| Address | 142 Dodong-gil, Nam-gu, Jeonnam-Gwangju Special Metropolitan City |
|---|---|
| Area | Jeonnam-Gwangju |
| Type | Tourist attraction |
| Times | 09:00-18:00Last admission for indoor facility visitor center and exhibition greenhouse closes one hour before closing time |
| Closed | N/A (Open all year round) Visitor center and exhibition greenhouse are closed on Mondays, January 1, day of Seollal (Lunar New Year's Day) & Chuseok (Korean Thanksgiving Day) |
| Phone | +82-62-613-7864 |
| Website | https://www.gwangju.go.kr/envi/contentsView.do?pageId=envi295 |
| Directions | Naver Map Kakao Map Google Maps Google Maps has no turn-by-turn directions in Korea. Why |
Gwangju Arboretum was built on a sanitary landfill to restore the natural ecological environment by planting trees and creating convenience facilities. The arboretum preserves, manages, researches, and exhibits the indigenous plants of the region and provides visitors with a space to relax and connect with nature. Visitors of all ages can enjoy educational programs and forest commentary tours, making it a great place for families.
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Source: Korea Tourism Organization (TourAPI). Listing generated 2026-08-27 16:37 UTC; details can change — check the official page before you go.