Gwangju Arts Center (광주예술의전당)

3.5 Km 16576 2024-02-14

60 Bungmun-daero, Buk-gu, Gwangju
+82-62-613-8333

Opened in 1991, the Gwangju Arts Center is the cornerstone of culture and arts in Gwangju. It offers high-quality performances and exhibitions across various genres, including Korean traditional music, opera, classical music, and ballet. The center boasts a range of artistic facilities, such as a main theater, a secondary theater, a traditional music hall, a sculpture garden, and an amphitheater. The main theater has a seating capacity for up to 1,500 people.

Jungoe Park (중외공원)

4.0 Km 13802 2021-10-25

52, Haseo-ro, Buk-gu, Gwangju
+82-62-613-7100

Jungoe Park is one of the nation's most famous leisure spaces. There is a children's grand park, the Olympic Garden, and the Olympic Monument. The children's grand park is especially popular on weekends and holidays.
There is also a folk museum, an education center, and the Biennale Exhibition Hall in the Biennale & Museum section of the park.
The park is most popular during fall for its beautiful foliage. In addition, the Rainbow Bridge is a symbol of the Biennale and was installed during the 1st Gwangju Biennale.

Wellmade - Mokpo Jungang Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (웰메이드목포중앙점)

4.1 Km 0 2024-04-23

204, Sudeung-ro, Gwangsan-gu, Gwangju

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K2 [Tax Refund Shop] (k2)

4.1 Km 0 2024-04-19

204, Sudeung-ro, Gwangsan-gu, Gwangju

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Geonmaek 1987 Cooperative [Tax Refund Shop] (건맥1987협조)

4.1 Km 0 2024-04-22

204, Sudeung-ro, Gwangsan-gu, Gwangju

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Gwangju Yangdong Market (광주 양동시장)

4.1 Km 3600 2022-04-06

238, Cheonbyeonjwa-ro, Seo-gu, Gwangju
+82-62-366-0884

Yangdong Market started in the 1910s as a traditional market held on dates ending in 2 and 7 of every month on the white sand beach under Gwangjugyo Bridge. The market has a long history and local citizens have many sayings referring to the multitude of items available here. During the May 18th Democratic Uprising, both Yangdong and Daein Markets were a grand venue where the citizens of Gwangju gathered together to rally for democratization of the nation. Merchants of the markets provided food, beverages, and medicine to the protestors and participated in the movement alongside their fellow citizens.

Yangdong Market is an outstanding traditional market among all markets throughout the nation. The market has upgraded with the times to include modern conveniences, including a consolidated market logo, online shopping mall, and merchant education classes.

Olive Young - Gwangju Yongbong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 광주용봉지구)

4.2 Km 0 2024-04-18

39, Yongbongtaekji-ro, Buk-gu, Gwangju

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Olive Young - Gwangju Hanam Columbus Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 광주하남콜럼버스)

4.2 Km 0 2024-04-18

Store #103, #104, 38-6, Saam-ro 216beon-gil, Gwangsan-gu, Gwangju

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Gwangju Museum of Art (광주시립미술관)

4.2 Km 15593 2022-09-02

52, Haseo-ro, Buk-gu, Gwangju
+82-62-613-7100

The Gwangju Museum of Art was founded on August 1, 1992, to promote local artists. In 1996, it served as the venue for the Gwangju Biennale. The museum holds over 560 works, including those from Heo Baekryeon, Oh Jiho, Yang Su-ah, and Im Jik-sun, all local artists. In addition to the permanent exhibitions, the museum also has special planned exhibitions and other cultural programs.

E-Mart - Gwangsan Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (이마트 광산)

4.3 Km 0 2024-04-22

172, Saam-ro, Gwangsan-gu, Gwangju

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