BUSAN X the SKY (2026): Tickets, Views & Full Observatory Guide

BUSAN X the SKY is Korea’s highest observatory — floors 98 to 100 of the 411.6 m LCT Landmark Tower in Haeundae, with a glass-floor sky walk, the world’s highest Starbucks and 360° views from Haeundae Beach to the Gwangan Bridge. Here’s everything you need: tickets, hours, what’s on each floor, how to get there and the best time to go.

Last updated: June 2026

The short version

BUSAN X the SKY is an observatory on the 98th–100th floors of the LCT The Sharp Landmark Tower in Haeundae — at 411.6 m it’s Busan’s tallest building and the second-tallest in South Korea. The observatory opened in 2020 and is the largest in the country.
The highlights are a glass-floor sky walk on the 100th floor, the world’s highest Starbucks on the 99th, an open-air Sky Garden photo zone and 360° views stretching from Haeundae Beach to Marine City and the Gwangan Bridge.
Standard admission is 29,000 won for adults and 26,000 won for children and seniors (free under 36 months). It’s usually cheaper booked online and is included free in the Visit Busan Pass.
It’s open daily 10:00–21:00 (last entry 20:30). The best time is late afternoon into the evening, when you catch sunset, the city lighting up and the nightly Sky X light shows.

What’s in this guide
1. Is BUSAN X the SKY worth visiting?
2. What is BUSAN X the SKY?
3. The view: what you’ll actually see
4. Floor by floor: what’s on 98, 99 and 100
5. The world’s highest Starbucks and dining
6. The sky walk, photo zones and light shows
7. Tickets and prices
8. Opening hours and the best time to visit
9. How to get to BUSAN X the SKY
10. Tips to make the most of your visit
11. What’s nearby and a sample plan

BUSAN X the SKY is the single best place to understand Busan in one go — a 100-floor observatory perched on the coast at Haeundae, where on a clear evening you can see the whole sweep of the city from the beach to the Gwangan Bridge and out to the open sea. It sits on the top three floors of the LCT The Sharp Landmark Tower, which at 411.6 metres is the tallest building in Busan and the second-tallest in all of South Korea, and the observatory itself is the country’s largest. The first time I stepped onto the glass floor on the 100th floor I felt that little jolt in the stomach even though I knew it was perfectly safe — and then I just stood there watching the sun drop behind the mountains while the bridge began to glow. This is the complete, fact-checked guide: what you’ll actually see, what’s on each of the three floors (including that famous Starbucks), ticket prices and how to save, opening hours and the best time to go, exactly how to get there, and what to pair it with in Haeundae. Plan it alongside the rest of your trip with our complete Busan Travel Guide.

Busan's Haeundae skyline with Marine City, the Gwangan Bridge and the LCT towers — Haeundae’s skyline — Marine City, the Gwangan Bridge and the LCT towers that house BUSAN X the SKY. Photo: S h y numis, CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.

1. Is BUSAN X the SKY worth visiting?

Yes — BUSAN X the SKY is well worth it for the view alone, and it’s the best high-up panorama in the city. From floors 98 to 100 you get an uninterrupted 360° sweep of Haeundae Beach, Marine City, the Gwangan Bridge and the sea, plus a glass-floor sky walk and the world’s highest Starbucks.

For the view: nowhere else in Busan puts the beach, the skyline and the bridge in a single frame like this.
For photos: the glass floor, open-air Sky Garden and floor-to-ceiling windows are made for it — and unbeatable at sunset.
For a rainy or hot day: it’s fully indoors and air-conditioned, an easy win when the weather rules out the beach.

Bottom line: if you want one big “wow” view of Busan, go — and time it for late afternoon so you see daylight, sunset and the lit-up city in one visit. The only reason to skip it is a grey, low-cloud day, when the view disappears.

2. What is BUSAN X the SKY?

BUSAN X the SKY is an observatory occupying the 98th, 99th and 100th floors of the LCT The Sharp Landmark Tower in Haeundae, and it’s the highest and largest observatory in South Korea. It opened in July 2020 and spreads cafés, a restaurant, photo zones, art and a sky walk across its three floors.

