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Busan Museum (부산박물관)

5.4Km    2023-01-09

63, UN pyeonghwa-ro, Nam-gu, Busan
+82-51-610-7118

Busan Museum was founded on July 11, 1978 to collect, preserve, display, and research the cultural hertiage of Busan. The museum houses 45,000 artifacts, displaying just 1,300 through regular exhibition rooms. The museum underwent a remodeling project in 2002 along with the opening of Exhibition Hall 2 to expand to ten permanent exhibition rooms, as well as a planned exhibition space, heritage research room, experience hall, lecture hall, and more. The museum aims to provide more extensive research into uncovering historical artifacts, and provide educational programs to visitors.

Sushimon (스시몬)

Sushimon (스시몬)

5.5Km    2021-03-30

40, Samseongdae-gil, Dongnae-gu, Busan
+82-51-553-0303

It is a store where you can taste fresh seafood. This restaurant's signature menu is sliced raw tuna. This Japanese (cuisine) restaurant is located in Dongnae-gu, Busan.

UN Memorial Cemetery (재한유엔기념공원 (UN기념공원))

UN Memorial Cemetery (재한유엔기념공원 (UN기념공원))

5.5Km    2024-03-06

93 UN pyeonghwa-ro, Nam-gu, Busan
+82-51-625-0625

UN Memorial Cemetery in Korea stands as the sole UN cemetery globally, established by the UN Command in 1951 to inter fallen soldiers from the Korean War. Initially accommodating around 11,000 individuals, it later saw the repatriation of many, with 2,300 remains laid to rest. Soldiers from 11 nations, including the United States and the United Kingdom, find their final resting place here. The site features Memorial Service Hall, Memorabilia Hall, Wall of Remembrance, UN Forces Monument, and Unknown Soldier's Pathway.

Mega Mart - Dongnae Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (메가마트 동래점)

Mega Mart - Dongnae Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (메가마트 동래점)

5.5Km    2024-04-22

197, Chungnyeol-daero, Dongnae-gu, Busan

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Dongnaeeupseong History Festival (동래읍성역사축제)

Dongnaeeupseong History Festival (동래읍성역사축제)

5.6Km    2025-07-11

80 Munhwa-ro, Dongnae-gu, Busan
+82-51-550-4092

The Dongnaeeupseong History Festival offers an immersive experience of the history and culture of Dongnaeeupseong Walled Town, where the Battle of Dongnaeseong Fortress took place against the Japanese army during the Imjin War in 1592. Highlights include a musical dramatizing the patriotic spirit of the Dongnae Governor during the battle and various hands-on experiences, such as participating as Dongnae citizens using traditional Joseon-era coins. 

Munhwa Ssambap (문화쌈밥)

Munhwa Ssambap (문화쌈밥)

5.6Km    2016-10-26

72, UN pyeonghwa-ro, Nam-gu, Busan
+82-51-626-2292

Munhwa Ssambap serves up delicious ssambap (leaf wraps and rice) at reasonable prices.

Olive Young - Busan Dongnae Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 부산동래)

Olive Young - Busan Dongnae Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 부산동래)

5.6Km    2024-04-18

35, Myeongnyun-ro 129beon-gil, Dongnae-gu, Busan

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Peace Park (평화공원)

5.7Km    2021-09-17

10, Sinseon-ro 447beon-gil, Nam-gu, Busan
+82-51-607-4541

Peace Park is the representative citizen's rest area in Busan, filled with over 30,000 camellia and pine trees. A fountain in the middle of the park provides a fun water playground for children, and a popular date spot with beautiful lights at night.

Busan Cultural Center (부산문화회관)

5.7Km    2021-08-06

1, UN pyeonghwa-ro 76beon-gil, Nam-gu, Busan
+82-51-607-6000

Busan Cultural Center began construction in October 1983 and finished constructing three halls in 1993. In April 2010, the cultural center underwent renovations and reopend in October. The architecture format used traditional Korean houses with a large, medium, and small halls. Large gates and walls were removed to allow easy access. The roof used concrete slabs to recreate traditional patterns and the exterior walls are made of granite stone.

Jeonpo Gonggu Street (전포공구길)

Jeonpo Gonggu Street (전포공구길)

5.7Km    2024-03-29

20 Seojeon-ro 37beon-gil, Busanjin-gu, Busan

Jeonpo Gonggu Street used to have many tool shops, but they fell into decline over the years. Recently, however, there have been small shops that renovated old tool shops with a touch of modern aesthetics. They transformed into unique cafes, restaurants, and gift shops, and became popular on social media. Because it is near Seomyeon Station, Busan's most crowded area, it is easily accessible by subway. The unique atmosphere makes it a popular location for wedding photos as well as tours.