Oryukdo Islets (Busan National Geopark) (오륙도 (부산 국가지질공원)) - Area information - Korea travel information

Oryukdo Islets (Busan National Geopark) (오륙도 (부산 국가지질공원))

Oryukdo Islets (Busan National Geopark) (오륙도 (부산 국가지질공원))

8.1Km    2024-03-05

137 Oryukdo-ro, Nam-gu, Busan
+82-51-888-3636

Oryukdo Islets consists of six rocky islets located in the sea at the southern end of Igidae Park, appearing as either five or six depending on the tide. The islets, closest to the mainland, are named Bangpaeseom Island, Solseom Island, Suriseom Island, Songgotseom Island, Gulseom Island, and Deungdaeseom Island, with only the Deungdaeseom Island accessible to visitors. From the Oryukdo Skywalk at Oryukdo Sunrise Park, visitors can enjoy even better views of the islets.

Haeparang Trail Course 1 (해파랑길 1코스)

8.1Km    2023-02-03

137, Oryukdo-ro, Nam-gu, Busan
+82-51-607-6395

The first course of Haeparang Trail is a coastal road connecting Yongho-dong, Nam-gu and Jung 2-dong, Haeundae-gu in Busan, starting from Oryukdo Sunrise Park, passing Gwangallihaebyeon Beach and APEC Beach, to Mipo. Not only can visitors enjoy the sea cliffs and the natural scenery of the East Coast, but also the splendid and bustling Gwangalli and Haeundae tours.

Halmae Jaecheopguk (할매재첩국)

Halmae Jaecheopguk (할매재첩국)

8.3Km    2019-12-16

8, Gwangnam-ro 120beon-gil, Suyeong-gu, Busan
+82-51-751-7658

Located in Gwangan 2-dong, Suyeong-gu, Busan, Halmae (meaning "grandmother" in Busan dialect) Jaecheopguk has a long history of selling jaecheopguk (clear shellfish soup) made with jaecheop, or shellfish, caught from the nearby Gupo area to people who sought refuge in Busan during the Korean War.

Each bowl of cool tasting broth has abundant amounts of jaecheop. Jaecheop has long been widely used as an ingredient to help in relieving hangover symptoms.

Igidae Cliff [National Geopark] (이기대 (부산 국가지질공원))

8.3Km    2024-04-29

Yongho-dong, Nam-gu, Busan
+82-51-607-6398

Igidae Cliff is a geological park located along the southern coast of Busan. Formed by volcanic activity dating back 80 million years to the Cretaceous period, the accumulated lava, volcanic ash, and other rocks have been eroded by waves, creating cliffs, caves, and other formations. Along the coastal trail leading to Oryukdo, visitors can appreciate various geological and topographical landscapes, including copper mines and pothole.

Gwangalli Eobang Festival (광안리어방축제)

Gwangalli Eobang Festival (광안리어방축제)

8.4Km    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.

Busan One Asia Festival (부산원아시아페스티벌)

Busan One Asia Festival (부산원아시아페스티벌)

8.4Km    2024-04-18

344 World cup-daero, Yeonje-gu, Busan
+82-51-911-1924

Busan One Asia Festival is Asia's No. 1 Hallyu Fesitval. The festival creates a memorable time for visitors with Asia's best Hallyu concert, going beyond generations and genre.

Busan Sports Complex (부산종합운동장)

Busan Sports Complex (부산종합운동장)

8.4Km    2021-07-22

344, World cup-daero, Yeonje-gu, Busan
+82-51-504-8001

Established in 1986, the Busan Sports Complex features the main stadium, Sajik indoor swimming pool, an indoor gymnasium, Sajik Baseball Ground, and an athletes' training center. The main stadium was the venue for the 2002 Asian Games and several matches during the 2002 FIFA World Cup. The Busan Sports Complex regularly hosts international sporting and cultural events, while providing excellent facilities for personal as well as group training.

Busan Asiad Main Stadium (부산 아시아드주경기장)

8.4Km    2024-03-15

344 World cup-daero, Yeonje-gu, Busan
+82-51-500-2123

Busan Asiad Main Stadium, completed in 2001, was constructed to host the 2002 World Cup and the 2002 Busan Asian Games. Its design, closer to a circle than a straight line, offers both grandeur and comfort. It serves as the home stadium for the Busan IPark football club and hosts various events including track and field competitions and K-pop performances. Adjacent to it are a baseball stadium and an indoor gymnasium.

Jangnim Port (장림포구)

8.4Km    2023-02-06

72, Jangnim-ro 93beon-gil, Saha-gu, Busan
+82-51-220-4502

Jangnim Port is a trending place in Busan that has gained popularity through word of mouth on social media. Administratively, it belongs to Jangnim-dong, Saha-gu, and the name of the port is Jangnim Port after the neighborhood. Because the colorful buildings and small boats floating along the port resemble Venice's Murano Island, its nickname is "Bunezia," ​​meaning Busan's Venice. Due to its beautiful sunset and location on the way to Dadaepo Beach, Jangnim Port has emerged as a new summer resort in Busan, as it is possible to tour in connection with the Amisan Observatory and the Dadaepo Sunset Fountain of Dreams.