Haeundae District

Art and culture in Haeundae District

Busan Art & Culture

Busan’s Haeundae district serves as a major cultural hub, anchored by the Busan Cinema Center, the official home of the Busan International Film Festival. This area features the Busan City Art Museum, which houses the dedicated Space Lee Ufan, alongside specialized institutions like the GoEun Museum of Photography and the Jucheonjogakbo Museum. Visitors can explore contemporary galleries within the Centum City complex or attend performances at various specialized theaters and outdoor venues concentrated around the Suyeong River.

Busan Art & Culture — Map

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Busan City Art Museum

This public museum features contemporary Korean art and includes the Space Lee Ufan, a permanent annex dedicated to the renowned minimalist artist.

B

GoEun Museum of Photography

A perfect stop for any photography lover out there, this museum of photography offers small yet very inspiring exhibitions to enjoy for…

C

Radium Art Center

A contemporary art space featuring digital media, sound installations, and thematic exhibitions located near the Haeundae waterfront.

D

Won Gallery

A private gallery showcasing works by contemporary Korean artists.

E

Sohyang Theater

A multi-purpose performance hall located at Dongseo University's Centum Campus, primarily hosting musicals, concerts, and theatrical productions.

F

KNN Theater

A theater located within the KNN broadcasting station building that hosts local plays, comedy shows, and small-scale performances.

G

Cinemountain

A primary facility within the Busan Cinema Center containing three cinemas and a multi-purpose performing arts theater.

H

BIFF Hall

Part of the Busan Cinema Center complex, this building houses the BIFF archives, offices, and educational facilities for film studies.

I

Yeonghwauijeondang

The official venue of the Busan International Film Festival, featuring a 4,000-seat outdoor theater and a roof recognized for its record-breaking cantilever design.

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LOTTE Cinema

A multiplex cinema located within the Lotte Department Store in Centum City.

K

Sinsegyegaelleoli senteomsitijeom

An art gallery located on the 6th floor of the Shinsegae Centum City department store, hosting rotating contemporary art exhibitions.

L

Ateusohyang

A contemporary art gallery in the Centum City area focusing on emerging Korean artists and diverse visual media.

M

CGV Starium

Located inside Shinsegae Centum City, this cinema features a 'Starium' auditorium with one of the world's largest movie screens.

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Yaoemudae ( Outside Teater )

The large outdoor screening space at the Busan Cinema Center, used for the opening and closing ceremonies of the Busan International Film Festival.

O

Haeundaemunhwahoegwan

A multi-disciplinary cultural center featuring performance halls, exhibition spaces, and classrooms for community art programs.

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Jucheonjogakbo Museum

A specialized museum showcasing jogakbo, traditional Korean patchwork wrapping cloths, and other historic textile crafts.

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Daehan Buddhism Exhibition Hall

An exhibition space dedicated to Buddhist art, artifacts, and traditional Korean religious culture.

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Daeugeonseolgeojedong Exhibition Hall

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