A Fragrant Healing Escape to Herb Island in Pocheon, Gyeonggi Province
Herb Island is located in Pocheon, Gyeonggi Province and is the largest herb-themed tourist farm in South Korea, inspired by Mediterranean herb culture.
Established in 1998, it spans approximately 130,000 pyeong (about 429,000 square meters) and features a wide variety of herbs, plants, European-style architecture, and beautifully designed gardens.
Themed around the Mediterranean lifestyle, Herb Island offers unique attractions and activities, making it a fascinating destination for visitors.
It is also home to the world's first Herb Plant Museum, providing an educational and immersive experience in the world of herbs.
<Herb Island Attractions>
Herb Plant Museum:
The largest indoor herb botanical garden in both Korea and the world, featuring over 340 varieties of herbs. With more than 250 types of herbs and various plants on display throughout the year, visitors can always enjoy a vibrant and lush environment.
The museum consists of three indoor exhibition halls (Botanical Garden 1, 2, and 3) and an outdoor exhibition area, including the Flower Garden and Waterfall Garden.
Healing Zone:
A tranquil area offering various attractions and relaxation spaces, including the Herb Healing Center, Herb History Museum, Herb Umbrella Path, and Sky Herb Farm.
At the Herb Healing Center, visitors can experience a variety of wellness programs, such as aromatic foot baths, scalp massages, herbal extract and aroma baths, and ceramic detox therapy using herbs and hay.
Each program begins with a personalized consultation and herbal tea tasting, followed by a customized healing experience tailored to individual needs.
Santa Zone:
A family-friendly area featuring the Herb Plant Museum, Santa Village, and a Mini Horse School, making it especially popular among visitors with children.
Venetian Zone:
Inspired by Venice, Italy, this area offers gondola rides, an outdoor performance stage, an herb castle, and a waterfall garden, creating a charming, exotic ambiance.
The Flower Garden and Waterfall Garden are particularly famous as top photo spots, offering a completely different atmosphere between day and night.
ragrance Zone:
A relaxing space featuring fragrance shops, herb cafés, and bakeries where visitors can unwind.
Sky Herb Farm:
Each season, the farm showcases a stunning display of flowers, including lavender and pink muhly grass. In autumn, the pink muhly creates a breathtaking scene, offering a picturesque setting with numerous photo spots that evoke an exotic atmosphere.
<Herb Island Experience Programs>
- DIY Craft Experience – Create your own natural soap, skincare products, herbal pillows, and herb candles.
- Animal Experience – Interact with donkeys at the Mini Horse School and meet adorable miniature horses at the Mini Horse Farm.
- Gondola Experience – Enjoy a romantic gondola ride through the canals of the Venetian Zone, immersing yourself in a charming European atmosphere.
<Herb Island Festivals & Events>
- Lavender Festival – Held during the summer, this festival showcases a mesmerizing sea of purple lavender, filling the air with its delightful fragrance.
- Fairy Tale Light Festival – A year-round night festival featuring a romantic display of lights that beautifully blend with the soothing scent of herbs, creating a magical atmosphere under the night sky.
Herb Island is the perfect destination for couples, families, and friends to enjoy together.
With a variety of hands-on experiences and stunning scenery, it offers a relaxing retreat for all visitors.
While the island is charming both day and night, the nighttime ambiance is truly magical, with breathtaking illuminations that create an unforgettable experience.
Be sure to stay and soak in the enchanting night view!
