Hesse's Garden

A relaxing nature-filled space to enjoy with your kids, Heseui Jeongwon

What is Heseui Jeongwon?

Located at 111, Hoguk-ro 550beon-gil, Jangheung-myeon, Yangju-si, Gyeonggi-do, Heseui Jeongwon is a cultural complex that brings together a beautiful Nordic-style garden spanning 10,000 pyeong and a variety of spaces. With flowers and trees carefully nurtured since 1973, nature-inspired architecture, and wholesome food, it is a special place where the whole family can step away from everyday life and relax comfortably in nature.

Main spaces and features

• Spacious and stylish garden

  • Located at the entrance to Bukhansan National Park, it is known for its fresh air and vibrant natural scenery throughout all four seasons.
  • In spring, cherry blossoms and many other flowers bloom beautifully. Summer is full of lush greenery, autumn brings colorful foliage, and winter offers snowy views.
  • With photo spots, lawns, old trees, and flower gardens throughout the grounds, it is a great place to take a walk with your kids or capture memorable photos.

• Diverse multi-purpose spaces

  • There is an Italian restaurant for enjoying a delicious meal and a cafe where you can relax at your own pace.
  • At the large pet cafe, Nature Dog, which welcomes dogs, you can watch children run around freely with puppies.
  • There is also party space prepared for group events such as first birthday parties, family gatherings, and outdoor weddings.

• Special experiences surrounded by nature

  • Healthy meals and drinks are served using fresh vegetables grown on site.
  • The architecture was designed to preserve old trees without damaging nature, creating harmony with the surrounding landscape.
  • Nearby attractions such as Songchu Valley, Jang Ukjin Museum of Art, and Nari Park are also convenient to visit together as a family outing.

Visitor information and tips

• Hours
  • Restaurant, Grill Huva: 11:00-21:30
  • Cafe Huva: weekdays 10:30-20:30 / weekends 10:30-20:30
  • Pet cafe: 11:00-19:00
• Closed days: Open year-round
• Admission fee / parking fee: None
• Accessibility: Very easy to reach, within 20-30 minutes by car from major Seoul metropolitan areas such as Seoul and Ilsan.
• Highlight: It is a place that brings everything together, from space for kids to experience nature and run around, to visiting with dogs, to family gatherings and events.

What to notice when visiting with your kids

• Wide lawns and gardens where children can run around freely in nature
• Great for nature learning, with flowers and trees that change with the seasons and can be observed up close
• Beautiful walking paths and photo spots for taking family pictures
• Meal options for children, including a la carte dishes and kids' menu items

MomMom recommended one-line summary

"This is a garden-style healing space where the whole family can enjoy nature, art, wholesome food, and even pets throughout all four seasons."