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Holiday Inn Gwangju (홀리데이 인 광주 호텔)

Holiday Inn Gwangju (홀리데이 인 광주 호텔)

3.9Km    10094     2021-04-05

55, Sangmunuriro, Seo-gu, Gwangju
+82-62-610-7000

Holiday Inn Gwangju is located directly opposite of the Kimdaejung Convention Center which can be reached within a 2-minute walk. It has 203 modern-style guestrooms, an indoor swimming pool, sauna, and health club on the second floor. The spacious guestrooms are designed for businessmen and tourists alike. Also, it has various facilities available to hold large events, small seminars and family gatherings. Hourglass Restaurant is available on the first floor, offering dynamic promotions by season. On the tenth floor, La Place Restaurant & Grill has a private ambience based on French style, and is a perfect place for business meetings. The Holiday Inn Gwangju is one brand of Intercontinental Hotels Group, having 1,500 hotels and resorts in the world.

Tate Modern (테이트모던)

Tate Modern (테이트모던)

4.0Km    0     2024-02-14

24 Sangmu-daero 673beon-gil, Seo-gu, Gwangju

Tate Modern, which opened in 2018 as a dining café in the Sangmu District of Gwangju, is known for its signature dish, the Nongbu Salad (chicken breast salad). This dish is both filling and healthy, catering to health-conscious diners. In addition to salads, the café offers a variety of other options including brunch, pasta, steak, and an assortment of diverse dishes. Due to its popularity, reservations are required for seating, especially on weekends.

Gwangju National Museum (국립광주박물관)

4.0Km    24282     2023-11-28

110 Haseo-ro, Buk-gu, Gwangju
+82-62-570-7000

Gwangju National Museum, opened on December 6, 1978, was established to promote the development of cultural arts and to foster patriotism. Gwangju National Museum’s goal is to conserve cultural values through the collection and preservation of historical and valuable artifacts found in the Gwangju and Jeollanam-do regions as well as make contributions to the community through continuous research, exhibition, and education. With over 130,000 artifacts as well as various educational and experience programs, the museum aims to provide an enjoyable cultural center for visitors.

Malbaujeong Market (말바우장 / 말바우시장 (2, 4, 7, 9일))

Malbaujeong Market (말바우장 / 말바우시장 (2, 4, 7, 9일))

4.1Km    15916     2023-11-20

62 Dongmun-daero 85beon-gil, Buk-gu, Gwangju
+82-62-262-4082

Malbaujeong Market is one of the main traditional markets in the northern region of Gwangju. The market is held on dates ending in 2, 4, 7, or 9.

Olive Young - Gwangju Maegok Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 광주매곡)

Olive Young - Gwangju Maegok Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 광주매곡)

4.2Km    0     2024-04-18

319, Seoljuk-ro, Buk-gu, Gwangju

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Aritaum - Chosun Univ. Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (아리따움 조선대)

Aritaum - Chosun Univ. Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (아리따움 조선대)

4.3Km    0     2024-04-23

147, Gijanghaean-ro, Gijang-eup, Gijang-gun, Busan

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Damyang Pan Grill (담양판그릴)

Damyang Pan Grill (담양판그릴)

4.4Km    0     2024-07-17

1 Seomun-daero 627beonan-gil, Nam-gu, Gwangju
070-4150-9192

Damyang Pan Grill is renowned for its unique Damyang-style dwaeji galbi (grilled pork ribs). The restaurant's signature dish, Damyang-style pork ribs, is known for its tender texture, achieved through marinating the ribs in a soy sauce-based seasoning and grilling them on a stone plate. Patrons have the option to customize their meal with various flavors, including maeun cheese galbi (spicy galbi with cheese) and jipbul galbi (straw-grilled galbi), along with a selection of grilled chicken dishes.

Gwangju Seochang Silver Grass Festival (광주 서창 억새축제)

Gwangju Seochang Silver Grass Festival (광주 서창 억새축제)

4.9Km    2151     2023-11-22

377 Seochangduk-gil, Seo-gu, Gwangju
+82-62-350-4792

Gwangju Seochang Silver Grass Festival takes place along the themed walking paths next to Yeongsangang River with a range of walking programs and photo spots. 

Yeongsangang River Bike Road (영산강 자전거길)

Yeongsangang River Bike Road (영산강 자전거길)

4.9Km    0     2024-07-17

377 Seochangduk-gil, Seo-gu, Gwangju

The Yeongsangang River Bike Road, stretching 133 kilometers along the Yeongsangang River in Gwangju, offers a scenic route. It winds past notable landmarks including the Seungchonbo Reservoir, Najudaegyo Bridge, Yeongsanpo Port, Hwangpo sailboat, Natural Dyeing Culture Center, and Naru Village. Along the path, riders can enjoy five of the most picturesque spots in Yeongsan. The starting point of the route, the Yeongsangang River Bike Road Information Center, provides free bicycle rentals and bike safety training.

Jeonpyeongje Reservoir (전평제)

Jeonpyeongje Reservoir (전평제)

5.0Km    6884     2021-04-29

9, Jeonpyeong-gil, Seo-gu, Gwangju
+82-62-365-4114

Jeonpyeongje Reservoir was built in 1943 to supply water for agricultural purposes to farms in the Maewol-dong and Byeokjin-dong regions as well as to prevent both floods and droughts. Starting in 1999, the reservoir was changed to a rest area, with a wooden deck crossing the reservoir to the man-made island in the middle. The area now serves as a waterside relaxation and eco-exploration space for family visitors.