Pyoseon Jeju Herb Park: Herbs by Day and 3 Million LEDs by Night

Why 150 or so species of herbs and wildflowers were planted across the 66,115㎡ fields of Pyoseon

Jeju Herb Dongsan is a botanical theme park located at 170, Donoreum-ro, Pyoseon-myeon, Seogwipo-si. According to the area listed in the Jeju Tourism Organization's Visit Jeju guide, it covers approximately 66,115㎡, with about 150 species of herbs and wildflowers arranged throughout its gardens and small hills. It also operates an experiential tangerine farm covering 6,611.6㎡.

Pyoseon is an area where the gentle mid-mountain region of southeastern Jeju meets the coastal living zone. Rather than being a facility where visitors simply take a brief look around a flower garden, it is designed so that visitors walk among sloping gardens and experience herbs, tangerines, and nighttime lighting in sequence. The Korean-language Visit Jeju introduction separately lists the site as approximately 16,000 pyeong, with more than 180 species of herbs and wildflowers, so the figures may vary depending on the date and scope of the count.

From 09:00 to 21:30: Enter before sunset to connect the daytime visit with the starlight experience

According to the Visit Jeju guide, Jeju Herb Dongsan is open year-round from 09:00 to 21:30. The official website separately lists the nighttime Starlight Experience hours as 18:30–22:00 in summer and 17:30–22:00 in winter. Therefore, it is advisable to check before departing, as the seasonal start time for the nighttime lighting and the closing time for the entire facility may differ.

To see both the daytime botanical garden and the nighttime lighting, an efficient itinerary is to arrive 60–90 minutes before the seasonal Starlight Experience begins. Walk through the gardens and tangerine experience farm area first during the day, then view the luminaria and media facade after dark. The official introduction states that more than 3 million LEDs are used across a space of approximately 27,000 pyeong.

• General hours: 09:00–21:30 year-round
• Summer Starlight Experience: 18:30–22:00
• Winter Starlight Experience: 17:30–22:00
• Nighttime content: luminaria, media facade, and more than 3 million LEDs

Before buying a ticket at 170 Donoreum-ro, check separately whether the foot bath is included

The official website lists Jeju Herb Dongsan's main telephone number as 064-787-7362, while Visit Jeju lists 064-787-7362~3. The official website is https://www.herbdongsan.com/. Since prices for general admission and admission combined with a foot bath may vary by sales channel and season, this article does not state any unverified amounts.

It is best to check the conditions for the day by visiting the official website or calling before purchasing admission. A February 2025 review of a visit with a dog stated that online tickets could be cheaper than tickets purchased on site, but this was one visitor's experience and should not be taken as the current price list. It is easier to compare options after first deciding whether you want garden admission only or admission including the Golden Aroma Foot Bath.

• Main telephone: 064-787-7362
• Visit Jeju contact listing: 064-787-7362~3
• Official website: https://www.herbdongsan.com/
• Admission: May vary depending on the sales date; checking official channels is recommended

The Golden Aroma Foot Bath operates hourly, with the final session at 18:00

The English Visit Jeju guide states that the herbal foot bath program operates every hour, with the final session at 18:00. Even if you arrive in the late afternoon, you can still see the nighttime lighting, but if you plan to use the foot bath, you should arrange your itinerary around a session before 18:00.

The official website introduces the Golden Aroma Foot Bath as an experience enjoyed with herbal tea. However, Visit Jeju states that the soap-making and aromatherapy programs are currently unavailable, so you should not assume that experiences mentioned in older reviews are still offered on the day of your visit. The most reliable approach is to call and reconfirm the session times and prices, as well as whether you want to use only the foot bath or combine it with a garden visit.

• Foot bath hours: Every hour
• Final foot bath session: 18:00
• Soap making: Currently unavailable
• Aromatherapy program: Currently unavailable

Dog-friendly rules require a leash no longer than 2 m, and dogs are not allowed in the foot bath area

According to the Visit Jeju guide, small, medium-sized, and large dogs may accompany visitors. However, under the Animal Protection Act, a leash or harness no longer than 2 m must be used, and visitors must bring waste bags. If you are traveling with a dog, prepare a leash for walking through the gardens and waste bags before setting out.

Pets are not allowed in the Golden Aroma Foot Bath area. Therefore, rather than assuming that a dog can accompany one person while another uses the foot bath, it is better to inquire in advance about how this is handled on site. A February 2025 review rated the venue as a good place to walk a dog because of its spacious grounds, but this was a personal review from a specific visit date.

• Permitted dog sizes: Small, medium-sized, and large dogs
• Leash or harness: No longer than 2 m
• Waste bags: Required
• Foot bath area: Pets not allowed

A rental-car itinerary is practical for reaching 170 Donoreum-ro, Pyoseon-myeon

The road-name address is 170, Donoreum-ro, Pyoseon-myeon, Seogwipo-si, Jeju Special Self-Governing Province, and the official website lists the same address and main telephone number, 064-787-7362. If you are traveling through eastern and southern Jeju by rental car, it is easy to combine the site with Pyoseon Beach, Seongeup Folk Village, and the Seopjikoji area in a single day's itinerary.

Because no specific bus numbers, stops, or walking times could be found in the available official materials, public transportation information is left unspecified. Visitors arriving by car should call before departing to confirm whether parking is available on site and whether fees apply. If you plan to visit both the spacious outdoor gardens and the nighttime displays, allow at least 1.5–2 hours; if you add the foot bath, allow extra time for waiting between sessions.

• Address: 170, Donoreum-ro, Pyoseon-myeon, Seogwipo-si, Jeju Special Self-Governing Province
• Reference coordinates: 33.329810, 126.815079
• Recommended visit duration: 1.5–2 hours for the gardens and nighttime lighting
• Public transportation and parking details: Check through official channels or by telephone

Practical preparations for travelers who need foreign-language information and seasonal clothing

The detailed Visit Jeju page provides information in English, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Japanese, and Malay. The Jeju Tourism Organization's tourist information telephone number is 064-740-6000. Since the availability of multilingual on-site materials and wheelchair or stroller rentals could not be confirmed, travelers requiring mobility assistance should contact Jeju Herb Dongsan directly at 064-787-7362.

If you plan to stay until nighttime, it is advisable to bring an outer layer because the perceived temperature may drop after sunset. The lighting is best viewed after sunset, and the gardens include outdoor slopes and walking sections, so shoes with slip-resistant soles are suitable. References to viewing the scenery separately during the day and night, as well as viewing the lighting around sunset, remain in the title of a 2024 video and a 2019 Visit Jeju review.

A two-hour itinerary separating daytime plant viewing from nighttime lights

Spend the first 45–60 minutes slowly walking through the gardens and small hills, and check on site whether the tangerine experience farm area is operating. If you have a foot bath reservation or session, schedule it before the final session at 18:00. During the remaining time, wait for the nighttime lights to come on to avoid wasting time moving back and forth.

The official guide states that the Starlight Experience begins at 18:30 in summer and 17:30 in winter, so your arrival time should change with the season. Travelers who plan to leave after seeing only the daytime attractions may be less satisfied because the venue consists of a large outdoor area and focuses heavily on nighttime lighting. Conversely, if your schedule allows you to stay for at least two hours from around sunset, you can combine plants, the foot bath, and the lighting in one location.