2014 ANNUAL CONGRESS OF ISOPES

Tour

  • Must-see

  • Yacht

  • Night Tour

Haeundae Beach

Haeundae Beach

Haeundae boasts an ideal wide, sandy beach and shallow waters with gentle ripples. At the mention of 'Busan', 'Haeundae' is the first to spring to mind, and it surely is the city's representative spot. In particular, with the buildings and upscale hotels along the shoreline, the beach is well-known for its modern feel.

  • ▶ Available period : June 1st-September 30th (4 months)
  • ▶ Getting there: Subway line 2 to Haeundae Station (Exit 3 or 5)
    • - 600m in the direction of Haeundae seaside.

Jagalchi Market

Jagalchi Market

A place where freshly caught fish is bought and sold. The first floor of the building is the fish market while the second floor has a raw fish center and a dried seafood section. Fresh fish can be bought for comparatively low prices, and an economical meal can be enjoyed by buying the fish from the market and then taking it upstairs to the raw fish center where it can be prepared for just a small additional cost to cover seasonings and maeuntang(spicy fish soup).

  • ▶ Opening hours: 02:00-22:00
  • ▶ Getting there: Subway line 1 to Jagalchi Market (Exit 10) → Jagalchi 1-gil → Entrance to Jagalchi Market

Gukje Market

Gukje Market

This market is a reminder that Busan was once the largest trade city in Korea. Gukje Market is large in scale and including various foreign items, a vast array of goods are offered at bargain prices.

  • ▶ Opening hours: 09:00-20:00
  • ▶ Getting there: Subway line 1 to Jagalchi Market Station (Exit 7) → Nampo intersection →BIFF Square, 300m in the direction of Gwangbok-ro

BIFF Square

BIFF Square

The first Busan International Film festival in 1996 was the first of its kind in Korea. Since then BIFF has grown to become the world's most dynamic film festival and Asia's largest festival. The BIFF Square is at the center of the 4 movie theaters in Nampo-dong and is a combined entertainment space for movie-watching and shopping. It is also called 'Star Street' for its circular stage and the handprints of famous movie industry celebrities.

  • ▶ Getting there: Subway line 1 to Jagalchi Station (Exit 7) → Nampo intersection → BIFF Square, 300m in the direction of Gwangbok-ro

Busan Tower

Busan Tower

The second highest lighthouse in the world, Busan Tower was erected in 1973 at an altitude of 69m and height of 120m. It was based on the design of a lighthouse, and the top of the tower was modelled after the top of Bulguksa's Dabotap in Gyeongju. The observation deck affords spectacular views of the city, particularly at night.

  • ▶ Opening hours
    • - April-September: 08:30-22:00
    • - October-March: 09:00-22:00
  • ▶ Admission fee charged
  • ▶ Getting there: Subway line 1 to Nampo Station (Exit 1) → 200m in the direction of Gwangbok-dong Fashion Street → Yongdusan Park → Take the escalator

Gwangan Bridge

Gwangan Bridge

Gwangan Bridge stretches over 7.4km and is the largest bridge over the ocean in South Korea. The bridge showcases wonderful night views and the upper part of the bridge captures the scenery of the sea and nearby cities.

  • ▶ Getting there: Subway line 2 to Gwangan Station (Exits 3 and 5) → 700m in the direction of Gwangalli Beach

Taejongdae Resort Park

Taejongdae Resort Park

Taejongdae was named after the 29th king of Silla Dynasty King Taejong Muyeol (Kim Chun-chu). While traveling around the country, King Taejong had been attracted to this spot with its rugged cliffs surrounded by dense pine forests and the sea and he enjoyed shooting arrows here. Taejongdae is abundant in its cliffs, which seem as if they have been trimmed by the sea, and uniquely-formed rocks, believed to have been formed during the 4th interglacial period 120,000 years ago. The breathtaking views here enable visitors to appreciate Busan's natural history.

  • ▶ Getting there: Subway line 1 to Nampo Station (Exit 6) → Change to bus no. 66, 88, or 101 → Alight at Taejongdae Park

Information Source : The Busan Tourism Organization (http://www.bto.or.kr)

Yacht B

Yacht B

Yacht B is the first convention sailing venue in Korea. It offers both regular sightseeing tours around Gwangan Bridge, Oryukdo and Haeundae as well as meetings and functions on the wide, blue sea.

Busan Sailing Federation

Busan Sailing Federation

Offering yacht sailing experiences and classes to the public.

Night Tour

Route A

MT.HwangnyeonsanGwangan(Diamond) BridgeDongbaek IslandHaeundae Beach

  1. MT.Hwangnyeonsan
    Halfway up the road to Mt. Geumryeonsan Observatory→Commemorative photo at the photozone (of Gwangan Bridge and Gwangan Bay)→'Bongsudae' Smoke-signalling Station at the top of Mt. Hwangnyeonsan(for the best view of Busan City by night)
  2. Gwangan(Diamond) Bridge
    Gwangan Bridge→Beautiful views of Gwangalli and Haeundae's Marine City from Gwangan Bridge - Restaurant : Near Gwangalli Beach's 'Terrace Restaurant'
  3. Dongbaek Island
    Island trail→Nurimaru APEC House (visit)→Observatory Lighthouse→Statue of the Little Mermaid→Rocky shoreline trail
  4. Haeundae Beach
    Enjoy the night scene near Haeundae Beach→Observe the Marine City skyscrapers at night→Dongbaek Island trail

Route B

IgidaeMT.HwangnyeonsanGwangalli BeachBusan Cinema Center

  1. Igidae
    Shooting location for the movie 'Haeundae'→Igidae Trail Drive along the Igidae Coast Road→Haeparang Road (views of Oryukdo Islets)
  2. MT.Hwangnyeonsan
    Halfway up the road to Mt. Geumryeonsan View Point→Commemorative photo at the photozone (of Gwangan Bridge and Gwangan Bay)→'Bongsudae' Smoke Signal Station at the top of Mt. Hwangnyeonsan (for the best view of Busan City by night)
  3. Gwangalli Beach
    Walk along the beachfront road and enjoy the spectacular views of Gwangan Bridge as well as the various beachside entertainments

    - Restaurant : near Gwangan Beach's 'Terrace Restaurant'

  4. Busan Cinema Center
    Enjoy the night scene near Haeundae Beach→Observe the skyscrapers by Haeundae Beach→Movie Hall of Fame at the Busan Cinema Center

Route C

Dalmaji, HaeundaeSongjeong BeachGijang Baby Bottle LighthouseDaebyeon Port

  1. Dalmaji, Haeundae
    Halfway up Dalmaji Hill→Haewoljeong Observatory (observe the moonlit ocean from this traditional Korean pavilion)→Take a drive along the Haemaru Road

    - Restaurant : Cafe street along Dalmaji Hill

  2. Songjeong Beach
    Songjeong Beach→Jukdo Park Trail→Teatime at a variety of cafes

    - Refreshments : mobile cafes at Songjeong Beach

  3. Gijang Baby Bottle Lighthouse
    Stop to enjoy the beautiful sea views and the sound of the waves
  4. Daebyeon Port
    Buy anchovies or seaweed, two of the area's most famous marine products. Feel and smell the unique culture and aroma of Busan

Information Source : The Busan Tourism Organization (http://www.bto.or.kr)