Gwangju

Travel Guide

A mountainous landscape with dense green forests and a rocky cliff.
A mountainous landscape with autumn foliage, a stone ruin, and a distant cityscape.
Traditional Korean architecture with a pavilion, stone walls, and lush greenery.
A stone pathway leading up a stone wall, surrounded by lush greenery and traditional architecture.
A traditional Korean building with ornate architecture, a stone wall, and a clear blue sky.
Grand Hyatt Seoul

Grand Hyatt Seoul

5 out of 5
322, Sowol-ro, Yongsan-gu Seoul Seoul
$416 nightly
The price is $458 total per night from Aug 11 to Aug 12
$458 total
Aug 11 - Aug 12
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
Grand Hyatt Seoul
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG

4 out of 5
23-1 Eulji-ro 19-gil, Jung-gu Seoul
$141 nightly
The price is $157 total per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
$157 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Myeongdong Street and Dongdaemun ...
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
Fairfield by Marriott Seoul

Fairfield by Marriott Seoul

3 out of 5
870, GYEONGIN-RO YEONGDEUNGPO-GU Seoul
$102 nightly
The price is $112 total per night from Sep 8 to Sep 9
$112 total
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
"I recommend this hotel because everything is close by—trains, buses, and plenty of shops. The discounts are great, the hotel is very clean, and the staff are friendly. I give it a 10."

Reviewed on Aug 2, 2026

Fairfield by Marriott Seoul
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Oakwood Premier Coex Center

Oakwood Premier Coex Center

5 out of 5
46, Teheran-ro 87-gil, Gangnam-gu Seoul Seoul
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a casino. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,671 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on Aug 4, 2026

Oakwood Premier Coex Center
Orakai Insadong Suites

Orakai Insadong Suites

4 out of 5
18 Insadong 4-Gil Jongno-Gu Seoul Seoul
Stay at this aparthotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
Orakai Insadong Suites
Uljiro Co-Op Residence

Uljiro Co-Op Residence

3 out of 5
246, Eulji-ro, Jung-gu Seoul Seoul
Stay at this aparthotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,860 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on Aug 3, 2026

Uljiro Co-Op Residence
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Stay near popular Gwangju attractions

Namhansanseong Fortress

Learn about the local history of Gwangju with a stop at Namhansanseong Fortress. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
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Things to do

Signature DMZ Tour: Exclusive NK Defector Talk +Suspension Bridge

DMZ Tour: Exclusive North Korean Defector Talk +Suspension Bridge

$44
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
DMZ Tour: Exclusive North Korean Defector Talk +Suspension Bridge
Exclusive JSA Museum Experience and DMZ Tour from Seoul

Exclusive JSA Museum Experience and DMZ Tour from Seoul

$49
per adult
Exclusive JSA Museum Experience and DMZ Tour from Seoul
DMZ Guided tour from Seoul with Suspension Bridge or Gondola

DMZ Guided tour from Seoul with Suspension Bridge or Gondola

$62
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
DMZ Guided tour from Seoul with Suspension Bridge or Gondola
Korean Folk Village and Suwon Hwaseong Fortress Day Tou

Korean Folk Village and Suwon Hwaseong Fortress Full Day Tour

$70
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Korean Folk Village and Suwon Hwaseong Fortress Full Day Tour
DMZ Highlights & Exclusive Defector Interview – True Human Story

DMZ Highlights & Exclusive Defector Interview – True Human Story

$44
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
DMZ Highlights & Exclusive Defector Interview – True Human Story
From Seoul Ski Tour to Jisan Ski Resort Shuttle Service

Jisan Ski Resort from Seoul by Shuttle(Opt Winter Skiing Package)

$39
per adult
Jisan Ski Resort from Seoul by Shuttle(Opt Winter Skiing Package)
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Cities near Gwangju

A collection of traditional pottery, including various shapes and sizes, displayed against a rustic backdrop.

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A traditional Korean courtyard with wooden buildings and a large tree.

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