Gwangju Songjeong-dong Tteokgalbi Street (광주 송정동 떡갈비 골목) - Area information - Korea travel information

Gwangju Songjeong-dong Tteokgalbi Street (광주 송정동 떡갈비 골목)

Gwangju Songjeong-dong Tteokgalbi Street (광주 송정동 떡갈비 골목)

5.2Km    2025-08-12

Gwangsan-ro 29beon-gil, Gwangsan-gu, Gwangju

Tteokgalbi Street in Gwangju Songjeong-dong is lined with around 20 restaurants specalizing in tteokgalbi (grilled galbi patties). The area is a popular place to eat for locals and tourists alike, with many people visiting both during the week and the weekend. The tteokgalbi here stands out from tteokgalbi found in other regions in a few ways. Most places use 100% beef in the patties, but Songjeong-dong tteokgalbi uses a mix of beef and pork. This change was made in the 90s in order to keep the prices the same during a tough financial season. The restaurants here also serve a bone broth soup with the meal, made from boiling pork bones with kelp and radish for over a long period of time.

Songjeong Tteokgalbi 1hojeom (송정떡갈비 1호점)

5.2Km    2024-03-12

1 Gwangsan-ro 29beon-gil, Gwangsan-gu, Gwangju

Songjeong Tteokgalbi 1hojeom is a tteokgalbi (grilled galbi patties) specialty restaurant established in 1976. Located in Songjeong-dong Tteokgalbi Street, it stands out among the twenty or so eateries in the area as a renowned dining destination. The tteokgalbi here boasts a tender texture, made by blending high-quality beef and pork, and it is known for its affordable price. A highlight of dining here is the complimentary bone broth soup served alongside the tteokgalbi, a dish made by simmering pork bones and radish for hours.

Dream People Enter (드림피플엔터)

Dream People Enter (드림피플엔터)

5.2Km    2024-12-17

16 Cheonbyeonjwa-ro 338beon-gil, Nam-gu, Gwangju

Dream People Enter is an indoor ski class facility that visitors can enjoy throughout the year with beginner and intermediate slopes and auto slope for advanced learners. The class also go on field trips to Muju Deogyusan Resort and Welli Hilli Park for ski camps and lessons. There are ski and snowboard classes for both individuals and groups. It also has facility to repair ski gears, a storage, and a ski shop. 

Gwangjuhyanggyo Confucian School (광주향교)

Gwangjuhyanggyo Confucian School (광주향교)

5.3Km    2025-02-04

5 Jungang-ro 107beon-gil, Nam-gu, Gwangju-si

Hyanggyo was a national educational institution during the Joseon dynasty, where the tablets of distinguished Confucian scholars were enshrined, and rituals were held in their honor. In spring and fall, it hosts Seokjeon, a ritual honoring Confucius, along with Seodang (traditional Confucian school) experiences and traditional weddings, offering opportunities to immerse in Confucian culture. In summer, crape myrtle flowers bloom, and in fall, the old ginkgo tree turns golden yellow, beautifully contrasting with the traditional Joseon-style hanok architecture.

MADRID Business Hotel Gwnagju (유)한성 마드리드 광주호텔)

MADRID Business Hotel Gwnagju (유)한성 마드리드 광주호텔)

5.3Km    2024-12-22

11 , Gwangsan-ro 19beon-gil, Gwangsan-gu, Gwangju
+82-62-941-0500

The Madrid Hotel in Gwangju, Jeollanam-do, is right across from KTX Gwangju Songjeong Station, and not far from Gwangju Airport, giving excellent  transport access. Nearby tourist destinations include the Sangmu shopping and business district, Kimdaejung Convention Center, Songjeong Tteokgalbi Street, and the 1913 Songjeong Station Market. It is also easy to move to Pyeongdong Industrial Complex, Sochon Industrial Complex, Naju Innovation City, etc. The hotel was used as the headquarters hotel for the 2019 World Aquatics Championships, and received good reviews for its neat and clean facilities and friendly service.

Gwangju IAM Guest House [Korea Quality] / 아이엠게스트하우스 [한국관광 품질인증]

Gwangju IAM Guest House [Korea Quality] / 아이엠게스트하우스 [한국관광 품질인증]

5.3Km    2024-07-24

23 , Gyeongyang-ro 165beon-gil, Buk-gu, Gwangju
+82-62-528-0012

The cozy and clean I Am Guesthouse in Gwangju, Jeollanam-do, stands right opposite Gwangju station. The guesthouse offers free Korean breakfast and brunch, there’s a personal locker for valuables and a powder room for female travelers. The location is convenient for sightseeing, with Mudeungsan Mountain nearby, and visitors can taste tteokgalbi and other delights of Namdo cuisine in local restaurants.

Gwangju Park (광주공원)

Gwangju Park (광주공원)

5.3Km    2025-08-06

15 Jungang-ro 107beon-gil, Nam-gu, Gwangju

Gwangju Park, an urban Park in Gwangju, is a popular recreational spot among residents. Home to a memorial tower honoring the victims of the April 19 Revolution, Gwangju Municipal Museum, and a citizens’ hall, the park is a space where traditions and modernity coexist. Filled with trees and flower plants, it boasts beautiful scenery, especially in April, when cherry blossoms adorn the park. Nearby attractions include Gwangju Sajik Park, Asia Culture Center, and Gwangju Yangdong Market, with a stream flowing in front of the park.

Geumnam-ro Street (금남로)

Geumnam-ro Street (금남로)

5.3Km    2025-08-13

Geumnan-ro, Dong-gu, Gwangju

Geumnam-ro Street used to be in the government office quarters, and is now the center of the city's finacial sphere, with many banks, insurance companies and public offices lining the street. During the May 18 Movement, the citizens gathered at Geumnam-ro Steet and marched together to express their sadness and give support for the sublimation of the nation. In modern times, the street serves as a meeting space for citizens, with an underground shopping mall and a plaza around a fountain, where events and performances freely take place.

Gwangju Aura Hotel (광주 아우라 비즈니스 호텔)

Gwangju Aura Hotel (광주 아우라 비즈니스 호텔)

5.4Km    2024-12-22

28 , Songjeong-ro 1beon-gil, Gwangsan-gu, Gwangju
+82-62-942-0060~0061

The Aura Hotel in Gwangju, Jeollanam-do, is a business hotel directly opposite KTX Songjeong Station, which offers clean and comfortable rooms with spacious bathrooms and an elegant atmosphere. Transport connections are good, with Gwangju Airport and Gwangju 2nd Ring Road just 10 minutes away, Must-visit Gwangju sights Songjeong Tteokgalbi Street, 1913 Songjeong Old Market, and Songjeong 5-Day Market are also nearby.

Chonnam National University Museum (전남대학교 박물관)

Chonnam National University Museum (전남대학교 박물관)

5.4Km    2025-01-02

77 Yongbong-ro, Buk-gu, Gwangju

The Cheonnam National University Museum showcases a variety of domestic and international works on history, anthropology, culture, and folklore, along with providing research materials. Initially established as a research center for the faculty and students, the museum has evolved into its current form since 2002. Visitors can explore exhibitions on diverse topics and immerse themselves in different cultures at the learning center of the museum.