The building: the LCT Landmark Tower stands 411.6 m over 101 floors — the tallest skyscraper in Busan and the second-tallest in the country, after Seoul’s Lotte World Tower. It was completed in 2019 and also houses a hotel.
The complex: “LCT” (Haeundae LCT The Sharp) is a seaside megaproject with the landmark tower, two residential towers and an entertainment base with a mall, spa and water park.
The location: right on the Haeundae coast, so the observatory looks straight down the beach and across to the Gwangan Bridge.

Tip: “X the Sky” and “LCT” refer to the same place — locals often just say “LCT”. You’re heading for the Landmark Tower, the tallest of the three towers.

3. The view: what you’ll actually see

From 360° windows nearly 400 metres up, you can see the entire eastern coast of Busan — from Haeundae Beach and Marine City to the Gwangan Bridge, Dongbaek Island, Oryukdo islets and the mountains behind the city.

Direction	What you’ll see
South / sea	Haeundae Beach, the open sea, Dongbaek Island and Oryukdo islets on the horizon
West	Marine City’s skyline and the long sweep of the Gwangan Bridge (Diamond Bridge)
North / inland	Centum City, the Suyeong River and the green mountains ringing the city
East	Dalmaji Hill, the Cheongsapo coast and the headlands toward Songjeong

Tip: the Gwangan Bridge and Marine City are the money shot after dark, when both light up — stand on the west side of the observatory for the classic view.

4. Floor by floor: what’s on 98, 99 and 100

The observatory is spread over three floors, each with a different mood — head up to 100 first, then work your way down.

Floor	What’s there
100F — Sky	The glass-floor sky walk (Shocking Bridge), art gallery and the “Line Light Isle” light installation — the highest point
99F — Dining & garden	The world’s highest Starbucks, the Sky 99 Grill & Pasta restaurant and the open-air Sky Garden photo zone
98F — Entrance & shop	Blackup Coffee café, the X the GIFT souvenir shop, the Sky Letter digital guestbook, photo zones and the evening light shows

Tip: you need your observatory ticket to reach any of these — including the Starbucks and restaurant. Take the lift straight to the top, then come down floor by floor so you don’t miss anything.

The LCT The Sharp Landmark Tower that houses BUSAN X the SKY — The 411.6 m LCT The Sharp Landmark Tower in Haeundae — BUSAN X the SKY sits on its top three floors. Photo: A Fun Couple, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.

5. The world’s highest Starbucks and dining

The Starbucks on the 99th floor is officially the highest Starbucks in the world, at around 384 metres above the ground. It’s the most popular stop in the building — a coffee with a 360° view of Busan.

The Starbucks (99F): a full-size store with window seating and exclusive X the Sky merchandise; expect a wait for a window seat at peak times.
Sky 99 Grill & Pasta (99F): a sit-down restaurant with the same view — reserve ahead, especially for a window table at sunset.
Blackup Coffee (98F): a calmer café option lower down if the Starbucks queue is long.

Tip: the Starbucks here uses a normal Starbucks menu but the queue can be long at sunset — grab your drink earlier in your visit, or settle for the 98th-floor café and enjoy the view from there.

6. The sky walk, photo zones and light shows

The signature experience is the glass-floor sky walk on the 100th floor, where you stand on transparent panels with nearly 400 metres of air beneath your feet. Around it, the observatory is built for photos and evening shows.

Glass sky walk (100F): a transparent floor section — a genuine thrill, and perfectly safe.
Sky Garden (99F): an open-air terrace zone where you feel the sea breeze at altitude — a favourite photo spot.
Light shows: the Sky X Show and Sky Wave Show run in the evenings, roughly 18:30–21:00, turning the windows and ceilings into a light display.
Photo extras: the “X the Photo” service and the Sky Letter digital guestbook let you mark the visit.

Tip: come up before sunset, watch the light change through the windows, then catch the evening light show — you get three experiences (day, golden hour, night) on one ticket.

7. Tickets and prices

Standard admission is 29,000 won for adults and 26,000 won for children and seniors, with free entry for children under 36 months. Booking online is usually cheaper, and the observatory is included free with the Visit Busan Pass.

Ticket	Price
Adult	29,000 won
Child / Senior	26,000 won
Under 36 months	Free

Book online (Klook, KKday, Trazy or the official site) for roughly 10% off the gate price — show the QR code at entry.
Visit Busan Pass: BUSAN X the SKY is one of the included free-entry attractions, so the pass can pay for itself quickly here.
Prices can change and special exhibitions or pop-ups may cost extra, so confirm on the official site for your date.

