Text by MOOK Scenic Spots Travel Life Network Editorial Team
To admire Seoul’s spring scenery, there’s no need to venture to the suburbs or mountains—there are plenty of great places to enjoy the season right in the conveniently accessible city center. Hidden within the metropolis are vibrant streets bursting with spring colors. Below, we’ve compiled eight must-visit cherry blossom spots. If you’re planning a trip to Seoul soon, why not plan a simple blossom-viewing getaway?
Visitors enjoying the blossoms at Seoul Children's Grand Park, where cherry trees are in full bloom. (Photo credit: Korea Tourism Organization)
◎ Seoul Forest
Seoul Forest is a representative park in Seoul. In spring, the cherry trees in its ecological forest burst into bloom, attracting many blossom-viewing visitors who come to stroll or have picnics under the flowers. Don’t miss the colorful blooms in the Gallery Garden, or the fluttering butterflies in the Butterfly Garden near the Insect & Plant Garden. You can also try feeding the sika deer in the ecological forest.
Cherry blossoms line the pathways throughout Seoul Forest. (Photo credit: Korea Tourism Organization)
Address: 273, Dorocheon-ro, Seongdong-gu, Seoul
Transportation: Exit 3 of Seoul Forest Station on Seoul Subway Line Bundang, about a 300-meter walk
◎ Seoul Children's Grand Park
Seoul Children's Grand Park is home to many large, old cherry trees, making it considered one of the most beautiful parks during cherry blossom season. With a zoo and botanical garden also within the park, it’s a great spring outing spot for all ages. Stroll around the park, and if you get tired or hungry, there are plenty of snack vendors and fast-food eateries where you can sit and dine.
People enjoying the spring atmosphere on the grass. (Photo credit: Korea Tourism Organization)
Address: 216, Seongneung-ro, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul
Transportation: Exit 1 of Children's Grand Park Station on Seoul Subway Line 7
Opening Hours: 05:00–22:00
◎ Seokchon Lake
Including the cherry blossoms along the lake, a total of 300,000 wildflowers are planted here, creating breathtaking spring scenery. Especially noteworthy is the west lake of Seokchon Lake, which connects to Lotte World, offering a fairytale-like landscape. When the flowers are in full bloom, the surrounding walking paths become crowded, adding a lively “human touch” to the serene natural surroundings.
The entire Seokchon Lake area is surrounded by cherry blossom trees. (Photo credit: Korea Tourism Organization)
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