Gwangalli Eobang Festival (광안리어방축제)

2.8Km 2025-07-11

219 Gwanganhaebyeon-ro, Suyeong-gu, Busan
+82-51-610-4062

The Gwangalli Eobang Festival, held on the famous Gwangalli Beach, known for its fireworks and drone shows, aims to showcase Gwangalli‘s rich history beyond its popularity as a tourist destination. The festival is a manifestation of the history and cultural value of Jwasuyeong Eobang Nori (Fishing Village Festival of the Left Naval Headquarters), a national intangible cultural heritage of Korea. The festival provides attractions and activities of a fishing village that retains its tradition and elements of modernity. A street parade reenacts the procession of Gyeongsang Jwasusa, commander of the Busan naval forces during the Joseon Dynasty. Visitors can check out the musical Eobang, which is the main event of the festival, as well as more than 20 exhibitions and activities in the folk village. The village has recreated the old naval barracks and fishing villages, and actors dressed as jwasusa, sugun (navy soldier), and jumo (barmaid) go around the village to entertain visitors.

◎ Eobang
Following the establishment of Gyeongsang Jwasuyeong (naval forces) in the Suyeong regions during the Joseon Dynasty, the affiliation “Eobang” was formed between the naval forces and local fishermen. “Eobang” holds a similar meaning to the fishery cooperatives of today.

Suyeongman Bay Yachting Center (수영만 요트경기장)

2.8Km 2024-04-29

84 Haeundaehaebyeon-ro, Haeundae-gu, Busan
+82-51-741-6440

Suyeongman Bay Yachting Center is located between Gwangalli and Haeundae beaches and was built in 1986 as an international scale stadium, used during the ‘86 Asian Games and the ‘88 Seoul Olympics. It is able to anchor 448 yachts, and it has the proper natural environment for yachting so as to be the venue of various domestic and international yacht competitions, becoming a popular site for lovers of yachting and ocean sports.

Amenities include training facilities for yachting as well as windsurfing and submarines, as well as a large parking lot and commemorative monuments.

Yeon-San Dangdang Korean Medicine Hospital (연산당당한방병원)

2.9Km 2025-10-23

82 World cup-daero, Yeonje-gu, Busan

Yeonsan Dangdang Korean Medicine Hospital is a 98-bed hospital located in central Busan, near Yeonsan Station. The hospital offers traditional Korean medicine treatments, internal medicine, orthopedic care, and health screenings. It also has staff who speak English, Chinese, Japanese, and Vietnamese, ensuring that international patients can receive care in a comfortable and welcoming environment.

Millak Waterfront Park (민락수변공원)

2.9Km 2025-08-11

Millak-dong, Suyeong-gu, Busan

Suyeong-gu is well known for its long history and traditions, and has beautiful scenery. Geumnyeonsan Mountain has a lush forest and Gwangalli Beach is located in the front. During the Joseon dynasty, this location was a strategically important region. The Millak Waterfront Park was built between August 1992 and May 1997. The park is 543 meters long and 60 meters wide. Located between Haeundae Beach and Gwangalli Beach, it is the first park in Korea to combine the oceanfront with public rest and leisure facilities. The park (about 33,000 ㎡) can accommodate up to 40,000 people and boasts convenience facilities such as gardens, shaded rest areas, and benches. The 3,040 ㎡ platform from which visitors can overlook the beach also serves as a place where people can dip their feet in the ocean when the tide is high.

Busan Yacht Tour 3355 Marine (부산요트투어 3355마린)

3.0Km 2024-01-05

84 Haeundaehaebyeon-ro, Haeundae-gu, Busan

Busan Yacht Tour 3355 Marine allows visitors to enjoy freedom in the middle of the ocean aboard the yacht. The yacht cruises around the ocean waters facing Marine City, giving passengers an excellent view of the Gwangandaegyo Bridge from a distance. Daytime Public Tours run during the day, and the Sunset Night View Public Tour allows passengers to enjoy the sunset. The Sunset Night View Public Tour takes about an hour and includes fireworks, providing unforgettable memories.

Busan Cine Road (부산 영화의 거리)

3.2Km 2025-11-05

91, Marine city 1-ro, Haeundae-gu, Busan

Busan Cine Road is a haven for Korean films, dramas, and other K-content. On one side of Haeundae Beach where Gwangandaegyo Bridge comes into view is a path lined with posters and sculptures of major Korean films. There are also thematic zones dedicated to 10 million box office hits, animated films, and films set in Haeundae and Busan. On clear days, Visitors can enjoy the view of the blue seas on clear days and the brilliance of Gwangandaegyo Bridge standing across the horizon in the evening.

Gwangalli SUP Zone (광안리 SUP Zone)

3.2Km 2022-04-06

Namcheon-dong, Suyeong-gu, Busan
+82-51-610-4951

Gwangalli SUP Zone is a space to make Gwangalli Beach the mecca of water sports. The peaceful waves of Gwangalli Beach makes it a perfect condition for people to ride Stand Up Paddleboard. After being designated as SUP Zone in 2020, the 400 meter area offers beach bar, beach bed, wind bed, SUP photo zone and more. In July and August, people who rent water leisure equipments can use reed parasol or beach bed for free. Visitors can also enjoy special experience using phone app "Real World" for an outdoor room escape.

Central Hotel (부산 센트럴호텔)

3.3Km 2024-08-01

1122 , Jungang-daero, Yeonje-gu, Busan
+82-51-866-6525

The Central Hotel in Yeonje-gu, Busan is conveniently located for travellers just 50m away from Yeonsan-dong subway station, while and Busan Station, Gimhae Airport, and Busan Port Passenger Terminal just 30 minutes away by car. The first floor lobby is equipped with bank, coffee shop, and restaurant facilities. Pay-for breakfast is available, and English, Japanese and other foreign languages are spoken.

Gwangalli Ocean Leports Center (광안리 해양레포츠센터)

3.4Km 2024-07-24

222 Gwanganhaebyeon-ro 54beon-gil, Suyeong-gu, Busan

Gwangalli Ocean Leports Center is a large-scale water sports facility located at Gwangalli Beach in Busan. The center offers a wide range of water programs, such as jetboats, yachts, windsurfing, kayaks, and more with a focus on enjoying these activities safely.

Marine City (마린시티)

3.4Km 2025-07-21

U-dong, Haeundae-gu, Busan

When the lights are up after sundown, the nightscape of the Marine City can compete with world famous nightscape locations such as Hong Kong and Shanghai. With various restaurants, cafes and bars along the street, it is a popular destination for people of all ages.

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