Gwangju Culture Night (광주문화재야행)

5.0 Km 0 2023-11-22

38 Munhwajeondang-ro, Dong-gu, Gwangju
+82-62-229-3070

Experience the history of Gwangju under the moonlight at Gwangju Culture Night. This cutural tourism festival offers a range of programs in the eight themes of nightscape, history tour, experience, exhibition, performance, food, marketplace, and accommodation.

Gwangju Chungjang Festival (광주 추억의 충장축제)

5.2 Km 26826 2023-11-28

1 Seonam-ro, Dong-gu, Gwangju
+82-62-608-4681

Every October, Gwangju Chungjang Festival takes place around the area of Chungjang-ro, a representative street in Gwangju where old history and fast changes exist together. The festival's main event, Chungjang World Parade, includes floats with various themes from the 13 districts of Gwangju. The street is recreated in various stages of changes between the 70s and the early 2000s. Visitors can also enjoy tea at old-style cafes or take black-and-white photos at a photo studio.

Gwangju Sajik Park (사직공원 (광주))

5.3 Km 28029 2022-08-05

49, Sajik-gil, Nam-gu, Gwangju
+82-62-652-3236

Sajik Park is located at the previous site of Sajikdan Altar, a ritual site to pray for peace and prosperity during the Three Kingdoms Era. In the 1960s, the site was home to Sajik Zoo, with the ritual being abandoned in 1894 and the altar in disrepair. However, in 1991, it was decided to move the zoo to another location and begin restoring the site. It was reopened in April 1994, 100 years after the last ritual.

Sajik Park is landscaped with various trees and flower beds. The park blooms pink and white with cherry blossoms annually in mid-April. During this time, the municipality of Gwangju installs lighting in the trees for citizens to enjoy the blossoms late into the night. The park has become established as a favorite rest area for Gwangju citizens. The park houses several attractions including Gwangju Broadcast Station (KBS), Memorial Tower for Policemen, Yangpajeong Pavilion, and Palgakjeong Pavilion overlooking downtown Gwangju.

Syridan-gil Street (시리단길)

5.4 Km 0 2023-11-14

19-20 Imbangul-daero 826beon-gil, Gwangsan-gu, Gwangju

Syridan-gil Street is a newer business district opened in the Cheomdan District, comprised of three Synergy Towers created by the Synergy Town Project. Among the Synergy Towers, Voyager Cheomdan is filled with lifestyle shops, including fashion boutiques, fitness centers, and cosmetic shops.

Mugaksa Temple (무각사)

5.4 Km 9314 2021-09-10

230, Uncheon-ro, Seo-gu, Gwangju
+82-62-383-0108

Nestled at the foot of Yeouisan Mountain in the business center of Gwangju, Mugaksa Temple is an urban Buddhist Temple. Unlike other urban Buddhist Temples, Mugaksa Temple has all the elements of a traditional temple. The temple is used as a cultural resting area and artistic spot for meetings without any religious barrier. The temple is also the starting point of the 2 kilometer walking trail to the 5.18 Memorial Park, leading to a constant flow of visitors.

House of Choi Seung-hyo (최승효가옥)

5.4 Km 13824 2023-03-08

29-4, Yangchon-gil, Nam-gu, Gwangju
+82-62-607-2332

The House of Choi Seung-hyo is a traditional residential building located on the southeastern slopes of Yangnimsan Mountain. The rectangular building is open to the east, has 8 kan (the space between two pillars) in the front and 4 kan to the sides, and is graced by a traditional hipped and gabled roof. Since the building was constructed in the 1920s, it offers a valuable glimpse into the architectural style of Korean houses at the end of the Japanese colonial period. Choi Sang-hyeon was an activist who offered his attic as a place of refuge for other activists.

