Gwangsan-gu

Gwangju

A river with a bridge, a city skyline, and greenery.
A pathway lined with trees and benches in a park.
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A green cable-stayed bridge with multiple cables converging at a central pylon.
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A river with a bridge, surrounded by greenery and tall buildings.
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A playground with a red slide and a blue dome structure, surrounded by tall residential buildings.
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Stay near popular Gwangsan-gu attractions

1913 Songjeong Station Market

7.8/10 (88 reviews)
During your visit to Gwangju, you can enjoy retail therapy at 1913 Songjeong Station Market. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area.
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Things to do

Gwangju City Tour : Where old meets new

Gwangju City Tour : Where old meets new (private)

S$232
per adult
Gwangju City Tour : Where old meets new (private)
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Top hotels in Gwangsan-gu

Maison de On U Hotel Gwangju cheomdan

Maison de On U Hotel Gwangju cheomdan

3 out of 5
21-23 Imbangul-daero 825beon-gil Gwangju
The price is S$59 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
S$59
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Gwangju. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Gwangju-Kia Champions Field and Ssangam Park are ...
Maison de On U Hotel Gwangju cheomdan
Hound Hotel Gwangju Cheomdan

Hound Hotel Gwangju Cheomdan

3 out of 5
60-37, Imbangul-daero 826beon-gil Gwangju
The price is S$64 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
S$64
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Gwangju. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Gwangju-Kia Champions Field and Ssangam Park are ...
Hound Hotel Gwangju Cheomdan
CHEOMDAN HOTEL

CHEOMDAN HOTEL

3 out of 5
667-11 Ssangam-dong Gwangsan-gu Gwangju Gwangju
The price is S$54 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
S$54
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Gwangju. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Gwangju-Kia Champions Field and Ssangam ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (57 reviews)
"Cute place , good location and nice staff"

Reviewed on 6 Aug, 2026

CHEOMDAN HOTEL
Madrid Hotel Gwangju

Madrid Hotel Gwangju

3 out of 5
11, Gwangsan-ro 19beon-gil, Gwangsan-gu Gwangju
The price is S$70 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
S$70
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Gwangju. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Gwangju-Kia Champions Field and 1913 Songjeong Station ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (654 reviews)
"Le petit déjeuner coréen est très bon. Les chambres sont spacieuses et l’emplacement est idéal par rapport aux transports."

Reviewed on 22 Jul, 2026

Madrid Hotel Gwangju
Gwangju Aura Hotel

Gwangju Aura Hotel

3 out of 5
28, songjeong-ro 1beon-gil Gwangju
The price is S$69 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
S$69
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Gwangju. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free valet parking and 15 hot tubs. Popular attractions Gwangju-Kia Champions Field and 1913 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (376 reviews)
"The location is very near the KTX terminal so it's convenient for travelers. If you drive, they have parking which they will take your keys as soon as you check in. They do serve breakfast but I didn't visit the restaurant. There is a coffee shop attached, and Edeya and Starbucks are both within ..."

Reviewed on 23 Jun, 2026

Gwangju Aura Hotel
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 S$69 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
S$69
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Gwangju. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Gwangju-Kia Champions Field and Ssangam Park are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (424 reviews)
"Great place to stay"

Reviewed on 16 May, 2023

Top Cloud Hotel Gwangju
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Where to stay in Gwangsan-gu

Find the best Gwangsan-gu areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Gwangsan-gu
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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 Gwangju World Cup Stadium or 5-18 Memorial Park 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 traditional Korean temple surrounded by pine trees.

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.

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

While visiting Nam-gu, you might make a stop by sights like Missionary's House of Wilson and House of Lee Jang-woo.

Yangnim-dong

Travellers like the historical sites in Yangnim-dong, and Missionary's House of Wilson is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Gwangsan-gu

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