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Gwangalli Beach (광안리해수욕장)

Gwangalli Beach (광안리해수욕장)

9.7Km    2025-04-14

219 Gwanganhaebyeon-ro, Suyeong-gu, Busan
+82-51-622-4251

Located to the west of Haeundae Beach, Gwangalli Beach is 1.4 kilometers long and 25~110 meters wide, and is famous for its fine sand. The area underwent a water purification process, which led the ecosystem to flourish in the nearby river waters. In addition to the beachfront, the Gwangalli area is filled with delicious restaurants and romantic cafes, as well as stores selling famous fashion brands. The area has plenty to offer, but many people come in the evening to take in the bright lights of Gwangandaegyo Bridge, stretching across the horizon.

Busan Fireworks Festival (부산불꽃축제)

Busan Fireworks Festival (부산불꽃축제)

9.7Km    2024-10-16

219 Gwanganhaebyeon-ro, Suyeong-gu, Busan
+82-51-713-5000

Busan Fireworks Festival takes place every autumn along Gwangalli Beach. The festival’s diverse programs of cultural events, high-tech laser light shows, and myriad of unique and colorful fireworks make this one of the area’s most popular festivals, drawing crowds of over 1 million visitors each year. Although most people flock to the beach for a closer view of the festivities, nearby Hwangnyeongsan Mountain, Dongbaekseom Island, and Igidae Coastal Park also offer great views of the fireworks.

Busan APP WORLD TOUR (부산개최 APP WORLD TOUR 국제대회 이벤트)

9.7Km    2022-10-21

219, Gwanganhaebyeon-ro, Suyeong-gu, Busan
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-2-6677-1499

APP World Tour is an international competition for developing various water sports. APP hosts the World Tour in large cities around the globe to raise the accessibility of SUP. In addition, they aim to provide contests for people of all ages and skill levels to enjoy. APP World Tour has pro-amateur races to beginner-level races as well as SUP yoga and lessons for children making it enjoyable for participants and the audience. APP aims to have a positive influence through sports. As a part of this, they host environment conservation campaigns for cleaning the sea. 

Gwangalli Marvelous Drone Light Show (광안리 M(Marvelous) 드론 라이트쇼)

9.7Km    2024-04-30

219 Gwanganhaebyeon-ro, Suyeong-gu, Busan
+82-51-610-4882

Every Saturday evening, hundreds of drones light up the night sky over Gwangalli in a range of fascinating formations through the Gwangalli Marvelous Drone Light Show.

The Park Guesthouse (더파크 게스트하우스(The Park Guesthouse))

The Park Guesthouse (더파크 게스트하우스(The Park Guesthouse))

9.7Km    2024-12-22

151 , Gwangnam-ro, Suyeong-gu, Busan
+82-10-5822-3755

The Park Guesthouse is an affordable homestay in ​​the Gwangalli Beach area of downtown Busan, where guests will meet tourists from many other countries. Accomodation consists of bedrooms with toilets plus a large shared living room with kitchen, bathroom. and laundry facilities. The kitchen is adequate for basic cooking. The guesthouse is not far from Gwangan subway station, and Gwangalli Seafood, Busan Millak Sashimi Restaurant Street, and Pojangmacha Street are all close by.

Hotel Aqua Palace (호텔 아쿠아펠리스)

Hotel Aqua Palace (호텔 아쿠아펠리스)

9.7Km    2022-01-03

225, Gwanganhaebyeon-ro, Suyeong-gu, Busan, Korea
+82-51-790-2300

Hotel Aqua Palace is a cozy and comfortable hotel with a great night view of Gwangandaegyo Bridge and beautiful Gwangalli Beach.

Run in connection with the hotel is Aqua Palace, Korea’s only seaside water park. Main attractions include a 90 meter slide, a wave pool, and various bade pools (warm water massage pools) that are filled with water drawn from 816 meters underground. Since the park is indoors, guests can enjoy these and other water facilities all year round.

The hotel is equipped with various jjimjil-bang facilities, a golf center, and guestrooms ranging from deluxe and family rooms to executive and suites with stunning views and a sophisticated interior design.

Busan Gwangandaegyo Bridge (부산광안대교)

Busan Gwangandaegyo Bridge (부산광안대교)

9.7Km    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.

Olive Young - Gwangan Beach Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 광안비치)

Olive Young - Gwangan Beach Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 광안비치)

9.8Km    2024-04-17

#101, 235, Gwanganhaebyeon-ro, Suyeong-gu, Busan

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Busan International Rock Festival (부산국제록페스티벌)

Busan International Rock Festival (부산국제록페스티벌)

9.9Km    2025-01-08

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 for its impressive lineup each year and for strengthening ties between renowned musicians worldwide. Additionally, the festival features a wide array of famous food trucks from across the country.  It is a fun and widely attended event that is a must-see for any rock music fan in Korea.

Olive Young - Busan Suyeong-ro Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 부산수영로)

Olive Young - Busan Suyeong-ro Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 부산수영로)

9.9Km    2024-04-18

#102, and #103, 631, Suyeong-ro, Suyeong-gu, Busan

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