Experience South Korea’s breathtaking cherry blossoms this spring! With perfect weather and stunning blooms, it’s the ideal time to explore the country through its famous cherry blossom festivals and tours. Whether you’re a photography enthusiast or simply seeking beautiful memories, these delicate pink and white flowers create the perfect backdrop. To help you plan your trip, we’ve rounded up a list of cherry blossom festivals and tours in South Korea. Read on to find out!
1. Jinhae Cherry Blossom Festival (Departing From Seoul)
The Jinhae Cherry Blossom Festival is a major event in South Korea, attracting over a million visitors annually. The festival, which stretches along the picturesque Jinhaeru Stream, is renowned for its expansive ROK navy base and the Yeojwacheon Romance Bridge, providing a dreamy atmosphere for lovebirds and photo enthusiasts. The festival is known for cherry blossoms, but is actually celebrating the Korean military and Admiral Yi Sun Shin, alongside King Sejong in Korean history.
The Jinhae Cherry Blossom Festival offers a magical experience from day to night. During daylight hours, visitors can immerse themselves in vibrant parades, cultural performances, and local food tastings while strolling beneath canopies of blossoms. As evening falls, the experience transforms as illuminated cherry trees create a spectacular display, casting a romantic glow across the festival grounds.
- Dates: Late March to Early April
- Location: Jinhae-gu, Changwon City, Gyeongsangnam-do
- The festival kicks off with a grand opening ceremony, offering a showcase of Korean art and culture, complete with traditional performances.
- The festival features tens of thousands of cherry trees in several noteworthy locations, notably the Gyeonghwa Station, where the “snow of cherry blossoms” is a sight to behold.
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2. Taean Tulip Festival + Strawberry Picking One Day Tour
Journey beyond Seoul’s vibrant cityscape to discover one of the world’s most spectacular tulip festivals in Taean. Each spring, the Kkotji Ocean Park transforms into a magnificent tapestry of colour, where over 300 species of tulips create an awe-inspiring display. As one of the world’s top five tulip festivals, this breathtaking celebration rivals the famous Dutch gardens, offering visitors a chance to wander through meticulously designed landscapes where millions of tulips paint the coastal paradise in brilliant hues.
Then the springtime journey continues with a delightful Strawberry Picking activity near Seoul, Korea! Explore beautiful fields, bask in the sunshine, and pick your own ripe, juicy strawberries. You can pick up 500g of strawberries through this tour. It’s a fun and tasty way to learn about farming, all while taking home the delicious strawberries you’ve picked!
- Dates: April to May 2025
- Location: Korea Flower Park in Taean County, Chungcheongnam-do Province
- Spend the day at Taean County taking in the mesmerising sight of the tulips
- Enjoy a leisure strawberry farm tour near Seoul and pick some strawberries to bring home
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3. Chasing Cherry Blossom & Spring Flowers One Day Tour
Immerse in the beauty of spring as the tour bring you to the top spots for cherry blossoms and vibrant spring flowers. Witness nature’s spectacle, capturing the essence of the season at every turn on this day trip!
- Dates: April 2025
- Locations for this tour are listed below:
Seoul/Gyeonggi:
Children’s Grand Park, Ttukseom, Seoul Forest, Yeouido, Yangjaecheon, Samcheong Park & Waryong Park, Bugak Skyway Palgakjeong Pavilion, Dream Forest, LetsRun Park Seoul, Kyung Hee University, Gyeonggi-do Office, Uiwang City Hall, Wangsong-josuji, Jayu Park, Namhansanseong, Gwanggyo Lake Park, Wolmi Traditional Park, Ilsan Lake Park, Goryeosan, Incheon Grand Park,Yeojwacheon Stream, Galsan Park, Gapyeong Eden Cherry Blossom Road, etc.
Gangwon:
Gyeongpodae Pavilion, Ojukheon House, Gangneung Namsan Park, Chuncheon MBC, Gongjicheon Amusement Park, etc.
Chungcheong:
Daejeon KAIST, Chungnam National University, Yurim Park, Bank of Korea Museum, etc.
The order of the drop-off spots may change according to the cherry blossom spots.
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4. Seoul King Cherry Blossom One Day Tour
Immerse yourself in Seoul’s most spectacular spring display with our exclusive King Cherry Blossom Tour. Marvel at the rare double-flowered cherry blossoms as they create magical pink canopies across the city’s most picturesque locations. From the blooming wonderland of Boramae Park to the tranquil waters of Misari Speedboat Park, each stop offers perfect photo opportunities amid these magnificent flowers. Balance your nature experience with modern comforts at the luxurious Starfield Hanam, where shopping and dining complete your spring adventure!
- Dates: April 2025
- Locations: Boramae Park, Misari Speedboat Park, Starfield Hanam
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