Cherry Blossoms In Korea: 21 Magical Places To Visit In 2023!

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Looking for places to go to see the wonderful cherry blossoms in Korea? Spring is one of the best season to travel South Korea because everything is just come back to life! After finish the wonderful cold winter snow, now it’s time to look for a romantic dating spot to visit with your loved ones! 

In this article we will share to you the list of the best spot to see Cherry blossoms in korea. Make sure you read until the end to keep being updated and inform about Cherry blossoms spot in south korea.

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Cherry Blossoms In Korea

There are numerous beautiful places you can go to see cherry blossoms in all over South korea, including our most beautiful capital city Seoul. 

If you are considering what is the different between sakura in japan and cherry blossoms in korea, then it’s actually the same. What we need to know is actually another type of similar blooming trees on spring, namely peach and plum blossoms.

Plum blossoms looks similar but it actually blooms earlier than cherry blossoms trees. You might didn’t realize it  if this is your first time visit South Korea during spring seasons. However, if you look at up close, then you will see it’s different.

Most of the cherry trees in Korea are believed to be a slightly different species of tree than those in Japan. The Korean cherry tree, known as the ‘king cherry’ originated from Jeju Island, which is also the first place that the cherry blossom occurred in spring due to its slightly warmer climate.

Just to let you know that this King Cherry blossom tree is slightly different from most other types of cherry blossom tree because the blooms are huge, and they only bloom in full force for a couple of days at a time. Before you come to korea, make sure you have T-money, or Discover Seoul pass or korea rail pass to makes your travel easier, just in case you need it.

Spring Flowers Blossom in Korea

While most of us expect to see and enjoy Cherry blossoms during Korea spring, the truth is that there are other spring flowers blooming during the spring seasons together with cherry blossoms, such as Plum (Maehwa), Sansuyu (Cornelian), Canola flower and also Azalea flowers. Here are the expected blooming dates for all of spring flowers in Korea.

Region of KoreaExpected Blooming Date
Gwangyang Plum Blossom (Maehwa)Mar 6
Gurye Cornelian Cherry (Sansuyu)Mar 6
Jeju Island Canola FlowerMar 5
Incheon AzaleaMar 27

Korea Cherry Blossoms Blooming Date

Region of KoreaExpected Blooming Date
Jeju Island, Jinhae and Busan Cherry BlossomMar 20
Cheongju Cherry BlossomMar 29
Chuncheon Cherry BlossomApr 8
Daegu, Gyeongju, Hadong Cherry BlossomMar 23
Daejeon Cherry BlossomMar 30
Gangneung Cherry BlossomMar 29
Gwangju Cherry BlossomMar 27
Incheon Cherry BlossomApr 9
Jeonju Cherry BlossomMar 28
Nami Island Cherry BlossomApr 8
Pohang Cherry BlossomMar 26
Seoul Cherry BlossomApr 3
Suwon Cherry BlossomApr 8
Tongyeong Cherry BlossomMar 26
Yeosu Cherry BlossomMar 30

The blossoms of this beautiful cherry blossom tree started in the southern parts and then work their way up in a week. If you plan to travel to see blooms, plan on going south for a weekend to see them down there and then move up. 

Watch the weather forecast in case if there is a rain storm, as it might end the cherry blossom season early. The peak of Cherry blossoms is only last for two weeks so just keep going.

Where To See Cherry Blossoms in Seoul

If you happen to be in the capital this spring and wish to see cherry blossoms in Seoul, there are plenty of options you can choose to romanticizing this korea capital city! Here are some popular places and festivals to check out.

1. Ansan Mountain

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Ansan mountain is an easy hike mountain that fills with a lot of cherry blossoms all along the way. There is also a waterfall in central Seoul that you might never knew before. 

This area is well known for it’s aesthetic cherry blossom metasequoia trees photo spot. You can also go to Bongwonsa temple as you stroll around, it’s a beautiful temple especially during spring season in Seoul.

Address: 170-181 Yeonhui-dong, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul
How To Get There: You can use bus number 110A, 110B, 153, 7713, 7017, 7720, 7738, 567,

2. Dream Forest

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Dream forest is the fourth largest park in Seoul, surrounded by densely forested mountains of Byeogosan Mountain and Opaesan Mountain. Other than that, Dream Forest provides a variety of attractions, with an abundant amount of natural vegetation.

The Cherry Blossom Path here are really beautiful. In addition, you can also find some other attractions designed with traditional Korean architecture such as the Wolyeongji (Moon Reflecting Pond) and the Wolgwang Falls (Moonlight Falls). 

Address: 173 Wolgye-ro, Gangbuk-gu, Seoul
How To Get There:
* Subway Line 4, Miasageori Station, Exit 3 (10 mins by bus [Gangbuk local bus no. 09 or no. 11])
* Subway Line 6, Dolgoji Station, (6 mins by bus [Bus no. 147])
* Subway Lines 1 & 2, Wolgye Station, Exit 2 (8 mins by bus [Bus no. 147])

3. Seoul Palaces

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There are five grand palaces in Seoul, and they’re all great spots in Korea to see cherry blossoms! The five palace names are Changdeokgung Palace, Deoksugung Palace, Unhyeongung Palace, Changgyeonggung Palace, and Gyeongbokgung Palace.

