Seasonal

Seoul King Cherry Blossom One Day Tour

Double-Flowered Blossoms & Late Spring Beauty
Duration08:10 – 6:10
Departs fromDongdaemun History & Culture Park Station Exit 10 · Namsan Yejang Public Parking Lot · Hongik University Station Exit 3
Adult₩84,800

Our takeWhat this place actually is

King cherry blossoms (*겹벚꽃*, 'double cherry') are the cheat code of Korean spring. While everyone chases the regular bloom in early April, the double-petal variety opens roughly a week later — April 10–18 most years — and lasts longer. They're denser, pinker, and they hold the color when the regular blossoms have already dropped.

The spots that grow them are fewer: Changdeokgung Palace's back garden, some temple grounds, a few named streets in Yeouido. We've built this tour around the locations that peak right as the regular bloom ends — so if you land after the main window, this is still the tour that gets you the shot.

Pro note: these are the pink puffy ones that most "cherry blossom in Korea" search results actually show, not the white-pink ones from the regular Somei-Yoshino variety. Different trees, different week.

About this tourThe tour itself

Chase Korea's rarest and most luxurious cherry blossoms — the "king" variety, also known as double-flowered or yamazakura blossoms. These full, layered pink flowers bloom later than standard cherry trees (late April), allowing you to experience spring's fullest expression. This expertly timed tour visits Boramae Park with its stunning display, the shopping and leisure experience of Starfield Hanam, and the serene beauty of Misari Speedboat Park where blossoms arch over calm water. Escape the crowded peak-bloom chaos of early April and discover the refined, abundant beauty of late spring.

GalleryMoments from this tour

HighlightsWhat makes this tour special

✨Witness King Cherry Blossoms — Eight-petaled, double-flowered blossoms in full pink glory at Boramae Park
🌟Experience rare late-spring blooms — Bloom while standard cherries have already fallen, offering peak beauty in late April
🍜Enjoy Starfield Hanam — Modern mall experience with shopping, dining, and leisure facilities
🌿Relax at Misari Speedboat Park — Serene riverside blossoms reflected in calm water, near-solitude compared to early-April crowds
📸Escape April crowds — While mass tourists flood early-bloom sites, you discover late-spring exclusivity
🎶Photography excellence — Three different settings (park, urban, riverside) offer varied compositions
🚌Bilingual expert guides — Staff explain rare blossom varieties and optimal viewing timing
💡Luxury spring experience — From abundant double-flowers to mall leisure to riverside serenity

ItineraryYour journey

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08:10 AM – Depart from Dongdaemun History & Culture Park Station Exit 10
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08:20 AM – Depart from Namsan Yejang Public Parking Lot (5 min walk from Myeongdong Exit 1)
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09:00 AM – Depart from Hongik University Station Exit 3
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09:30 – 11:00 AM – Explore Boramae Park (90 minutes with king cherry blossoms and photo time)
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12:00 – 2:00 PM – Enjoy Starfield Hanam (lunch time and free shopping/leisure time)
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2:20 – 4:20 PM – Visit Misari Speedboat Park (120 minutes riverside and blossoms)
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4:20 PM – Depart for Seoul
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5:20 PM – Arrive at Dongdaemun History & Culture Park Station
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5:30 PM – Arrive at Myeongdong Lotte Department Store
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6:10 PM – Arrive at Hongik University Station
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Times subject to traffic and seasonal bloom timing.*
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PricingCurrent rates

Adult 13+
₩84,800
Child 3–12
₩70,900
Infant
Free (no separate seat provided)

ServicesWhat's included

✓ Included

Round-trip transportation from Seoul in comfortable air-conditioned coach
Professional English & Chinese-speaking guide
Access to Boramae Park (no entrance fee)
Access to Misari Speedboat Park (no entrance fee)
Starfield Hanam admission (shopping/mall is free to browse)
Expert commentary on rare king cherry blossom variety and blooming characteristics

✗ Not included

Meals and dining (lunch on own expense at Starfield Hanam food courts/restaurants)
Shopping at Starfield Hanam (own expense)
Traveler's personal insurance
Personal purchases and souvenirs

