Gangseo-gu
1. Eulsuk-do
Paradise for migratory birds
Lying at the estuary of Nakdonggang River, one of the main waterways in Korea, Eulsukdo is a tiny island regularly visited by tens of thousands of rare migratory birds including swans, cormorants, spoonbills and blackhead sea gulls. Designated as Natural Monument No. 179, Eulsukdo provides a peaceful resting place for summer birds between April and September and for winter birds between October and March. The island consists of reed fields, marshes, and walk courses, attracting birdwatchers and seekers for peaceful walking from across the country. |
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* Location : Hadan 2-dong, Saha-gu, Busan-si
* Transportation : Hadan Station of Busan Subway Line 1, plus bus services between the station and Eulsukdo.
* Phone : 82-51-200-2702 (Korea Water Resources Corporation)
Saha-gu
1. Dadaepo Beach and Morundae
Spectacle of nature at the estuary of Nakdonggang River
Dadaepo Beach is situated between Eulsukdo and Gamcheon-dong Port, and runs along the extensive coastline in parallel to the mouth of the Nakdonggang River. Dadaepo Beach is famous for the scenic beauty made by a beautifully curved coastline and fine white sands that form gentle hills. It covers an area of 53,000 square meters, spreading 0.4 kilometers from the mouth of Nakdonggang River to the east of Morundae.
A 78-meter high seaside cliff, Morundae (Busan Municipal Monument No. 27) spreads about 3 kilometers along the beach. Known as one of the three scenic seaside cliffs in the Busan area along with Taejongdae and Haeundae, it is surrounded by a lush forest of about 90 different species of trees including spindle trees and camellias as well as rocks of spectacular shapes. On weekends, Dadaepo becomes a haven for anglers.
* Location : Dadae-dong, Saha-gu, Busan
* Transportation : Goejeong Station or Namdo-dong Station of Busan Subway Line 1. Many bus services link the stations and Dadaepo.
Seo-gu
1. Songdo Beach
A delightful meeting between a beach and a dense pine forest
Named from the surrounding pine forest, Songdo ("pine island") Beach obtained its reputation as a sea resort by, in addition to the forest, the beautiful beach, clean seawater and rocks of exquisite shapes. It is also Busan's first beach developed as a public sea resort. The white sandy beach is 450 meters long and 7-15 meters wide, and the water is 1-1.5 meters deep. Continued development has marred some of its attractions, but the place is still loved by many people who are particularly enthusiastic about the beautiful night view the beach creates as well as the evergreen forest. The entertainment in the area includes an amusement park with a children's playground, boat trips and rowing.
* Location : Amnam-dong, Seo-gu, Busan-si
* Transportation : Busan Station, Jagalchi Station or Nampo-dong Station of Line 1, then take a bus to Songdo. Yeongdo-gu
1. Taejongdae Park
Busan's number one scenic site where coastal cliffs and rocky islands mix with forests and the blue sea
Located at the southernmost part of Busan, Taejongdae is one of Korea's most visited tourist attractions. Covering an area of 160,000 square meters, the park contains an observation deck, a lighthouse, a cruise ship terminal, and a forest thickly wooded with over 200 kinds of subtropical trees including camellias, silver magnolias and pine trees. The spectacle made by rocks of all shapes, sea cliffs, islands and the blue sea gives many visitors a lasting memory. Looking over the Oryukdo Islands, the famous symbol of Busan, from the observation deck is a delightful experience and, if weather permits, one can even see from the deck Tsushima Island (Daemado) of Japan.
The 4.3 km ring road of Taejongdae has gained a huge popularity among joggers and walkers as well as drivers thanks to the stunning coastal views it provides. Another attraction is the pleasure tram service linking the terminal square, Taejongsa Temple, the lighthouse, the observation deck and Gumyeongsa Temple. Operating between 09 : 00 and 18 : 00, the tram can hold up to 54 persons at a time. The fare for a round journey is 1,500 won for adults, 1,000 won for youth and 600 won for children. While admission to the park is free to early risers and nighttime walkers, the forest is forbidden to enter from November to May for environmental protection.
* Location : San 29-1, Dongsam 2-dong, Yeongdo-gu, Busan-si
* Opening hours
- Mar.~Oct. 04 : 00~22 : 00 (Admission is charged between 08 : 00 and 20 : 00)
- Nov.~Feb. 05 : 00~20 : 00 (Admission is charged between 09 : 00 and 19 : 00)
* Admission : 400 won for adults, and 200 won for youth/children
* Transportation : Seomyeon Station, Busan Station, Nampo-dong Station or Jagalchi Station of Busan Subway Line 1, then take a bus linking the station and the park.
* Phone : 82-51-405-2004
Cruise Ship Tour
Enjoy a romantic evening meal on the sea!
If one wants to fully enjoy the stunning coastal views of Busan, the Cruise Boat Tour should be the choice. The Tezroc cruise boat departs from the Tezroc Ferry Terminal next to the Coastal Ferry Terminal, sailing to Oryuk-do Islands, Taejongdae Cliff, Saengdo Island, and the sea off Gwangalli Beach, then coming back to the terminal. Each of the "lunch" and "dinner cruises" requires about one hour and 40 minutes, while the "sunset cruise" takes about one hour and 10 minutes. The boat can accommodate approximately 180 passengers, and it has a restaurant with a stage to give musical performances during the meal. The cruise service is given twice a day, at lunch and dinner time, on weekdays and three times on weekends including a "sunset cruise". It is necessary to reserve a seat for the sunset cruise, at least one day in advance.
* Cruise routes
- Lunch Cruise : Sumireu Park à Taejongdae à Oryukdo Islands à Sumireu Park
- Dinner Cruise : Sumireu Park à Oryukdo Islands à Gwangalli à Haeundae à Sumireu Park
- Sunset Cruise : Sumireu Park à Taejongdae à Saengdo Island à Oryukdo Islands à Sumireu Park
* Operating hours : Mon.~Fri. 12 : 30, 18 : 30, Sat.~Sun. 12 : 30, 15 : 30, 18 : 30 (more services during the peak season)
* Fees : 30,000 won including the meal (or 20,000 won without a meal)
* Transportation : Jungang-dong Station of Busan Subway Line 1. The terminal is in a walking distance although there are bus services from the station.
* Phone : 82-51-463-7680¡2
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