Spring flower festivals fill Korea throughout April, but their characters differ completely. Here they are compared in three groups: religious-cultural, horticultural, and nature.
Signature festivals by type
- Yeondeunghoe (Jongno, Seoul, late April to early May): UNESCO intangible heritage, free to watch
- Taean World Tulip Festival (mid-April to early May): a million-bloom flower expo, weekends sell out
- Hwawangsan Azalea Festival in Changnyeong (mid-April): a mountain-trekking type
- Icheon cornelian cherry and Jeju canola flowers: village and scenic spots
Best for foreigners
At Yeondeunghoe, the Traditional Culture Plaza (near Jogyesa, daily 13:00 to 22:00 during the event) offers lantern-making, temple-food tasting, and free hanbok rental in one place.
Guide comparing each festival's timing, transit, booking difficulty, and foreigner-friendliness