FAQCommon questions

How much does Seoul King Cherry Blossom One Day Tour cost?
₩84,800 per adult. ₩70,900 per child (3–12). Free (no separate seat provided).
How long is the tour?
The tour runs from 08:10 to 6:10, typically a full day. Pickup and drop-off are at the times listed in the itinerary above.
Where does the tour depart from?
Pickup points include Dongdaemun History & Culture Park Station Exit 10, Namsan Yejang Public Parking Lot, Hongik University Station Exit 3. Exact times are in the itinerary.
What's included in the price?
The price includes: Round-trip transportation from Seoul in comfortable air-conditioned coach; Professional English & Chinese-speaking guide; Access to Boramae Park (no entrance fee); Access to Misari Speedboat Park (no entrance fee), and more — see the full list above.
What's NOT included?
Not included: Meals and dining (lunch on own expense at Starfield Hanam food courts/restaurants); Shopping at Starfield Hanam (own expense); Traveler's personal insurance.
How do I book this tour?
Booking is handled by MyGoodLife Tours — click the booking button above or below. You'll confirm the date, pickup point, and number of travellers, and get an instant confirmation.

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Transport
All the major King Cherry spots are metro-accessible. Changdeokgung: Line 3 Anguk. Yeouido: Line 5 Yeouinaru.
Entry / cost
Changdeokgung secret garden: ₩8,000 adult (reservations required). Yeouido park free.
Hours
Secret Garden tours: 10am, 11:30am, 1:30pm, 2:30pm, 3:30pm. Book a week ahead during bloom.
Skip these
The 'Yeouido cherry blossom festival' vendor zone — it's 80% photo props.
Alternative
Changgyeonggung Palace has King Cherry too, usually less crowded. ₩1,000 entry.
What's coming · 2026

Events, festivals, things to watch for

  • Expected King Cherry peak: April 10–17, 2026. Slightly later than normal based on late-March temperatures.
  • New section of Yeouido Park double-cherry trees planted 2023 will be blooming for the first time.
  • Changdeokgung Moonlight Tour (night access to Secret Garden) runs April 25 – May 3.

Beyond this tour

Things near here we think are worth it. Not all our bookings.

  • Seokchon Lake (Jamsil): Rings the whole lake with cherry trees. 2.5 km loop, runners' haven.
  • Yangjae Citizens' Forest: Quietest cherry blossom spot in Seoul. 15 min from Gangnam by taxi.
  • Inwangsan Hike: Behind Gyeongbokgung; mountain hike with cherry blossom ridge views of central Seoul.
  • Kyobo Book Centre (Gwanghwamun): Opens 9am, quiet cherry blossoms in the courtyard, coffee shop inside.

Korea in 2026 — what's coming up

The calendar everyone planning Korea should know about. Useful whether you're on our tour or not.

April 2026
  • Cherry blossoms peak in Seoul around April 4–9; Jinhae a few days earlier.
  • Jinhae Gunhangje Festival runs late March through early April — Korea's biggest cherry blossom festival, over a million visitors.
  • Seoul Jazz Festival, end of May at Olympic Park — line-up drops mid-April.
May 2026
  • Children's Day (May 5) — theme parks absolutely packed; skip Everland/Legoland that week.
  • Buddha's Birthday (May 25 in 2026) — temple tours are magical; Seoul Lotus Lantern Festival lights up streets for 5 days.
  • Gyeongju Cherry Blossoms are done by now — shift to spring flowers at Morning Calm instead.
June 2026
  • BTS Busan-area reunion event (early June) — expect Busan hotels to hit peak prices.
  • Hansik Day (June 6) — traditional Korean food gets spotlighted; Gwangjang Market runs a special all week.
  • Dano Festival (late June) — Gangneung hosts the oldest one, UNESCO Intangible Heritage.
July 2026
  • Monsoon season — plan for 3–5 rainy days per week. Indoor/evening tours win.
  • Boryeong Mud Festival (mid-July) — two-hour drive from Seoul; still one of Korea's oldest international festivals.
  • Busan Sea Festival — beachfront concerts at Haeundae + Gwangalli through August.