About Busan

The gentle sea with the purest water and the magnificent sandy beaches of Busan attract more and more tourists yearly. The crystal turquoise color of the seawater sets the level of your vacation somewhere between stunning and perfect. So if you are looking for the perfect sea, this is your place!

Busan Best beaches

view the highest rated beaches in area

Senior friendly

Haeundae Beach

Jung-dong 1.4 km
Very good
8.7
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Bright fine sand • Turquoise pure water • Very crowded
7.8 Amenities index
Senior friendly

Gwangalli Beach

Namcheon-dong 1.2 km
Very good
8.7
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Bright fine sand • Turquoise pure water • Crowded in season
7.8 Amenities index
Good for Relax

Ilgwang Beach

Ilgwang-eup 0.5 km
Very good
8.7
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Turquoise water • Crowded in season
7.2 Amenities index
Senior friendly

Songdo Beach

Amnam-dong 0.1 km
Very good
8.7
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Picturesque • Easy access • Bright sand • Crowded in season
7.8 Amenities index
Good for Relax

Songjeong Beach

Songjeong-dong 0.6 km
Very good
8.5
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Turquoise pure water • Crowded in season
7.2 Amenities index
Good for Relax

Imrang Beach

Imnang-ri 0.7 km
Very good
8.4
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Turquoise water • Crowded in season
6.2 Amenities index

Calm, measured rest and the sound of waves are perhaps the most common associations that arise with the word "beach". This is not surprising, as relaxation is exactly what many beach travelers are looking for. If you associate your vacation primarily with such activity, choose one of the 7 beaches in the region.

To make your choice easier, we have prepared a list of the best beaches for relaxation in Busan.

Attraction and Infrastructure

As for the main features of the beaches of Busan, they are as follows:

  • The region's beaches are mainly wide, moderate length and have a high level of cleanliness. The most common surface is sand of bright color.
  • Usually, entry into the water is moderately gentle, such beaches are 5.
  • An important clarification, 1 beach in the region have a long intertidal zone, which means that during low tide hours you may have to travel a considerable distance. This is also something to consider if you don't want to suddenly be in the water at high tide.
  • The average distance from the road to beach in Busan is less than 500 meters. 7 beaches are relatively easy to access.

The vast majority of Busan beaches have the necessary amenities, such as sun loungers, umbrellas, beach cafes, showers and toilets.

Latest reviews on Busan's beaches

Haeundae Beach
10 Lukas Kovalski

This beach is an absolute gem that I highly recommend visiting. It boasts a spacious stretch of sand that is impeccably maintained, making it a pristine spot to soak up the sun. The scenery is breathtakingly beautiful, adding to the overall allure of the location. If you're looking to avoid the crowds, I suggest visiting in the early hours of the day - not only will you have more space to enjoy, but you'll also be able to capture some stunning shots of the scenery.

Gwangalli Beach
10 Aidan Reynolds

The beach is truly enchanting, especially during the night. You can witness the Gwangan Bridge light up with a plethora of colorful lights, and the boats below setting off fireworks. Additionally, on Saturdays, they put on a drone show with varying themes that is truly stunning.

Ilgwang Beach
8 KICERUDER R

good

Songdo Beach
8 Zalika 111

The stunning seaside location boasts a serene and tranquil beach, offering a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. The picturesque views of the surrounding area are simply breathtaking, with the added bonus of a cable car ride to take in the scenery from above. Overall, it's a fantastic spot for unwinding and taking in the beauty of nature.

Songjeong Beach
10 Zarik

Surfing

Imrang Beach
8 Rin Hae Kim

Beach

Please note that lifeguards supervise 7 beaches in the region, but you should rely on more than just them, remember the elementary rules, as lifeguards are not on duty around the clock, even on equipped beaches!

Finding hotels in relative proximity to the beaches is usually fine. Many beaches have enough nearby accommodation, which gives good opportunities to choose the right place to stay.

Do you know how many beaches there are in Busan? In total there are 7 beaches and the most popular is Haeundae Beach.