Gwangju: Travel guide, prices and free housing · 2026

Gwangju, formerly romanized as Kwangju, was a city in South Korea. In July 2026, the city was merged with South Jeolla Province into a new provincial-level city called Jeonnam-Gwangju.

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Now in the cityGwangju+12°CClear night · sunrise 06:55 AMupdated 01:00 AM

EntryPick a passportThe answer depends on the passport.

Places on the map10

Exchange rate₩1,342.9per 1 $KRW — the local currencyas of Nov 2, 2026

Worth a day trip

Hiroshima≈ 3 hr 55 min · 22 hosts

Safety and health

Safety · official adviceour data as of Nov 3, 2026

UK Foreign Office (FCDO)No restrictionsNo travel restrictions in force.

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Updated information about submitting e-Arrivals cards when arriving in Korea (‘Entry requirements’ page).

Source: UK FCDO Foreign Travel Advice

US State DepartmentLevel 1Usual care is enough — no special measures.

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Exercise normal precaution in the Republic of Korea (ROK or South Korea). Large-scale demonstrations may occur with little notice, potentially disrupting transportation and other essential services. Tensions on the Korean Peninsula remain high. North Korea continues to conduct missile launches and other military activities that may increase tensions.

Source: US Department of State Travel Advisory

Source: UK FCDO Foreign Travel Advice · US Department of State Travel Advisory

Gwangju: Travel guide, prices and free housing · 2026

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