March is the month that marks the beginning of spring in Korea. As the warm sunlight thaws the land of morning calm after the freezing winter, early spring flowers start to bloom. Mountains and fields are filled with vivid spring colors. Finally, it is time for us to go on a day trip.
Check out Korea’s must-go spring festivals in March 2026 and book spring special tours in advance via Trazy!
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*Please note that the festival schedule may be subject to change.
1. Gwangyang Maehwa Festival
- Festival Period: March 13~22, 2026
Located in Korea’s southwestern province of Jeollanam-do, Gwangyang Maehwa Village is famous for its beautiful apricot trees. With the white Maehwa (apricot flowers or plum blossoms) all around the village, it looks as though white snow has blanketed the whole village on the hillside.
Maehwa, the first spring flower to bloom in Korea, surely will help you quench your thirst for long-awaited spring flowers. Visit the Gwangyang International Maehwa Festival for a nice spring excursion. Stroll beneath Maehwa trees, taste local Gwangyang food, and also take a tour of the nearby Jeonju Hanok Village!
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- Gwangyang Plum Blossom (Maehwa) Festival & Jeonju Hanok Village – from Seoul (Mar 9~20)
- Jeonju Hanok Village & Gwangyang Maehwa/ Donghaksa Temple/ Maisan Mountain Cherry Blossom Festival – from Seoul (Mar 13~Apr 20)
2. Gurye Sansuyu Festival
- Festival Period: March 14~22, 2026
From late March, the sansuyu (cornelian cherry) trees start decorating Gurye with their bright yellow flowers.
The Gurye Sansuyu Festival is an annual festival held at the base of Jirisan Mountain, located in the Jeollanam-do Province, where you can see the beautiful, bright yellow sansuyu flowers in full bloom.
You can also visit the nearby Hwaeomsa Temple. It is one of the 10 most famous temples in Korea and a must-visit temple for those who want to relax their minds in the quiet temple and learn about the history of Korea’s Buddhism.
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3. Canola Flowers in Jeju Island
- Peak Season: March~April
- Jeonnong-ro Cherry Blossom Festival: March 28~30, 2025 (2026 TBA)
- Hueree Canola Flower Festival: November 15~March 31, 2026
From March to April every year, Jeju Island dresses up in yellow with canola flowers in full bloom. The spring beauty of Jeju Island with these vivid yellow flowers fascinates visitors from all over the world. The famous canola flower spots include Sanbangsan Mountain, Hueree Natural Park, and Seojikoji Hills.
By hiring a taxi & a driver, you can visit the best spots to enjoy Jeju’s canola fields, as Jeju’s public transportation system isn’t as convenient as the one in the big cities.
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- Jeju Island Cherry Blossom & Canola Flower Taxi / Van Tour (Mar 20~Apr 10)
- Jeju Island Cherry Bossom & Canola Flower Package – Flight + Private Tour (+ Hotel option) (Mar 20~Apr 10)
- Jeju Spring Cherry Blossom 1 Day Tour (East/ South & West Course)
4. Garden of Morning Calm Light Festival
- Festival Period: December 5, 2025~March 15, 2026
March is your last chance to visit the Garden of Morning Calm Light Festival! The Garden of Morning Calm Light Festival, also known as the Light Festival, is an annual winter event held at the Garden of Morning Calm in Gapyeong. The festival transforms the expansive garden into a mesmerizing winter wonderland with thousands of colorful lights and artistic displays.
It’s only until March 15th, so don’t miss out on the awesome opportunity to join a tour to the Garden of Morning Calm Light Festival!
If you visit the Garden of Morning Calm during the daytime, you’ll get to enjoy beautiful spring flowers with a warm spring breeze. It’s definitely worth a visit!
Check out hassle-free 1-day tours to the Garden of Morning Calm from Seoul!
5. Jinhae Cherry Blossom Festival
- Festival Period: March 27~April 5, 2026
Jinhae Cherry Blossom Festival, also known as Jinhae Gunhangje Festival, is the most popular and largest cherry blossom festival in Korea.
One of the must-sees of the festival is the Yeojwacheon Stream. Over 350,000 Cherry blossoms line both sides of it and form a romantic pinky tunnel. The Romance Bridge will be illuminated in the evening, and you will feel a different atmosphere from the daytime.
