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Democracy Park (민주공원)

14.5Km    2021-02-24

19, Minjugongwon-gil, Jung-gu, Busan
+82-51-790-7400

Busan Democracy Park was created to commemorate and continue the spirit of Busan residents who significantly devoted their lives during the 4.19 Revolution, Buma (Busan and Masan) Democratic Movement and June Democratic Movement.

The park has several amenities such as a Grand Hall, Cubby Hall, and an arboretum. The Grand Hall is used to hold international conferences, academic events, lectures, and performing arts while the Cubby Hall is used for small conferences, lectures and a film theater.

Converse - Gwangbok Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (컨버스 광복)

Converse - Gwangbok Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (컨버스 광복)

14.5Km    2024-04-22

81, Gwangbok-ro, Jung-gu, Busan

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New Year's Bell-ringing Ceremony (새해맞이 시민의 종 타종행사)

New Year's Bell-ringing Ceremony (새해맞이 시민의 종 타종행사)

14.5Km    2020-03-25

37-55, Yongdusan-gil, Jung-gu, Busan
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-51-501-6051

The New Year's Bell-ringing Ceremony in Busan is an event for local residents and tourists to wrap up the end of the year and greet a new year. It is a representative winter themed festival of Busan, held December 31 to January 1.

Ahopsansup Forest (아홉산숲)

Ahopsansup Forest (아홉산숲)

14.5Km    2024-04-29

37-1 Midong-gil, Gijang-gun, Busan
+82-51-721-9183

Ahopsansup Forest is a forest located at the foot of Ahopsan Mountain in Cheolma-myeon, Gijang-gun, Busan. It is a place where visitors can meet the undamaged natural environment and ecology. Diverse forests ㅡㅁsuch as bamboo forests, cypress forests, cedar trees, ginkgo trees, and natural forests, including Geumgang pine trees aged 100 to 300 years, make up Ahopsan Mountain. It is a private forest with a total area of ​​520,000 square meters and has been there for about 400 years. Only a limited number of people who have made a reservation in advance are allowed to enter for nature conservation. Unlike amusement parks and recreation areas, viewing is possible only within the limits that do not damage nature. However, forest experiences, activity programs for children, and forest explanation program are offered for visitors' entertainment.

Yongdusan Park (용두산공원)

Yongdusan Park (용두산공원)

14.5Km    2024-03-06

37-55, Yongdusan-gil, Jung-gu, Busan
+82-51-860-7820

Situated at the heart of Busan, Yongdusan Park is famous for its escalators, which connect the Nampo-dong area with the park. The park has a great view of the Busan Port and the Yeongdo area. Notable sights in the area include the Busan Tower, the Statue of Admiral Yi Sunsin, a bell pavilion, a flower clock, and a sculpture of a dragon. The observatory on the Busan Tower offers an expansive view of Busan’s city center, the Busan Port, and the South Port at the distance. The view of the city at night is also not to be missed. Nearby tourist sites include many of Busan’s famous sights, from Gwangbok-dong Cultural & Fashion Street to Jagalchi and Gukje Markets.

Wonder Place - Gwangbok Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (원더플레이스 광복)

Wonder Place - Gwangbok Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (원더플레이스 광복)

14.5Km    2024-04-18

F1-2 (Goryeo Bldg., Gwangbok-dong 1-ga), 79-1, Gwangbok-ro, Jung-gu, Busan

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Yeongdodaegyo Bridge (영도대교)

14.5Km    2023-04-22

46, Taejong-ro, Yeongdo-gu, Busan
+82-1670-8114

Yeongdodaegyo Bridge, connecting Nampo-dong and Yeongdo Island, was the first bridge to connect the mainland to one of the nearby islands in Busan. The bridge lifted to allow ships to pass between the south and north ports, and made a passage for ships anywhere from two to seven times in one day. When the bridge was first constructed, many people would gather to watch the strange spectacle of a bridge rising up to point to the sky. The bridge remains a famous landmark of Busan even to this day.

Nike - Gwangbok Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (나이키 광복)

Nike - Gwangbok Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (나이키 광복)

14.5Km    2024-04-16

82-1, Gwangbok-ro, Jung-gu, Busan

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Nampo-dong Dried Seafood Market (남포동 건어물시장)

Nampo-dong Dried Seafood Market (남포동 건어물시장)

14.5Km    2022-09-13

4-1, Yongmi-gil 8beon-gil, Jung-gu, Busan
+82-51-254-3311

Located right next to the sea, Nampo-dong Dried Seafood Market is a tradtional Korean market. Customers who want to experience a traditional seafood market in Busan are strongly encouraged to visit. Fresh seafood is offered at inexpensive prices. It houses Suhyup Seafood Joint Market as well.

Saint James - Gwangbok Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (세인트제임스 광복)

Saint James - Gwangbok Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (세인트제임스 광복)

14.5Km    2024-04-18

1F, 2F (Gwangbok-dong 2-ga), 77, Gwangbok-ro, Jung-gu, Busan

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