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Gwangalli Beach

Gwangan-dong, Suyeong-gu, Busan, South Korea
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Ranked #4 of 106 attractions in Busan
Type: Beaches
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Whistler, Canada
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 June 2013

While it's worth checking out the spectacle of Haeundae, Gwangalli is a better option for actually spending a day/afternoon/evening hanging out at the beach. Nice sand, some free (though small and limited) tropical "umbrellas" for shade, and lots of restaurants and convenience stores nearby. Though I hear Gwangalli also gets really crowded in high summer (July/Aug) it was very quiet... More

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Hong Kong, China
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2013

Went there around sunset. The view is good when the sky is clear. There are people setting off fireworks at night (can be bought from sellers around). Shops and places to eat nearby, including a fish market at one end of the bridge.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2013

Went after sunset to see the bridge lit up. People had bought fireworks from the nearby store and were firing them off on the beach. The bridge and the fireworks combined made it a very nice evening to just sit on the beach and enjoy the moment. With a beer.

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Bangkok, Thailand
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2013

The buildings along this beach look old. It also has the feeling of being cramped because there is the bridge in front. In my opinion, Haeundae beach has a more expansive feel and it is newer and more vibrant.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

The view is great and one can enjoy sea there at best. The bridge adds more to the beauty of beach. Lots of shops and restaurants located on the beach road so a good hang out.

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Jakarta, Indonesia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 April 2013

there are so many restaurant, coffee shops, pub and bar along the Gwangali beach road. Just sit and relax in one of it when the sun set or at night, and see the colorful light of the busan bridge.

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Busan, Busan, South Korea
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 April 2013

Gwangalli beach area used to be seen as the poorer cousin to Haeundae but recently Gwangalli has really come into its own. The rapid expansion of bars, restaurants and coffee shops offers something for everyone. The water sport centre is a great place to pass away a few hours and Won and usually the beach in Gwangalli doesn’t get a... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 March 2013

I've been mainly to beaches in Southeast Asia, but since I live in Korea, I have to make do with what this country has. That said, I really liked this beach because of the laid-back atmosphere and recently developed boardwalk. One bar to hit here is Beached Bar run by the New Zealander Craig Morrison. It's a great place to... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 February 2013

We spent the night at some hotel on the beach that was reduced half price b/c it was late October and cold. The views were wonderful! Seafood restaurants line the beach (very romantic) and strolling along the beach walk afterwards was very pleasant. At sunrise the next morning we departed and the bridge views were awesome...almost majestic even though it... More

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Seoul, South Korea
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 February 2013

I really really love this beach! Haeundae is lovely but very busy. Gwangalli beach is a bit quieter and the colorful bridge at night is gorgeous. Lovely to buy some beers at the convenience store and just sit on the beach, or enjoy a cocktail at one of the many bars on the beachfront. Motels nearby too. October is a... More

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