310.1M 2024-04-18
73, Chungjang-ro, Dong-gu, Gwangju
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315.1M 2024-01-03
221 Geumnam-ro, Dong-gu, Gwangju
The May 18 Democratization Movement was a righteous uprising by citizens that took place in Gwangju for ten days from May 18 to 27 in 1980. The May 18 Democratic Uprising Archives was established in 2015 at the former Gwangju Catholic Center, a historical site of May 1980, to systematically collect and preserve the May 18 Democratization Movement's heritage that led to the democracy in Korea today. Through the efforts of Gwangju citizens, visitors can see the original records of the May 18 Democratization Movement, inscribed on the UNESCO Memory of the World in 2011. Visitors can also view the records with a guide or through online exhibitions. The May 18 Democratic Uprising Archives is a place that preserves the history of all Korean citizens.
341.9M 2025-08-18
13, Jungang-ro 160beon-gil, Dong-gu, Gwangju
+82-62-222-2525
Palace Tourist Hotel is located only a six-minute walk from Geumnamro 4(sa)-ga Station on Gwangju Subway Line 1. Nearby attractions within walking distance include Gwangju Art Street and Yangdong Market.
348.9M 2023-11-17
Jungjang-ro, Dong-gu, Gwangju
+82-62-608-2221
Chungjang-ro Street is Gwangju’s major fashion district, comparable with Myeongdong Street of Seoul. The streets of Chungjang-ro are lined with shopping malls, clothing stores, restaurants, cafes, movie theaters and various other attractions, providing the ultimate experience of modern culture in Gwangju. It is the city's hub of fashion, both trendy and traditional, as well as venue for diverse performances.
369.0M 2024-10-10
10 Seoseok-ro 85beon-gil, Dong-gu, Gwangju
Chireunsibill was founded in 2022, offering educational programs and art kits with young artists both online and offline. The educational programs are open to all , and cover a wide genre of art types, from painting to music. It is a popular attraction for travelers with children.
378.9M 2024-04-23
67, Chungjang-ro, Dong-gu, Gwangju
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378.9M 2025-10-30
5-2 Chungjangnoan-gil, Dong-gu, Gwangju
Hong Kong Alley is a themed street located in the heart of Chungjang-ro, Gwangju. Stepping in feels like walking through the night streets of Hong Kong in a movie. With Hong Kong-style food, illuminated streets, and Hong Kong-style music playing softly in the background, it is a must-visit nighttime attraction in Gwangju.
384.9M 2025-01-02
8-12 Seoseok-ro 85beon-gil, Dong-gu, Gwangju
Opened in 2010, the Eunam Museum of Art offers a range of exhibitions, including permanent exhibitions and invitational exhibitions, humanities lectures, and concerts, and provides a cultural space for people to connect. It also runs international exchange exhibitions and residency program inviting artists from the country and abroad.
403.8M 2024-11-14
20-2 Geumnam-ro, Dong-gu, Gwangju
Geumnamro Neighborhood Park, once the site of the Bank of Korea’s Gwangju branch, now hosts the enchanting Geumnam Butterfly Garden. Inspired by the glowing butterflies, the garden is a stunning curation by Gwangju, a UNESCO Creative City of Media Arts. It offers a magical setting for a night tour, transporting visitors into a fantasy world of vibrant colors and purple hues.
408.0M 2025-01-02
143-1 Jebong-ro, Dong-gu, Gwangju
Opened in 2016, the Bium Museum is a folk museum showcasing around 30 thousand Korean modern and traditional artifacts collected by Lee Young-hwa for about 50 years. The art pieces portray the life of poor commoners in the agricultural era before Korea went through industrialization, allowing visitors to get a glimpse of the adaptability and resilience of people in hard times.