Buk-gu Travel Guide
Gwangju
Stay near popular Buk-gu attractions
Things to do

Gwangju 5.18 Democratic Uprising Tour (Small group Max.5)
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
"Was great for a few nights stay in Gwangju, easy access to public transport and affordable. The room itself was clean and had all the amenities I needed. Was useful having a microwave and utensils on each floor. And I really appreciated the free Netflix and Disney plus. Would definitely stay ..."
Reviewed on 25 Jun 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

Biennale Hotel

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
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.

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.

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.

Nam-gu
While visiting Nam-gu, you might make a stop by sights like Penguin Village and Yeongsangang River Culture Pavilion.
Yangnim-dong
Travellers like the historical sites in Yangnim-dong, and Penguin Village is a top attraction you might want to visit.















