Explore the Cherry Blossom Festivals in Seoul
Seoul's iconic cherry blossom spots, such as Yeouido and Seokchon Lake, are welcoming the cherry blossom festival season!
However, heavy traffic can sometimes make outings a bit daunting.
Today, we will introduce three cherry blossom spots in Seoul that are accessible by public transport!
🌸 Seoul Cherry Blossom Festival Trip 🌸
🌸 Yeouido Spring Flower Festival (Yeouinaru Station → 21 min walk, 1.2 km)
🌸 Yangjaecheon Cherry Blossom Lantern Festival (Yangjae Citizen's Forest Station → 13 min walk, 920 m)
🌸 Seokchon Lake Cherry Blossom Festival (Jamsil Station (Line 2) → 9 min walk, 483 m)
1. Yeouido Cherry Blossom Festival
🌸 Location: 60-2 Yeouiseoro, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul (Yunjungno Cherry Blossom Road)
🌸 Dates: April 3, 2026 (Fri) - April 7, 2026 (Tue)
⏰ Hours: 11:30 AM - 9:30 PM
🌸 Admission: Free
The Yeouido Spring Flower Festival, representing Seoul's cherry blossom celebrations, has been held since 2005 along the cherry blossom road on Yeouiseoro (Yunjungno). With over 1,800 cherry blossom trees, including azaleas and forsythias, visitors can fully immerse themselves in the spring atmosphere.
🌸 How to Get There:
✔ By Bus: Use Line 9 → Exit 1 at 'National Assembly Station' → 6 min walk
✔ By Subway: Use Line 5 → Exit 1 or 2 at 'Yeouinaru Station' → 21 min walk
2. Yangjaecheon Cherry Blossom Lantern Festival
🌸 Location: Yangjaecheon Riverside Stage Area, Seocho-gu, Seoul (between Yeongdong 1 Bridge and Yeongdong 2 Bridge)
🌸 Dates: March 30, 2026 (Mon) - April 19, 2026 (Sun)
🌸 Admission: Free
Yangjaecheon is a prime location to witness the breathtaking cherry blossoms every season. The riverside walkways provide ample space for leisurely appreciation of the flowers.
🌸 How to Get There:
✔ By Subway: Line 3 or Shinbundang → Get off at 'Yangjae Station' → 15 min walk
✔ By Subway: Shinbundang → Get off at 'Yangjae Citizen's Forest Station' → 13 min walk
3. Jamsil Seokchon Lake Cherry Blossom Festival
🌸 Location: 206 Songpanaru-gil, Songpa-gu, Seoul
🌸 Dates: April 3, 2026 (Fri) - April 11, 2026 (Sat)
🌸 Admission: Free
Seokchon Lake offers stunning views of cherry blossoms along the lakeside, where you can enjoy reflections on the water alongside the scenery of Lotte World Magic Island.
🌸 How to Get There:
✔ By Subway: Lines 2 and 8 → Get off at 'Jamsil Station' → 9 min walk
With a 2.5 km walking path surrounded by cherry blossoms, it's a perfect spot for photography. At night, the walking paths are beautifully illuminated, making it an ideal time to enjoy the cherry blossom night view.
🌸 This year's Seokchon Lake Cherry Blossom Festival has extended its duration, allowing for a more relaxed experience!
🌸 Live performances and cherry blossom theater will be held from April 4 (Sat) to April 10 (Fri) at 2 PM at the East Lake Riverside Stage.
Enjoy the cherry blossom spots in Seoul with the provided public transport information!
Source :https://blog.naver.com/korea_diary/224238471067
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