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Gwangalli Beach & Millak Waterside Park

Busan

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DESTINATIONS south korea busan Bars & Nightlife Gwangalli Beach & Millak Waterside Park

Gwangalli Beach & Millak Waterside Park

Nighttime is when this beach truly shines: it starts with the spectacular sunset, followed by an unobstructed view of the nightly Gwangan Bridge light show (8, 9 and 10pm Fri-Sat and 8 & 10pm Sun-Thu), which is sometimes complemented with firework displays. There are street performances along the promenade and dozens of inviting eateries. Unsurprisingly, the beach tends to get quite busy after sundown and is especially popular with local youths who particularly favour the area. If you feel up to a genuine local nightlife experience, pick up some picnic food (sashimi and soju are usually the local combinations of choice) and join the crowds at Millak Waterfront Park.

Bars & Nightlife

Gwangalli is the area to be once the sun has set, Seomyeon and Haeundae also remain fairly busy. It-places shift from one year to the next, although HQ Gwangan seems to have been able to maintain its patron base through the years. Galmegi Brewing and Gorilla Brewing are favourites for craft beer.

Gwangalli Beach & Millak Waterside Park Copyright: ST_Travel/Shutterstock.com
Gwangalli Beach & Millak Waterside Park
Nighttime is when this beach truly shines: it starts with the spectacular sunset, followed by an unobstructed view of the nightly Gwangan Bridge light show (8, 9 and 10pm Fri-Sat and 8 & 10pm Sun-Thu), which is sometimes complemented with firework displays. There are street performances along the promenade and dozens of inviting eateries. Unsurprisingly, …
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Galmegi Brewing Gwangan Copyright: MaxyM/Shutterstock.com
Galmegi Brewing Gwangan
Galmegi Brewing is a local craft beer brewery with several locations across Busan. Ordering a sampler flight with 4 beers of choice is the best way to go: select from the menu that includes everything from mild IPA and lager to stouts and beers with distinct fruity or vanilla notes. They serve a limited …
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Gorilla Brewing Co. Copyright: michelangeloop/Shutterstock.com
Gorilla Brewing Co.
A popular craft brewery with a couple dozen varieties of beer on tap; order by flight or individual glass. The roomy interior follows an industrial theme and can feel somewhat empty outside of peak evening hours, so plan your visit for somewhere around …
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HQ Gwangan 4F Copyright: AS photo studio/Shutterstock.com
HQ Gwangan 4F
This Gwangalli Beach staple is a bar especially popular with expats: affordable drinks, live music, great vibes, and a spectacular night view of the Gwangan Bridge are a few of its unbeatable …
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Haeundae Ogtap Rooftop Copyright: TuiPhotoEngineer/Shutterstock.com
Haeundae Ogtap Rooftop
A lively rooftop bar with a view of the sea, Haeundae Beach and its surrounding high-rises, which light up beautifully at night. Order a beer and take it all in from the panoramic outdoor terrace; a snack and food menu is also …
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The Bay 101 Yacht Club Copyright: kim chul hyun/Shutterstock.com
The Bay 101 Yacht Club
This buzzing waterfront development is a popular venue for an after-sundown excursion, whether it be to enjoy the spectacular cityscape that unfolds from here or indulge in some expertly cooked dishes of world cuisine (try the beef noodles at Daedo). There are both high- and low-end dining options available, as well as a coffee …
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Boksoondoga F1963 Copyright: Suzi Pratt/Shutterstock.com
Boksoondoga F1963
Located at the F1963 cultural centre is Boksoondoga, a fine dining restaurant celebrated for cultivating a revival of "makgeolli", a traditional variety of carbonated Korean rice wine that is fermented with "nuruk" and served unfiltered. Historically, this particular variety of wine was held to be a farmers' drink, but has now gained a following …
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