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1. Songdo Beach

Join the city residents and tourists that escape the sweltering summer heat of downtown Busan at Songdo Beach. Created in 1913 and upgraded in the 2000s, Songdo Beach is Korea’s first public beach. The name Songdo means pine island and is a reference to pine forests that were once thought to flourish in the area. It presents a quieter coastal experience to Busan’s other beaches such as Gwangalli Beach and Haeundae Beach.
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Songdo Beach featuring a coastal town, general coastal views and a sandy beach

2. Gukje Market

Prepare yourself for a sensory overload at Gukje Market. This vast street market has hundreds of shops packed tightly together along a network of both covered and open-air lanes. Browse for electronics, fashion trends and sundry household goods. Enjoy the traditional flavors of Korean snacks. Gukje Market began during the Korean War of the early 1950s when refugees sold their wares as a way to make a living.
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Gukje Market showing markets and interior views as well as a small group of people

3. Jagalchi Fish Market

Whether you’re in the mood for seafood or not, a walk through the Jagalchi Market is an enjoyable sensory experience. Visiting the sprawling multistory market is like exploring an aquarium without the glass walls. Octopi splash from buckets. Escaped fish flip on the pavement. However, there’s one important difference; everything at Jagalchi Market is destined to be someone’s meal. Jagalchi Market is the largest seafood market in South Korea. It will take an afternoon to fully explore. Be sure to tour both the outdoor section along the port and the indoor section in the massive market hall.
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Jagalchi Fish Market featuring shopping and interior views as well as a small group of people

4. Dadaepo Beach

Dadaepo Beach is Busan’s most famous stretch of sand. Join locals at this delightful beach where the waters are shallow and gentle, there are plenty of facilities and the scenery is beautiful. There is also the rather impressive Dadaepo Sunset Fountain of Dream spectacle to enjoy too.
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Dadaepo Beach featuring a sunset, general coastal views and a beach

5. BIFF Square

BIFF Square is one of Busan’s unique highlights that makes the city popular for international tourism. Starting more than 20 years ago as the home for the Busan International Film Festival (BIFF), the area has continued development as a center for Korea’s popular film industry as well as shopping, dining, nightlife and eclectic attractions.
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BIFF Square showing a city and central business district as well as a small group of people

6. Oedo Paradise Island

Take a ferry from Geoje Island to the well-tended gardens of Oedo Paradise Island. With European-style botanical gardens and over 3,000 species of plants, Oedo Island provides an idyllic setting to experience the atmosphere of the South Korean coastline.
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Oedo Paradise Island which includes a park and landscape views

What to do in Hayu

Popular places to visit

Oedo Paradise Island showing a garden, tranquil scenes and island images

Oedo Paradise Island

Beautifully designed botanical gardens and gorgeous ocean views make this tiny island southwest of Busan a favorite of visitors to Korea.

Oedo Paradise Island
Gujora Beach featuring a bay or harbor and landscape views

Gujora Beach

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Gujora Beach during your travels in Geoje? Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums.

Gujora Beach
Geoje Okpo Daecheop Ginyeom Park showing heritage elements as well as a family

Geoje Okpo Daecheop Ginyeom Park

Explore the great outdoors at Geoje Okpo Daecheop Ginyeom Park, a lovely green space in Geoje. Wander the sandy beaches and forest while you're in the area.

Geoje Okpo Daecheop Ginyeom Park
Oedo Botania Garden Island in Hallyeo Haesang National Marine Park located at Geoje city, Gyeongsangnam , South Korea

Oedo Botania

Explore the great outdoors at Oedo Botania, a lovely green space in Geoje. Wander the parks and beaches while you're in the area.

Oedo Botania
Geoje POW Camp

Geoje POW Camp

Explore the great outdoors at Geoje POW Camp, a lovely green space in Geoje. Wander the sandy beaches and forest while you're in the area.

Geoje POW Camp
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Hakdong Mongdol Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Hakdong Mongdol Beach during your trip to Geoje? Wander the sandy beaches and forest while you're in the area.

Hakdong Mongdol Beach
Geoje Museum showing signage

Geoje Museum

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Geoje Museum during your trip to Geoje. Wander the sandy beaches and forest while you're in the area.

Geoje Museum
Geoje Sea Village Folk Museum which includes interior views and marine life

Geoje Shipbuilding Marine Cultural Center

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Geoje Shipbuilding Marine Cultural Center during your trip to Geoje. Wander the sandy beaches and forest while you're in the area.

Geoje Shipbuilding Marine Cultural Center
Sinseondae Observatory which includes general coastal views and rugged coastline as well as a small group of people

Sinseondae Observatory

Enjoy an outing to Sinseondae Observatory during your stay in Geoje. Wander the parks and sandy beaches while you're in the area.

Sinseondae Observatory
Geoje showing a city

Geoje

Frequently asked questions

Is Hayu worth visiting?
Renowned for its coastal beaches and views, discovering fun things to do in Hayu is easy. Make sure to add Deokpo Beach to your itinerary when here.
How do I spend a day in Hayu?
Once you've checked off top attractions like Deokpo Beach and Nongso Pebble Beach, spend some time experiencing the food and retail options in Hayu.
What is the top tourist attraction in Hayu?
Don't go home without exploring Deokpo Beach, rated the top tourist attraction in Hayu.
Is three days enough to stay in Hayu?
You can easily enjoy leading attractions like Nongso Pebble Beach, Okgye Beach and Geoje-si Beach with a three-day stay in Hayu. On average, most travelers book two days here. There's plenty to discover nearby too, so stick around longer and venture to Busan.
What are some activities to do in Hayu with kids?
Whether you're traveling with tiny adventurers or hard-to-please teens, a schedule filled with fun activities is the key to a stress-free getaway. Browse our recommendations for what to do in Hayu with kids.

What to do in Hayu for adults?
Adults of all ages will have lots of things to do in Hayu. Whether you're into culture, outdoor pursuits or just enjoy visiting new places, there's something here for everyone.
Are there free things to do in Hayu?
In Hayu, Nongso Pebble Beach is a top spot for anyone planning to see the city without taking their wallet out. Also, wander around the local neighborhoods and parks, and ask for tips from a local tour guide. It's a good way to discover the best free things to do in Hayu.