Haeundae Beach

What to do in Haeundae Beach

Gunam-ro Main Road

Gunam-ro is the main street at Haeundae Beach, stretching from Haeundae Station to Haeundae Square. Lined with restaurants, cafes, and shops like Artbox, Olive Young, and Daiso, and convenience stores such as US25, CU, and 7-Eleven. Plus, don't miss cute selfie studios like Photo Signature and Photo Drink for memorable holiday snaps in Haeundae, Busan.

Haeundae Square

Haeundae Square, also known as Haeundae Event Plaza, is located in South Korea's Haeundae Beach, where you can enjoy its fantastic vantage point overlooking the beach and the vast ocean.

Haeundae Lights Festival

Running from mid-November to late January, the Haeundae Lights Festival shines as Haeundae's top winter event. The festival decorates Haeundae Beach and Gunam-ro main road with captivating lights and media arts, with cool light sculpture photo spots and engaging hands-on activities for you to enjoy.

Dongbaekseom Island

Dongbaek Island, located at the end of Haeundae Beach in Busan, was once an island but is now part of the mainland. Known for its blooming camellia flowers from December to March, the island includes two scenic walking trails---a 450-meter coastal path and a 930-meter circular trail through the forest. A leisurely walk around the island takes about 30--50 minutes.

Busan X The Sky

Busan X The Sky is one of Haeundae Beach's iconic landmarks, offering a must-see panoramic view. Located in one of the skyscrapers, see the tower as you exit Blueline Park at Mipo Station of the Sky Capsule. On clear days, this observatory gives you the best vantage point to admire the entire stretch of Haeundae Beach, along with sweeping views of Busan's cityscape, encompassing the sea, mountains, and scattered helipad buildings.

Tips for your Haeundae Beach visit

When is the best time to visit Haeundae Beach?

The ideal time to visit Haeundae is during the summer months when the weather is perfect for beach activities. However, each season offers its own unique charm, so you can enjoy different attractions year-round.

How to go to Haeundae Beach?

Haeundae is well-connected by Busan Subway Line 2 and the Donghae Nambu railway line, making it easily accessible from other parts of Busan and beyond. You can also take a direct bus (#1003) from Busan Station or a taxi for convenience.

How to get to Haeundae Beach from Busan Station?

To reach Haeundae Beach from Busan Station, you have a few transport options:

• By Subway: Board the train at Busan Station (line 1), and alight at Haeundae Station (line 2, exit 3/5) in around 50 minutes. Consider using the escalator or lift near exit 5/7 for convenience.

• By Bus: From Busan KTX Station or Busan Subway Station (line 1, exit 6), head to the middle of the road and catch bus #1003 to Haeundae Beach, taking approximately 45 minutes.

• By Taxi: Opt for a taxi ride from Busan Station for a faster journey of about 40 minutes.