Dong-Gu

Gwangju

A traditional Korean temple surrounded by pine trees.
A white building with columns and a flag on top.
A stone path through a forest with trees and rocks.
A waterfall cascading down a rocky cliff surrounded by dense green forest.
A dessert with ice cream, cake, and nuts.

Stay near popular Dong-Gu attractions

JeungSimSa Temple

7.6/5 (5 reviews)
JeungSimSa Temple is just one of the places to see in Gwangju, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.
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Things to do

Gwangju City Tour : Where old meets new

Gwangju City Tour : Where old meets new (private)

P10,943
per adult
Gwangju City Tour : Where old meets new (private)
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Top hotels in Dong-Gu

L7 CHUNGJANG by LOTTE HOTELS(formerly Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Chungjang)

L7 CHUNGJANG by LOTTE HOTELS(formerly Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Chungjang)

3 out of 5
369 Cheonbyeonu-ro, Dong-gu Gwangju
The price is P4,794 per night from Jul 5 to Jul 6
P4,794
P5,273 total
Jul 5 - Jul 6
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Gwangju. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Gwangju-Kia Champions Field and Gwangju Theatre ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (20 reviews)
"룸 컨디션이 좋았고 프론트 대응도 만족스럽습니다."

Reviewed on Jun 19, 2026

L7 CHUNGJANG by LOTTE HOTELS(formerly Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Chungjang)
ACC Design Hotel

ACC Design Hotel

3 out of 5
226-11, Geumnam-ro, Dong-gu Gwangju
The price is P3,379 per night from Jul 5 to Jul 6
P3,379
P3,717 total
Jul 5 - Jul 6
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Gwangju. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Gwangju-Kia Champions Field ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (553 reviews)
"Great location. Clean, and helpful staff"

Reviewed on Jun 26, 2026

ACC Design Hotel
Stay Hotel

Stay Hotel

3 out of 5
5, Guseong-ro 144beon-gil, Dong-gu Gwangju
The price is P2,313 per night from Jul 1 to Jul 2
P2,313
P2,545 total
Jul 1 - Jul 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Gwangju. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Gwangju-Kia Champions Field and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (227 reviews)
"Nice breakfast."

Reviewed on Mar 25, 2026

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Vantt Hotel

Vantt Hotel

2.5 out of 5
12-1 Munhwajeondangro 23beongil Donggu Gwangju
The price is P2,157 per night from Jun 30 to Jul 1
P2,157
P2,373 total
Jun 30 - Jul 1
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Gwangju. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Gwangju-Kia Champions Field and National Asian Cultural ...
9/10 Wonderful! (85 reviews)
"Close to subway and important historic buildings. The owner allowed me to check in early as well as gave me a room upgrade. Tow thumbs up!"

Reviewed on Apr 15, 2026

Vantt Hotel
Hotel Browndot Chungjang

Hotel Browndot Chungjang

3 out of 5
150-8 Jungang-ro, Dong-gu Gwangju Gwangju
The price is P3,631 per night from Jul 1 to Jul 2
P3,631
P3,995 total
Jul 1 - Jul 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Gwangju. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Gwangju-Kia Champions Field and Gwangju Theatre ...
9/10 Wonderful! (78 reviews)
"Near shopping and restaurant."

Reviewed on Apr 30, 2025

Hotel Browndot Chungjang
Mudeungpark Hotel

Mudeungpark Hotel

3.5 out of 5
14-10, Jiho-ro 164beon-gil Gwangju Gwangju
The price is P2,869 per night from Jun 30 to Jul 1
P2,869
P3,156 total
Jun 30 - Jul 1
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Gwangju. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Gwangju-Kia Champions Field and Chosun University ...
Mudeungpark Hotel
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Where to stay in Dong-Gu

Find the best Dong-Gu areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A mountainous landscape with a city in the distance, rocky outcrops, and autumn foliage.

Seo-Gu

Shopping and restaurants are highlights of Seo-Gu. Make a stop by Guus Hiddink Stadium or Yangdong Market while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Sangmu Station to get around town.

A traditional Korean building with a curved roof and white columns.

Buk-gu

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.

A river with a bridge, a city skyline, and greenery.

Gwangsan-gu

You'll enjoy the parks and shopping in Gwangsan-gu. You might want to make time for a stop at 1913 Songjeong Station Market or Ssangam Park.

A tray with various dishes, chopsticks, a cup of tea, and a menu.
Photo by Jeong Young Woo
Open Photo by Jeong Young Woo

Nam-gu

If you're spending some time in Nam-gu, Penguin Village and Yeongsangang River Culture Pavilion are top sights worth seeing.

Yangnim-dong

Travelers like the historic sites in Yangnim-dong, and Penguin Village is a top attraction you might want to visit.

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