Namgwangju Market (남광주시장)

6.4Km 2023-11-20

117 Yangnim-ro, Dong-gu, Gwangju
+82-62-226-1101

Namgwangju Market formed naturally in the area around the old Namgwangju Station, selling everything from seafood and fresh produce to household items. The market suffered a lot when the train station was closed, but it is still very famous for fresh fish, which comes in every morning between 2 and 5 AM. Due to this, there are many raw fish restaurants in the area, with fresh fish and very affordable prices.

Tate Modern (테이트모던)

6.4Km 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.

LEEKANGHA Art Museum (이강하미술관)

6.5Km 2024-11-14

6 3·1manseundong-gil, Nam-gu, Gwangju

The LEEKANGHA Art Museum, opened in 2018, offers a range of exhibitions, educational programs, and a research center. Visitors can explore the life and art world of Lee Kang-ha in different eras through various exhibitions and gain a deeper understanding of art with performances and educational programs. The museum aims to foster empathy and communication to enrich cultural knowledge by using diverse art-culture experience programs.

HOTEL OHU (호텔 오후)

6.5Km 2024-12-09

4-33 Geumhwa-ro 85beon-gil, Seo-gu, Gwangju

HOTEL OHU uses disposable bedding to protect guests for maximum hygiene. Breakfast includes Hangang ramyeon, Taiwan-style sandwich, and drinks. There are plenty of parking spaces. Every room has various OTT service available and guests can also order room service. Each room has unique style for a different feel every time guests visit.

Bitgoeul Korea Traditional Classical Music Instruction Hall (빛고을국악전수관)

6.7Km 2024-12-17

182 Punggeum-ro, Seo-gu, Gwangju

Bitgoeul Korea Traditional Classical Music Instruction Hall offers various programs throughout the year. Since 2002, classes on traditional instruments are available, as well as separate children gugak classes. Special exhibition on the second floor has various instruments that visitors can actually try. The permanent exhibition on the third floor has 45 different gugak instruments as well as videos to further provide detailed information. The main area is the performance hall on B1-B2F, with 137 seats, that offers performances every Thursday for free from traditional gugak to fusion music.

Damyang Bamboo Forest (Damyang Marsh) (담양대나무숲 - 담양습지)

6.8Km 2025-01-13

656-2, Taemok-ri, Daejeon-myeon, Damnyang-gun, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-380-3114

Situated between Damyang-gun and Gwangju Metropolitan City, Damyang Wetland is one of the best places to experience the ecology of Yeongsangang River. It is a habitat for the hawk, wildcat, Boreal digging frog (endangered species), and kestrel. It became the first river wetland to be designated as a wetland reserve in 2004.

Pungam Reservoir (풍암저수지)

6.9Km 2020-06-05

71-3, Woldeukeopseo-ro, Seo-gu, Gwangju
+82-62-365-4114

Pungam Reservoir was originally built in 1956 for agriculture, but was turned into a park in 1999 as part of the pilot program for developing parks nationwide. It is a popular resting area featuring traditional pavilions and wooden bridges.

Innisfree - Gwangju Wolgok Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (이니스프리 광주 월곡점)

7.0Km 2024-04-23

256, Saam-ro, Gwangsan-gu, Gwangju

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Coboc (커볶)

7.0Km 2024-02-13

161-7 Jiho-ro, Dong-gu, Gwangju

Coboc, established in 2006, is a café located near the Jisan Recreation Area at the base of Mudeungsan Mountain. This café is particularly known for its stunning views, especially during sunset. Among its signature offerings are the Mudeungsan Gureum Coffee, a unique cheese cream coffee, and a bagel with chives and bacon. The Mudeungsan Gureum Coffee is distinctively topped with a white, soft cheese cream, reminiscent of the clouds that grace the mountain.

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

7.1Km 2024-04-18

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

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