Tourist Attractions | When in Busan

Imnang Beach, The Beach that only I want to know

Silver moonlight against the white sandy beach

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Summer is the sea, and the sea is Busan, but this beach is not known to outsiders yet. Imnang Beach is the beach loved by the people of Busan and considered to be one of the two top beaches of Gijang-gun.

Busan Gijang-gun

To the peak of Jangsan Mountain that overlooks Marine City and Gwangandaegyo Bridge

3 hr outing to conquer the peak of Jangsan Mountain

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Jangsan Mountain, overlooking the southern sea, is a towering natural wonder, with a wide range of hiking trails. Enjoy a 3 hr outing to the peak of Jangsan Mountain while appreciating the scenic view of Haeundae Marine City and Gwangandaegyo Bridge.

Busan Haeundae-gu

The view at Bongnaesan Mountain is spectacular!

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Is the name Bongnae, which means a phoenix descending, too much? The moment you climb up Bongnaesan Mountain and see the view, your doubts will fly away. Climb up the steep slope between the bumpy rocks, and push through the watery fog to walk on the trail. Stop by the historic park that tells you about Yeongdo’s specialty crop, the Jonaegi sweet potato. Reach the summit past the clouds hanging on the hillside to see the view where a phoenix roamed during the ancient times. No matter how exhausted you were until then, you’d immediately feel like everything was worth it. The top of Bongnaesan Mountain presents hikers with a vast and panoramic view of the ocean in all directions and the city.

Busan Yeongdo-gu

Jangansa Temple, a millennium temple in Bulgwangsan Mountain surrounded by the valley

place where mountain, valley, temple, and people come together.

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Jangansa Temple is said to have been founded by Buddhist Monk Wonhyo famous for the story of horrid skull cup. For more than 1,300 years, it has been in harmony with the foot of Bulgwangsan Mountain. With Bulgwangsan Mountain in its background and Jangansa Valley in its foreground, Jangansa Temple attracts many people with the beautiful nature outside and harmonious design inside.

Busan Gijang-gun

Hocheon Village is famous for the K-drama “Fight for My Way” and wall paintings of tigers

The night view full of beautiful stars

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Places around mountainside roads are counted among the unique attractions of Busan, and the most famous is Gamcheon Culture Village. Hocheon Village is also one of them, widely known as the location for the K-drama “Fight for My Way.” In the old days, tigers were said to frequently roam the mountain’s rough and irregular sides. Now, they’re gone, but the hillside is dotted with clusters of households with orange-warm street lamps that illuminate the alleys.

Busan Busanjin-gu

Eternal journey with books

Hilton Eternal Journey, a book café in Gijang, Busan

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Recently, the term “hocance” has been gaining popularity, making the stay at hotels and resorts the ultimate purpose of a trip. The Eternal Journey book café in Hilton Busan was built for this purpose—to provide rest to visitors through books.

Busan Gijang-gun

Songsanghyeon Square, the link of flow and communication

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Located at the urban center alongside a beautiful forest and small brook, Songsanghyeon Square is a perfect place to enjoy a relaxing time under the Metasequoia tree on a breezy day. It is the largest urban square in Busan that provides a café and outdoor performance hall where diverse events and performances are held.

Busan Busanjin-gu

You go, to Cine Road

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The slate is ready. Scene 1: No. 1 Cine Road. “Ready. Action!” Many of the movies watched by tens of millions of people were filmed in Busan! Which movies are they? Find out by visiting Movie Street! “I’m the director, and you’re the actor.” Pretend like you’re a movie star. Imagine how an actor lets go of who he/she is and gets completely absorbed into a film character. Such thoroughness makes us marvel. Spider-man, a world-famous hero, is at Haeundae as well. Don’t forget to take a picture with Spider-Man, who continues to work hard to protect us from evil! A leisure afternoon with movie characters with an open view of the ocean at Haeundae This is what people call small but sure happiness.

