Busan
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Parks & Walks
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Busanjin-gu
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Vast ecological park in the heart of Busan, a natural space shared by citizens on the site that once served as a military base
Busan Citizens Park
Opening hours
● Opens at 05:00
05:00–24:00
Admission
Free
Free admission
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Busan Citizens Park Overview
Busan Citizens Park is an ecological park established in 2014 in the former U.S. military camp Hialeah located in Buaam-dong, Busanjin-gu, Busan, and is the largest complex ecological park in the heart of Busan. The site, which had been closed off from citizens for nearly a century, has been returned and restored to the public, carrying significant historical meaning.
The park's history
Camp Hialeah was originally used as a horse racing track during the Japanese colonial period and later became a U.S. military base after liberation. For over fifty years, public access was blocked, and after the U.S. military base was relocated in 2010, the site was returned to the city of Busan, and approximately 470,000 square meters of vast land was reborn as a citizens park.
Park composition
The park is composed of five thematic zones: Memory Plaza, Culture Plaza, Fun Plaza, Nature Plaza, and Participation Plaza. It includes a historical exhibition space preserving the history of the U.S. military base, a large open plaza, an outdoor performance venue, a children's play area, and a pet play area.
Green spaces and trail
The trail within the park, featuring lush trees and wide grasslands, stretches to a total length of 4.3 kilometers. Citizens continuously fill the park throughout the year to enjoy nature, walk, jog, and have picnics.
Highlights
- 01 Historical significance of the return of the former US military base
- 02 Busan's largest ecological park at 470,000㎡
- 03 Enjoyment in 5 themed zones
- 04 Exhibition Hall preserving the history of the US military base
- 05 4.3km Trail and grass picnic
- 06 Pet playground and children's playground
Hours
Same daily
Daily 05:00–24:00
Getting there
Subway
Subway Line 1, Bumam Station, Exit 5, 5-minute walk
Bus
Bus stop at Citizen Park, exiting, multiple buses
Car
73 Simingongwon-ro, Busanjin-gu
Quick directions
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From major starting points
35.1684, 129.0574
Restaurants nearby
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Parking
Driving? Check the nearest parking lots-
Public Behind Yunwon Office Apartment 17 min walk · 990 mFirst 10 min ₩700 · then ₩700 per 10 min · Daily max ₩21,000Weekdays Open 24h 12 spaces Off-street lot
Fees and hours may change — check the signs on site. · Source: data.go.kr National Parking Standard Data, Busan Facilities Corporation
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- What are the opening hours of Busan Citizens Park?
- Daily 05:00–24:00
- Is there an admission fee for Busan Citizens Park?
- Free
- How do I get to Busan Citizens Park? (public transport)
- Subway: Subway Line 1, Bumam Station, Exit 5, 5-minute walk / Bus: Bus stop at Citizen Park, exiting, multiple buses / Car: 73 Simingongwon-ro, Busanjin-gu
- What is the phone number for Busan Citizens Park?
- 051-850-6000
- When is the best time to visit Busan Citizens Park?
- Year-round / spring cherry blossoms·canola flower (April), autumn foliage (October–November) / weekend lawn picnic recommended
- Where is Busan Citizens Park located? (address)
- 73 Simingongwon-ro, Busanjin-gu, Busan
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