5 Busan Records
Busan has the world’s largest department store, the world’s only UN cemetery, and a structure with the world’s longest cantilever roof. In October, major festivals are held in Busan, giving visitors an unforgettable experience.
1. THE WORLD’S LARGEST DEPARTMENT STORE RECORDED IN THE 2009 GUINNESS BOOK OF WORLD RECORDS
Shinsegae Department Store – Centum City Branch
It is an urban center (B2–9F) for both shopping and entertainment. You can shop at famous imported brand stores, as well as have fun at Spa Land, Ice Rink and Golf Range, and in the cinema.
2. ONE OF THE THREE MAJOR SKYWALKS IN KOREA
Oryukdo Skywalk
Oryukdo Skywalk is built over the sea, which is unique compared to the other two major skywalks (Uiamho Lake Skywalk in Chuncheon and Byeongbangchi Skywalk in Jeongseon, Gangwon-do). It is thrilling to stand on the U-shaped observatory with a transparent glass floor stretching from the cliff towards the sea, where you can enjoy the open sea view.
3. THE ONLY UN CEMETERY IN THE WORLD
UN Memorial Cemetery In Korea
This cemetery is a burial ground in memory of some 2,300 UN soldiers from 11 countries who sacrificed themselves during the 1950 Korean War. On November 11 at 11 am every year, the Turn Toward Busan event is held to remember the war veterans with a one minute moment of silence.
4. VISITED BY OVER ONE MILLION PEOPLE EVERY YEAR
Busan Fireworks Festival
This fireworks festival takes place in October every year on Gwangalli Beach. The night sky is decorated with mega sized fireworks with the lights shining on the bridge creating a romantic mood. The fireworks can also be enjoyed from Dongbaekseom Island and Igidae Cliff.
5. A GRAND GATHERING OF FILM INDUSTRY PEOPLE FROM AROUND THE WORLD
Busan International Film Festival
This is a major film festival that takes place in October every year. The grand opening is held in Busan Cinema Center in Haeundae, and films are screened in several cinemas including those in Centum City. The outdoor stage at BIFF Village is filled with heat and excitement, as audiences get a chance to meet and talk with actors and actresses.
General Information
Subway
In Busan, four subway lines and one light rail transit line are in operation. The four subway lines are frequently used by visitors, as they are quick and convenient, connecting destinations scattered all over the city. For cruise tourists, it will be sufficient to take the subway to get to attractions near Busan, Jungang, Nampo and Jagalchi stations on Subway Line 1
- Adult 1,300 won for Section 1 (1,200 won with a transportation card) & 1,500 won for Section 2 (1,400 won with a transportation card)
- One-day ticket 4,500 won (unlimited boarding)
City Tour Bus
- Departure KTX Busan Station Square (in front of the old Arirang Hotel. Exit 8 of Busan Station on Subway Line 1)
- * With a one-day ticket, you can freely hop on and off at designated stops.
- * You can pay for the ticket when boarding (Cash and credit cards accepted).
BUTI BUS (Red Line · Blue Line · Green Line)
- 09:30–16:30 (Closed on Mondays)
- Intervals: 30 mins
- Adult 15,000 won (Additional charge of 5,000 won for a transfer to Taejongdae Course)
- www.citytourbusan.com
- * Please check the mobile tour guide app BUTI SMART GUIDE (EN/CH/JP).
Red Line (Busan Station – Haeundae) Course
- Busan Station → Busanhangdaegyo Bridge (bypass) → UN Memorial Cemetery → Busan Museum → Yonghoman Sightseeing Boat Terminal → Gwangalli Beach → Busan Youth Hostel Arpina → Marine City → Dongbaekseom Island → Haeundae Beach → Shinsegae Centum City → Busan Cinema Center → Busan Museum of Art & BEXCO → Gwangandaegyo Bridge (bypass) → Peace Park → Busanhangdaegyo Bridge (bypass) → Gwangbok-ro Road → Busan Station
Blue Line (Haeundae – Haedong Yonggungsa Temple) Course
- Haeundae Beach (transfer) → Dalmaji-gil Road → Songjeong Beach → Fisheries Science Museum & Haedong Yonggungsa Temple → Osiria Tourism Complex → Busan National Science Museum → Songjeong Station → Busan Museum of Art & BEXCO (transfer)
Green Line (Yonghoman Bay – Oryukdo Island) Course
- Yonghoman Sightseeing Boat Terminal (transfer) → Oryukdo Island
Jumbo Bus (Taejongdae Course)
- 09:00–18:00 (Closed on Mondays)
- Intervals: 30 mins / Duration: 2 hrs 10 mins
- Adult 15,000 won (Additional charge of 5,000 won for a transfer to the Haeundae Course)
- www.jumbocitytour.com
- JUMBO BUS Course
- * Please check the full course on the website.
- Busan Station → Yeongdodaegyo Bridge → Taejongdae → Korea National Maritime Museum → Oryukdo Island → Songdo Beach → Gukje Market & BIFF Square → Jagalchi Market
Mandi Bus
- 09:00–18:00 (Closed on Mondays)
- Intervals: 30 mins / Duration: 1 hr 40 mins
- Adult 10,000 won
- www.mandibus.kr
- * Please check the mobile tour guide app MANDI BUS (EN/CH/JP)
- MANDI BUS Course
- * Please check the full course on the website.
- Busan Station → Huinnyeoul Culture Village → Gamcheon Culture Village → Gukje Market, Bupyeong Night Market → Yongdusan Park → Bosu-dong Bookstore Alley → Yoo Chihwan Postbox, Kkakkomak Café
Shopping
Duty-free Shops
- · Busan Duty Free – Busan Port Branch
- 3F, Busan Port International Passenger Terminal, 206, Chungjang-daero, Dong-gu, Busan
- 051-460-0900
- 07:00–20:00
- · Busan Duty Free – Busan Tower in Yongdusan Park (To open in February 2018)
- 37-55, Yongdusan-gil, Jung-gu, Busan
- · Shinsegae Duty Free – Busan Branch
- 15, Centum 4-ro, Haeundae-gu, Busan (Centum City Station on Subway Line 2)
- 1661-8778
- 09:30–20:00 / Fri–Sun 09:30–21:00 (Open all year)
- · 3CE Shinsegae Duty Free – Centum City Branch (cosmetics, perfumes)
- Shinsegae Centum City Mall B1, 15, Centum 4-ro, Haeundae-gu, Busan
- 051-775-3298
- 09:00–20:00
Tax Refund Shop
- · Y’Z Park – Gwangbok Branch (a shopping complex)
- 6, Gwangbok-ro 39beon-gil, Jung-gu, Busan
- 051-260-5000
- 11:00–22:00
Specialties
Busan’s Specialties
12 Signature Foods of Busan
