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Korea's 2025 cherry blossom season is expected to kick off first on Jeju Island on March 20. If you want to catch famous spots like Busan or Seoul's cherry blossoms, don't miss our blooming forecast — we'll walk you through Korea's cherry blossom hotspots and festivals, from famous viewing sites to hidden gems, so you can stroll the blossom paths with friends and family and enjoy the romantic sight of night cherry blossoms drifting down!
2025 Korea cherry blossom forecast ✨
| Region/Year | 2024 forecast | 2023 bloom date | 2022 bloom date | Historical average |
| Jeju | 3/20 | 3/22 | 3/25 | 3/24 |
| Daegu | 3/26 | 3/26 | 3/26 | 3/31 |
| Busan | 3/24 | 3/27 | 3/28 | 3/28 |
| Gwangju | 3/27 | 3/27 | 3/25 | 4/2 |
| Jeonju | 3/27 | 3/27 | 3/30 | 4/5 |
| Changwon | 3/28 | 3/28 | 3/27 | 3/29 |
| Gangneung | 3/31 | 3/31 | 4/6 | 4/5 |
| Seoul | 4/3 | 4/3 | 4/4 | 4/10 |
| Suwon | 4/6 | 4/6 | 4/11 | 4/10 |
| Incheon | 4/8 | 4/8 | 4/9 | 4/13 |
5 must-visit Korean cherry blossom festivals ✨
As last year's pandemic restrictions eased, Korea's cherry blossom season festivals came back in full swing. Let's look back at 2023's cherry blossom festivals — keep the dates in mind and watch for updated event info, and look forward to an even bigger celebration together this year as we witness the blossoms unfold!
| Festival | Dates | Highlights |
| Jinhae Gunhangje Cherry Blossom Festival, Busan | 2023/3/25-4/3 | - Originally commemorating national hero Admiral Yi Sun-sin - Special access to the Naval Academy during the festival - A 1.5km blossom-lined stretch along Yeojwacheon Stream |
| Yeouido Spring Flower Festival, Seoul | 2023/4/4-4/9 | - Seoul's largest cherry blossom festival - A pedestrian-only stroll, with Yunjungno Road fully closed to traffic - Azaleas, forsythia, and cherry blossoms all bloom together |
| Jamsil Seokchon Lake Cherry Blossom Festival, Seoul | 2023/4/5-4/9 | - Natural scenery along Lake Seokchon - Cultural performances and exhibitions |
| Gyeongju Cherry Blossom Festival | 2023/3/25-4/16 | - Kicked off by the Gyeongju Cherry Blossom Marathon - Combines culture with Gyeongju's historical sites |
| Jeju Grand Cherry Blossom Festival | 2023/3/24-3/26 | - Korea's earliest blooming spot - Jeju's own King Cherry blossoms - Markets, performances, and competitions |
Cherry blossom spots in 2 popular cities ✨
Joining a Korean cherry blossom festival lets you enjoy the charm of the blossoms while experiencing Korean culture too. DJB has rounded up two popular cities, so anyone planning to see cherry blossoms or visit Korea can easily add Busan and Seoul's blossom spots to their itinerary and immerse themselves in a sea of flowers!
1. Seoul cherry blossom spots
| Spot | Address | Highlights |
| Yeouido | 120 Yeouigongwon-ro, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul | The top pick for cherry blossoms |
| Namsan Park | 3 Namsangongwon-gil, Yongsan-gu, Seoul | Visit N Seoul Tower and enjoy blossoms along the hiking trail |
| Seokchon Lake | Jamsil 6(yuk)-dong, Songpa-gu, Seoul | Right beside indoor theme park Lotte World, with blossoms lining the entire lake |
| Seoul Forest | 273 Ttukseom-ro, Seongdong-gu, Seoul | The top spot for a cherry-blossom picnic |
| Kyung Hee University | 1 Hoegi-dong, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul | European palace-style architecture paired with cherry blossoms makes for a stunning campus photo spot |
2. Busan cherry blossom spots
| Spot | Address | Highlights |
| Namcheon-dong | Namcheon-dong, Suyeong-gu, Busan | A must-visit for spring in Busan |
| Dongdaesin-dong | Namcheon-dong, Suyeong-gu, Busan | Easy to reach Enjoy a quiet, low-key spring scene |
| Daejeo Eco Park | 2314-11 Daejeo 1-dong, Gangseo-gu, Busan | Canola flowers paired perfectly with cherry blossoms Layers of scenery in one single spot |
| Maedo Eco Park | 4390 Daejeo 2-dong, Gangseo-gu, Busan | A pink-and-white blossom tunnel before sunset A romantic escape from the crowds |
| Haeundae Dalmaji-gil | Dalmaji-gil, Haeundae-gu, Busan | The top pick for moonlit blossom viewing Stroll the blossom road hand-in-hand with someone special |
| Jinhae | Tongsin-dong, Jinhae-gu, Changwon, Gyeongsangnam-do | Korea's most spectacular cherry blossom spot The undisputed No.1 spring destination |
Cherry blossom viewing is one of Korea's biggest spring events, and the government also actively promotes its blossom festivals. If you want to share Korea's beautiful cherry blossoms with friends and family, don't forget to grab an unlimited, no-throttle Korea data SIM so you can share the moment in real time when the blossoms bloom~
There's also the option of a DJB Korea eSIM, automatically switching between multiple local carriers for the best connection, so you can enjoy an uninterrupted, blazing-fast experience. It's a virtual card, no installation needed, super convenient — let DJB accompany you around the world~
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