Dong-Gu Travel Guide
Gwangju





Visit Dong-Gu
Stay near popular Dong-Gu attractions
Things to do

Gwangju 5.18 Democratic Uprising Tour (Small group Max.5)
Top hotels in Dong-Gu

L7 CHUNGJANG by LOTTE HOTELS(formerly Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Chungjang)
"部屋は広めで清潔。快適に1泊しました。チェックイン前と、アウト後の荷物預けが、ロッカー式なことが少し不思議でしたが、それも問題なく使えました。"
Reviewed on 11 Sept 2026

ACC Design Hotel

Vantt Hotel
"Close to subway and important historic buildings. The owner allowed me to check in early as well as gave me a room upgrade. Tow thumbs up!"
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026

Stay Hotel
"Nice breakfast."
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026

Mudeungpark Hotel

Palace Tourist Hotel
"Room was perfect for a quick overnight stay. It is located in the heart of shopping district in Gwangju so there are many areas to walk to. It was a 10 min walk from a metro stop too. So many eateries and shops nearby. Room was quiet and had all the amenities including tv, ac, blow dryer, kettle ..."
Reviewed on 17 Aug 2026
Where to stay in Dong-Gu

Seo-Gu
Shopping and restaurants are highlights of Seo-Gu. Make a stop by Gwangju World Cup Stadium or 5-18 Memorial Park while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Sangmu Station to get around town.

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.

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 Missionary's House of Wilson and House of Lee Jang-woo.
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.










