Haeundae Special Tourist Zone (해운대 관광특구)

481.9M 2021-03-05

Haeundae-gu, Busan
+82-51-749-5700

Haeundae Beach in Busan is famous both in Korea and abroad. Not only is it popular as the largest summer vacation spot, but it also attracts people even in spring, autumn and winter for its variety of festivals and events, such as the Busan International Film Festival, the International Yacht Race and the Haeundae Sunrise Festival. These festivals help keep Haeundae busy as a popular tourist site all year round.

With Haeundae Beach at its center, Haeundae Special Tourist Zone offers diverse marine leisure activities and fresh seafood. The zone has transformed itself from a typical vacation spot into a destination where one can stay long-term while enjoying leisure activities and cultural events. Today, the zone attracts an increasing number of tourists from around the globe.

The zone not only has natural resources, such as Haeundae Beach, Dongbaekseom Island, Dalmaji Hill and sea water hot springs, but also a convention center and IT complex. Well-equipped with cultural facilities, including movie sets, art galleries and aquariums, it is a qualified destination for MICE (Meeting, Incentive tour, Convention and Exhibition) tourists.

The coastal drive course is another way to enjoy Haeundae Beach. Moontan Road, offering a grand night view and various walking trails, including Galmaet-gil lying along the coastline, should not be missed as well.

The skyline at Haeundae underwent a dramatic change with the advent of Centum City. At night, the city skyline that is brilliantly illuminated by the high-end residential/commercial buildings captivates travelers. Inside Centum City are luxury apartments and a grand shopping complex, including a department store and a retail outlet.

* Current State of Haeundae Special Tourist Zone
1) Districts Covered: Areas around Jung, Songjeong, Jaesong and U-dong (Centum City), Haeundae-gu, Busan
2) Area: 6,225,000 ㎡

* Tourist Attractions
Haeundae and Songjeong Beach, Dongbaek Island, Oryukdo Island, Centum City, Aquarium, Haeundae Hot Springs, etc.

Blue Story Hotel (블루스토리 호텔)

535.3M 2023-10-18

11 Haeundaehaebyeon-ro 237beon-gil, Haeundae-gu, Busan

Blue Story Hotel is located right on Haeundae Beach, perfect for travelers looking to enjoy both the city and the coast. The hotel is also just a short 5-minute walk from Haeundae Station on Busan Subway Line 2. A wide array of dining options is available at BEXCO, just a 10-minute ride away via public transit. The hotel offers a variety of room types, including the standard room, as well as loft rooms for families, and even terrace rooms. Each room comes equipped with a desk, mini fridge, and T.V. among other conveniences.

Haeridan Street (해리단길)

591.4M 2025-08-11

Udong 1-ro, Haeundae-gu, Busan

Haeridan Street starts across from the old Haeundae Station and was named after the trendy Gyeongnidan Street in Seoul. The narrow street is lined with unique shops, cafes, and restaurants, making it a hot place among visitors to Haeundae.

E-Mart - Haeundae Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (이마트 해운대)

594.0M 2024-04-22

511, Jwadongsunhwan-ro, Haeundae-gu, Busan

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Baymond Hotel (베이몬드호텔)

610.5M 2024-10-30

27 , Haeundaehaebyeon-ro 209beonga-gil, Haeundae-gu, Busan
+82-51-702-0001

Baymond Hotel is a popular choice because of its proximity to Haeundae Beach and Haeundae Station, a 5-10 minute walk away. The hotel offers 6 different room types, including Standard, Deluxe, and Suites. Each room is furnished with a large king-size bed to ensure a comfortable night's sleep. You can enjoy a panoramic view of Haeundae Beach from some rooms. On the Bay Rooftop, located at the top of the hotel, you can enjoy a swim overlooking Haeundae Beach or sunbathe on bean bags. There is a restaurant and a self-laundry room on the third floor.

Haeundae Rodeo Street (해운대 로데오거리)

614.7M 2025-03-29

473 Jwadongsunhwan-ro, Haeundae-gu, Busan

Haeundae Rodeo Street, a vibrant youth hub in Busan, features over 70 establishments including fashion stores, hair salons, skin care centers, and street food vendors. Known for its concentration of permanent discount outlets like Rodeo Outlet, it offers a wide range of fashion accessories and clothing at affordable prices. Beyond shopping, the street is conveniently located near popular sightseeing spots such as Haeundae Beach, Mipo Beach, Dalmaji Gogae, and Songjeong Beach.

Olive Young - Haeundae Jung-dong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 해운대중동)

624.8M 2024-04-18

505, Jwadongsunhwan-ro, Haeundae-gu, Busan

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CheongKwanJang - Jung-dong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (정관장 중동)

696.4M 2024-04-18

506, Jwadongsunhwan-ro, Haeundae-gu, Busan

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Haeundae Green Railway (Mipo-Songjeong) (해운대 그린레일웨이 (미포~송정 구간))

762.1M 2024-10-10

11 Dalmaji-gil 62beon-gil, Haeundae-gu, Busan

It is an urban promenade that walks along the coastline using the site of the abandoned Donghae Nambu Line. Among them, the Mipo-Songjeong section is 4.8 km-long, and you can walk in both directions along the beautiful coastal scenery. It is a nationwide photo spot and trekking place where you can see different attractions at a glance. Representative tourist attractions within the trail section include the Cheongsapo Daritdol Observatory, which opened in 2017, and the Sea Sound Gallery, which opened in January 2022. This is the section where the core facilities of the special tourist zone are concentrated. - Major tourist spots within the Green Railway section: Haeundae Beach, Mipo Port, Dalmaji Tunnel, Sea Sound Gallery, Cheongsapo (Daritdol Observatory), Gudeokpo, Songjeong Beach - Haeundae Beach Train, Sky Capsule Service Section: (Main Stations) Mipo Station, Cheongsapo Station, Songjeong Station.

Halmae Bokguk (할매복국)

770.9M 2024-12-27

1, Dalmaji-gil 62beon-gil, Haeundae-gu, Busan
+82-51-742-2789

This pufferfish specialty restaurant was established in 1986. The restaurant is renowned for its bokguk or bokjiri. Its clean broth and generous serving of pufferfish fillets enhance the flavor. The collagen jelly made from pufferfish skin is also considered a delicacy.

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