🌸 Best Cherry Blossom Spots in Korea (Spring Itinerary)
Spring in Korea is a breathtaking experience, especially when the country is painted pink with cherry blossoms. From March to early April, cities and towns bloom with these delicate flowers, attracting millions of locals and travelers alike. Here's your ultimate itinerary and guide to the best places to see cherry blossoms in South Korea.
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1. Jinhae Cherry Blossom Festival
📍 Location: Jinhae-gu, Changwon City, Gyeongsangnam-do
🗓️ Best time: Late March to early April
Jinhae is Korea’s most famous cherry blossom destination, home to the annual Gunhangje Festival. The Gyeonghwa Station and Yeojwacheon Stream are iconic photo spots featuring cherry blossom tunnels and petals floating on the water. It's one of the most romantic spots in Korea during spring.
2. Seoul: Yeouido & Seokchon Lake
📍 Yeouido Hangang Park: Western Seoul
📍 Seokchon Lake: Next to Lotte World, Jamsil
🗓️ Best time: Early April
Seoul may be a busy capital, but during cherry blossom season, it turns into a spring haven. Yeouido is lined with 1,800 cherry trees and Seokchon Lake reflects the blossoms around Lotte World Tower—ideal for a day-and-night visit.
3. Gyeongju: Cherry Blossoms & History
📍 Location: Gyeongju, Gyeongsangbuk-do
🗓️ Best time: Late March to early April
Explore ancient Korean history with a scenic backdrop of cherry trees in full bloom. Don’t miss Bomun Lake and Donggung Palace for magical scenery.
4. Jeju Island: Early Blossoms
📍 Location: Jeju City & Seogwipo
🗓️ Best time: Mid to late March
Cherry blossoms bloom earliest in Jeju Island. Visit Jeonnong-ro or Seogwipo downtown to catch a unique type of cherry blossom known as King Cherry Blossoms—large and fluffy pink petals.
5. Travel Tips for Cherry Blossom Viewing
- 🌸 Arrive early in the morning to avoid crowds
- 📷 Bring a camera or smartphone with portrait mode
- 🚗 Public transportation is often best during festival season
- ☕ Cafés near blossom spots fill up quickly—plan breaks
- 🧺 Picnic under the trees with local snacks and drinks
6. Korean Vocabulary for Spring Travelers
벚꽃 (beotkkot): cherry blossom
봄 (bom): spring
축제 (chukje): festival
사진 찍어요 (sajin jjigeoyo): Let's take a picture!
꽃놀이 가요 (kkotnori gayo): Let's go see flowers
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