Gyeongbokgung and Changdeokgung are great spot to take amazing photos, as the architecture is totally awesome and filled with rich history. The secret palace to see the best cherry blossom trees is Changgyeonggung.

The truth of Changgyeonggung palace beautiful cherry blossom tree is also awesome, first the Japanese planted cherry trees in Changgyeonggung palace during the period of Japanese rule, and that’s how until now, it has the most cherry blossom trees among the other palaces in Seoul.

How to Get to There:
Changgyeonggung palace is located behind Changdeokgung, It is best reached by taking a bus or subway to Hyehwa Station.

4. Namsan Seoul Tower

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Namsan Seoul Tower is always the best choice and must visit during your travel in Seoul areas as this place is actually one of the landmark of Seoul, South Korea. Other than being a landmark, this place is also great to see and take some insta worthy picture during cherry blossom peak in spring seasons.

Address: 105 Namsangongwon-gil, Yongsan-gu, Seoul, South Korea102 Daegongwongwangjang-ro, Gwacheon-si, Gyeonggi-do

5. Seoul Forest

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If you are introvert or prefer quiet place and avoid the crowd, then Seoul Forest is the best option for you! There is a lot of space and it’s still a popular destinations when it comes to cherry blossoms spot. You can take some friends, bring a mat and some snacks to start your own picnic experience here.

Address: 273 Ttukseom-ro, Seongdong-gu, Seoul
How To Get There: Seoul Forest Subway Station and take exit 3 or 4.

6. Kyunghee University

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KyungHee University is located in the North of Seoul, this is a really good place to take a picture of beautiful medieval style campus and cherry blossom tree. 

Address: 26 Kyungheedae-ro, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul
How to Get There: Take Seoul Subway Metro Line 1 or the Junang Line to Hoegi Station (회기역 | hoegiyeok).

7. Seokchon Lake

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I think you already see this a lot in drama or in your famous korean photographer feed as well as ours. This Seokchon lake located in the east of Seoul, exactly nearby Lotte world, the famous place known for it’s theme park and tower. It’s really easy to find and you can take a really beautiful pictures of cherry blossoms and it’s reflection on the lake. 

Address: 148, Jamsil-ro, Songpa-gu, Seoul
How To Get There: Jamsil Subway Station, exit 2 or 3 and walk straight.

8. Yeouido

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While Yeouido is most famous for it’s han river park, Yeouido is also famous for it’s Yeouido Cherry Blossom festival. It is also known as the Yeongdeungpo Yeouido Spring Flower Festival.  During the cherry blossom festival, you can see about 1,400 cherry trees in full bloom with street performances, food vendors, and many different entertaining exhibits which makes this festival perfect.

Address: Gukhoe-daero, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul
How To Get There: You can access the area via National Assembly Subway Station, or Yeouinaru Subway Station line 5.

9. Ewha Women University

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Ewha Womans University is a private women’s university in Seoul founded in 1886 by Mary F. Scranton under Emperor Gojong. This university is another best photozone if you are looking for some free location to take your beauty picture home. Other than great for photos, nearby this place there’s some trendy cafes and also cheaping youth shopping street for you who are craving for coffee and korean fashion stuff.

Address: 52 Ewhayeodae-gil, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul, South Korea

10. Yonsei University

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Yonsei University is a private research university in Seoul, South Korea. As a member of the “SKY” universities, Yonsei University is deemed one of the three most prestigious institutions in the country. This university has been featured a lot in many various korean dramas so it’s showed you how this university has been proven worthy to take some beautiful aesthetic pictures as you travel in Seoul.

Address:50 Yonsei-ro, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul, South Korea

11. Jeongdok Public Library

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Jeongdok Public Library is a library in Seoul, located in Hwa-dong, Jongno district. Little did we know that this place is also great for taking some picture with beautiful cherry blossoms during spring season in Korea.

Address: 48 Bukchon-ro 5-gil, Hwa-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea

Place To See Cherry Blossoms in Korea

Here’s some list of cherry blossom location throughout all over south korea that you can enjoy in 2022.

12. Jinhae

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One of the most famous places to see the cherry blossoms in Korea is the small city of Jinhae on Korea’s south coast. Otherwise known for its Naval Academy, once a year, in the first week of April, Jinhae plays host to thousands of tourists all coming to see the cherry blossoms.

The Jinhae Gunhangje Festival is held at the Jinhae Jungwon Rotary Intersection. In addition to the cherry blossoms, you can also see art and cultural performances or visit the Paldo Pungmul Market.