Busan Haeundae-gu

Make three wishes to Buddha at Samgwangsa Temple

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Samgwangsa Temple, located on the outskirts of the beautiful Baegyangsan Mountain, embraces the lower village. Even though the temple is large, it’s a place of prayer to Bodhisattva Avalokitesvara, where many people pray quietly. Each visitor circles around the pagoda containing the cremated remains of Buddha, and prays wholeheartedly. On Buddha’s birthday, you must see the spectacular sight provided by the Lotus Lantern Festival. In May, colorful lanterns light up the outskirts of the mountain at Samgwangsa Temple, making it the brightest place of all.

Busan Busanjin-gu

Orangdae Park: Wishing for the sea’s well-being

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In Orangdae Park, the sound of sea waves crashing against the seashore’s rocks brings a peaceful state of mind.

Busan Gijang-gun

1,000 years of fragrance at Seonamsa Temple

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Located at the center of Baegyangsan Mountain Forest, Seonamsa Temple, which is over 1,000 years old, purifies the mind and body. Buddhist Monk Wonhyo established the temple during the Silla Period, which makes it ancient architecture. People naturally lower their voices inside the quiet and tranquil temple. The time-ridden Beomjonggak Pavilion that houses the Buddhist bell welcomes visitors. It is as if the large sandfish with the head of a dragon is telling visitors to reflect upon oneself. What happened to the cozy three-story stone pagoda that only the roof stone remains? Visit Seonamsa Temple and have a fulfilling walk on a sunny day.

Busan Busanjin-gu

Embrace the Nakdonggang River at Unsusa Temple

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As suggested by the name, Unsusa Temple is famous for its beautiful clouds and water. Perhaps, that is why it is survived as a great place to pray and practice asceticism over a thousand years. Fresh energy flowing from old trees that cover the sky fills up the walking trail. Daeungjeon Hall, designated as a national treasure, sits modestly. Gazing at the unique floral door at the Daeungbojeon Hall, people are immediately drawn to it. Sit on the small veranda porch by the kitchen to appreciate the maker who built the spot to comfort visitors. Stand by the Beomjonggak Pavilion, where anyone can ring the bell to watch the Nakdonggang River flow underfoot far away

Busan Sasang-gu

Geumgang Park and Botanical Garden in harmony with old and new

For those who prefer strolling in a forest to climbing a mountain

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Before the Busan Citizens Park was created, Geumgang Park and Geumgang Botanical Garden were the most famous with which the majority of Busan citizens have a special memory. The place was once owned by a Japanese merchant who made a part of Geumjeongsan Mountain into his own private garden. But after the liberation of Korea, it was designated as “Geumgang Park.” The name “Geumgang” originated from the time when people said Geumjeongsan Mountain was as beautiful as Geumgangsan Mountain and so called it "Sogeumggang (small Geumgang).

Busan Dongnae-gu

Sajik Baseball Stadium is a “small Busan” filled with passion and energy.

A romantic venue full of things to see, eat, and enjoy

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Baseball comes first in Busan because its people are unusually big fans of the sport. The Sajik Baseball Stadium—home of the Lotte giants, the most popular baseball club—features a unique cheering culture embodying their one-of-a-kind love for baseball.

Busan Dongnae-gu

Gupo Children’s Traffic Safety Park aims to educate children about traffic safety.

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Gupo Children’s Traffic Safety Park is a paradise for children where they can explore and learn about traffic safety. Gupo Children’s Traffic Safety Park operates hands-on systematic programs, focusing on early traffic safety education for children. Outdoor experience programs are popular, along with indoor education. On Saturdays, individual visitors, not in groups, are welcome to the park for free.

Busan Buk-gu

Nuribaragi Observatory, looking out to mountainside road

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Nuribaragi Observatory is recommended for travelers wishing to share the memory of Sanbokdoro, overlooking the sea, sky, and city.

Busan Seo-gu