Seo-Gu

Gwangju

Gwangju viewed behind rocks of Jusangjeolli Cliff at Mudeungsan Mountain, Republic of Korea
Gwangju viewed behind rocks of Jusangjeolli Cliff at Mudeungsan Mountain, Republic of Korea
impress place in Gwang-ju very small. but so beautiful budha.
Downtown Gwangju, South Korea, is the place to be if you like loud music, cheap beer, karaoke and cosmetics. Take a walk down the shopping street where each shop will try to out-do the other over how loud they can play some form of EDM or Kpop. You'll be dazzled by the bright lights and stores. But once you've reached the centre you can veer off and find one of the many bars to settle down in and spend the night drinking Maekju (beer) with friends. It's so lively you won't know where to look. #stunningstructures

Popular places to visit

Peaks of Mudeungsan national park near Gwangju, Republic of Korea

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
Jeungsimsa temple at Mudeungsan national park in Republic of Korea

JeungSimSa Temple

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.

JeungSimSa Temple

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

Yangdong Market

During your trip to Gwangju, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Yangdong Market. Wander the parks or discover the area's mountain views.

Yangdong Market

Guus Hiddink Stadium

Catch an event at Guus Hiddink Stadium during your trip to Gwangju. Visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Guus Hiddink Stadium

5-18 Memorial Park

Explore the great outdoors at 5-18 Memorial Park, a lovely green space in Gwangju. Visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its restaurants.

5-18 Memorial Park

Things to do

Gwangju Pet Plogging Tour

Gwangju Pet Plogging Tour (4 hours)

P1,875
per adult
Gwangju Pet Plogging Tour (4 hours)
Gwangju City Tour : Where old meets new

Gwangju City Tour : Where old meets new (private)

P10,445
per adult
Gwangju City Tour : Where old meets new (private)
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Top hotels in Seo-Gu

UTOP Boutique Hotel & Residence

UTOP Boutique Hotel & Residence

4 out of 5
53, Sicheong-ro, Seo-gu Gwangju South Jeolla
The price is P3,382 per night from Feb 22 to Feb 23
P3,382
P3,721 total
Feb 22 - Feb 23
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Gwangju. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions 5-18 Memorial Park and Uncheon Reservoir ...
UTOP Boutique Hotel & Residence
Holiday Inn Gwangju by IHG

Holiday Inn Gwangju by IHG

4 out of 5
55, Sangmunuri-ro, Seo-gu Gwangju Gwangju
The price is P4,778 per night from Feb 24 to Feb 25
P4,778
P5,781 total
Feb 24 - Feb 25
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Gwangju. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
Very kindly staff and good quality amenities

Reviewed on Dec 25, 2025

Holiday Inn Gwangju by IHG
CS Hotel

CS Hotel

3 out of 5
128, Sangmupyeonghwa-ro Gwangju Gwangju
The price is P2,407 per night from Feb 22 to Feb 23
P2,407
P2,648 total
Feb 22 - Feb 23
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Gwangju. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Uncheon Reservoir and 5-18 Memorial Park are located ...
CS Hotel
Brown Dot Hotel Pungam

Brown Dot Hotel Pungam

3 out of 5
9-12 Pungam 1-ro 21beon-gil, Seo-gu Gwangju South Jeolla
The price is P2,606 per night from Feb 22 to Feb 23
P2,606
P2,867 total
Feb 22 - Feb 23
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Gwangju. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Pungam Reservoir and Gwangju World Cup Stadium are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (87 reviews)
Excellent friendly customer service staffs. Free water coffee and breakfast made my trip very convenient.

Reviewed on Jan 4, 2026

Brown Dot Hotel Pungam
Gallery Hotel

Gallery Hotel

3 out of 5
833-1, Sangmu-daero, Seo-gu Gwangju South Jeolla
The price is P4,343 per night from Feb 22 to Feb 23
P4,343
P4,778 total
Feb 22 - Feb 23
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Gwangju. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Uncheon Reservoir and 5-18 Memorial Park are located ...
Gallery Hotel
Dubai Hotel Gwangju

Dubai Hotel Gwangju

3 out of 5
47, Sangmubeonyeong-ro, Seo-gu Gwangju
The price is P3,785 per night from Feb 28 to Mar 1
P3,785
P4,164 total
Feb 28 - Mar 1
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Gwangju. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private hot tubs. Popular attractions 5-18 Memorial Park and Uncheon Reservoir are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (442 reviews)
The hotel is beautiful: black, white, and gold everywhere

Reviewed on Nov 9, 2025

Dubai Hotel Gwangju
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Other neighbourhoods around Seo-Gu

good place for simple korean foods called "ddokbokki",is left "Tewgim"is right and "Eomook

Nam-gu

If you're spending some time in Nam-gu, Missionary's House of Wilson and Bongseon Takgoo World are top sights worth seeing.

Nam-gu
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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.

Gwangsan-gu
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Yangnim-dong

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

Yangnim-dong
Base ball park so good!!

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 National Museum.

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

Seo-Gu