Buk-gu Travel Guide
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.
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.
Kumho Family Land
Bring your family to Kumho Family Land and have a fun-filled day at this theme park in Gwangju. Wander the parks or discover the area's mountain views.
Gwangju Art and Culture Center
Enjoy an outing to Gwangju Art and Culture Center during your stay in Gwangju. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.
Gwangjuho Lake Eco Park
Explore the great outdoors at Gwangjuho Lake Eco Park, a lovely green space in Gwangju. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area.
Things to do
Gwangju City Tour : Where old meets new (private)
Top hotels in Buk-gu
Gwangju H1 Hotel
"Pictures and reality. Weak hotel."
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Gwangju Tourist Hotel
HOTEL Yeogiuhtte Gwangju Station
"Pretty great for the price, though the area is a bit rough around the edges in appearance but I didn’t feel unsafe at all. There’s a shop next door for easy snacks and there’s a few bus stops within walking distance as well as a major station a farther walk away. Only complaint would be the nice ..."
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
Gwangju Hotel the spot
"hotel was quiet and efficient, the staff were kind and professional; thank for your efforts!"
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
BROWN DOT HOTEL
"숙소 들어가면 청소먼저 하는데 바닥을 닦아도 누렇거나 사커멓게 묻어나오는게 없어서 좋았어요 너무 깨끗하고 주변에 밥도 맛있고 너무 좋았습니다 방이 조금 작은느낌이지만 깨끗해서 모든것이 만족스러웠어요"
Reviewed on 17 Jun 2026
Biennale Hotel
Where to stay in Buk-gu
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.
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.
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.
Nam-gu
While visiting Nam-gu, you might make a stop by sights like House of Lee Jang-woo and Penguin Village.
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.
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