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Take a walk in a sculpture park filled with the scent of art at every step!

Convenient and easy-to-enjoy cultural arts

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Everyone these days needs some refreshment! Many people travel and encounter culture and art to add energy to stagnant thinking and purify their minds. There are places that offer an opportunity to do both. They are sculpture parks filled with a variety of artwork.

The sculpted masterpieces you meet along your walk give you new thoughts and excitement that you have never experienced before. Enjoying the sculptures on your walk, not a single moment bores you. In addition to becoming more cultured and refined, the best thing about these parks is that you get to enjoy the great works of art for free! Give your trip or everyday life a special and exciting boost at sculpture parks featuring beautiful artwork.

Eulsukdo Sculpture Park

Established as a part of the “Busan Sculpture Project” of the Busan Biennale 2004, Eulsukdo Sculpture Park is located within Eulsukdo Cultural Center. The park possesses 20 sculpted works that were submitted to the Busan Biennale 2004's Busan Sculpture Project. Most of these works deals with peaceful coexistence with the natural ecosystem.

Eulsukdo is an island built by sand banks and seated in the Nakdonggang River estuary, and it features the Museum of Contemporary Art Busan known for its vertical garden as well as a pond park and trails. It is the perfect place to enjoy nature and culture at the same time! The diverse sculptures in harmony with the beautiful landscape exude different vibes under the changing weather and time. The park sits on quite a vast land area of 20,880㎡. Once you take a look around the scenery of the riverside and the sculpted masterpieces, your body will feel lighter while your mind will feel abundant and energetic.

Cheonmasan Sculpture Garden

Though Cheonmasan Mountain is small, Cheonmasan Sculpture Garden is huge. It sits on a land area of 16,000㎡ and boasts 44 sculptures! The garden is completely surrounded by the forest and trees so, here, you may enjoy artwork in cozy and relaxing nature. Cheonmasan Sculpture Garden has a trail that serves as both a rest stop for residents and tourists and a cultural space for students' field trips.

It is also a popular family destination thanks to the Forest Experience for Children and picnic tables where families can rest or spend a few hours. From Busanhangdaegyo Bridge and Namhangdaegyo Bridge to Busan Tower viewed from the observatory, the famous attractions of Busan seen in the distance give you a sense of anticipation. If you wish to enjoy great sculptures and relax in a peaceful place with clouds, the sea and forest, Cheonmasan Sculpture Garden is a place you should visit.

APEC Naru Park

APEC Naru Park is a romantic place where you can see the Suyeonggang River up close while taking a relaxing stroll. The sea, maple leaves and impressive sculptures installed throughout the park remind you of an exotic outdoor art exhibition.

As you gently tread on fallen leaves and walk along a narrow path by the Suyeonggang River, your feet may stop on their own in front of each of the sculptures. This park is a perfect place to remove any confusing thoughts and congested minds and fill yourself up with relaxation and satisfaction. All of the artwork at APEC Naru Park is displayed on a map, which will help you enjoy the masterpieces in an easier, more convenient manner.

Overview

Address
Eulsukdo Sculpture Park: Hadan-dong, Saha-gu, Busan
Cheonmasan Sculpture Garden: San 4-26, Amnam-dong, Seo-gu, Busan
APEC Naru Park: 1494, U-dong, Haeundae-gu, Busan
Closing Dates
Open all year round
Hours
Always open
Service Fees
Free
Traffic Information
Eulsukdo Sculpture Park
Exit 5, Hadan Station, Subway Line 1 → Hadan Station Bus Stop, Transfer to Bus 3, 58-2, 520, 168, 55, or 58 → Eulsukdo (Cultural Center), Eulsukdo Eco Park, 5-minute walk
Parking: Eulsukdo Cultural Center Parking Lot

Cheonmasan Sculpture Garden
Exit 5, Jagalchi Station, Subway Line 1 → Jagalchi Station Bus Stop, Transfer to Bus 134 → Dongsan Church Bus Stop, 8-minute walk
Parking: (former) Kamjung Elementary School Public Parking Lot

APEC Naru Park
Exit 12, Centum City Station, Subway Line 2 → 10-minute walk
Parking: APEC Naru Park Parking Lot