There is a charming "Little France" in Paju City, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea. It combines European architecture, romantic gardens, and exotic cuisine. You don't need to fly to Europe to experience French romance! This place is a must-visit destination for K-drama fans and Instagram influencers. KINNSO has compiled a one-day trip guide to Little France, including popular attractions, transportation options, nearby accommodations, must-try foods, and souvenirs, allowing you to easily plan your day trip itinerary to Little France!
Introduction to Little France Village
Poeun French Village is located in Paju City, Gyeonggi-do, covering an area of approximately 160,000 square meters. It is a theme park with a strong French atmosphere. The entire park is divided into "French Village" and "Garden" two parts. The French Village has buildings modeled after France's Paris, Provence and other places, such as the Arc de Triomphe, the Eiffel Tower, and the Sacré-Cœur Basilica; while the Garden area is planted with a variety of flowers, offering different scenery throughout the year.
Popular check-in spots
There are many popular check-in points in Little France Village, which makes you feel like you are in romantic France and take dreamy photos:
* **Eiffel Tower**: Although it is smaller than the real Eiffel Tower, its shape is realistic, making it a must-visit attraction.
* **Fountain Square**: The largest square in the park has a beautiful fountain in the center, surrounded by colorful houses, full of southern French charm.
* **The Little Prince Planet**: A fairytale area themed after the story of The Little Prince, with airplane and fox installations, perfect for family outings.
* **Lavender Garden**: Lavender blooms from June to August every year. The purple flower sea is breathtaking. Sitting on the nearby bench to admire flowers and take photos, the romance index breaks through!
* **Seven-Colored Houses**: A group of brightly colored French-style buildings that are super photogenic. Especially the "Five-Color Wall" is the most popular, like a palette as colorful and brilliant.
* **Carrousel**: Little France Village has the largest carrousel in Korea. Both adults and children can't get enough of it.
3. Transportation
Little France Village is located near Seoul and has convenient transportation. You can choose from the following three ways to get there:
* **Bus**: Take a bus to Paju from DongSeoul Bus Terminal in Seoul, get off at the Paju City Outer Bus Terminal, and then transfer to a taxi or buses 57 or 57-1. Get off at the petite France stop. The trip takes about 1.5-2 hours.
* **Subway**: Take the Gyeongui-Jungang Line to Limjing Station, then take a taxi for about 20 minutes to arrive.
* **Day Trip Tour**: Many travel agencies offer day trip itineraries to Little France Village, including round-trip transportation and admission tickets, which is suitable for travelers who don't want to arrange their itinerary.
4. Accommodation Recommendations Nearby
* **Petite France Composite Resort**: Located right next to Petite France Village, it blends French and Korean traditional house styles. The rooms are comfortable and offer beautiful lake views.
* **Orakai Snow Peak Park Resort**: A 10-minute drive from Petite France Village, it boasts a beautiful environment, spacious rooms, complete facilities, and high value for money.
* **Poseo J Dormitory Youth Hostel**: Offers both deluxe bunk beds and private rooms, perfect for backpackers or budget travelers. It's about 7 kilometers away from Petite France Village.
* **Tan Yang Lakefront Hotel**: Overlooks the picturesque Tan Yang Lake and provides accommodations in a traditional Korean house style, offering a unique Korean atmosphere. It's just a 5-minute drive from Petite France Village.
5. One-Day Trip Itinerary Planning
* 9:00 AM Arrive at the ticket office to purchase tickets and enter the park.
* 9:00-11:00 Visit the French Village area, take photos, and buy souvenirs.
* 11:00-13:00 Head to the park restaurant for a French lunch.
* 13:00-14:00 Ride the carousel and enjoy the light show projection.
* 14:00-15:30 Explore the garden area, walk through the lavender field and rose garden.
* 15:30-16:30 Enjoy afternoon tea and buy souvenirs.
* 16:30-17:00 Take photos to commemorate and say goodbye to the Little France Village reluctantly.