Tip: if you’ll also visit other paid attractions like the Haeundae Sky Capsule or Lotte World, work out whether the Visit Busan Pass is cheaper than buying separate tickets — X the Sky is one of the priciest entries it covers.

8. Opening hours and the best time to visit

BUSAN X the SKY is open every day from 10:00 to 21:00, with last admission at 20:30, and it doesn’t close for regular holidays. The best time to go is late afternoon into the evening.

For the best photos: arrive 60–90 minutes before sunset so you catch daylight, the golden hour and the city lighting up — all in one visit.
For the light shows: stay into the evening (about 18:30–21:00) for the Sky X and Sky Wave shows.
For the clearest view: go on a dry, clear day; haze, rain or low cloud can hide the bridge and the islands.
For smaller crowds: weekday afternoons are quieter than weekends and holidays.

Tip: check the weather and visibility before you book — on a clear evening this is one of the best views in Korea, but on a grey, low-cloud day you may be looking into mist.

Marine City and the Gwangan Bridge in Haeundae, Busan — Marine City and the Gwangan Bridge — the glittering skyline that lights up after dark. Photo: Jeena Paradies, public domain, via Wikimedia Commons.

9. How to get to BUSAN X the SKY

The easiest way is the metro to Jung-dong Station on Line 2 (Exit 7), then about a 10–15 minute walk to the LCT towers; you can’t miss the tallest one. It’s right on the Haeundae coast, an easy add-on to a beach day.

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Method	Details
Metro (easiest)	Line 2 to Jung-dong Station, Exit 7, then ~10–15 min walk toward the tall towers by the sea
From Haeundae Station	Line 2, Exit 3, then ~18 min walk along the beachfront, or a short bus ride (39, 100, 141, 200)
Bus	Several routes stop near the LCT / Jung-dong area; get off at the Jung-dong stop and walk ~7 min
Car	On-site parking; the first 2 hours are free with admission

Tip: Google Maps can’t give walking directions inside Korea — use KakaoMap or Naver Map (tap the button above) for the exact route to the LCT Landmark Tower.

10. Tips to make the most of your visit

A few small choices make a big difference up here.

Time it for sunset — arrive in daylight, watch the golden hour, and stay for the lights and the evening show.
Book online to save money and skip the ticket queue with a QR code.
Check visibility first — the whole point is the view, so avoid grey, low-cloud days if you can.
Reserve the restaurant if you want a window table at Sky 99, especially at weekends.
Bring a tripod or phone grip for low-light shots through the glass, and shoot close to the window to cut reflections.

Tip: reflections on the glass are the enemy of night photos — wear dark clothing, hold your lens right against the window, and cup a hand around it to block the indoor light.

11. What’s nearby and a sample plan

BUSAN X the SKY is in the heart of Haeundae, so it pairs perfectly with the beach, Dongbaek Island and the Sky Capsule for a full day on the coast.

Nearby	What it is
Haeundae Beach	Busan’s most famous beach, a few minutes’ walk away
Dongbaek Island & The Bay 101	A scenic coastal walk and the city’s best skyline-at-night photo spot
Haeundae Blue Line Park (Sky Capsule)	The pastel coastal capsule ride from nearby Mipo
Gwangan Bridge & Marine City	The skyline you’ll admire from the tower, lovely at night up close too

AfternoonWalk Haeundae Beach and Dongbaek Island, then head to the LCT towers.
Golden hourGo up X the Sky 60–90 minutes before sunset; do the glass floor and Sky Garden in daylight.
SunsetGrab the world’s highest Starbucks or a window table at Sky 99 as the sun drops.
EveningStay for the lit-up Gwangan Bridge and the Sky X light show, then dinner in Haeundae.

Verdict: BUSAN X the SKY is the city’s definitive view — Korea’s highest observatory, a glass floor that gives you a jolt, the world’s highest Starbucks and a 360° panorama from the beach to the bridge. Go on a clear evening, book online or use the Visit Busan Pass, and time it for sunset. Plan the rest of your trip with our complete Busan Travel Guide.

