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

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

844.4M    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.

Dongnidan-gil Cafe Street (동리단길 카페거리)

Dongnidan-gil Cafe Street (동리단길 카페거리)

944.5M    2025-08-06

Dongmyeong-dong, Dong-gu, Gwangju

Dongridan-gil Cafe Street, once an affluent neighborhood filled with opulent homes and traditional hanok houses, is now a popular attraction in Gwangju. The street is lined with various cafes, each boasting its own unique menu and interior, perfect for those seeking unique menus and picture-worthy spots. Surrounding the Cafe Street, there are many parks, wall murals, and art installations, making it an ideal place for a leisurely stroll or a relaxing break.

Kwangju Bank Museum (KJB금융박물관 (광주은행 금융박물관))

Kwangju Bank Museum (KJB금융박물관 (광주은행 금융박물관))

945.4M    2024-12-20

225 Jebong-ro, Dong-gu, Gwangju

Kwangju Bank Museum established to celebrate the 44th anniversary of the bank, is the first financial bank in the Honam region. Visitors can explore a collection of over one thousand financial artifacts and learn about the history of financial institutions in the region, as well as the evolution of Korean and global currency at the museum. The museum offers financial educational programs for various age groups and also provides a cultural space, allowing visitors to connect through art and learn more about the region's heritage.

Nike - Lotte Gwangju Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (나이키 롯데광주)

Nike - Lotte Gwangju Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (나이키 롯데광주)

1.0Km    2024-04-17

5F, 268, Dongnip-ro, Dong-gu, Gwangju

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Gucci - Lotte Gwangju Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (구찌 롯데 광주점)

Gucci - Lotte Gwangju Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (구찌 롯데 광주점)

1.0Km    2024-04-23

268, Dongnip-ro, Dong-gu, Gwangju

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Burberry - Lotte Gwangju Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (버버리 롯데 광주점)

Burberry - Lotte Gwangju Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (버버리 롯데 광주점)

1.0Km    2024-04-23

1F, 268 Dongnip-ro, Dong-gu, Gwangju

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ER NC Department Store - Gwangju Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (ER NC백화점 광주)

ER NC Department Store - Gwangju Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (ER NC백화점 광주)

1.0Km    2024-04-23

249, Gyeongyeol-ro, Buk-gu, Gwangju

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Kkum Brewery (꿈브루어리)

Kkum Brewery (꿈브루어리)

1.1Km    2025-08-13

18-15 Donggyecheon-ro 95beon-gil, Dong-gu, Gwangju

Kkum Brewery produces Gwangju’s local specialty rice wine, Kkumui Daehwa, blending traditional brewing methods with a modern touch. Kkumui Daehwa, the Gwangju specialty, won the grand prize in the 8-10% alcohol category at the 2024 Korean Makgeolli Awards. The brewery offers special experience programs to visitors allowing them to learn more about the Korean traditional liquor culture and cultural heritage of Gwangju.

Street of Duck Stew (오리요리의 거리)

1.1Km    2025-08-06

125 Gyeongyang-ro, Buk-gu, Gwangju

The Street of Duck Stew in Gwangju is lined with restaurants specializing in duck dishes. Its origins trace back to the 1970s, when a duck farmer began selling duck stew, adding their own twist by incorporating water parsley and perilla seeds to the recipe they had learned. The affordable price and clean, rich taste of stew made it popular among visitors, eventually leading to the formation of the current street. The popular dishes include ori tang (duck stew), ori roseu (grilled duck), and ori jumulleok (spicy stir-fried marinated duck).

Geumnam-ro Street (금남로)

Geumnam-ro Street (금남로)

1.2Km    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.