Title: Dong-Gu Travel Guide: Best of Dong-Gu, Gwangju Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Dong-Gu](https://expedia.co.uk/Dong-Gu-Hotels.d553248635277407156.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Gwangju](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Gwangju.d1970.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Gwangju](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Gwangju.d1970.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Dong-Gu Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Dong-Gu.d553248635277407156.Car-Hire-Guide)[Dong-Gu Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Dong-Gu.d553248635277407156.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Dong-Gu Travel Guide ## Gwangju ![광주광역시 포충사 성인문](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635277407156/6134b5b7-4816-4301-84f5-37068f3a6006.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Dong-Gu](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1970/d7447536-591f-4bcf-b747-39df8ab29c19.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Dong-Gu](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1970/1b21f7d9-ab4f-470f-8efe-c90c3ef541a4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Dong-Gu](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1970/f45fd2e5-15e5-4ab4-8856-66da71b04343.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Dong-Gu](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1970/3468cb67-e1e6-468f-8728-3217d7f57544.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Dong-Gu Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Gwangju travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Gwangju.dx1970) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Jeungsimsa temple at Mudeungsan national park in Republic of Korea](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621562614098/7bbeb771-1a52-42ef-83c1-f811c5714e74.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/JeungSimSa-Temple-Dong-Gu.d553248621562614098.Attraction) ![Peaks of Mudeungsan national park near Gwangju, Republic of Korea](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621565498281/cbc5dea9-9ee9-4585-9958-9a75c9525763.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mudeungsan-Mountain-Gwangju.d553248621565498281.Attraction) #### National Asian Cultural Complex Enjoy an outing to National Asian Cultural Complex during your stay in Gwangju. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops. [](https://expedia.co.uk/National-Asian-Cultural-Complex-Dong-Gu.d553248635185270084.Attraction) #### Chosun University Museum of Art You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Chosun University Museum of Art during your travels in Gwangju. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Chosun-University-Museum-Of-Art-Dong-Gu.d553248621554117963.Attraction) #### Geumnam-ro Street During your trip to Gwangju, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Geumnam-ro Street. Discover the area's art scene and monuments. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Geumnam-Ro-Street-Dong-Gu.d553248635185270914.Attraction) #### 5.18 Democracy Square Learn about the local history of Gwangju with a stop at 5.18 Democracy Square. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops. [](https://expedia.co.uk/518-Democracy-Square-Dong-Gu.d553248621565385173.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Gwangju City Tour : Where old meets new](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48556207/07ee2e07-5576-4c39-aa59-101cc3966fb3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Gwangju City Tour : Where old meets new (private) £135 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/gwangju-city-tour-where-old-meets-new-private.a48556207.activity-details) [See all activities in Gwangju](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Gwangju.d1970.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Dong-Gu ![ACC Design Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17860000/17852700/17852655/b4b66c17_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### ACC Design Hotel 226-11, Geumnam-ro, Dong-gu Gwangju £46 31 Mar - 1 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Gwangju. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Geumnam Park and Gwangju Art Street ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (526 reviews) Excellent quick stay. No complaints. Thank you. Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=31%2F03%2F2026&endDate=01%2F04%2F2026&selected=17852655&PinnedHotelID=17852655&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635277407156) ![Palace Tourist Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12080000/12072700/12072658/47f976cc_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Palace Tourist Hotel 13, Jungang-ro 160beon-gil, Dong-gu Gwangju £20 14 Apr - 15 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Gwangju. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 9 hot tubs. Popular attractions Geumnam Park and Gwangju Theatre are located ... [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=14%2F04%2F2026&endDate=15%2F04%2F2026&selected=12072658&PinnedHotelID=12072658&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635277407156) ![Hotel Artheim](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31700000/31697300/31697285/932366a8_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Artheim 5, Seoseok-ro 10beon-gil, Dong-gu Gwangju South Jeolla £49 6 Apr - 7 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this spa hotel in Gwangju. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions House of Choi Seung-hyo and 5.18 Democracy Square ... [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=06%2F04%2F2026&endDate=07%2F04%2F2026&selected=31697285&PinnedHotelID=31697285&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635277407156) ![Hotel Browndot Chungjang](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89410000/89405300/89405255/589a1717_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Browndot Chungjang 150-8 Jungang-ro, Dong-gu Gwangju Gwangju Fully refundable £39 30 Apr - 1 May includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Gwangju. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Gwangju Theatre and Geumnam Park are located ... 9/10 Wonderful! (64 reviews) Near shopping and restaurant. Reviewed on 30 Apr 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=30%2F04%2F2026&endDate=01%2F05%2F2026&selected=89405255&PinnedHotelID=89405255&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635277407156) ![Vantt Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/20000000/19995900/19995820/a4327d2b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Vantt Hotel 12-1 Munhwajeondangro 23beongil Donggu Gwangju £28 5 Apr - 6 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Gwangju. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions National Asian Cultural Complex and 5.18 Democracy ... 9/10 Wonderful! (77 reviews) x Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=05%2F04%2F2026&endDate=06%2F04%2F2026&selected=19995820&PinnedHotelID=19995820&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635277407156) ![Mudeungpark Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39220000/39215200/39215144/2132557e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Mudeungpark Hotel 14-10, Jiho-ro 164beon-gil Gwangju Gwangju £39 21 Apr - 22 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this spa hotel in Gwangju. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Chosun University Museum of Art and Art Museum ... [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F04%2F2026&endDate=22%2F04%2F2026&selected=39215144&PinnedHotelID=39215144&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635277407156) [See all 121 properties in Dong-Gu](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=31%2F03%2F2026&endDate=01%2F04%2F2026®ionId=553248635277407156) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Gwangju-Yangnim-Dong.dx553248635936853246) ![Nam-gu](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1970/f2608e0f-f4ac-46e3-bb61-9a991837eb8f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Nam-gu While visiting Nam-gu, you might make a stop by sights like House of Lee Jang-woo and Penguin Village. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Gwangju-Nam-Gu.dx751368885768163328) ![Buk-gu](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1970/dee28b4a-f5bb-46eb-969b-d893174fdbc1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Gwangju-Buk-Gu.dx6335689) ![Gwangju viewed behind rocks of Jusangjeolli Cliff at Mudeungsan Mountain, Republic of Korea](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635277407656/e3a12931-9abc-4194-b819-a672b13ca789.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Seo-Gu.dx553248635277407656) ![Gwangsan-gu](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1970/3cb319b3-d1bc-4d3b-9cb0-1a9881aaff26.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Gwangsan-gu 4/5(1 area review) 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. 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