BUSAN X the SKY — Frequently asked questions

Q. Is BUSAN X the SKY worth visiting?

Yes, especially on a clear day or evening. It’s Korea’s highest observatory, on the 98th–100th floors of the LCT Landmark Tower in Haeundae, with a 360° view from Haeundae Beach to the Gwangan Bridge, a glass-floor sky walk and the world’s highest Starbucks. It’s also fully indoors, so it’s a great choice for a hot or rainy day. The only time to skip it is when low cloud or haze hides the view.

Q. How much are BUSAN X the SKY tickets?

Standard admission is 29,000 won for adults and 26,000 won for children and seniors, and it’s free for children under 36 months. Booking online via Klook, KKday, Trazy or the official site is usually about 10% cheaper than the gate, and the observatory is included free with the Visit Busan Pass. Prices can change and special exhibitions may cost extra, so confirm for your date.

Q. What floors is BUSAN X the SKY on and how high is it?

The observatory occupies the 98th, 99th and 100th floors of the LCT The Sharp Landmark Tower. The tower is 411.6 metres tall over 101 floors — the tallest building in Busan and the second-tallest in South Korea after Seoul’s Lotte World Tower. The observatory sits nearly 400 metres above the ground, making it the highest in the country.

Q. What are the opening hours of BUSAN X the SKY?

It’s open every day from 10:00 to 21:00, with last admission at 20:30, and it operates year-round with no regular closing days. The best time to visit is late afternoon into the evening, so you can see daylight, sunset and the city lights, plus the evening Sky X light shows that run roughly 18:30–21:00. Always check the official site for any seasonal changes.

Q. How do I get to BUSAN X the SKY?

The easiest way is the metro to Jung-dong Station on Line 2; take Exit 7 and walk about 10–15 minutes to the LCT towers by the sea. From Haeundae Station (Exit 3) it’s about an 18-minute walk along the beachfront, or a short bus ride on routes 39, 100, 141 or 200. There’s on-site parking with the first two hours free. Use KakaoMap or Naver Map for directions, as Google Maps doesn’t give walking routes in Korea.

Q. Is the Starbucks at BUSAN X the SKY really the highest in the world?

Yes. The Starbucks on the 99th floor sits around 384 metres above the ground, which makes it the world’s highest Starbucks. It’s a full-size store with window seating, a 360° view and some exclusive X the Sky merchandise. You need an observatory ticket to reach it, and there can be a wait for a window seat at sunset, the busiest time.

Q. Is there a glass floor at BUSAN X the SKY?

Yes — the 100th floor has a glass-floor sky walk (the “Shocking Bridge”) where you stand on transparent panels with nearly 400 metres of air below you. It looks dramatic but is completely safe, and it’s one of the most popular photo spots in the observatory. There are also open-air and floor-to-ceiling viewing areas across the three floors.

Q. What is the best time to visit BUSAN X the SKY?

Late afternoon into the evening is ideal. Arrive 60–90 minutes before sunset and you’ll see the view in daylight, during the golden hour, and after dark when Marine City and the Gwangan Bridge light up — all on one ticket. Stay into the evening for the Sky X and Sky Wave light shows. Go on a clear, dry day for the best visibility, and choose a weekday afternoon for smaller crowds.

Q. Is BUSAN X the SKY included in the Visit Busan Pass?

Yes — BUSAN X the SKY is one of the headline free-entry attractions on the Visit Busan Pass. Because its standalone ticket is one of the more expensive entries the pass covers, a single visit goes a long way toward making the pass worthwhile, particularly if you combine it with another paid attraction such as the Haeundae Sky Capsule or Lotte World. See our Visit Busan Pass guide for details.

Q. How long should I spend at BUSAN X the SKY?

Most people spend about one to two hours, which is enough to take in all three floors, the glass sky walk, the Sky Garden and a drink at the Starbucks. If you time your visit around sunset and stay for the light show, plan for two hours or a little more. Add extra time if you want a sit-down meal at the Sky 99 restaurant.

Q. BUSAN X the SKY or Busan Tower — which is better?

They’re different experiences. BUSAN X the SKY is far higher (nearly 400 m versus Busan Tower’s roughly 120 m), newer, and gives you the dramatic Haeundae-and-bridge panorama with a glass floor and the world’s highest Starbucks — but it’s pricier and on the eastern coast. Busan Tower in Yongdusan Park is cheaper, more central in the old downtown near Nampo, and great for a classic harbour view. For the biggest, most modern view, choose X the Sky; for a budget, central option, choose Busan Tower.

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