Gwangju
Travel Guide





Visit Gwangju

Grand Hyatt Seoul
The buffet breakfast area was not open due to renovations
Reviewed on Feb 6, 2026

ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
Room was super, great staff, very happy about everything except weather. Too cold but very sunny. I like it
Reviewed on Feb 7, 2026

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
Clean and modern hotel. Everything we needs in an affordable price in centre of city.
Reviewed on Feb 9, 2026

Oakwood Premier Coex Center
Spotless room, helpful staff, wonderful stay.
Reviewed on Feb 9, 2026

Orakai Insadong Suites
Excellent stay- large spacious modern apartment, conveniently located close to train station and also to many destinations. It is in the heart of Insadong, the traditional area with lots of restaurants, and close to MyeoungDong for shopping, the palace, etc. Would definitely stay again next time ...
Reviewed on Jan 29, 2026

Somerset Palace Seoul
Location was perfect. Room has everything we need for travelers. People are nicer and courteous. We will definitely come back to stay again.
Reviewed on Jan 17, 2026
Popular places to visit

Namhansanseong Fortress
Learn about the local history of Gwangju with a stop at Namhansanseong Fortress. Check out 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.
Gangnam 300 Country Club
Enjoy a round of golf in Gwangju at Gangnam 300 Country Club. Experience the area's entertainment venues and museums.
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.
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 exploring the galleries in Gyeonggi Ceramic Museum during your trip to Gwangju. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.
Things to do

DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Opt. Suspension Bridge

Signature DMZ Tour: Exclusive Defector Talk & Suspension Bridge

DMZ Guided tour from Seoul with Suspension Bridge or Gondola

Small-Group DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Susp.Bridge

Korean Folk Village and Suwon Hwaseong Fortress Day Tour(EG Tour)

Jisan Ski Resort from Seoul by Shuttle(Opt Winter Skiing Package)
- Ski World at Konjiam Resort
- Lotte World
- Dongdaemun History and Culture Park
- Namdaemun Market
- Lotte World Tower
- N Seoul Tower
- COEX Convention and Exhibition Center
- Starfield COEX Mall
- Gyeongbokgung Palace
- Gwanghwamun
- Gwanggyo Lake Park
- Everland
- Lotte Outlets Seoul Station
- Seoul City Hall
- Olympic Park
- Gocheok Sky Dome
- Icheon Termeden Spa
- Seoul National University
- Namsan Mountain Park




