Gwangju Travel Guide
Tourist Guide





Visit Gwangju

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
We have a great time! Appreciate the amenities, washer/dryer, etc. Great location, staff is very supportive
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026

LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG
Love love love this place! My second time staying here and was just as good, super clean rooms and lovely staff, a super convenient location as well with the shopping streets within a five minute walk and easy access to public transport as well! Would definitely recommend :)
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026

Grand Hyatt Seoul
The Grand Hyatt Seoul has a fantastic location above Itaewon with beautiful views, and that's about all it has going for it. The service was among the worst I have experienced at a hotel in this category. I repeatedly asked for housekeeping and no one ever came. Turndown service simply doesn't exist ...
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026

Oakwood Premier Coex Center
This place was amazing! Everyone was super friendly and attentive. The place was clean and the buffet was delicious. The location was perfect for our stay as the mall was right next door and had access to all sorts of different restaurants. The subway entrance is easy to get through the mall. 10/10 ...
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026

Orakai Insadong Suites
Super clean! Housekeeping staff were so nice and friendly. They vacuum the carpeted areas and also clean the hard floors. This was very important for us as our baby is crawling. Kitchen was well equipped. Extremely good location and we will definitely stay again next time.
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026

Uljiro Co-Op Residence
Great location Old building. Not so clean. Central heating was too cold for me
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Popular places to visit

Namhansanseong Fortress
Learn about the local history of Gwangju when you spend time at Namhansanseong Fortress. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Ski World at Konjiam Resort
Hit the slopes in Gwangju with a visit to Ski World at Konjiam Resort. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.
Yulbom Botanical Garden
Explore the great outdoors at Yulbom Botanical Garden, a lovely green space in Gwangju. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Gangnam 300 Country Club
Enjoy a round of golf in Gwangju at Gangnam 300 Country Club. Experience the area's entertainment choices and museums.
Gonjiam Bowling Alley
You can enjoy the entertainment at Gonjiam Bowling Alley during your trip to Gwangju. Discover the hot springs while you're in the area.
Gyeonggi Ceramic Museum
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Gyeonggi Ceramic Museum during your trip to Gwangju. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.
- Yulbom Botanical Garden
- Gangnam 300 Country Club
- Lotte World
- Dongdaemun History and Culture Park
- COEX Convention and Exhibition Center
- Lotte World Tower
- Bukchon Hanok Village
- Gyeongbokgung Palace
- N Seoul Tower
- Namdaemun Market
- Starfield COEX Mall
- Gwanghwamun
- Gwanggyo Lake Park
- Dongdaemun Market Mall
- Olympic Park
- Gocheok Sky Dome
- Seoul City Hall
- Namsan Mountain Park
- Hwaseong Fortress




