Uchi Park Zoo is at 677 Uchi-ro, Buk-gu, Jeonnam-Gwangju Integrated Special City, a public zoo exhibiting and protecting animals such as the Asiatic black bear, otter and mandarin duck. Korea Tourism Organization details updated in March 2026 list free admission, 09:00–18:00 opening, last entry at 17:00 and no regular closure day. The accessibility section identifies designated parking, a ramp to the principal entrance and accessible toilets. A ramp at the entrance does not establish that every path and animal enclosure is equally easy for wheelchair visitors. Check current maintenance and exhibit-area restrictions with the operator before travelling.
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- First published
- Oct 19, 2026
Gwangju Uchi Park Zoo: free entry but final admission at 17:00
The municipal zoo is listed as free, open 09:00–18:00, with last entry at 17:00.
A family visitor guide separating free admission from actual gate and access hours.
Before deciding to visit
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What we're seeing
Free entry does not mean visitors can arrive at any hour; check the 17:00 gate cutoff.
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What we still don't know
Temporary enclosure access, parking charges, slopes across the full park and wheelchair loan stock remain unverified.