Spring is the perfect time in Korea: You get cherry blossoms, pleasant weather and an all around pleasant experience. With everything from the cherry blossom forecast in Korea to spring festivals, this guide aims to help you enjoy the season to the fullest.
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When Is Spring In Korea 2025
Spring season usually takes place between March to June, but you can expect to see cherry blossoms between end-March to late-April.
So if you’re planning a trip, that’s the best time to visit Korea for cherry blossoms!
Korea’s Spring Weather
The weather is the best part! Daytime temperatures can reach as high as 25°C, which is a comfortable temperature to most of us. However, the temperature can fall to as low as 1°C at night, so remember to pack accordingly.
It will be largely sunny, but there may be light winds and occasional rain in the early half. Prepare umbrellas if you can.
Tip: What to wear during spring. We recommend long sleeves, light-weight sweaters and long pants. Bring a lined or padded jacket if you can. If you’re sensitive to the cold, a thin heattech works too!
The weather turns warmer during mid-end April (closer to 25°C), with some reports saying it might be T-shirt warm.
Korea Cherry Blossom Forecast 2025
The cherry blossom forecast for this year hasn’t been officially announced yet (as of 17 February), but we have the 2024 forecast for reference!
Cherry blossoms usually start blooming from the Southern region to the Northern region, starting from Jeju in late-March before moving to Busan and finally to Seoul.
The time it takes for cherry blossoms to reach its peak can be as fast as 3 to 4 days, so add a few days to the predicted blooming date when planning a trip to Korea for cherry blossoms!
Where To See Cherry Blossoms In Korea
The highlight of spring are undoubtedly cherry blossoms (봄꽃)! These pink or white flowers are stunning in full bloom, creating perfect photo ops or a sight to enjoy.
They bloom all over the country and we’ve compiled a list of the best places to see cherry blossoms in Korea.
Seoul
Seoul has plenty of cherry blossom spots to explore, ranging from parks to traditional palaces!
Changgyeonggung Palace
Changgyeonggung Palace is one of Seoul’s five royal palaces, alongside the popular Gyeongbukgung.
The palace grounds also have cherry blossom trees, framed by a lake and traditional palace architecture. Great for hanbok pictures!
It’s quieter than Gyeongbukgung but just as grand, making it a good alternative to the former.
Changgyeoggung Palace (창경궁)
서울특별시 종로구 창경궁로 185
185 Changgyeonggung-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
Open daily: 9am-9pm
Nearest train station: Anguk (안국역, Exit 3, Line 3)
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Seokchon Lake Park
Seokchon Lake Park is in Jamsil, right outside Lotte World Amusement Park! The park’s walkway is lined with cherry blossom trees which are majestic in full bloom.
Their pink branches stretch over the blue water, making for a perfect photo spot. There’s also an annual Seokchon Lake Cherry Blossom Festival (more on that later) that you can visit.
Seokcheon Lake Park (석촌호수공원)
서울 송파구 잠실로 148
148, Jamsil-ro, Songpa-gu, Seoul
Nearest train station: Jamsil (잠실역, Exit 2, Line 2/8)
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Hapjeong
Hapjeong is a popular shopping-cafe area but is also a famous spot for cherry blossoms.
One street we found was Hongdae Sol Naegil Trail (홍대솔내길), located right outside Hapjeong train station! Other known streets we’ve seen include Yanghwa-ro 6-gil (양화로 6길) and Huiujeong-ro Cherry Blossom Road (희우정로).
You can visit one of the many cafes or restaurants along the way to sit and admire the blooms.
Check out our full list of cherry blossoms cafes in Seoul.
Hongdae Sol Naegil Trail (홍대솔내길)
Nearest train station: Hapjeong (합정역, Exit 6, Line 2/6)
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Jeju
Aside from unique volcanic rock formations and great seafood, Jeju has plenty of spring flower spots!
Here are some spots to see cherry blossoms in Jeju.
Noksan-ro
Noksan-ro is a 10km road along Gasi-ri Village in Seogwipo-si, also known as the flower road.
During spring, the road is coloured with cherry blossoms and canola flowers, making for one of the grandest spring views in Korea!
The only downside is that this road is slightly inaccessible so we recommend a KakaoTaxi or booking a driver.
Noksan-ro (녹산로)
For navigation purposes, enter ‘녹산로’
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Jeonnong-ro Cherry Blossom Street
Jeonnong-ro Cherry Blossom Street gets its namesake from the endless rows of cherry blossom trees!
It looks straight out of a Korean drama, with the pink flowers lining the roads. The place is great for pictures but we recommend coming earlier to avoid crowds.
Jeonnong-ro Cherry Blossom Street (제주 전농로 벚꽃거리)
삼도일동 721-14번지 제주시 제주특별자치도
528-17 Samdoil-dong, Jeju-si, Jeju-do, South Korea
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Samseonghyeol
Samseonghyeol is within walking distance from Jeonnong-ro Cherry Blossom Street. It’s a historical shrine dedicated to local Jeju deities.
The grounds also have cherry blossom trees, albeit a small number. However, they are just as pretty, especially when contrasted with the traditional buildings in the background!
