Seo-Gu
Gwangju
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Kimdaejoong Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Kimdaejoong Convention Center during your trip to Mareuk-dong. Visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Yangdong Market
During your trip to Gwangju, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Yangdong Market. Wander the parks or discover the area's mountain views.
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.
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.
Things to do
Gwangju City Tour : Where old meets new (private)
Top hotels in Seo-Gu
UTOP Boutique Hotel & Residence
Their breakfast was mediocre. Sits on a great location. Only couple minutes from Lotte Market.
Reviewed on 13 Apr, 2026
Holiday Inn Gwangju by IHG
They had an awesome gym
Reviewed on 29 Apr, 2026
CS Hotel
Large family room and very clean. Great view. Breakfast for us as westerners was ok. A bit of a walk to the subway. We took taxi to get to hotel and when we left as easy option and cheap. Coffee shops and convenience stores and restaurants a plenty around the area.
Reviewed on 5 May, 2026
BREEV GWANGJU by LOTTE HOTELS(formerly Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Gwangju)
커피포트에 곰팡이가 있어서 더러웠구요 전체적인 시설이 노후되었어요
Reviewed on 16 Apr, 2026
Bolton Hotel
Room amenities included robe and toiletry set. Additionally, there’s a LG Styler in the room.
Reviewed on 27 Oct, 2025
HOTEL SIGNATURE GWANGJU
청결상태가 좋았고 직원 응대가 친절했음
Reviewed on 9 May, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Seo-Gu
Nam-gu
While visiting Nam-gu, you might make a stop by sights like House of Lee Jang-woo and Penguin Village.
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.
Yangnim-dong
Travellers like the historical sites in Yangnim-dong, and House of Lee Jang-woo is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
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.
