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Nurimaru APEC House (누리마루 APEC하우스)

Nurimaru APEC House (누리마루 APEC하우스) · © KTO · KOGL Type 3

Busan

Nurimaru APEC House

Nurimaru APEC House is a curated attraction in Korea — full details, hours, and access info on the official Korea Tourism page.

ROOTIconic stop curated by Korea Tourism OrganizationBusan coastal flavor — sea, hills, seafoodEnglish-friendly

Why go

Nurimaru APEC House sits on Dongbaek Island in Busan, jutting into the sea along the Haeundae coastline. Built to host the 2005 APEC Summit, the modernist pavilion blends traditional Korean architectural motifs with contemporary design. Visitors can tour the summit conference rooms, exhibition halls documenting the meeting's history, and the surrounding forested island trail. The building's position offers unobstructed panoramic views of Gwangalli Bridge and the open sea. Admission is free, and the grounds remain a popular walking destination year-round, accessible on foot from Dongbaekseom Park.

Quick highlights

  • Site of the 2005 APEC Leaders' Summit in Busan
  • Modernist pavilion blending Korean traditional and contemporary architectural styles
  • Panoramic sea views including the iconic Gwangalli Bridge
  • Free admission with access to summit exhibition halls
  • Forested Dongbaek Island trail surrounds the building

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