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Busan International Dance Festival (부산국제무용제)

Busan International Dance Festival (부산국제무용제)

9.4Km    2024-05-28

U-dong, Haeundae-gu, Busan
+82-51-868-7881~2

The Busan International Dance Festival (BIDF) is one of the largest dance festivals in Korea. Dancers taking the stage in Haeundae hail from all over the world. Visitors can be assured to experience an eclectic mix of dancing that showcases a variety of excellent dance styles: classical ballet, modern dance, and more.

Haeundae Special Tourist Zone (해운대 관광특구)

Haeundae Special Tourist Zone (해운대 관광특구)

9.4Km    2021-03-05

Haeundae-gu, Busan
+82-51-749-5700

Haeundae Beach in Busan is famous both in Korea and abroad. Not only is it popular as the largest summer vacation spot, but it also attracts people even in spring, autumn and winter for its variety of festivals and events, such as the Busan International Film Festival, the International Yacht Race and the Haeundae Sunrise Festival. These festivals help keep Haeundae busy as a popular tourist site all year round.

With Haeundae Beach at its center, Haeundae Special Tourist Zone offers diverse marine leisure activities and fresh seafood. The zone has transformed itself from a typical vacation spot into a destination where one can stay long-term while enjoying leisure activities and cultural events. Today, the zone attracts an increasing number of tourists from around the globe.

The zone not only has natural resources, such as Haeundae Beach, Dongbaekseom Island, Dalmaji Hill and sea water hot springs, but also a convention center and IT complex. Well-equipped with cultural facilities, including movie sets, art galleries and aquariums, it is a qualified destination for MICE (Meeting, Incentive tour, Convention and Exhibition) tourists.

The coastal drive course is another way to enjoy Haeundae Beach. Moontan Road, offering a grand night view and various walking trails, including Galmaet-gil lying along the coastline, should not be missed as well.

The skyline at Haeundae underwent a dramatic change with the advent of Centum City. At night, the city skyline that is brilliantly illuminated by the high-end residential/commercial buildings captivates travelers. Inside Centum City are luxury apartments and a grand shopping complex, including a department store and a retail outlet.

* Current State of Haeundae Special Tourist Zone
1) Districts Covered: Areas around Jung, Songjeong, Jaesong and U-dong (Centum City), Haeundae-gu, Busan
2) Area: 6,225,000 ㎡

* Tourist Attractions
Haeundae and Songjeong Beach, Dongbaek Island, Oryukdo Island, Centum City, Aquarium, Haeundae Hot Springs, etc.

Olive Young - Haeundae Jung-dong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 해운대중동)

Olive Young - Haeundae Jung-dong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 해운대중동)

9.4Km    2024-04-18

505, Jwadongsunhwan-ro, Haeundae-gu, Busan

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CheongKwanJang - Jung-dong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (정관장 중동)

CheongKwanJang - Jung-dong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (정관장 중동)

9.4Km    2024-04-18

506, Jwadongsunhwan-ro, Haeundae-gu, Busan

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Nurimaru APEC House (누리마루 APEC하우스)

Nurimaru APEC House (누리마루 APEC하우스)

9.4Km    2025-01-20

116 Dongbaek-ro, Haeundae-gu, Busan

Located on Dongbaekseom Island, an island of camellia trees, Nurimaru APEC House was the venue for the 2005 APEC Summit. Since then, it has been used as a memorial hall and a conference center. This three-story building is a contemporary recreation of a traditional Korean pavilion. The roof is inspired by the slope of Dongbaekseom Island, while the interior design features visual representations of traditional Korean culture. The terrace provides a great view of the Oryukdo Islets, Gwangandaegyo Bridge, and Dalmaji Hill. Visitors to Nurimaru APEC House can enjoy both the beauty of nature and the contemporary design of the building.

Leica Camera - Haeundae Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (라이카카메라 해운대)

Leica Camera - Haeundae Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (라이카카메라 해운대)

9.4Km    2024-04-17

BMWMINI Bldg., 299, Haeundaehaebyeon-ro, Haeundae-gu, Busan

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SEA LIFE Busan Aquarium (SEA LIFE 부산아쿠아리움)

SEA LIFE Busan Aquarium (SEA LIFE 부산아쿠아리움)

9.4Km    2024-05-23

266 Haeundaehaebyeon-ro, Haeundae-gu, Busan
+82-51-740-1700

The Busan Aquarium takes visitors into the exciting world of life under the sea. The aquarium covers an area of 36,000 ㎡ and is spread over 3 underground levels and one above-ground level with different sections divided into special themes. The underwater tunnel experience resembles a walk along the ocean floor with various sea creatures swimming above, serving as a popular attraction within the aquarium. The aquarium is home to over 250 different species of fish, algae, reptiles, and amphibians, including large sharks, turtles, seahorses, and more, for a total of over 10,000 sea creatures.

Haeundae Amso Galbijip ( 해운대암소갈비집)

Haeundae Amso Galbijip ( 해운대암소갈비집)

9.4Km    2024-11-29

32-10, Jungdong 2-ro 10beon-gil, Haeundae-gu, Busan
+82-51-746-0033

Haeundae Amso Galbijip is a restaurant near Haeundae Beach specializing in hanu gui (grilled Korean beef). Opened in 1964, the restaurant continues the fame of Haeundae galbi with unique sauce and smooth yet rich flavors that accentuate the flavors of hanu (Korean beef). The restaurant's signature menu is the hanu galbi gui (grilled Korean galbi). Don’t miss the gamja guksu (potato noodles) served after the main dish.

BENIKEA Marianne Hotel (베니키아 프리미어 마리안느호텔)

BENIKEA Marianne Hotel (베니키아 프리미어 마리안느호텔)

9.5Km    2019-11-01

310, Haeundaehaebyeon-ro, Haeundae-gu, Busan
+82-51-606-0600,0601

Located in Haeundae and opened in July 2014, BENIKEA Marianne Hotel is a business hotel consisting of 127 rooms for tourists and business visitors.

The hotel is close to Haeundae Beach so it offers a great view from guest rooms and the sky lounge, embracing the city and the sea. Freshly prepared rooms provide comfort and a 24-hour business center helps business customers with useful work-related facilities and service.

Grand Josun Busan (그랜드 조선 부산)

Grand Josun Busan (그랜드 조선 부산)

9.5Km    2022-06-08

292, Haeundaehaebyeon-ro, Haeundae-gu, Busan

Grand Josun Busan, where Josun Hotel has accumulated and developed capabilities and experiences with customers for the past 100 years, provides a world-class hotel experience through exploration and innovation of the essence of the hospitality industry. Guests can experience the best comfort and maximum pleasure during their stay in the magnificent 17-meter-high atrium and the dazzling Haeundae Beach, nature, and color of the city. The unique dining of Aria, Palais De Chine, Lounge & Bar, and Josun Deli adds to the pleasure of gourmet food, and the three banquet halls on the 5th floor can be used for various purposes, such as VIP invitation events and weddings. There is also a kids room, where guests can feel a differentiated luxury in a design that considers children, and is designed with the theme of the sea, forest, and sky, stimulating the imagination and curiosity of children.