Enjoy relaxing moments on the islands scattered across the vast sea! Explore 'island destinations' where you can experience Busan's ecology and culture up close while unwinding in lush greenery.

Jungsado Island In Gangseo-gu

Jungsado Island in Gangseo-gu, Busan offers a panoramic view of the Nakdonggang River.
It has recently become a popular camping spot. It is a favorite among campers because there are many large areas that make it easy to set up tents. It is also attractive because the unadorned natural scenery has been preserved.

There are many activities to enjoy including camping, riverside walks, and cycling. It is also a popular fishing spot for anglers. It is the perfect place for those who love nature tourism. However, there are no amenities such as supermarkets or convenience stores nearby, so it is recommended to prepare the necessary items in advance.

If you explore the surroundings of the island, you will see several cafes. After camping or hiking, you can stop at a cafe for a unique and relaxing experience. Enjoy a special nature trip to Jungsado, an island with a beautiful river view!

Jungsado Island In Gangseo-gu

• Address : Singman-dong, Gangseo-gu, Busan
• Directions :Exit 1, Buram Station, Busan-Gimhae Light Rail Transit Line of Busan Metro → Bus From Buram-dong Community Center Stop → 15-minute walk from Simangyo Bridge
• Inquiries : +82-51-970-4000 (Gangseo-gu Office)

Gadeokdo Lighthouse Experience

Get a chance to stay at a special accommodation that requires advance reservations! Check out the “Gadeokdo Lighthouse Experience” program, where you can enjoy both the historical significance and the scenery.

Gadeokdo Lighthouse is one of the last structures of the Korean Empire. The entrance with the symbol of the Korean Empire, the plum blossom, and the Gadeokdo Lighthouse Time Capsule buried to commemorate the completion of the new Gadeokdo Lighthouse in 2002, offer a glimpse into the long history of this place.

The lighthouse experience is only available to those who have applied in advance and been selected. You can take a tour of the lighthouse museum and a tour of the lighthouse tower, which is about 40 meters high, with vivid explanations from the lighthouse staff. It is a meaningful opportunity to learn about the history and structure of the lighthouse. The view of Gadeokdo Island from the bell tower is magnificent. One of the highlights is being able to enjoy the sea view of Gadeokdo Island to your heart's content even from your accommodation.
The restaurant is in the basement and does not serve meals, so it is recommended that you bring your own food. Please also remember that this is a military facility, so there are rules to follow, such as restrictions on going out in the evening and restrictions on taking photographs!

Experience the lighthouse on Gadeokdo Island, where history and nature come together for a special day. Want to have a meaningful trip? Apply for this program now!

Gadeokdo Lighthouse Experience

• Address: 10, Oeyangpo-ro, Gangseo-gu, Busan
• Directions : Exit 3, Hadan Station, Busan Metro Line 1 → Bus No. 2000 (Express) from Hadan Station Transfer Center → Bus No. Gangseo-gu 1 from Cheonseong IC Dongjung Stop → 39-minute walk from Oeyangpo Stop
• Inquiries :+82-51-971-9710

Dongbaekseom Island

Dongbaekseom Island has long been admired for its beauty. Although it has been connected to the mainland by sedimentation over the years, it still retains the name 'island' and traces of its ancient topography. The name “Haeundae” comes from the fact that the Silla-era scholar Choi Chi-won, who admired the beauty of the island, carved his own name on a rock, and the landscape has long been renowned for its outstanding beauty.

There are many historical symbols, so it is fun to look around. There are various attractions, including the legendary Princess Hwangok Mermaid Statue and the Nurimaru APEC House, where the 2005 APEC Summit was held. You can also enjoy the magnificent scenery of camellias in full bloom from winter to spring.

Make many fond memories on Dongbaekseom Island, where you can enjoy its awe-inspiring natural scenery and interesting history together!

Dongbaekseom Island

• Address : 710-1, U-dong, Haeundae-gu, Busan
• Directions : Exit 1, Dongbaek Station, Busan Metro Line 2 → 17-minute walk
• Inquiries : +82-51-749-7621

Oryukdo Islets

The emerald sea where the East Sea and the South Sea meet. There are five islands—sometimes six—seen on the brilliant blue rug.
The coastal waters of Oryukdo Islets are enough to fascinate visitors.

Oryukdo Islets, which is well-known as one of the most beautiful islands in Busan, refers to a group of rocky islands off Yongho-dong, Nam-gu, Busan. It has been designated as Busan National Geopark in recognition of its geological value: rock formed through volcanic activities 80 million years ago. In addition, it is a marine sanctuary, where protected marine creatures live, and also state-designated cultural heritage.

Oryukdo Islets are composed of Bangpaeseom Island, Solseom Island, Suriseom Island, Songgotseom Island, Gulseom Island, and Deungdaeseom Island, in order of proximity to the land. The name comes from the five (“o”) islands seen at low tide and the six (“ryuk”) islands at high tide. Deungdaeseom Island, the farthest island, has the Oryukdo Lighthouse, and it is the only one accessible to people among those islands. The Lighthouse serves as a gateway to Busanhang Port, which ships entering Busan must pass by.

Visit the Sunrise Park if you want to enjoy the unobstructed view of Oryukdo Islets. As you climb up the hill above the parking lot, you can enjoy the panoramic view with a cool sea breeze. The presence of ecological wetlands, trails, pavilions, and benches makes it a perfect spot for a picnic. Why not go down the hill and head to Oryukdo Skywalk, where you can see Oryukdo Islets right in front of your eyes? Skywalk, built on the edge of cliffs of unique rock formations, always teems with the laughter of visitors who want to enjoy the thrill of looking down at the sea through the glass plates under their feet.

Travelers feel the sea soak into their minds as they face the open sea, and the worries and stresses of daily life go away. The sea of Oryukdo Islets always looks peaceful.

Oryukdo Islets

• Address : 137, Oryukdo-ro, Nam-gu, Busan
• Directions : Kyungsung Univ.-Pukyong Nat'l Univ. Station on Busan Metro Line 2 → Transfer to Bus 24, 27, 131 or Nam-gu 2 → Get off at Oryukdo SK View Apartment
• Website : Shortcut
• Inquiry : +82-51-607-6395