Samseonghyeol (제주 삼성혈)
제주특별자치도 제주시 삼성로 22
22, Samseong-ro, Jeju-si, Jeju-do
Open daily, 9am-6pm
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Check out our full Jeju spring guide here for more places to see cherry blossoms in Jeju.
Tip: Spot other spring flowers. The springtime welcomes other flowers besides cherry blossoms. These include azaleas and canola flowers, which you can also find in Jeju!
Gyeongju
Gyeongju is a super underrated city for cherry blossoms in Korea. It’s a coastal city near Busan but also accessible from Seoul by KTX or a one-day tour!
The city is known for its rich historical artefacts and is home to some of the nicest cherry blossom spots.
Hwangnyongwon
Hwangnyongwon is an interesting building. It looks like a grand pagoda but doubles up as a hotel and spiritual training centre!
The streets outside Hwangnyonwon are the highlight. They are full of cherry blossom trees, which frame the pagoda perfectly. We can guarantee any photo you take here will look good!
Hwangnyongwon (황룡원)
경북 경주시 엑스포로 40
40 Expo-ro, Gyeongju-si
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Bomunjeong Pavilion
Bomunjeong Pavilion is home to a different type of cherry blossom: the weeping cherry blossom tree.
The trees are massive and their branches droop over the lake, making it look like a grand waterfall of pink flowers.
This was one of the most unique and majestic cherry blossom spots we’ve seen in Korea!
Bomunjeong Pavilion (보문정)
경북 경주시 신평동 150-1
150-1 Sinpyeong-dong, Gyeongju-si
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Daereungwon Tomb Complex
Daereungwon Tomb Complex is a historically significant site, home to many ancient tombs encased in hill-like structures.
The complex also has many cherry blossom spots, which you can spot while exploring the grounds!
One nice cherry blossom photo spot is along the Daereungwon Stone Wall Road, where the branches peek over the ancient walls.
Right outside the tomb complex is Woljeonggyo Bridge, Korea’s largest and oldest wooden bridge!
Just like Hwangnyongwon, you can capture it framed by cherry blossom trees nearby.
Daereungwon Tomb Complex
경북 경주시 황남동 31-1
31-1 Hwangnam-dong, Gyeongju-si
Mon-Sun, 9am-10pm
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Check out our full Gyeongju spring guide here! We highly recommend adding this as a stop on your spring itinerary.
What To Do During Spring
Cherry Blossom Festivals In Korea
Spring is a season of celebration and every city has its version of a cherry blossom festival!
Here are three you can shortlist:
Seokchon Lake Cherry Blossom Festival
Hosted at Seokchon Lake, the Seokchon Lake Cherry Blossom Festival has many activities along the entire park.
You can look forward to light installations, activity booths and more, with the stunning cherry blossoms as a backdrop.
The official dates for this year’s festival are not out yet, but it’s estimated to be held from 6 April to 15 April.
Seokchon Lake Cherry Blossom Festival 2025 (호수벚꽃축제)
6 April – 15 April 2025 (Estimated)
Location: Seokcheon Lake Park (석촌호수공원)
Jinhae Cherry Blossom Festival
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Jinhae Cherry Blossom Festival is known as Korea’s largest and most popular cherry blossom festival, and for good reason!
The festival activities are spread across the city, with cherry blossom spots like Gyeonghwa Station and Yeojwa Stream. Jinhae City boasts over 340,000 cherry blossom trees so you’re definitely in for a treat!
The Jinhae Cherry Blossom Festival 2025 will take place from 28 March to 6 April.
Check out our full guide for the Jinhae Cherry Blossom Festival here!
Tip: Book a day trip to Jinhae. It’s the most convenient way to enjoy the festival, with options from Seoul and Busan.
Jinhae Cherry Blossom Festival (진해군항제)
28 March – 6 April 2025
Location: Multiple areas in Jinhae City
Jeju Cherry Blossom Festival
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The Jeju Cherry Blossom Festival has activities across multiple cherry blossom streets in the city, including Jeonnong-ro, Jeju National University, and Jangjeon-ri.
The festival promotes a special cherry blossom species: the Jeju King Cherry, known for its large petals.
Some programs you can look forward to include performances and craft booths, or simply stroll along the streets and enjoy the blooms!
The official dates for the festival have not been announced, but it’s estimated to be during the last 2 weeks of March.
Jeju Cherry Blossom Festival (제주왕벚꽃축제)
22 March – 24 March 2025 (estimated)
Location: Multiple areas in Jeju city
Spring In Korea 2025
From cherry blossom spots to spring travel tips, we hope this guide helps you maximise spring in Korea! It’s a beautiful season that is sure to leave you with great memories and even nicer pictures.
Check out more activities to do in Korea:
- Exploring Ulsan In A Day: An Underrated City 20 Mins Away From Busan
- Jinhae Cherry Blossom Festival: A Guide To The Most Popular Cherry Blossom Festival In Korea
- 5 Spots To See Cherry Blossoms In Seoul: Parks, Palaces & More
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