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Jagalchi Market (부산 자갈치시장)

Jagalchi Market (부산 자갈치시장)

7.4Km    2025-04-15

52 Jagalchihaean-ro, Jung-gu, Busan

Jagalchi Market, located on the seaside road in Busan's Jung-gu, is one of the largest seafood markets in Korea, selling both live and dried fish. After the Korean War, the market solidified itself as a fish market. Most of the people who sell fish are women, so the vendors here are called Jagalchi Ajumeoni, "ajumeoni" meaning middle-aged or married woman in Korean.

This market represents Busan and is famous throughout the country. Visitors can eat fresh raw fish right at the market. Even nowadays visitors can see women selling mackerel, sea squirts (ascidians) and other seafood on wooden boxes along the road outside of the market and along the shore.

Bupyeong (Kkangtong) Market (부평시장(깡통시장))

7.5Km    2025-10-23

48 Bupyeong 1-gil, Jung-gu, Busan

Busan's Bupyeong Market is also known as Kkangtong (tin can) Market. It earned that funny name when it had a variety of imported canned goods from the United States for the US forces stationed in Korea during the Korean War. It was also known as "Dottegi (bustling plea) Market." All foreign products found in the country at that time were supplied from this market. Due to its vast property and many rare goods that were hard to find anywhere else during the time, it was also referred as "Gukje (International) Market." Nowadays, the market has reduced in size as many foreign products are freely imported, but the reputation and potential still remain. Some imported goods including liquor, clothes, ornaments, accessories, fashion items and electronic goods are still sold here.

A night market opens from 19:30-23:30 at the public parking lot and at Arcade 2 of the market . Along the 110m-long street market are 11 kiosks selling Korean food, 6 kiosks selling international food such as Japanese and Filipino foods, and 13 vendors selling clothes and accessories. The entrance of the market greets visitors with bright LED lights and fun performances. A magic show and a guitar performance take place twice a day by the entrance of the market and the at the four-way intersection inside the market.

Dong-A University Hospital (동아대학교병원)

7.5Km    2025-12-10

26 Daesingongwon-ro, Seo-gu, Busan

Dong-A University Hospital is a teaching hospital that conducts advanced clinical research and specialized medical care. As a university hospital integrating patient care, medical research, and education, it responds to the healthcare needs of the local community and provides high-quality medical services. It is also responsible for clinical training of medical students and the development of healthcare professionals, and operates a TRUST-based medical system founded on safety, research, communication, and technology as a tertiary general hospital.

Beach Motel (비치모텔)

Beach Motel (비치모텔)

7.5Km    2025-04-18

10-9 , Harihaean-gil, Yeongdo-gu, Busan

The Beach Motel stands on the beach about 8 km from Busan Station. Aside from the five family rooms, all rooms have a sea view. Bread, coffee, and eggs are provided for breakfast, while water and coffee are always available in the first floor lobby. There is a coffee pot in each room, plus bottled water and a microwave on every floor, so guests can prepare a simple meal. A laundry service is provided. From this location Busan Harbor Bridge gets you to Haeundae, while other nearby tourist attractions include Igidae Coastal Park, Songdo Beach, and Sinseondae Cliff.

GnB HOTEL (지엔비호텔(GNB호텔))

GnB HOTEL (지엔비호텔(GNB호텔))

7.6Km    2024-10-30

19 , Heukgyo-ro, Jung-gu, Busan

GnB Hotel is a large-scale hotel located 10 minutes' walk from Jagalchi Station on the Busan Subway. It offers a wide range of room types, including Standard, Deluxe, Suite, and Penthouse. Specifically, the Penthouse and Penthouse+ rooms, which are the pride of the hotel, feature whirlpool spas where you can relax after a long journey while taking in the scenery of downtown Busan. They are also equipped with an induction cooktop and kitchenware. The restaurant on the B1 floor serves breakfast. The business center on the first floor provides guests with free access to a printer and scanner.

Site of Dongnaeeupseong Walled Town (동래읍성지)

Site of Dongnaeeupseong Walled Town (동래읍성지)

7.6Km    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.

Johyun Gallery (조현화랑)

Johyun Gallery (조현화랑)

7.6Km    2021-06-01

171, Dalmaji-gil 65beon-gil, Haeundae-gu, Busan

Johyun Gallery started as "Gallery World" in 1990 at Gwangan-ri Art Town in Busan by Jo Hyun. After that, the gallery moved to in front of Haeundae Paradise Hotel in 1999 and then it was rebuilt on Dalmaji-gil Hill near Haeundae Beach in June 2007.

The gallery operates exhibition halls on the first and second floor of the building, as well as an art shop at Busan Museum of Art on the first floor. It also has a branch in Apgujeong-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul. This gallery focuses on expanding the world of art by working with international artists.

Huinnyeoul Culture Village (흰여울문화마을)

Huinnyeoul Culture Village (흰여울문화마을)

7.6Km    2025-10-23

Yeongseon-dong 4(sa)-ga, Yeongdo-gu, Busan

Huinnyeoul Cultural Village is a cultural community village. Huinnyeoul-gil, a representative original downtown area of ​​Busan, was named for its meandering stream that resembles the appearance of white snowfall at the foot of Bongnaesan Mountain. In December 2011, old houses was remodeled and reborned as a unique culture and art village that exudes the energy of Yeongdo.


Dalmaji Road (해운대 달맞이길)

Dalmaji Road (해운대 달맞이길)

7.9Km    2024-03-06

190, Dalmaji-gil, Haeundae-gu, Busan

Dalmaji Road refers to the pass that connects Haeundae Beach with Songjeong Beach over Wausan Mountain. It is an 8 km-long coastal road lined with cherry and pine trees, offering a beautiful coast view and a perfect place for seaside drives. The summit of the pass has the Dalmaji Hill and the Haewoljeong Pavilion, which overlook the view of the Cheongsa Port and the sea. The road also has many cafés, restaurants, and galleries. The "moonrise at the Dalmaji Road" is not to be missed.

Samsung Rehan Woman's Clinic (삼성리한여성의원)

7.9Km    2025-10-23

(#B-203, Ungsin Cine Art), 802 Haeundae-daero, Haeundae-gu, Busan

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