Spring Breeze Travel! 2024 Cherry Blossom Hotspots Across Korea

Cherry blossoms are the flowers of plants belonging to the genus Prunus, subgenus Japanese cherry, and section Cerasus within the Rosaceae family.

They bloom throughout the temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere, including countries like Korea, Japan, China, Nepal, Taiwan, Iran, and the United States.

When three or more flowers bloom on a single branch of a standard observation tree, it is considered 'blooming'. When 80% or more of the flowers on the entire tree are in bloom, it is referred to as 'full bloom'.

We have compiled a list of the must-visit cherry blossom hotspots across South Korea, passed down through word of mouth.

Ssanggye-sa Temple's 10-ri Cherry Blossom Road in Hadong

Address: 59, Ssanggyesa-gil, Hadong-gun, Gyeongnam

The approximately 6.2km cherry blossom road stretching from Hwagae Market to the entrance of Ssanggye-sa Temple is a representative cherry blossom road in Hadong and is considered one of the most beautiful cherry blossom roads in the country.

Yeojwacheon Stream in Jinhae

Address: Jungwon Rotary area, Jinhae-gu, Changwon-si

Well-known as a cherry blossom hotspot in Jinhae, Yeojwacheon Stream gained prominence as a tourist destination after the 2002 MBC drama <Romance> featured the two main characters' first encounter on a bridge during the Jinhae Gunhang Festival. The bridge became known as the [Romance Bridge].

During the Jinhae Gunhang Festival in April, the entire city is blanketed in a sea of cherry blossoms. The cherry blossom tunnel along Yeojwacheon Stream is a famous tourist attraction. This cherry blossom path extends for approximately 1.5km along the stream, starting from Jinhae Station and ending at Pyeonggyo Bridge.

Museomcheon Stream in Cheongju

Address: 53, Naedeo-ro, Cheongwon-gu, Cheongju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do (Naedeok-dong)

Every spring, the 4km cherry blossom path along Museomcheon Stream, which flows through Cheongju from east to west and south to north, bursts into the three primary colors of spring: the fresh green foliage of the grasslands and willow trees, the yellow forsythia, and the white cherry blossoms.

Daejeong Lake Cherry Blossom Road

Address: Sinsang-dong, Dong-gu, Daejeon

The cherry blossom road stretches for a remarkable 26.6km, starting from Hoein-myeon in Boeun-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do, and extending to Sanseong-dong in Daejeon.

It was **registered in the Guinness Book of World Records in 2012 as the longest cherry blossom road in the world**.

You can enjoy the stunning cherry blossoms that extend along both sides of Daejeong Lake, as well as the beautiful scenery of the Geum River.

Jayu Park in Incheon

Address: 46, Jemeullyang-ro 232beon-gil, Jung-gu, Incheon

Jayu Park is Korea's first Western-style park, established five years after the opening of Incheon Port.

It's ideal for strolling, featuring a high elevation, a spacious layout, and lush forests.

It was also the filming location for the final episode of the 2022 SBS drama <Business Proposal>, where the two main characters walked together and promised to get married.

Soyanggang Dam in Chuncheon

Address: 17-1, Cheonjeon-ri, Sinbuk-eup, Chuncheon-si, Gangwon-do

Chuncheon, where cherry blossoms bloom the latest nationwide, is a recommended spot for late-season cherry blossom viewing and a popular day trip driving destination from the Seoul metropolitan area.

The 'Soyanggang Dam Walking Competition' is also held during the cherry blossom blooming period.

Another cherry blossom hotspot recommended by locals is the 5km cherry blossom road in Bugwi-ri Village, located in Buksan-myeon, Chuncheon-si.

Situated further north than Chuncheon, you can still see cherry blossoms in full bloom even if you missed the blooming season in the spring.

