Title: Nam-gu Travel Guide: Best of Nam-gu, Gwangju Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Nam-gu](https://expedia.co.uk/Nam-Gu-Gwangju-Hotels.0-n751368885768163328-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-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)[Nam-gu Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Nam-Gu.d751368885768163328.Car-Hire-Guide)[Nam-gu Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Nam-Gu.d751368885768163328.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Nam-gu Travel Guide ## Gwangju ![good place for simple korean foods called "ddokbokki",is left "Tewgim"is right and "Eomook"(center)](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1970/f2608e0f-f4ac-46e3-bb61-9a991837eb8f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Nam-gu Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Gwangju travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Gwangju.dx1970) --- ### Popular places to visit ![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) ![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) #### Penguin Village Enjoy an outing to Penguin Village during your stay in Gwangju. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Penguin-Village-Nam-gu.d553248635998074233.Attraction) #### House of Lee Jang-woo Find out about the history of Gwangju with a stop at House of Lee Jang-woo. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops. [](https://expedia.co.uk/House-Of-Lee-Jang-Woo-Nam-gu.d553248621565360750.Attraction) #### Yeongsangang River Culture Pavilion Enjoy an outing to Yeongsangang River Culture Pavilion during your stay in Gwangju. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Yeongsangang-River-Culture-Pavilion-Naju.d553248621565606373.Attraction) #### Missionary's House of Wilson You can learn about the history of Gwangju with a trip to Missionary's House of Wilson. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Missionarys-House-Of-Wilson-Yangnim-dong.d553248621565498271.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) £133 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 Nam-gu ![Gwangju Awesome Boutique Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120480000/120473000/120472991/89a9e82d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Gwangju Awesome Boutique Hotel Bongseonro 9th Street 31-1, Nam-gu Gwangju £30 18 Mar - 19 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Gwangju. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Missionary's House of Wilson and Bongseon Takgoo ... [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=18%2F03%2F2026&endDate=19%2F03%2F2026&selected=120472991&PinnedHotelID=120472991&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=751368885768163328) ![Hotel The Hill](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76950000/76949800/76949762/70afcaac_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel The Hill 9-10, Dongnip-ro, Nam-gu Gwangju £31 16 Mar - 17 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Gwangju. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Missionary's House of Wilson and House of Lee Jang-woo ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (19 reviews) This hotel is great for its value. Clean and spacious rooms with great amenities. I especially like it because it is in a convenient area close to where I need to be for my travels to Gwangju. There are several small motels/hotels around the area, but I think this is the best one out of them ... Reviewed on 12 Aug 2023 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=16%2F03%2F2026&endDate=17%2F03%2F2026&selected=76949762&PinnedHotelID=76949762&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=751368885768163328) ![Prince Motel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14700000/14695000/14694965/w685h428x1y1-9fbd67a8_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Prince Motel 9-14, Dongnip-ro, Nam-gu Gwangju £20 16 Mar - 17 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Gwangju. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Missionary's House of Wilson and House of Lee Jang-woo ... 5.8/10 (23 reviews) Very good Reviewed on 22 Jul 2024 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=16%2F03%2F2026&endDate=17%2F03%2F2026&selected=14694965&PinnedHotelID=14694965&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=751368885768163328) ![HOTEL Yeogiuhtte Gwangju Baek Un](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33280000/33278800/33278791/5652fd01_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### HOTEL Yeogiuhtte Gwangju Baek Un 23-1, Dongnip-ro, Nam-gu Gwangju South Jeolla Fully refundable £26 29 Mar - 30 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Gwangju. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Missionary's House of Wilson and House of Lee Jang-woo ... 8/10 Very Good! (10 reviews) The location of the hotel was perfect! 15-20min bus ride to the national park or the Asian culture center or to the market. Will stay here again. Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=29%2F03%2F2026&endDate=30%2F03%2F2026&selected=33278791&PinnedHotelID=33278791&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=751368885768163328) ![Royal Motel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37600000/37595300/37595216/271faab1_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Royal Motel 5, Geumhwa-ro 422beon-gil Gwangju South Jeolla Stay at this hotel in Gwangju. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Yangdong Market and Gwangju World Cup Stadium are ... 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[Book now](https://expedia.co.uk/cheap-deals?rfrr=DX-NH_SPRING_PROMO_751368885768163328) ## Check Nam-gu hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=751368885768163328&startDate=2026-03-15&endDate=2026-03-16)[15 Mar - 16 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=751368885768163328&startDate=2026-03-15&endDate=2026-03-16) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=751368885768163328&startDate=2026-03-16&endDate=2026-03-17)[16 Mar - 17 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=751368885768163328&startDate=2026-03-16&endDate=2026-03-17) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=751368885768163328&startDate=20%2F03%2F2026&endDate=22%2F03%2F2026)[20 Mar - 22 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=751368885768163328&startDate=20%2F03%2F2026&endDate=22%2F03%2F2026) --- ### Other neighbourhoods around Nam-gu ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Gwangju-Yangnim-Dong.dx553248635936853246) ![광주광역시 포충사 성인문](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635277407156/6134b5b7-4816-4301-84f5-37068f3a6006.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Dong-Gu 4.5/5(3 area reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Gwangju-Dong-Gu.dx553248635277407156) ![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 Gwangju World Cup Stadium while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Sangmu Station to get around town. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Seo-Gu.dx553248635277407656) ![Base ball park so good!!](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) ![광주 광산구 수완 호수공원 롯데마트앞 #2](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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