Gwangalli Eobang Festival (광안리어방축제)

5.1Km 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.

Olive Young - Busan Suyeong-ro Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 부산수영로)

5.1Km 2024-04-18

#102, and #103, 631, Suyeong-ro, Suyeong-gu, Busan

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Myeongsong Chobap (명송초밥)

5.1Km 2020-06-04

32, Haegwan-ro, Jung-gu, Busan
+82-51-246-1225

Myeongsong Chobap in Busan is a Japanese restaurant serving fresh sushi and raw fish.

Jungang Momil (중앙모밀)

5.2Km 2017-11-22

9-1, Jungang-daero 49beon-gil, Jung-gu, Busan
+82-51-246-8686

Jungangsonguksu is a noodle restaurant with more than 50 years of tradition. All of the noodles served here are handmade, including udon noodles and buckwheat noodles. The entire menu is popular, but gullaembi udong (udon), buckwheat noodles, yubu chobap (fried tofu rice balls), and gim chobap (laver sushi) are especially popular. A ramp for wheelchairs is set up at the entrance.

Homers Hotel (호메르스호텔)

5.2Km 2021-06-30

217, Gwanganhaebyeon-ro, Suyeong-gu, Busan
+82-51-750-8000

Homers Hotel sits along the beach at the end of beautiful Gwangandaegyo Bridge, offering not only a cool coastal breeze, but also a picturesque view of the city skyline. As a boutique hotel, Homers is the picture of comfort and luxury. Most rooms in the 20-story building have an ocean view and offer room service 24/7. Facilities include restaurants, a sky lounge, a wedding hall, a banquet room, a fitness club, and a large parking lot that stretches from B1 to B4. Nearby tourist attractions include Gwangalli Beach and Haeundae Beach, an aquarium, and dried fish market.

Busan One Asia Festival (부산원아시아페스티벌)

5.2Km 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.

Aritaum - Yeonsan Rotary Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (아리따움 연산로타리)

5.2Km 2024-06-27

11, Bansong-ro, Yeonje-gu, Busan

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The Park Guesthouse (더파크 게스트하우스(The Park Guesthouse))

5.2Km 2024-12-22

151 , Gwangnam-ro, Suyeong-gu, Busan
+82-10-5822-3755

The Park Guesthouse is an affordable homestay in the Gwangalli Beach area of downtown Busan, where guests will meet tourists from many other countries. Accomodation consists of bedrooms with toilets plus a large shared living room with kitchen, bathroom. and laundry facilities. The kitchen is adequate for basic cooking. The guesthouse is not far from Gwangan subway station, and Gwangalli Seafood, Busan Millak Sashimi Restaurant Street, and Pojangmacha Street are all close by.

Busan Sports Complex (부산종합운동장)

5.2Km 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)

5.2Km 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.

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