view of the Busan Port and the Yeongdo area. Notable sights in the area include the Busan Tower, the Statue of Admiral Yi Sunsin, a bell pavilion, a flower clock, and a sculpture of a dragon. The observatory on the Busan Tower offers an expansive view of Busan’s city center, the Busan Port, and the South Port at the distance. The view of the city at night is also not to be missed. Nearby tourist sites include many of Busan’s famous sights, from Gwangbok-dong Cultural & Fashion Street to Jagalchi and Gukje Markets.

Converse - Gwangbok Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (컨버스 광복)

Converse - Gwangbok Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (컨버스 광복)

19.6Km    2024-04-22

81, Gwangbok-ro, Jung-gu, Busan

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