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Gwangju: travel guide

Gwangju is the largest city in the Jeolla region, known for the May 18 democracy memorial sites, the Asia Culture Center, Mudeungsan and tteokgalbi.

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Getting to Gwangju

KTX and SRT trains reach Gwangju Songjeong Station in about 2 hours from Seoul; Gwangju Metro Line 1 runs from there into downtown.

KBeauty Wallet lists 103 places to stay, 246 places to eat and 57 clinics in Gwangju.

Gwangju: FAQ

What is Gwangju known for?

Gwangju is the largest city in the Jeolla region, known for the May 18 democracy memorial sites, the Asia Culture Center, Mudeungsan and tteokgalbi.

How do I get to Gwangju?

KTX and SRT trains reach Gwangju Songjeong Station in about 2 hours from Seoul; Gwangju Metro Line 1 runs from there into downtown.

Where to stay in Gwangju?

We list 103 stays in Gwangju, for example Gwangju Sangmu Hotel Ocean, Brown Dot Hotel Gwangju Sangmu, Gwangju Sangmujigu Hotel Making. Compare booking sites for your dates on each stay page, or ask KBeauty Wallet to book.

Are there clinics for foreign visitors in Gwangju?

57 clinics in Gwangju are listed on KBeauty Wallet. Clinics that may treat foreign patients are registered with the Korean government — check the clinic name on Medical Korea (medicalkorea.or.kr) before you book.

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