An easy Farm Kamille and Cheongsan Arboretum itinerary that’s perfect for anyone who loves gardens. Families and couples will enjoy time together outside in organized nature.
About Visiting Farm Kamille and Cheongsan Arboretum
Farm Kamille and Cheongsan Arboretum are both located in Taean, a little over an hour’s drive from Pyeongtaek and Camp Humphreys. Both are outdoor locations and best for days with no rain in the forecast and AQI reading of Yellow or below. I have included weather and AQI information at the end of the blog so that you can easily check to see if today is the right day to go.
Both Farm Kamille and Cheongsan Arboretum are known for their picturesque, floral landscape. These arboretums are only a couple of minutes away from one another so you can easily visit them both on the same day.
About Taean-gun
Taean-gun (태안군) exists on the west side of South Korea in Chungcheongnam-do.
Taean-gun is a popular weekend tourist destination for those interested in a quiet weekend away from the hustle and bustle of daily life. The county (-gun) offers many things to do such as the Taean Haean National Park, over thirty different beaches, multiple arboretums, many museums, parks, and much much more.
Traveling to Taean-gun via public transportation remains difficult. Visitors may find it easiest to visit the county via personal vehicle or on a travel tour. Those wishing to visit the rural county by bus should allow many hours of additional travel time. However, those traveling by car may find this a relaxing trip with less traffic than in more developed tourist areas.
This Farm Kamille and Cheongsan Arboretum itinerary will take you to the beautiful Taean-gun countryside near the west sea.
Cafes On the Way to Taean-gun
The following cafes will make the start to your Farm Kamille and Cheongsan Arboretum itinerary perfect. I love to begin all my big adventure with a stop for coffee.
Inju Cafe
Hangul Address
충남 아산시 인주면 아산만로 1608
Beautiful country cafe, great for meditative escapes. They also sell passion fruit and other fruit syrups for those who like to make their own ade at home. Sweet and savory bakery items. Floor seating also available. English and Korean menu but they have to change the computer screen so give them a second.
Inju Cafe – Spacious Hanok cafe with indoor and outdoor, floor and table seating, and will not take you off your route. Opens at 10:00 and includes many sweet and savory bakery items if you need a quick bite. They also have pouches of chocolate milk and juice for the kids. There’s also a Korean restaurant next door and lots of parking.
Forests Garden Cafe
0507-1330-2992
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Hangul Address
충남 태안군 태안읍 송암로 578-60
Food and coffee cafe.
Supsogui Jeongwon – Opens at 12:00 on the weekend and 10:00 on the weekdays, closed Mondays. Save this spot for brunch, lunch, or dinner because while Farm Kamille and Cheongsan Arboretum have their own cafes, their food and drink menus are fairly limited. Supsogui Jeongwon is a lovely cafe with indoor and outdoor seating.
Stop 1: About Farm Kamille
Farm Kamille is an herb and tea farm so definitely check out their bakery, cafe, and herb shop while enjoying the scenery. Dogs are welcomed as there is also a dog play area and two pensions on location, a dog pension and a Little Prince Pension.
Farm Kamille
041-675-3636
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Hangul Address
충남 태안군 남면 우운길 56-19
Largest herb farm in Korea with picturesque views, camping site, pension, and restaurant Herbal teas, aroma footbaths Little Prince Pension and walk. Cafe. Petting zoo. Educational experiences, such as herbal remedy workshops. Event planning, such as weddings. Adult 8,000 Won Teen 5,000 Won Child 4,000 Won
Farm Kamille Map
The Farm Kamille Map pictured below provides a brief overview of the sights in English.
Farm Kamille Hours of Operation
Hours of operation vary depending on the season.
- March-November | OPEN: 9:00 am ~ CLOSE: pm: 6:00
- December-February | OPEN: 9:00 am ~ CLOSE: pm: 5:00 pm
Farm Kamille Entrance Fees (usage Fees
I grabbed an image of the fees as of 2022. Fees may change over time. You will notice that fees vary based on the time of year. The fees are highest in the summer and lowest in the winter.
Stop 2: About the Cheongsan Arboretum
Opened in 19990, Cheongsan Arboretum contains a wide variety of plans in a small and easy-to-navigate area. The arboretum grounds hold over 200 different kinds of wildflowers, 600 types of trees, and water plants such as lotuses and water lilies. Additionally, the theme gardens and walking trails provide easy access for people of all ages.
Cheongsan Arboretum has some of the most water plant gardens in South Korea. For example, the lotus gardens at Cheongsan will take your breath away. I would consider the lotus season the best time to visit this spot.
Cheongsan Arboretum
0507-1324-0656
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Hangul Address
충남 태안군 남면 신장리 451-1
Picturesque Arboretum with a maze and aquatic botanical garden. Red thorns in Spring. Iris festival in the Summer. Lotus and pampas festival in the Fall.
Cheongsan Arboretum Map
The following map provides a brief overview of the Cheongsan Arboretum. The map does not have English information, however, you can visually see the paths and get an idea of what the park holds.
Cheongsan Arboretum of Operation and Fees
Hours of operation vary depending on the season. Additionally, the cost of entrance varies by season.
Additional Cheongsan Arboretum
Popular K-Drama filming location, Cheongsan Arboretum is a beautiful location for flower, art, and photography lovers.
Cheongpodae Beach
Still in a sight-seeing mood? There are a few beaches in this area that are just a few minutes away. The beaches on the west coast of Taean are known as mudflats or tidal flat beaches, safe for little ones.
Cheongpo Beach
000-000-0000
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Hangul Address
충청남도 태안군 남면 안면대로 1296-26
This beach is shallow and long. Great for families and people with dogs. You can camp or find a pension or minbok for the night.
Nearby Restaurants
You may want to be aware that the area does not have a large number of restaurants. If you do not like seafood you may want to pack a lunch and snacks when visiting the area. If you do enjoy seafood, here are a few nearby restaurants to try.
Choga
충남 태안군 남면 안면대로 605-8
http://naver.me/xxJQBwAK – Menu options around W8,000. If you love Korean noodle dishes and soups. Definitely recommend for any time of year.
Wonsan Restaurant
충남 태안군 남면 신장길 8
http://naver.me/FArlhijV – If you love fried fish, the menu options here are around W12,000 and below.
Cheolgabang
충남 태안군 남면 남면로 98
http://naver.me/Gnqg4VPo – Seafood and jjajangmyeon lovers.
Places to Stay
Wanna make this a weekend trip? Here’s another blog with a few places to stay.
Should I go to Taean-gun this week?
Great questions. If you need to know more about the current air quality or the weather check the following information.
Current Air Quality and Weather in Taean-gun
Air quality and weather change throughout the day. However, having an idea of what the air quality is right now can help make decisions easier. You can download the Air Matters App for your phone to keep current on changing air quality conditions throughout the day. You can even set up alerts.
If you hover over the following Air Quality graphic you will be able to see a 3-day air quality estimate.
Remember that air quality changes around Korea. It may be poor quality in one area and excellent elsewhere. Checking air quality can be a great way to choose where to go, what activities to do when you get there, and when to be inside or outside. It also can help you decide if you should purchase and carry air filter masks for outdoor activities.
Current Weather in Taean-gun
For those that prefer the weather in Fahrenheit, the following report may help.
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