Haeundae

Busan

Haeundae showing a coastal town, general coastal views and a sunset
Haeundae
Haeundae showing a city and signage
Songjeong Beach showing a sandy beach, a coastal town and general coastal views
Haeundae which includes a city, a coastal town and a skyscraper

Known across the country for its spacious and beautiful beach, this part of Busan also has numerous exciting cultural attractions. 

The city of Haeundae attracts thousands of people to the 1-mile (1.5-kilometer) stretch of white sand known as Haeundae BeachOpens in a new window. The beach itself is 160 feet (50 meters) wide. Its gently sloping seafloor offers a shallow wading area in a protected bay. Join the hordes of people on the beach and include plenty of time to explore inland sites as well.

For an interesting perspective on this part of the city, view the film Tidal Wave, South Korea’s first major disaster movie. The plot involves people trying to escape a tsunami at Haeundae Beach. You might recognize some of the film locations as you travel around the city. The movie’s disaster story is fiction, of course.

Walk west along the beach to Dongbaekseom Island. It is now a peninsula but still bears the island name. Look for a mermaid statue, beautiful camellias and views over the ocean and toward the Gwangangdaegyo Bridge.

Inland from the beach are many attractions with broad appeal. Stop at Radium Art Center for exhibits of contemporary visual, digital and sound art. Stroll through Busan Haeundae Traditional Market where typical Korean shopping includes housewares and farm-fresh produce and seafood.

Haeundae has many natural hot springs. Have a spa treatment at Haeundae Spa Center, enjoy views while soaking in outdoor pools at Cimer Spa or rest your feet at the public Haeundae Hot Spring Footbath near the Haeundae Beach Tourist Information Center.

Visit the SEA LIFE Busan Aquarium, which has over 250 species of marine creatures. Look for fish, amphibians, reptiles and algae in large tanks over three levels. Walk through a transparent tunnel and be surrounded by swimming sea animals.

See a concert or sporting event just west of Haeundae in the large convention center BEXCO in Centum City. The Busan Cinema Centre hosts autumn’s famous Busan International Film Festival (BIFF).

Take the Busan metro to the Haeundae stop. You’ll find accommodations across a broad price range fairly close to the beach.


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Top hotels in Haeundae

Paradise Hotel Busan
Paradise Hotel Busan
5 out of 5
296, Haeundaehaebyeon-ro, Haeundae-gu, Busan, Busan
The price is HK$1,260 per night from 8 Jul to 9 Jul
HK$1,260
HK$1,554 total
8 Jul - 9 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Busan. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,432 reviews)
"The hotel is perfectly located along the most beautiful beach and close to all shops and action. Amazing stay."

Reviewed on 4 Jul 2025

Paradise Hotel Busan
NEWCZ HAEUNDAE RESIDENCE
NEWCZ HAEUNDAE RESIDENCE
4 out of 5
30 Haeun-daero 570beon-gil, Haeundae-gu, Busan
The price is HK$404 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
HK$404
HK$448 total
6 Jul - 7 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star residence in Busan. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Haeundae Beach and Gwangalli Beach are ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (271 reviews)
Great location!
"Great location. Wonderful condo accommodations."

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2025

NEWCZ HAEUNDAE RESIDENCE
Toyoko Inn Busan Haeundae No.2
Toyoko Inn Busan Haeundae No.2
2.5 out of 5
5, Haeundaehaebyeon-ro 237beon-gil, Haeundae-gu, Busan
The price is HK$378 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
HK$378
HK$418 total
6 Jul - 7 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Busan. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,133 reviews)
"Excellent breakfast, close to the beach."

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2025

Toyoko Inn Busan Haeundae No.2
L7 HAEUNDAE by LOTTE
L7 HAEUNDAE by LOTTE
4.5 out of 5
55 Haeun-daero 570beon-gil, Haeundae-gu, Busan
The price is HK$979 per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
HK$979
HK$1,077 total
7 Jul - 8 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Busan. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Popular attractions Haeundae Beach and Gwangalli Beach ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (829 reviews)
"방이 좀 좁은 편이고, 방에서 페인트 냄새와 유사한 이상한 냄새가 나서 좀 불편했습니다. 아마 새로 지은 호텔이라 그런 듯 한데, 냄새를 제거하기 위한 노력이 필요해 보입니다."

Reviewed on 4 Jul 2025

L7 HAEUNDAE by LOTTE
Signiel Busan
Signiel Busan
5 out of 5
30, Dalmaji-gil, Busan, Busan
The price is HK$1,845 per night from 8 Jul to 9 Jul
HK$1,845
HK$2,244 total
8 Jul - 9 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Busan. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)
"Fantastic spot"

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2025

Signiel Busan
Grand Josun Busan
Grand Josun Busan
5 out of 5
292, Haeundaehaebyeon-ro, Busan
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is HK$1,244 per night from 15 Jul to 16 Jul
HK$1,244
HK$1,369 total
15 Jul - 16 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Busan. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"Beautiful property, beautiful beachfront views"

Reviewed on 27 Jun 2025

Grand Josun Busan
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Other neighbourhoods around Haeundae

Gwangalli Beach featuring a sandy beach, a city and a coastal town

Millak-dong

Discover Millak-dong, memorable for its beaches. Popular attractions in Millak-dong include Gwangalli Beach and Millak Waterfront Park, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at Millak Station.

Millak-dong
Gwangalli Beach showing general coastal views, a sandy beach and a coastal town

Suyeong-gu

4.5/5(4 area reviews)

Noted for its beaches and bars, there's plenty to explore in Suyeong-gu. Top attractions like Gwangalli Beach and Gwangan Grand Bridge are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Gwangan Station or Suyeong Station to see more of the city.

Suyeong-gu
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Gwangan-dong

When in Gwangan-dong and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Gwangalli Beach or Shinsegae Centum City and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Gwangan Station or Suyeong Station.

Gwangan-dong
Busan showing a bridge, rocky coastline and general coastal views

Nam-gu

Get to know Nam-gu and its many features like its restaurants and museums. You might want to explore sights like Oryukdo Skywalk and Oryukdo Island, and you can jump on the metro at Kyungsung University- Pukyong National University Station or Daeyeon Station to get around the city.

Nam-gu
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Yeonsan

During your stop in Yeonsan, check out the restaurants, and jump on the metro at Yeonsan Station to see more of the surrounding area.

Yeonsan
Chungnyeolsa featuring heritage elements, wild flowers and a garden

Dongnae District

Dongnae District is a destination travellers like for its spas, and you might hop aboard the metro at Dongnae Station or Myeongnyun Station to explore sights like Sajik Baseball Stadium.

Dongnae District

Haeundae