Gwangalli Beach

For a long time, Gwangalli Beach was overshadowed by Haeundae Beach, but after the completion of the Gwangan Bridge, it has become one of the most popular beaches not only in Busan, but also in South Korea. With nearly 12 million visitors in 2019, this popular beach was the third most frequented beach in South Korea, according to the Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries.

Gwangalli Beach is 1.4 kilometers long and lined with more than 300 fashionable cafés and eateries. The lights on Gwangan Bridge make the vista from the beach spectacular at night. You can't help but feel romantic as buskers play music down the shore. In order to make the beach a better place for visitors and locals, smoking is not allowed over the whole beach area.

Gwangalli Beach is known for its fashionable eateries with spectacular views of the Gwangan Bridge. These hip cafés have attracted people from all around South Korea, as well as overseas influencers, thanks to the growing popularity of social media platforms like Instagram and YouTube. In addition to these popular cafés and restaurants, Gwangalli Beach has recently attracted more people by offering a variety of maritime activities such as jet boats, bandwagons, paddle boats, and windsurfing, to name a few.

Location: Busan, South Korea