Songjeong Beach
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Aug 2023 • Friends
Busan is one of the largest cities in Korea. The characteristic of Busan is that it's located in the southeastern tip of Korea.It is close to the sea, so tourist attractions related to the sea such as beaches and seafood are famous. It's a representative beach in Busan Many people think of Haeundae Beach and Gwangalli Beach a lot. But the place I will introduce is Songjeong Beach.
Which atmosphere do you prefer, bustling or quiet? If you like the quiet atmosphere, I recommend this beach. This is because Songjeong Beach is not known compared to other beaches except during the peak summer season, so it is quiet. And originally, this beach was managed by the military unit, so it has not been long since it was opened to the public compared to other beaches, so you can see the clean sea. And recently, accommodation and convenience facilities have also been developed, so convenience in accommodation and travel has been added. If you want to enjoy the quiet and comfortable sea in Busan, I recommend Songjeong Beach.
Which atmosphere do you prefer, bustling or quiet? If you like the quiet atmosphere, I recommend this beach. This is because Songjeong Beach is not known compared to other beaches except during the peak summer season, so it is quiet. And originally, this beach was managed by the military unit, so it has not been long since it was opened to the public compared to other beaches, so you can see the clean sea. And recently, accommodation and convenience facilities have also been developed, so convenience in accommodation and travel has been added. If you want to enjoy the quiet and comfortable sea in Busan, I recommend Songjeong Beach.
Written 15 October 2023
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Christian M
Copenhagen, Denmark6,006 contributions
May 2024 • Couples
Songjeong Beach is located at the end of the delightful Green Railway hike (which starts near Haeundae Beach), so we brought along towels and sun hats.
The beach is magnificent with soft sand, clear water without impurities, and plenty of space to lay out and soak up the sun, since the relatively few other guests - all Asians - traditionally don't swim or sunbathe.
We enjoyed a couple of peaceful hours in the sun (mid-May) and then went to a café on the boardwalk before taking the train back downtown.
The beach is magnificent with soft sand, clear water without impurities, and plenty of space to lay out and soak up the sun, since the relatively few other guests - all Asians - traditionally don't swim or sunbathe.
We enjoyed a couple of peaceful hours in the sun (mid-May) and then went to a café on the boardwalk before taking the train back downtown.
Written 13 May 2024
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justin H
Callahan, FL8 contributions
Oct 2014 • Family
If you want to go to a beach that isn't quite so crowded, this is the best beach in Busan. Songjeong's off the subway line, so it doesn't get quite the same tourist traffic that Haeundae and Gwanganli do. There are a few coffee shops (Holly's, Angel-in-us) with 5 or so floors each, right up on the beach so you can see everything for kilometers around. There's also a beautiful little park on a peninsula nearby with walking trails and a beautiful pagoda.
That being said, there isn't much foreign food in the area (I think I've seen a McDonald's a few blocks away). We ate at a dwegi-gukbap (pork/rice soup) place and loved it. Otherwise, if you're wanting a full meal, be prepared to eat fish.
That being said, there isn't much foreign food in the area (I think I've seen a McDonald's a few blocks away). We ate at a dwegi-gukbap (pork/rice soup) place and loved it. Otherwise, if you're wanting a full meal, be prepared to eat fish.
Written 22 January 2015
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Lydia C
New York City, NY8 contributions
Jan 2020
You'll see a lot of people surfing/learning to surf in the water here even in the winter (which is where I learned too)!
Written 13 January 2020
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365Explore
England, UK125 contributions
Mar 2018 • Friends
The beach is great for swimming during the summer months, and it is full of places to eat and dine and have coffee with friends all year around. It is very open sea beach, so you feel nature around, and surrounded by buildings where all sercvices are provided. So close to Busan and as good as the city.
Written 26 March 2018
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Anne
Temple, TX381 contributions
Jul 2017 • Family
We had a great time at the beach. Wonderful for family. You can rent a chair and an umbrella for the day. Tons of coffee shops and places to eat. The crowds were calm and not much of a party place so it was great for a family with children. We will be back.