Arie-ne guesthouse [Korea Quality] / 아리네 게스트하우스 [한국관광 품질인증]

5.4 Km 1546 2022-04-28

6, Cheonbyeonjwa-ro 428beon-gil, Nam-gu, Gwangju
+82-10-2104-8899

Ariene Guesthouse is an accommodation located at Yangnim-ro, Nam-gu, Gwangju that serves as an integrated cultural platform targeting tourists. It is a cost-effective accommodation option with affordable prices and great location in downtown Gwangju. The guesthouse is also close to subway stations including Namgwangju Station and Culture Center Station. Ariene Guesthouse has four ground floors and one basement floor. Yanglim Culture Hall is on the basement floor, a lounge cafe is on the first floor, and a rooftop party room is on the fourth floor. There is a total of nine guest rooms on the second and third floor. There are two double rooms, two twin rooms, three ondol rooms, one men's dormitory room, and one women's dormitory room. In the dormitory rooms, there are two bunker beds and a common locker. The double rooms and twin rooms are for two guests, and the ondol rooms are for up to three and five guests. Although it is a guesthouse, each guest room has a private bathroom. The guesthouse offers complementary homemade-style breakfast. There is also a refrigerator, a washing machine, and a dryer that guests can use. Laundry service is also available with an extra charge. Ariene Guesthouse is located in Yangnim-dong Modern History and Culture Village which has many historic sites related to century-old modern Korean culture. There are various attractions nearby, including Han Hee Won Art Museum, Penguin Village, and Color Village. Guests can enjoy a scenic night view of Gwangju from Sajik Tower located in Sajik Park.

Han Hee-won Art Museum (한희원미술관)

5.4 Km 0 2023-01-25

27-6, Yangchon-gil, Nam-gu, Gwangju
+82-62-653-5435

Han Hee-won Art Museum is a small hanok art museum in the back alley of Yangnim-dong.
Painter Han Hee-won grew up in Yangnim-dong, where he was influenced as a painter. In July 2015, he purchased a small hanok between the House of Yi Jang-u and the House of Choe Seunghyo and transformed it into an art museum to preserve and show the spirit of love, comfort, and art in his hometown, Yangnim-dong. An art museum with a low threshold approaching citizens with a humble mind, Han Hee-won Art Museum is open to anyone. Feel free to visit, appreciate the paintings, and be comforted through art.

Noble Stay Hotel [Korea Quality] / 노블 스테이 (Noble Stay) [한국관광 품질인증/Korea Quality]

5.4 Km 0 2020-12-29

19-7, Imbangul-daero 826beon-gil, Gwangsan-gu, Gwangju

Noble Stay is a business hotel equipped with 94 rooms, a breakfast buffet, and a sky lounge. There is a food street and large supermarkets nearby, which are very popular among travelers with its large, stylish exterior and interior. White and wood tone are used in each guest room, with air purifiers and stylers equipped to provide a comfortable stay for all visitors. On the very top floor of the hotel, a sky lounge is available to be enjoyed. Breakfast can be eaten at the sky lounge while observing the scenery of Gwangju at a glance.

Hotel the Spot [Korea Quality] / 호텔더스팟[한국관광 품질인증/Korea Quality]

5.4 Km 297 2020-12-10

32, Amkor-ro, Buk-gu, Gwangju
+82-10-2417-6500

Located in Gwangju’s Buk-gu district, HOTEL THE Spot is an ideal base camp for traveling around the province. The hotel faces a park and the Yeongsangang River, suitable for leisurely walks. HOTEL THE Spot offers a “comfortable space like home,” with a special emphasis on room comfort and attentive services. Each room is furnished with a comfortable bed, work desk, minibar, wardrobe, and a PC with high-speed Internet for the traveler's comfort. Its interior design features white, gray, and wood tones for a trendy and comfortable touch. The hotel also serves free homemade breakfast every morning. There are 38 rooms in total, which are divided into the city and park views. The Studio Suite is equipped with a sink, cooking utensils, and a wide table, which are ideal for large families or groups looking for small event venues. For family travelers with young children, the hotel recommends the Superior Super King room, furnished with a super-king-sized bed. Other rooms include the Superior Double (city view), Deluxe Double, Deluxe Twin, and Suite Double. The Suite Studio has a bathtub rather than a shower for relaxation. Moreover, other amenities include the cafeteria, laundromat (payment required), and complimentary styles. The hotel also provides valet parking and concierge services.

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