Gyeongpoho Lake in Gangneung

Address: Gyeongpoho Lake area, Jeodong, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do

The Gangneung Gyeongpo Cherry Blossom Festival, held annually in April around Gyeongpo, is a representative spring festival in Gangneung, attracting numerous domestic and international tourists every year.

You can stroll along the 5.21km Gyeongpo Lake, surrounded by cherry blossom trees and spring flowers.

Gyerongsan Mountain in Gongju

Address: 448-150, Donghaksa1-ro, Banpo-myeon, Gongju-si, Chungnam

The Gyerongsan Cherry Blossom Festival is a representative cherry blossom festival held annually in April in Gongju.

The Donghaksa area, along with Sinwonsa and Gapsa temples, is a representative cherry blossom cluster in Gongju, offering visitors a chance to experience the spring of Gyerongsan Mountain, making it a beloved destination.

The Donghaksa Cherry Blossom Road extends from the Park Jeong-ja intersection to the entrance of Donghaksa Temple, spanning approximately 4.5km. Over a thousand cherry trees line both sides of the road, creating a breathtaking spectacle of falling cherry blossoms. At night, the cherry blossoms illuminate beautifully, resembling snowflakes.

Jeonju-Gunsan Beonyeong-ro 80-ri Cherry Blossom Road

Address: 2188, Beonyeong-ro, Baekgu-myeon, Gimje-si, Jeollabuk-do

The Beonyeong-ro Cherry Blossom Road connecting Jeonju and Gunsan was built in 1908 by the Japanese during their colonial rule in Korea, with the intention of exploiting rice from the Honam Plain.

It was initially called the Jeon-gun Road (全群道路) and later, in the 1970s, about 6,000 cherry trees were planted, leading to its alternative name, 'Cherry Blossom Baek-ri Road'.

The 'Cherry Blossom Marathon' has been held annually since 2000.

Yeongam 100-ri Cherry Blossom Road

Address: Nampung-ri, Yeongam-eup, Yeongam-gun, Jeollanam-do

Every spring, a stunning 100-ri cherry blossom road appears along the path leading to the historical site of Wangin, the Baekje scholar and birthplace of Wangin.

Jeju Island: Samsung-hyeol, Noksan-ro, Noksan-ro Canola Flower Road, Jeju Jeon-nong-ro Cherry Blossom Street, Sinsang Park

Changwon: Yeojwacheon Romance Bridge, Environmental Ecology Park, Jungwon Rotary

Gwangju: Jungoe Park, Chosun University, Uncheon Reservoir, Family Land

Busan: Namcheon-dong Cherry Blossom Street, Daejeo Ecological Park, Minju Park, Oryukdo Sunrise Park

Jeonju: Jeonju University Cherry Blossom Road, Ajuh Lake Cherry Blossom Road

Daegu: E-world, Suseong Lake, Duryu Park, Ayang Bridge

Pohang: Homigot, Park1538 POSCO PR Center, Hwanho Park Spacewalk

Daejeon: Bomoksan Mountain, Yurim Park, Daejeong Dam Cherry Blossom Road, Chungnam National University, KAIST Main Campus

Cheongju: Museomcheon Stream, Sangdangsanseong Fortress, Jubong Village, Jogye Order Buddhist Temple, Miwoncheon Stream, Daejeong Dam

Seoul: Seokchon Lake, Yeouido Hangang Park, Namsan Mountain, Seoul Children's Grand Park, Deoksugung Palace, Jungnangcheon Cherry Blossom Road

Gyeonggi-do: Banghwasuryujeong Pavilion, Suwon Hyanggyo Confucian School, Manseok Park, Gyeonggi-do Provincial Office Road, Hwaseong Fortress, Everland, Gwanggyo Maru-gil Road, Seoho Park

Incheon: Jayu Park, Wolmi Park, Bupeong Park, Incheon Grand Park

Gangwon-do: Songi Park, Soyanggang Dam, Yeongrangho Lake, Gyeongpoho Lake

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