Nam-gu Travel Guide
Gwangju
Stay near popular Nam-gu attractions
Things to do
Gwangju 5.18 Democratic Uprising Tour (Small group Max.5)
Top hotels in Nam-gu
Gwangju Awesome Boutique Hotel
Prince Motel
"Very good"
Reviewed on 22 Jul 2024
Hotel The Hill
"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
HOTEL Yeogiuhtte Gwangju Baek Un
"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
UTOP Boutique Hotel & Residence
"Although I didn’t need it, it was pleasant surprise to see a full size refrigerator and washer and cooktop."
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2026
Maison de On U Hotel Gwangju cheomdan
Where to stay in Nam-gu
Seo-Gu
Shopping and restaurants are highlights of Seo-Gu. Make a stop by Gwangju World Cup Stadium or Yangdong Market 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
Well liked for its parks and shopping, Gwangsan-gu is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like 1913 Songjeong Station Market and Ssangam Park, and jump on the metro at Gwangju Songjeon Station to get around the city.
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.
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.
