Busan Lotus Lantern Festival (부산연등축제)

7.9Km 2025-04-09

121-1 Dongseong-ro 112beon-gil, Busanjin-gu, Busan
+82-51-867-0501

The Busan Lotus Lantern Festival is an annual tradition that provides visitors with an opportunity to experience Buddhist culture through the many activities offered. To celebrate Buddha's birthday, splendid lotus lanterns in different shapes and sizes are on display. The main events are the Grand Buddhist Ceremony and the Lotus Lantern Parade, both of which attract a lot of spectators regardless of their personal religous beliefs.

Hwangnyeongsan Mountain ()

7.9Km 2024-10-25

391-39 Hwangnyeongsan-ro, Nam-gu, Busan
+82-70-7543-5249

Hwangnyeongsan Mountain offers a lush green forest easily accessible from downtown Busan. The mountain is popular for hiking, as well as taking in the nightscape. The mountain stretches across Busanjin-gu, Nam-gu, and Suyeong-gu districts, and with an altitude of 427 meters, it is the second tallest mountain in the Geumnyeon Mountain Range. Despite this distinction, the summit can be reached after a two to three-hour hike. At the foot of the mountain, one can find a citizen's recreation area and a youth training center. Choosing which mountain trail to take depends on the transportation options available.

Hwangnyeongsan Observatory (황련산 전망대)

7.9Km 2024-10-29

391-39 Hwangnyeongsan-ro, Nam-gu, Busan

Hwangnyeongsan Mountain, where the observatory is located, is in the center of Busan as it spans across four districts (Busanjin-gu, Yeonje-gu, Suyeong-gu, and Nam-gu) and is a popular driving course in spring when the cherry blossoms bloom along the road. The Hwangneyongsan Observatory also makes it a perfect place for a night tour. A city that lies below the mountains looks even more beautiful with the cozy lights that illuminate the observatory and the sparkling radio tower.

BUSINESS HOTEL RENAISSANCE [Korea Quality] / 르네상스호텔 [한국관광 품질인증]

8.0Km 2024-06-26

60 , Gwangjang-ro, Sasang-gu, Busan
+82-51-312-8580~1

The Renaissance Hotel is in the Sasang-gu district of West Busan - a major logistics and distribution centre - catering for both business customers and travellers. The hotel has themed guestrooms, and facilities include a restaurant, wedding hall and entertainment bar, as well as parking for up to 70 cars. Shopping and entertainment venues such as Homeplus, Renecite, E-Mart, and Lotte Cinema are nearby, as are the Yongwon and Gaya golf courses, Gimhae Airport and downtown Busan. Busan Seobu Bus Terminal and Sasang Station are within a 1-minute walk.

Ppangcheon-dong (빵천동)

8.0Km 2025-08-05

Namcheon-dong, Suyeong-gu, Busan

Located in Namcheon-dong and originally known for its cherry blossom street, the neighborhood has gained a new nickname, “Ppangcheon-dong”, as local bakeries have begun attracting visitors specifically for their bread. The alley is lined with both long-standing local favorites and trendy, unique bakeries, making it a perfect place to savor the aroma while taking a leisurely stroll and trying different kinds of breads. Its proximity to Gwangalli Beach, one of the most popular attractions of Busan, makes it an ideal destination to visit together.

Apple Outlet - Busan Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (애플아울렛 부산)

8.1Km 2024-04-22

Apple Outlet, 201, Sasang-ro, Sasang-gu, Busan

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Olive Young - Apple Outlet Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 부산애플아울렛)

8.1Km 2024-04-17

Apple Outlet Main Building, B1, 201, Sasang-ro, Sasang-gu, Busan

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Amisan Observatory (아미산 전망대)

8.1Km 2023-02-06

77 , Dadaenakjo 2-gil, Saha-gu, Busan
+82-51-265-6863

Amisan Observatory, where you can look down at the point where the Nakdonggang River and the sea become one, consists of a total of 3 floors: an information desk and seminar room on the 1st floor, an exhibition hall on the 2nd floor, an indoor observatory and a cafeteria on the 3rd floor. It is a place where visitors can enjoy the golden sunset and appreciate the pleasant scenery of the river and the sea while feeling the cool breeze.

Dadaepo Beach (다대포해수욕장)

8.1Km 2025-12-16

14 Morundae 1-gil, Saha-gu, Busan
+82-51-220-4914

Dadaepo Beach is made from sands deposited by the Nakdonggang River. It features shallow water and a wide sand beach suitable for children. Water activities can be enjoyed at the beach such as paddleboarding, kiteboarding and more. More visitors have been attracted after the addition of a coastal park and walking paths. At the entrance of the beach, there is a grand plaza with a large-scale musical floor fountain. Visitors can enjoy the musical fountain from late-April to October.

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The K-Drama "My Youth," starring Song Joong-ki and Chun Woo-hee, features a scene where Sung Je-yeon and Sunwoo Hae walk along the beach at sunset, and Je-yeon confesses her love to Sunwoo. Dadaepo Beach provides the stage for that dramatic scene, where the red sky meets the gentle waves to create a truly memorable moment.

Dadaepo Sunset Fountain of Dreams (다대포 꿈의 낙조분수)

8.1Km 2025-08-07

14 Morundae 1-gil, Saha-gu, Busan

Dadaepo Sunset Fountain of Dreams is a musical fountain near Dadaepo Beach where water jets are synchronized with music and lighting. Covering an area of 2,519 square meters, it reaches a maximum water x_height of 55 meters and can produce various shapes such as wings of a crane, rainbow, sunflower, and mist. It presents over 60 songs ranging from popular, pop to classical genres, accompanied by the fountain's performance. The fountain operates from April to October annually.

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