Shopping and restaurants are highlights of Seo-Gu. Make a stop by Guus Hiddink Stadium or 5-18 Memorial Park while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Sangmu Station to get around town.
You'll enjoy the mountain views and monuments in Buk-gu. You might want to make time for a stop at Gwangju-Kia Champions Field or Gwangju Art and Culture Center.
You'll enjoy the museums and parks in Dong-Gu. You might want to make time for a stop at Chosun University Museum of Art or National Asian Cultural Complex.
Discover the most popular places to visit in Gwangju
Mudeungsan Mountain
8.8/10 (55 reviews)
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mudeungsan Mountain during your travels in Gwangju. Wander the parks or discover the area's mountain views.
Gwangju-Kia Champions Field
8.4/10 (20 reviews)
Catch an event at Gwangju-Kia Champions Field during your trip to Gwangju. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.
1913 Songjeong Station Market
7.8/10 (88 reviews)
During your visit to Gwangju, you can enjoy retail therapy at 1913 Songjeong Station Market. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area.
Kimdaejoong Convention Center
8.0/10 (48 reviews)
Learn about the events happening in Kimdaejoong Convention Center during your trip to Mareuk-dong. Visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its restaurants.
5.18 Democracy Square
8.0/10 (3 reviews)
Learn about the local history of Gwangju with a stop at 5.18 Democracy Square. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.
Geumnam-ro Street
8.8/10 (39 reviews)
During your trip to Gwangju, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Geumnam-ro Street. Discover the area's art scene and monuments.
National Asian Cultural Complex
9.6/10 (7 reviews)
Enjoy an outing to National Asian Cultural Complex during your stay in Gwangju. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.
Chosun University Museum of Art
7.8/10 (19 reviews)
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Chosun University Museum of Art during your travels in Gwangju. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.
"We really enjoyed our 6 day stay. The washing machine and air-con worked so well. There were no strange noises and the coil bed was so comfortable. We slept well every night. The bathroom had a bidet which was helpful. The room itself was probably the usual size here but for us it just was enough. We had 4 bags and we had to shuffle things around whenever we opened one. Although no laundry detergent nor kitchen detergent (we supplied our own) it was still good. We also went to local Daiso (best...
"Hotel was quite far from other areas and the convenience store at the bottom of the hotel was not that well stocked. But the hotel was clean and the room was of a decent size for 2 people."
"Clean room and very kind staff. A lot of restaurants nearby.
Breakfast was basic with "continental' and Korean options, but was adequate.
Parking space is sufficient. When it is tricky, the staff will help you for free.
Adding a door for the toilet inside the bathroom would be nice for the privacy and simultaneous use of the toilet and bathroom sink by two family members.
Adding a closet / drawer would be handy for those staying more than a couple of days."
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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What are the cheapest months to go to Gwangju?
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How many days is enough for Gwangju?
We recommend booking a Gwangju holiday for a minimum of 2 days. This will allow you plenty of time to tick off popular sights such as Gwangju Theatre and Penguin Village, and check out neighbourhoods like Seo-Gu and Gwangsan-gu. You might even be able to squeeze in a day trip (or two) beyond Gwangju.
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