Experts' Choice Award Songjeong Beach
What the experts agree on
Songjeong Beach's shallow, white-sand shores near Busan draw families and beginners, while its designated surf zone and gentle waves—where Korea's first surf school opened—appeal equally to novice surfers seeking uncrowded waters.
Frommer's "Songjeong Beach's shallow waters are also perfect for children...draws a crowd during the summer season. The white sand was created by erosion from the Songjeong River and from crushed seashells." Full review
Fodor's "The surrounding waters are shallow, making it popular with families with young kids, though a decent break off its northern shore also attracts scores of surfers " Full review
New York Times "Songjeong Beach, northeast of central Busan, offers white sand and gentle waves that are perfect for beginner swimmers and surfers. But if you prefer smaller crowds, try Songjeong Beach,..."
National Geographic "It's a warm spring morning, the frothy waves are washing rhythmically against the shore and Songjeong Beach is soaked in sunshine. Songjeong is barely two miles from the sky-high towers..."