Address: Tongsin-dong, Jinhae-gu, Changwon-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
How To Get There: Take a bus from Seoul Nambu Bus Terminal directly to Jinhae. The trip takes around four hours and costs around W27,000.

13. Anyang Art Park

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Anyang Art Park is always gorgeous all seasons but especially during spring season as the cherry blossoms just beautifies everything it covers along the stream in front of the mountain.

This place is also houses various artistic installations which makes it more beautiful all around. However, in summer, you will find this place a little humid, so you can avoid it during summer if you have problems with humid air.

Address: 131 Yesulgongwon-ro, Manan-gu, Anyang-si, Gyeonggi-do 
How to get here: head from Seoul down the blue line to Gwanak Subway Station. Go out exit 2 and walk toward the main road. Take bus number 900. Get off, cross the street and Take bus 2-1 to Anyang Art Park.

14. Gyeongju

Gyeongju has not one but three cherry blossom festivals all around the city. Bomun lake and Dongbu historical complex, is located close from the downtown. You can find festivals with a lot of great performances and exhibitions. But if you prefer to be in the downtown city areas, you can see the cherry blossoms in Heungmu Park.

This is Bomun Pavilion, make sure you don’t miss this spot, this is one of the hotspot for cherry blossom in Gyeongju areas.

Address: Gyeongju, Gyeongsangbuk-do, South Korea
How To Get There: Take a train to Gyeongju

15. Gangjin

Gangjin is famous for it’s stunning roads filled with cherry blossom trees. It’s easier if you rent a car while you’re here as it will really satisfy your needs of cherry blossoms. Other than that, you can go to Nammireuksa temple which is also stunning during cherry blossom seasons.

Address: Gangjin, Korea
How To Get There: Take a bus to Gangjin.

16. Hwagae

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If you’re staying in Daegu or plan to visit Daegu during spring season, then you’re having good luck. There’s a cherry blossom festival just a stone’s throw away. Go ahead to ‘Marriage Road’, one of the famous spots for seeing cherry blossoms. Also known as ’10 Ri Cherry Blossom Road’, it has about 4km of cherry trees.

Address: Maekjeon-gil, Hadong-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do
How To Get There: Take a train down to Yeousu and then you’ll need to catch a taxi for the last 20 kilometers.

17. Gyeongpo

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Gyeongpo is becoming a  famous area of Gangneung, Gangwon region because of the famous Goblin Korean drama. It is well-known for its beaches, lake, and various festivals. In April each year, it’s a great destination in Korea to see the cherry blossoms. There are many pavilions in the Gyeongpo area, but you’ll want to head to the center of the Gyeongpodae Pavilion to see the blossoms. 

Address: 365 Gyeongpo-ro, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do
How To Get There: Take a train from Seoul out to Gyeongpo

18. Oncheon Stream Park

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Oncheon Stream is a sight for sore eyes – it runs through two towns, the Dongnae District and the Yeonje District, and it is surrounded by flowers and recreation paths on both sides. It’s a favorite hangout spot for many locals in this region. Oncheon stream park is really beautiful all day, I love it especially at night, as the light fill this park and lake with beauty.

Address: Yeonsan 9(gu)-dong, Yeonje-gu, Busan, South Korea

19. Jeju Island

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You can see Jeju’s King Cherry blossom tree in Jeju Sports Complex and Seogwipo downtown areas. Jeju King Cherry blossom tree is different with the other cherry blossoms, that’s why we called it King Cherry Tree. King Cherry blossoms treeare the largest cherry blossom petals among all other cherry blossoms tree. The peak of the blossoms is only 3 days, so make sure you don’t miss it. 

Address: Jeonnong-ro, Jeju, Korea
How To Get There: Rent a car.

20. Nami Island

If you want a romantic spot to see the cherry blossoms in Korea in 2022, then Nami Island may be your spot! The island is covered by cherry blossoms in the spring, making it a great time to visit.  Nami is a famous attraction in Chuncheon, Gyeonggi that attracts tourists, couples, and Korean drama fans. One of the reasons for its fame is because of a scene from the famous drama Winter Sonata (겨울 연가 | gyeoul yeonga in Korean).

Address: 1 Namisum-gil, Namsan-myeon, Chuncheon-si, Gangwon-do

21. Seoul Grand Park

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Seoul grand park no doubt is well known spot for enjoying cherry blossom trees. This site has zoo, amusement park as well as art museum. This makes Seoul grand park attract a lot of visitors with all kind of various interest.

Address (English): 102 Daegongwongwangjang-ro, Gwacheon-si, Gyeonggi-do

Sum Up

Korea is one of the best place if you are looking for romantic cherry blossom vibes. In addition, spring weather is really nice and adaptable for most foreigner, it’s just cool and perfect to visit any attractions during this seasons.

These are all the best place to see cherry blossoms in korea, which place you excited the most to visit in South Korea to see the beautiful cherry blossoms? Have you ever visit korea during cherry blossom spring season? leave us the comments below!

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