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Damyang Bamboo Forest (Damyang Marsh) (담양대나무숲 - 담양습지)

Damyang Bamboo Forest (Damyang Marsh) (담양대나무숲 - 담양습지)

7.6Km    2025-01-13

656-2, Taemok-ri, Daejeon-myeon, Damnyang-gun, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-380-3114

Situated between Damyang-gun and Gwangju Metropolitan City, Damyang Wetland is one of the best places to experience the ecology of Yeongsangang River. It is a habitat for the hawk, wildcat, Boreal digging frog (endangered species), and kestrel. It became the first river wetland to be designated as a wetland reserve in 2004.

Gwangju Kimchi Festival (광주김치축제)

Gwangju Kimchi Festival (광주김치축제)

7.7Km    2025-07-09

111 Naebang-ro, Seo-gu, Gwangju
+82-62-613-3955

The Gwangju Kimchi Festival is Korea’s representative kimchi festival, offering a variety of kimchi products for purchase and the chance to taste various kimchi dishes. Highlights include the “Thousand People’s Table” featuring diverse kimchi cuisine, a competition to discover kimchi masters, and a kimchi experience school with a range of engaging programs.

Mugaksa Temple (무각사)

Mugaksa Temple (무각사)

7.8Km    2025-08-18

230, Uncheon-ro, Seo-gu, Gwangju
+82-62-383-0108

Nestled at the foot of Yeouisan Mountain in the business center of Gwangju, Mugaksa Temple is an urban Buddhist Temple. Unlike other urban Buddhist Temples, Mugaksa Temple has all the elements of a traditional temple. The temple is used as a cultural resting area and artistic spot for meetings without any religious barrier. The temple is also the starting point of the 2 kilometer walking trail to the 5.18 Memorial Park, leading to a constant flow of visitors.

Syridan-gil Street (시리단길)

Syridan-gil Street (시리단길)

7.9Km    2025-08-12

19-20 Imbangul-daero 826beon-gil, Gwangsan-gu, Gwangju

Syridan-gil Street is a newer business district opened in the Cheomdan District, comprised of three Synergy Towers created by the Synergy Town Project. Among the Synergy Towers, Voyager Cheomdan is filled with lifestyle shops, including fashion boutiques, fitness centers, and cosmetic shops. 

Noble Stay Hotel (노블 스테이 (Noble Stay))

Noble Stay Hotel (노블 스테이 (Noble Stay))

7.9Km    2024-12-22

19-7 , Imbangul-daero 826beon-gil, Gwangsan-gu, Gwangju
+82-62-445-7700

Noble Stay is a cutting-edge business hotel in Gwangsan-gu, Gwangju, Jeollanam-do. It has 94 rooms, all finished in white and wood, and equipped with air purifiers and clothing stylers. In the top floor Sky Lounge you can take breakfast while enjoying fine views over the city. If provisions are needed, there’s a food alley and a supermarket nearby.

Lotte Mart - World Cup Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (롯데마트 월드컵점)

Lotte Mart - World Cup Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (롯데마트 월드컵점)

7.9Km    2024-04-22

240, Geumhwa-ro, Seo-gu, Gwangju

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Gwangju World Cup Stadium (광주월드컵경기장)

Gwangju World Cup Stadium (광주월드컵경기장)

8.0Km    2021-06-11

240, Geumhwa-ro, Seo-gu, Gwangju
+82-62-604-2002

Gwangju World Cup Stadium is a major symbol of Gwangju. Designed to reflect the notion of ‘spreading far and wide’ the exterior is shaped like spokes of a wheel. When lit up, the stadium looks like a glowing dome. The ceiling and large ‘Y’-shaped pillars resemble a ‘Go,’ an instrument used in a traditional game from Gwangju, Gossaumnori. These architectural features were designed to capture and reflect the traditional aspects of Gwangju. The soccer stadium can accommodate up to 40,000 people at once and has many subsidiary facilities, including media center, athlete waiting room, medical care facilities, and more.

Hotel The May (호텔 5월 (Hotel The May) )

Hotel The May (호텔 5월 (Hotel The May) )

8.0Km    2024-08-22

51 , Sangmubeonyeong-ro, Seo-gu, Gwangju
+82-62-676-5000

Hotel The May is a boutique & business hotel located in the Sangmu district of Seo-gu, Gwangju. Business travelers will find a shared work space on the 7th floor equipped with desks, fax machines and computers. Breakfast is served free of charge in the 2nd floor cafeteria, and residents can use a well-equipped shared kitchen. The hotel is close to Gwangju Airport, Songjeong station, and Gwangju Express Bus terminal, making it convenient for both domestic and international travelers.

Duzon Hotel A (더존호텔A)

Duzon Hotel A (더존호텔A)

8.0Km    2024-12-22

60-37 , Imbangul-daero 826beon-gil, Gwangsan-gu, Gwangju
+82-62-973-6699

Duzon Hotel A in Gwangsan-gu, Gwangju, Jeollanam-do, is located in Gwangju’s high-tech district where the Gwangju Institute of Science and Technology and Government Complex 2 are based. The hotel is just 20 minutes from Gwangju Airport and KTX Songjeong-ri Station, while tourist destinations such as Damyang and Jangseong are also nearby. It is good for an accommodation for academic societies, Namdo tours, and golf trips.