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Busan National Science Museum (국립부산과학관)

Busan National Science Museum (국립부산과학관)

15.2Km    2023-02-13

59, Dongbusangwangwang 6-ro, Gijang-gun, Busan
+82-51-750-2300

Busan National Science Museum was established to promote the wonders of science and provide visitors with an opportunity to enjoy everything science has to offer. Themed exhibitions related to vehicles, spaceships, and energy development led by the cities of Busan, Ulsan, and Gyeongsangnam-do are available. The museum aims to promote a further understanding of science.

Café Viaggio (카페비아조)

Café Viaggio (카페비아조)

15.3Km    2024-02-26

164 Singman-ro, Gangseo-gu, Busan

Café Viaggio, situated beside the Nakdonggang River, offers scenic river views. The café's outdoor garden, adorned with statues and palm trees, creates an exotic ambiance. Their signature butterscotch latte, crafted with ground butter and scotch candies, is a highlight. Alongside their drinks, the café also features a diverse food menu, including croffles, pizza, and sandwiches.

Busan Healing Forest (부산 치유의 숲)

Busan Healing Forest (부산 치유의 숲)

15.3Km    2024-01-05

101 Cheolmacheon-ro, Gijang-gun, Busan

Busan Healing Forest is the first “healing forest” to be founded in the Gyeongsang-do region. This place is where visitors can reflect on emotions and relax through various wellness programs surrounded by nature and healing energy. Busan Healing Forest is 153ha in size, and it takes about 40 minutes to walk around the central trail starting from the visitor center at the entrance. Programs tailored to various audiences are operated in multiple places found along the central trail: the Forest Library, Mind Sharing Site, Forest Healing Yard, Forest Meditation Site, Pine Wind Bathing Site, and Prenatal Education Forest.

Skyline Luge Busan (스카이라인 루지(부산))

Skyline Luge Busan (스카이라인 루지(부산))

15.3Km    2025-04-15

205 Gijanghaean-ro, Gijang-gun, Busan

Skyline Luge was first invented 32 years ago in Rotorua, New Zealand. It is currently a popular sport, with over 40 million rides recorded worldwide. Now, lugin facilciities are operated in six regions worldwide, including Busan. Skyline Luge Busan is a representative outdoor experiential amusement facility at Osiria Theme Park in Dongbusan. It has various auxiliary facilities with the beautiful sea as a backdrop and is a popular activity for the whole family. Take the Skyride lift o the starting point, get on the specially designed luge cart for down riding, and enjoy a thrilling 2.4-kilometer ride down from four tracks.

Haedong Yonggungsa Temple (해동 용궁사(부산))

Haedong Yonggungsa Temple (해동 용궁사(부산))

15.4Km    2025-04-15

86 Yonggung-gil, Gijang-gun, Busan

Haedong Yonggungsa Temple is situated on the coast of the north-eastern portion of Busan. This superb attraction offers visitors the rare find of a temple along the shore line as most temples in Korea are located in the mountains. Haedong Yonggungsa Temple was first built in 1376 by the great Buddhist teacher known as Naong during the Goryeo dynasty.

The main sanctuary of the temple was reconstructed in 1970 with careful attention paid to the colors that were traditionally used in such structures. On the right-hand side, inside a cave, is a uniquely designed Buddhist sanctum, while situated just in front of the main sanctuary is a three-story pagoda with four lions. The four lions symbolize joy, anger, sadness, and happiness. Other special sites at the temple are the 108 stairs and stone lanterns lining the rocky landscape. After going down the 108 steps, one will be delighted with the beauty of the temple. Midway down the 108 steps one can stop and enjoy the calming sounds of the waves, and view the majestic sunrise.

Fisheries Science Museum (수산과학관 (부산))

15.4Km    2021-07-20

216, Gijanghaean-ro, Gijang-gun, Busan
+82-51-720-3061

The Fisheries Science Museum, Korea's first science institute of its kind, was established on May 26, 1997 in order to promote maritime science and technology to the public. The museum was opened after six years of effort by the National Fisheries Science Institute in preparing research and materials regarding marine resources, the fishing industry, fishery and fish farm technology and equipment, taxidermied fish specimens, sea life species, and others. There are a total of 15 separate areas with over 7,400 exhibition items, and even an actual right whale skeleton on display, as well as a room where visitors can learn how to operate a marine vessel.

Busan Beomeosa Temple (범어사(부산))

15.7Km    2025-03-13

250 Beomeosa-ro, Geumjeong-gu, Busan
+82-51-508-3122

Beomeosa Temple, built in the Silla dynasty in 678, stands as a historic site known for producing outstanding monks. Situated amidst the splendid landscape of Geumjeongsan Mountain, it boasts a long tradition and rich history, housing numerous cultural relics. Visitors can experience the daily life of monk through templestay.

Ananti at Busan Cove (아난티 앳 부산 코브)

Ananti at Busan Cove (아난티 앳 부산 코브)

16.1Km    2024-11-08

268-32 Gijanghaean-ro Gijang-eup, Gijang-gun, Busan
+82-51-509-1111

Various amenities including infinity pool
5-star hotel with various types of rooms. Ocean view and mountain view are all good choices but the most famous one is the view from the Ocean Infinity Pool toward the ocean.

Eternal Journey Busan Branch (이터널저니 부산점)

16.3Km    2023-02-06

268-31, Gijanghaean-ro, Gijang-gun, Busan
+82-51-604-7222

The Eternal Journey Busan branch is located in Ananti Cove in Gijang-gun, Busan. This bookstore, the closest to the sea in Busan, has over 20,000 books on display in a 1,652m² area. Unlike other large bookstores, which mainly display best sellers or new books, Eternal Journey divides books into 55 themes so that readers can choose books that fit their taste, sensibility, and lifestyle. In addition, there are original overseas books, limited edition books that are difficult to access, and designer books where the book itself is a work of art. It is not just a place to enjoy books but also a select shop and cafe. On the other side of the select shop is a separate section for writers and designers in the Busan area, highlighting the local identity. There is also a well-equipped space for children, so it is good for the whole family to enjoy cultural life together.

Café Base (카페베이스)

Café Base (카페베이스)

16.6Km    2024-02-26

73 Yeonhwa 1-gil, Gijang-eup, Gijang-gun, Busan

Café Base, a spacious coffee shop, offers stunning views of the East Sea's blue waters. Renowned for its baked goods, all are freshly made in-house using meticulously chosen ingredients. Their signature drink is the Cinnamond, an almond latte enhanced with a topping of cream and cinnamon powder. Additionally, the Kisabok (kiwi apple peach juice) is another popular choice among patrons.