Busan, South Korea

Busan Tower

Opened 1973

Tower Story

Busan tower is located at Yongdusan park which represents the city of Busanm built in 1973. This tower is a symbol of Busan with an altitude of 69m, 120m high.

There are two elevators for the observation deck, which has two floors modeled after Bulguksa Daboh tower.

Democracy park, Yeongdodaegyo bridge, Busandaegyo bridge, Busan harbor, Jagalchi Market, Namhangdaegyo bridge and Oryukdo islands can all be seen from the observation deck.

On a clear day, even Daemado islands are visible, and Busan harbor’s night views are famous to the public.

Yongdusan park and Busan tower are a Busan citizen’s pride and joy for a picnic.

BN group company which runs Busan tower began management in December 7 2021.

Address

Yongdusang Park, Yongudusan-gil 37-51, Jung- gu, Busan. Republic of Korea

Manager

Mr. Hwang Young-Kyu

hyk423@bto.or.kr

Facts & Statistics

City name

Busan

Tower name

Busan Tower

Height from base to top of antennas

189m

Height of observation deck

120m

Architect

Sangki NA

Number of observation decks/levels

2 levels

Height of observation deck

120m

Height of cafe

5m

Number of windows

64 windows

Number of stairs to the top

495 stairs

Inauguration date

October 1973 / Re-opened December 2021

Lift capacity

15

Lift capacity per hour

260

Lift speed

10km/h

Elevator manufacturer

OTIS

Number of lifts

2

Unique features of the tower

There is a mission in progress in the tower. It is a game that can be enjoyed by all ages. When you complete the mission, you will receive a gift.