Written 2 July 2017
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Ed C
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Nov 2022 • Couples
Great beach for surfing. Lots to do and not overly crowded with tourist. Try the toast from one of the food trucks. We'll worth it.
Written 20 November 2022
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badcarissa
Fort Meade, MD95 contributions
May 2019 • Family
We stayed at Hotel Carib, which gave us a perfect view of the many surfers who were out doing their thing every day....I loved it! True, it's maybe not the best place for really swimming, but for a great view and just dipping your toes in the sea, you really can't beat it!
Written 25 May 2019
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Michal D
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Aug 2018 • Couples
Good hotels, good cafes at the beach and good and inexpensive restaurants in the neigbourhood. The beach is much less crowded than Heaundae and quite pleasant for sleeping or having fun with little kids.
But the rule on guarded beaches in Busan is no swimming beyond buoys that are chest-deep during the high tide and below-the-waist deep during the low tide, so you basically cannot go more than ca 30 meters away from the shore. It's strongly enforced by many lifeguards, you hear their whistles almost permanently. After swimming there and back again and again along the buoys, constantly pestered by the lifeguards, because you're too near to them and kicking the sand in shallow water, you'll get annoyed soon.
It is also prohibited to enter the water after 6 PM. Not to swim, they'll kick you out when you're walking knee-deep along the shore.
And that surely weren't bad weather rules, those rules apply all the time.
If you want to have fun in the sea, just don't go to Busan beaches. They won't let you have it.
But the rule on guarded beaches in Busan is no swimming beyond buoys that are chest-deep during the high tide and below-the-waist deep during the low tide, so you basically cannot go more than ca 30 meters away from the shore. It's strongly enforced by many lifeguards, you hear their whistles almost permanently. After swimming there and back again and again along the buoys, constantly pestered by the lifeguards, because you're too near to them and kicking the sand in shallow water, you'll get annoyed soon.
It is also prohibited to enter the water after 6 PM. Not to swim, they'll kick you out when you're walking knee-deep along the shore.
And that surely weren't bad weather rules, those rules apply all the time.
If you want to have fun in the sea, just don't go to Busan beaches. They won't let you have it.
Written 12 August 2018
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Damiano N
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Jun 2018 • Solo
Here is a more quiet beach and beautiful as you expect it to be on a weekend getaway.
Sunny day needed to see the beauty of the water and sand tho.
I was there on a Sunday/Monday, and it was not crowded at all.
its a surfer beach but dont expect waves, that's for beginners.
Its still quiet at night, couples and family are coming
Some good seafood restaurants, cheap and great hotel (I recommend Songjeong Marina Resort) nice view of the beach.
The sunrise at the hotel was breathtaking.
If you spend 2 nights there, I can assure you that you would feel disconnected.
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED for at least a night as it is far from everything else but its worth it
I will come back for sure someday !
Sunny day needed to see the beauty of the water and sand tho.
I was there on a Sunday/Monday, and it was not crowded at all.
its a surfer beach but dont expect waves, that's for beginners.
Its still quiet at night, couples and family are coming
Some good seafood restaurants, cheap and great hotel (I recommend Songjeong Marina Resort) nice view of the beach.
The sunrise at the hotel was breathtaking.
If you spend 2 nights there, I can assure you that you would feel disconnected.
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED for at least a night as it is far from everything else but its worth it
I will come back for sure someday !
Written 19 June 2018
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Our cruise ship will stop in Busan for about 6 hours on a Saturday. During that time, I'd like to get out to Songjeong Beach and go surfing (probably renting from Monkey Surf). My question is what the most efficient way to get from the cruise terminal to Monkey Surf given the short time window.
Written 30 June 2018
If you only have 6 hours , I would not advise you to go surfing there as the waves are small and you might be disappointed. If you want to have a look you the fastest way is to take a taxi from the ferry terminal.
Written 16 July 2018
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