Gwangsan-gu

Gwangju

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Photo "Gwangsan-gu" by 이명민 (Collapsar NM. L… (CC BY) / Cropped from original
Photo by 이명민 (Collapsar NM. L… (CC BY)
Photo "Gwangsan-gu" by 이명민 (Collapsar NM. L… (CC BY) / Cropped from original
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Popular places to visit

Gwangju-Kia Champions Field

Gwangju-Kia Champions Field

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.

Gwangju-Kia Champions Field

1913 Songjeong Station Market

During your visit to Saejang, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at 1913 Songjeong Station Market. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area.

1913 Songjeong Station Market

Ssangam Park

Explore the great outdoors at Ssangam Park, a lovely green space in Gwangju. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area.

Ssangam Park

Kimdaejoong Convention Center

Learn about the events happening at Kimdaejoong Convention Center during your trip to Mareuk-dong. Visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Kimdaejoong Convention Center

Mudeungsan Mountain

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.

Mudeungsan Mountain

Geumnam-ro Street

During your trip to Gwangju, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Geumnam-ro Street. Discover the area's art scene and monuments.

Geumnam-ro Street

Things to do

Gwangju City Tour : History and Art

Gwangju City Tour : History and Art (Private)

P8,549
per adult
Gwangju City Tour : History and Art (Private)
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Top hotels in Gwangsan-gu

Madrid Hotel Gwangju

Madrid Hotel Gwangju

3 out of 5
11, Gwangsan-ro 19beon-gil, Gwangsan-gu, Gwangju
The price is P3,112 per night from Oct 1 to Oct 2
P3,112
P3,424 total
Oct 1 - Oct 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Gwangju. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions 1913 Songjeong Station Market and Uncheon ...
9/10 Wonderful! (584 reviews)
"The location is excellent, 5 minutes walking distance from Gwangju Songjeong KTX station. The hotel room is clean and the breakfast is very nice. There’s free parking in the hotel."

Reviewed on Nov 10, 2024

Madrid Hotel Gwangju
Hound Hotel Gwangju Cheomdan

Hound Hotel Gwangju Cheomdan

3 out of 5
60-37, Imbangul-daero 826beon-gil, Gwangsan-gu, Gwangju
The price is P3,000 per night from Oct 12 to Oct 13
P3,000
P3,300 total
Oct 12 - Oct 13
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Gwangju. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Ssangam Park and Kumho Family Land are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (34 reviews)
"Comfort n good"

Reviewed on Aug 27, 2025

Hound Hotel Gwangju Cheomdan
Top Cloud Hotel Gwangju

Top Cloud Hotel Gwangju

3.5 out of 5
57-1, Imbangul-daero 825beon-gil, Gwangju, Gwangsan-gu
The price is P3,112 per night from Oct 12 to Oct 13
P3,112
P3,424 total
Oct 12 - Oct 13
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Gwangju. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Ssangam Park and Kumho Family Land are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (384 reviews)
"Great place to stay"

Reviewed on May 16, 2023

Top Cloud Hotel Gwangju
Gwangju Aura Hotel

Gwangju Aura Hotel

3 out of 5
28, songjeong-ro 1beon-gil, Gwangju
The price is P3,112 per night from Sep 30 to Oct 1
P3,112
P3,424 total
Sep 30 - Oct 1
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Gwangju. Enjoy free WiFi, free valet parking, and 15 hot tubs. Popular attractions 1913 Songjeong Station Market ...
9/10 Wonderful! (309 reviews)
"Very close to the station. The room was very spacious. Great place"

Reviewed on Apr 8, 2025

Gwangju Aura Hotel
H-AVENUE Hotel Gwangju Cheomdan

H-AVENUE Hotel Gwangju Cheomdan

3 out of 5
50, Cheomdanjungang-ro 152beon-gil, Gwangju
The price is P2,869 per night from Oct 12 to Oct 13
P2,869
P3,155 total
Oct 12 - Oct 13
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Gwangju. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Ssangam Park and Kumho Family Land are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (21 reviews)
"Awesome"

Reviewed on Apr 17, 2025

H-AVENUE Hotel Gwangju Cheomdan
Hotel Summit

Hotel Summit

3 out of 5
90-20, Saam-ro 171beon-gil, Gwangju, Gwangju
The price is P2,437 per night from Sep 30 to Oct 1
P2,437
P2,681 total
Sep 30 - Oct 1
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Gwangju. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions 1913 Songjeong Station Market ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (109 reviews)
"Perfect!"

Reviewed on Aug 8, 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Gwangsan-gu

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Seo-Gu

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.

Seo-Gu
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Nam-gu

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

Nam-gu
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Yangnim-dong

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

Yangnim-dong
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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.

Buk-gu
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Dong-Gu

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.

Dong-Gu

Gwangsan-gu