Korea’s Spring Festivals in April 2018

The spring flowering season in South Korea generally spans from mid-March to late April, which typically peaks in early April.

During the month of April, Korea offers a vibrant burst of spring blooms and a series of fascinating festivals and family fun, which makes it the best time of year to visit the country.

While cherry blossom festivals are the most well-known main spring events, there are plenty of events dedicated to spring flowers that are absolutely travel-worthy.

Here are South Korea’s 6 best spring festivals in April 2018 for you and your beloved ones to enjoy the best of the spring season in Korea!

1. Jinhae Cherry Blossom Festival

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Jinhae Cherry Blossom Festival or Jinhae Gunhangje Festival is by far the most popular and the largest cherry blossom festival in Korea which is held every April in Jinhae.

Boasting over 350,000 cherry trees lining the streets, the picturesque scene of thousands of pink and white petals dancing in the air over the Yeojwacheon Stream is absolutely a must see in your lifetime.

From Seoul to Jinhae, there are no direct train or bus connections and you will have to make several transfers if you travel via train or express bus. So if this is your first time visiting the festival, booking a shuttle bus package is highly recommended.

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Location: Jinhae County, Gyeongsang-do (southeast province)

Festival Date: April 1-10, 2018

From Seoul

• Seoul ↔ Jinhae Gunhangje Cherry Blossom Festival 1 Day Tour 
• Seoul ↔ Busan & Jinhae Cherry Blossom 2D1N Tour

From Busan

• Busan ↔ Jinhae Gunhangje Cherry Blossom Festival 1 Day Tour
• Busan ↔ Jinhae Gunhangje Cherry Blossom Festival 1 Day Evening Tour
• Busan ↔ Busan / Jinhae / Gyeongju Cherry Blossom Private 1 Day Tour

 2. Gyeongju Cherry Blossom Festival

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Gyeongju Cherry Blossom Festival is another popular and famous festival that offers breathtaking cherry blossoms where visitors can enjoy walking along the cherry tree-lined path around the serene Bomun Lake.

From Seoul to Gyeongju, visitors will have to take a train or express bus and make several transfers to get to the festival. So booking a shuttle bus is highly recommended if you want to take away the hassle out of your trip.

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Location: Gyeongju City, Gyeongsang-do (southeast province)

Best time to visit: Early April

• Seoul ↔ Gyeongju Cherry Blossom Festival 1 Day Tour 
• Busan ↔ Gyeongju Cherry Blossom Festival 1 Day Tour

3. Hwagae Cherry Blossom Festival

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Compared to the world-famous Jinhae Cherry Blossom Festival, Hwagae Cherry Blossom Festival has not received much attention worldwide. However, the festival is South Korea’s one of the best-kept secrets among the locals.

Some of the best highlights not to be missed at the festival are the ’10-ri Cherry Blossom Road’, a 4 km-long road of cherry trees in full bloom, and the historic ‘Hwagae Jangteo’, or ‘Hwagae Market’, where you can enjoy cultural performances and taste local specialties.

The easiest way to get to the festival is by booking a shuttle bus as there are no direct train or bus connections from Seoul to the venue.

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Location: Hadong County, Gyeongsang-do (southeast province)

Festival Date: April 7, 8

• Hwagae Cherry Blossom Festival 2018 & Ssanggyesa Temple Shuttle Bus Package

4. Gyeongpo Cherry Blossom Festival

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Take a stroll along the 4.3-km long path lined with hundreds of cherry trees around the serene Gyeongpo Lake and stop by Gyeongpodae Pavilion standing at the end of the lake. Built on a small hill right next to the lake, this traditional wooden pavilion is perfect place take photos and get a view of the whole lake.

As Gyeongpo Lake is located just across the street from Gyeongpo Beach, visitors will be able to and admire the breathtaking ocean view of the East Sea as well. 

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Location: Gangneung City, Gangwon-do (mid-east province)

Best time to visit: Early April

• Gangneung Cherry Blossom 2018 + Seoraksan National Park Tour

5. Goryeosan Azalea Festival

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When spring arrives in Korea, Goryeosan Mountain transforms into an out-of-this-world destination as the mountain blazes with vivid pink and magenta azaleas.

The annual Goryeosan Azalea Festival has attracted more than 400,000 people and the popularity is growing every year.

Besides the brilliant burst of azaleas in full bloom, the festival offers its visitors with other attractions including an azalea photograph exhibition and azalea pancakes.

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Location: Gangwha County, Incheon, Gyeonggi-do (mid-west province)

Festival Date: Mid April

• Goryeosan Mountain Azalea Festival 2018 Shuttle Bus Package

6. Taean Tulip Festival

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Recognized by the World Tulip Summit Society, Taean Tulip Festival is one of the world’s top 5 tulip festivals that takes place every year throughout April and May.

Featuring over 1.5 million of colorful tulips, visitors will have the chance to enjoy the gardens showcasing tulips of every color and size as well as beautiful floral displays of other spring flowers including canola, digitalis, and lupine.

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Location: Taean County, Chungcheong-do (mid-west province)

Festival Date: April 19-May 13

• Taean Tulip/Light Festival 2018 & Strawberry Farm Shuttle Bus Package

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Photo Credits
Taean Tulip Festival Official Homepage
Gyeongpo Cherry Blossom Festival Official Homepage