Urban beach with views of famous Gwangan Bridge (Diamond Bridge). Center of Busan nightlife — bars, restaurants, live music. Every Saturday — free drone show over sea (300 drones!). Beach smaller than Haeundae but more atmospheric. Best bridge view — evening with lights.
Free beach access. Drone show free every Saturday (check schedule for time). Bars and restaurants along promenade at own expense.
Metro Line 2 to Gwangan Station (광안역), Exit 3 or 5 — 5 min to beach. Or to Geumnyeonsan Station (금련산역), Exit 1 — for western part of beach.
Beach accessible 24/7
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Every Saturday, 2 shows: 7 PM and 9 PM (October-February) or 8 PM and 10 PM (March-September). Free, just come to beach. Show is 12 min, visible from everywhere. May cancel due to weather.
Haeundae — bigger, more famous, more touristy. Gwangalli — local atmosphere, better nightlife, bridge view. For evening and Saturday drone show — Gwangalli. For beach day — Haeundae.
Useful tips for visiting Gwangalli Beach
Saturday drone show — must see! Arrive 30-40 min early, get spot on sand. Show theme changes weekly. Schedule at gwangallimdrone.co.kr.
Best Gwangan Bridge photos — from beach after sunset. Bridge lit up in different colors. Get food and drinks from store — have picnic on sand.
Promenade — foodie paradise! Korean BBQ with sea view, dessert cafes, craft beer bars. Prices higher than downtown but atmosphere worth it.
On New Year and Chuseok — special drone shows with more drones. December 31 — countdown with 2000+ drones!
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