Latest Fall Foliage Information! Best Time and Places to See Autumn Leaves in Korea 2023

As autumn arrives, it's peak season for stunning red maple leaves in South Korea. Be sure to make time to witness this breathtaking display of colors by checking out the latest updates and planning your trip! 👇🏻

Seorak Mountain, located in Gangwon-do province north of Seoul, is often the first place in Korea to showcase autumn foliage! So from October to November each year, a large number of visitors come to admire the vibrant colors. The surrounding area also features attractions like Cheonjeyeon Falls, Sinheungsa Temple, and Seongsan Ilchulbong Peak. After enjoying the fall foliage, you can explore these nearby sites as well.

For those who have watched Korean dramas, Nami Island will surely be familiar. It's the filming location for the popular drama "Winter Sonata," with its picturesque scenery. ~ There's also a famous Petite France nearby, which was used as a filming location in the drama "My Love from the Star"! Nami Island is only a 1 to 2-hour drive from Seoul city center. Aside from admiring the red maple leaves, there's also a chance to see ginkgo trees here!

Changde Palace Secret Garden is a highly recommended spot for autumn foliage viewing. Traditional Korean-style palace architecture paired with vast swathes of red leaves make it an ideal place for photos! Be sure to purchase tickets in advance on their official website to avoid disappointment.

Seoul Tower atop Namsan Mountain is a representative landmark of Namsan Park. Take a cable car ride to the summit and enjoy the views of maple and gingko trees lining the mountainside, painting it with vibrant shades of red and gold, creating a breathtaking panorama!

Beomeosa Temple, known as Busan's first ancient temple, is one of Korea's three major Buddhist temples. Inside the temple, there are many historical relics, giving it a very Zen-like feeling. Strolling among the ancient and elegant temple buildings, you can feel the atmosphere of history while admiring the beauty of the maple leaves. It will definitely be an unforgettable memory!