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Dongbaekseom Island (동백공원)

Dongbaekseom Island (동백공원)

3.1Km    2021-12-17

U-dong, Haeundae-gu, Busan
+82-51-749-4491

Located near the south end of Haeundae Beach, Dongbaekseom Island was designated as a park in September 1, 1966. The island is full of dongbaek and pine trees and is connected to the main land by a bridge. The island also has a popular walking trail as well as badminton court, benches and restrooms.

Haeundae Dongbaekseom Island (해운대 동백섬)

Haeundae Dongbaekseom Island (해운대 동백섬)

3.1Km    2025-07-04

67 Dongbaek-ro, Haeundae-gu, Busan
+82-51-749-4072

Dongbaekseom Island (Island of Camellias) is an island located off one end of Busan's famous Haeundae Beach. Although the years of sedimentation have connected the island to the mainland, Dongbaekseom was originally an island and is still referred to as one.

Dongbaekseom Island is easy to navigate thanks to the walking path that is built around it. The island has several attractions, including the monument inscribed with a poem of scholar Choi Chi-won, the mermaid statue based on the legend of Princess Hwagok, and the Nurimaru APEC House. It also offers fantastic views of the Busan shoreline towards Mipo, Dalmaji Hill, Gwangangdaegyo Bridge, and Oryukdo Island. As the name suggests, camellias burst into bloom everywhere on the island from winter to spring.

Yacht Tale (요트탈래)

3.1Km    2023-03-07

52 , Dongbaek-ro, Haeundae-gu, Busan

The beautiful sunset and night tours offer an amazing view of Gwangandaegyo Bridge and Marine City from the sea. Passengers can enjoy a luxurious yacht trip in the beautiful Haeundae Gwangalli Beach area. 

The Bay 101 (더베이101)

The Bay 101 (더베이101)

3.1Km    2025-08-11

52 Dongbaek-ro, Haeundae-gu, Busan

The Bay 101 is located in a culture and art complex in Haeundae area, attracting many visitors to the area thanks to the beautiful nightscape that it offers. It has become a top attraction for enjoying brunch or drinks and dinner at the cafes and restaurants located here, with terrace and rooftop views of the cityscape. A yachting program is also available for visitors looking to get closer to the water.

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Geum-joo and the investors discussed Brad song as they took a yacht tour from The bay 101, a prime spot where Busan’s ocean and cityscapes meet. Hop on a yacht and cruise along Haeundae’s waters to experience the luxurious nightlife of Busan.

Hwangnyeongsan Mountain ()

Hwangnyeongsan Mountain ()

3.2Km    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)

3.2Km    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.

Busan Museum (부산박물관)

3.2Km    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.

UN Memorial Cemetery (재한유엔기념공원 (UN기념공원))

UN Memorial Cemetery (재한유엔기념공원 (UN기념공원))

3.2Km    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.

Himart - Centum Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (하이마트 센텀점)

3.2Km    2024-04-18

207, Haeun-daero, Haeundae-gu, Busan

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The Petel Premium Suite (더펫텔프리미엄스위트)

The Petel Premium Suite (더펫텔프리미엄스위트)

3.3Km    2024-07-22

12 Haeundaehaebyeon-ro 197beon-gil, Haeundae-gu, Busan

Korea's one and only hotel for both pets and pet owners. The Petel Premium Suite opened in 2016 to promote a healthy and enjoyable lifestyle with pets, offering facilites and services for guests on a business trip or a vacation with their pets. 

The Petel's guestrooms are carefully designed with the consideration of animals' behavioral traits, convenience, and safety. The guestrooms have non-slip floors to prevent joint injury of pets, stairways suited to pets, and a deodorant and disinfectant system. Depending on room availability, the hotel accepts large-sized dogs as long as they weigh 45 kg or less and under 70 cm in x_height, with the exception of legal guide dogs. Other amenities include a cafe louge that offers unique and healthy treats for pets and humans and a summertime swimming pool for dogs.