Title: Visit Gwangsan-gu: Best of Gwangsan-gu, Gwangju Travel 2026 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.ca

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# Gwangsan-gu

## Gwangju

![광주 광산구 수완 호수공원 롯데마트앞 #2](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1970/3cb319b3-d1bc-4d3b-9cb0-1a9881aaff26.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

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![광주 광산구 수완 호수공원 롯데마트앞 #2](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1970/3cb319b3-d1bc-4d3b-9cb0-1a9881aaff26.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

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![광주 광산구 수완동 호수공원 다리(이름모름)](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1970/08f53421-cf5f-4f99-9ccb-9d37aafe0b7e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

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![광주 광산구 수완동 호수공원 및 풍영정천](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1970/533f3489-9400-4d28-a172-84fe6a47250b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

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## Visit Gwangsan-gu

Things to do

Hotels

Where to stay

[Gwangju travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Gwangju.dx1970)

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### 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.ca/Mudeungsan-Mountain-Gwangju.d553248621565498281.Vacation-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.ca/JeungSimSa-Temple-Dong-Gu.d553248621562614098.Vacation-Attraction)

#### 1913 Songjeong Station Market

During your visit to Gwangju, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at 1913 Songjeong Station Market. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area. 

[](https://expedia.ca/1913-Songjeong-Station-Market-Gwangsan-gu.d553248635936853257.Vacation-Attraction)

#### Ssangam Park

Explore the great outdoors at Ssangam Park, a lovely green space in Gwangju. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Ssangam-Park-Gwangsan-gu.d553248621565540200.Vacation-Attraction)

#### Gwangju-Kia Champions Field

Catch an event at Gwangju-Kia Champions Field during your trip to Gwangju. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Gwangju-Kia-Champions-Field-Gwangju.d553248635304637427.Vacation-Attraction)

#### Geumnam-ro Street

During your trip to Gwangju, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Geumnam-ro Street. Discover the area's art scene and monuments. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Geumnam-Ro-Street-Dong-Gu.d553248635185270914.Vacation-Attraction)

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## Gwangsan-gu Hotel Deals

![Hound Hotel Gwangju Cheomdan](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12300000/12299600/12299599/40fa6b36_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Hound Hotel Gwangju Cheomdan

60-37, Imbangul-daero 826beon-gil Gwangju 

CA $60

CA $66 total

Mar 8 - Mar 9

includes taxes & fees

Stay at this hotel in Gwangju. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Ssangam Park and Kumho Family Land are located ...

9.4/10 Exceptional! (69 reviews)

Comfort n good

Reviewed on Aug 27, 2025

[](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F03%2F2026&endDate=09%2F03%2F2026&selected=12299599&PinnedHotelID=12299599&HadPinnedHotel=true&regionId=3000688312)

![Maison de On U Hotel Gwangju cheomdan](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113960000/113958300/113958274/2858fd25_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Maison de On U Hotel Gwangju cheomdan

21-23 Imbangul-daero 825beon-gil Gwangju 

CA $64

CA $71 total

Feb 18 - Feb 19

includes taxes & fees

Stay at this hotel in Gwangju. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Ssangam Park and Kumho Family Land are located ...

9.8/10 Exceptional! (17 reviews)

광주 출장 올 때마다 이용하는 곳입니다. 모텔 특유의 어두침침한 분위기가 싫어서 숙소 고를 때 신중한 편인데, 여긴 밝고 깔끔한 비즈니스 호텔 느낌이라 아주 만족합니다.

Reviewed on Jan 26, 2026

[](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=18%2F02%2F2026&endDate=19%2F02%2F2026&selected=113958274&PinnedHotelID=113958274&HadPinnedHotel=true&regionId=3000688312)

![Madrid Hotel Gwangju](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16600000/16597400/16597309/c4c26e71_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Madrid Hotel Gwangju

11, Gwangsan-ro 19beon-gil, Gwangsan-gu Gwangju 

CA $68

CA $76 total

Feb 22 - Feb 23

includes taxes & fees

Stay at this hotel in Gwangju. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions 1913 Songjeong Station Market and Uncheon Reservoir ...

9/10 Wonderful! (607 reviews)

Staff

Reviewed on Nov 23, 2025

[](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=16597309&PinnedHotelID=16597309&HadPinnedHotel=true&regionId=3000688312)

![Gwangju Aura Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19840000/19838100/19838069/4a88473a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Gwangju Aura Hotel

28, songjeong-ro 1beon-gil Gwangju 

CA $68

CA $76 total

Feb 22 - Feb 23

includes taxes & fees

Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Gwangju. Enjoy free WiFi, free valet parking, and 15 hot tubs. Popular attractions 1913 Songjeong Station Market ...

9/10 Wonderful! (329 reviews)

음식종류가 다양함

Reviewed on Jan 15, 2026

[](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=19838069&PinnedHotelID=19838069&HadPinnedHotel=true&regionId=3000688312)

![Hotel Hive Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76420000/76417200/76417148/58fa31f7_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Hotel Hive Inn

43, Imbangul-daero 825beon-gil Gwangju 

CA $58

CA $64 total

Feb 22 - Feb 23

includes taxes & fees

Stay at this hotel in Gwangju. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Ssangam Park and Kumho Family Land are located ...

9.4/10 Exceptional! (45 reviews)

Everything was much better than I expected. Room was very nice with good size, excellent amenites and good location.

Reviewed on Apr 22, 2025

[](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=76417148&PinnedHotelID=76417148&HadPinnedHotel=true&regionId=3000688312)

![Top Cloud Hotel Gwangju](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23390000/23382400/23382321/ac4ff03c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Top Cloud Hotel Gwangju

57-1, Imbangul-daero 825beon-gil Gwangju Gwangsan-gu

CA $68

CA $76 total

Feb 22 - Feb 23

includes taxes & fees

Stay at this hotel in Gwangju. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Ssangam Park and Kumho Family Land are located ...

8.8/10 Excellent! (398 reviews)

Great place to stay

Reviewed on May 16, 2023

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### Other neighbourhoods around Gwangsan-gu

![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 5-18 Memorial Park or Yangdong Market while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Sangmu Station to get around town. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Seo-Gu.dx553248635277407656)

![good place for simple korean foods
called "ddokbokki",is left 
"Tewgim"is right
and "Eomook](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1970/f2608e0f-f4ac-46e3-bb61-9a991837eb8f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Nam-gu

 If you're spending some time in Nam-gu, Missionary's House of Wilson and Bongseon Takgoo World are top sights worth seeing. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Gwangju-Nam-Gu.dx751368885768163328)

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### Yangnim-dong

 Travelers like the historic sites in Yangnim-dong, and Owen Memorial Hall is a top attraction you might want to visit. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Gwangju-Yangnim-Dong.dx553248635936853246)

![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 Art and Culture Center. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Buk-Gu.dx6335689)

![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(2 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.ca/Gwangju-Dong-Gu.dx553248635277407156)

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