Gwangju Kimchi Festival (광주김치축제)

5.8Km 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.

Gwangju Jeungsimsa Temple (증심사(광주))

5.9Km 2021-11-09

177, Jeungsimsa-gil, Dong-gu, Gwangju
+82-62-226-0108

Located on the western foothills of Mudeungsan Mountain, Jeungsimsa Temple is a representative temple of Gwangju. First founded by Buddhist monk Cheolgamseonsa Do Yun in 517 (Silla Kingdom), the temple was remodeled by Buddhist monk Hyesoguksa in 1094 (Goryeo dynasty) and again by Kim Bang in 1443 (Joseon dynasty). The temple was burned down during the Imjin War and was reconstructed in 1609 by three Buddhist monks: Seokgyeong, Sujang, and Dogwang. It underwent several additional restorations before being destroyed again by fire during the Korean War. Most of the existing buildings, including Daeungjeon Halll (main temple building), were rebuilt in the 1970s.

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

5.9Km 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.

Dubai hotel (두바이호텔)

5.9Km 2024-12-22

47 , Sangmubeonyeong-ro, Seo-gu, Gwangju
+82-62-370-0700, +82-10-5094-1400

The Gwangju Dubai Hotel in Gwangju, Jeollanam-do, opened in 2016. Rooms have white-themed interiors, king-size double beds, a jacuzzi, and chandeliers to enhance the opulence. Free valet parking and both Korean and American buffet breakfasts are provided. Gwangju Airport and U-Square Gwangju Bus Terminal are just 10 minutes away by car, and KTX/SRT Gwangju Songjeong station about 15 minutes away. Gwangju City Hall is within walking distance, and the Kim Daejung Convention Center and the 5.18 Memorial Park are also both nearby.

Lotte Himart - Sangmu Lotte Mart Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (롯데하이마트 상무롯데마트점)

6.0Km 2024-04-18

40, Sicheong-ro, Seo-gu, Gwangju

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Jonggajip Seolleongtang (종가집설렁탕)

6.0Km 2019-09-02

10, Sicheong-ro 20beon-gil, Seo-gu, Gwangju
+82-62-374-0015

Jonggajip Seolleongtang is the first traditional Seoul-style seolleongtang restaurant in Gwangju. All the dishes are made of 100% pure beef bone stock and top quality ingredients for the best taste and nutrition.

Yeonhwa Sikdang (연화식당)

6.0Km 2025-01-22

147 Mareukbokgae-ro, Seo-gu, Gwangju

It is a restaurant where you can enjoy yukjeon (Pan-fried Battered Beef) with a variety of Jeolla-do side dishes. For a unique twist, try wrapping the yukjeon with aged kimchi in a leaf wrap. The nutty aroma of perilla oil combined with the tangy flavor of aged kimchi creates an especially delightful taste experience.

Himart - Sangmu Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (하이마트 상무점)

6.1Km 2024-04-18

820, Sangmu-daero, Seo-gu, Gwangju

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Hotel Central (센트럴관광호텔)

6.1Km 2025-01-07

68, Sangmuyeonha-ro, Seo-gu, Gwangju
+82-62-383-7575

Hotel Central is an affordable tourist hotel located in the city center of Gwangju. The hotel aims to meet every need of today's modern travelers, from high-speed internet to safety and comfort.

Tourist Hotel Masters (마스터스관광호텔)

6.1Km 2020-07-08

46, Sangmuyeonha-ro, Seo-gu, Gwangju
+82-62-382-7700

Tourist Hotel Masters, located in Gwangju, offers modern facilities, quality customer service, and modern guestrooms with an array of design concepts. For the convenience of guests, the hotel provides a comfortable business center in the lobby and offers traditionally brewed German beer and live music at “Munchen Brauhaus.” There is also a coffee shop from which you can take in the scenic view of Gwangju while slowly sipping your drink.

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