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- Jinhae Cherry Blossom 1 Day Tour – from Seoul/Busan (Mar 23~Apr 12)
- Jinhae Cherry Blossom 1 Day Tour (+ Transfer option) – from Seoul/Busan (Mar 23~Apr 12)
- Jinhae Cherry Blossom Festival Evening Tour – from Busan (Mar 27~Apr 6)
- 2D1N Busan & Jinhae Tour Package – from Seoul (Round-trip KTX tickets included) (Mar 27~Apr 6)
- Jinhae Cherry Blossom 1 Day Tour from Seoul (Mar 27~Apr 5) (Join-in/ Private)
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- Jinhae Cherry Blossom Festival Private Tour – from Seoul (Mar 27~Apr 6)
- Jinhae Cherry Blossom Private Tour – from Busan (Mar 27~Apr 5)
6. Daegu E-World Cherry Blossom Festival
- Festival Period: March 21~April 5, 2026
The best cherry blossom spot in Daegu is definitely Daegu E-World, the second-largest theme park and filming location of many K-dramas and Korean TV shows. Not only you can enjoy the thrilling rides, but you can also appreciate the lovely cherry blossoms from the 83 Tower Observatory. You can book your tickets at the best price on Trazy!
The cherry blossoms at Daegu E-World take on an even more enchanting beauty in the evening, illuminated by dazzling lights.
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- Daegu E-World & 83 Tower Observatory Discount Ticket
- Blueline Park Sky Capsule & Cherry Blossom 1 Day Tour (Busan ↔ Vicinities, Mar 23~Apr 10)
7. Hwagae Cherry Blossom Festival
- Festival Period: March 27~29, 2026
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Compared to the world-famous Jinhae Cherry Blossom Festival, the 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.
One of the best highlights not to be missed at the festival is the ’10-RI Cherry Blossom Road’, a 4 km-long road of cherry trees in full bloom. Also, the historic Hwagae Market, where you can enjoy cultural performances and taste local specialties, is a must-visit.
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8. Hyeonchungsa Plum Blossom Festival
- Festival Period: March 1~3, 2025 (2026 TBA)
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The Hyeonchungsa Plum Blossom Festival is a beautiful spring event held at Hyeonchungsa Shrine, which is dedicated to the Joseon-era admiral Yi Sun-sin. Visitors can enjoy views of bright pink plum blossoms in full bloom at this festival. As plum blossoms are among the first flowers to bloom in spring, this festival marks the beginning of the spring flower viewing season in Korea!
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- Jeonju Hanok Village & Hyeonchungsa Plum Blossom Festival/ Wansan Park/ Gakwonsa Temple 1 Day Tour – from Seoul (Mar 13~Apr 20)
- Jeonju Hanok Village & Cherry Blossom Hunting 1 Day Tour – from Seoul
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- Jeonju Hanok Village 1 Day Private Tour from Seoul
- Jeonju Hanok Village KTX Package from Seoul (1 Day/ 2D1N)
- Jeonju Hanok Village Self-guide Tour Package from Seoul (1 Day/ 2D1N)
Check Out More Spring Tours in Korea & Book Early!
- Suwon Cherry Blossoms & Hwaseong Fortress Evening Tour from Seoul (Apr 3~15)
- Bucheon Wonmisan Azalea & Cherry Blossom Festival + Gwangmyeong Cave Afternoon Tour – from Seoul (Apr 1~15)
- Nami Island + Eden Cherry Blossom (+ Gangchon Rail Bike/ Alpaca World) 1 Day Tour – from Seoul (Apr 5~25)
- Taean Tulip Festival & Strawberry Picking 1 Day Tour – from Seoul (Apr 10~May 3)
Read More Spring Special Blogs for Your Spring Trip!
- Spring in Korea: Cherry Blossom Korea Forecast
- Spring in the Air: All About Spring Flowers in Korea
- Best Places for a Spring Day Trip from Seoul
- Korea’s Best Spring Festivals in April
Check out spring special tours on Trazy.com, Korea’s #1 Travel Shop, for more spring getaways and travel ideas in Korea!
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I have been to the Cherry Blossom Festival in Yeouido. It was worth it. It was in April, though.
I love Spring in Korea!