Petite France — Attraction in Gyeonggi

Petite France, a theme park modeled after the charming world of The Little Prince, somehow manages to capture none of the charm and all of the ennui of a tired museum exhibit. Nestled in a picturesque part of Korea, this park promises a French escape but delivers something closer to a yard sale at the French embassy after a heavy rain.

The park’s tribute to Antoine de Saint-Exupéry’s classic tale is, in theory, a novel idea. In practice, however, it’s executed with the enthusiasm of a supermarket baguette – bland and disappointing. The buildings look like they’ve been begging for some tender loving care since Louis XIV was a boy, contributing to an overall vibe that’s less ‘romantic French village’ and more ‘abandoned movie set.’

The staff, far from the fashionable Parisians one might hope to see, sport a look best described as early thrift shop. Not a beret or stripe in sight, which might have at least offered a whisper of France. As for entertainment, don't expect any delightful shows or charming characters wandering around. The only performance you might catch is from the gift shop attendant who delivers a masterclass in apathy, so engrossed in her phone conversation that you’d think she was finalizing the Treaty of Versailles.

Hungry for a snack? Prepare your wallet for a gourmet price tag on some decidedly non-gourmet fare at the kiosk. Overpriced and underwhelming, the food here manages to leave both your stomach and your taste buds feeling cheated.

In a way, Petite France does achieve something remarkable: it gives you the experience of visiting a vaguely European location without any of the charm or sophistication. The park’s only saving grace is the view – a breathtaking panorama that makes you wish you were enjoying it from any other vantage point. If you’ve never been to France and wish to keep your illusions intact, maybe give this place a miss. Or just go for the view, but keep your expectations lower than the...

I recently visited Petite France in Korea and was thoroughly disappointed. Despite the hype, the attraction fell short in several areas.

First, the location is quite remote, making it difficult and time-consuming to reach. Upon arrival, the first thing I noticed was the general lack of upkeep. Many of the buildings appeared worn and in need of repair, detracting from the charming, whimsical atmosphere they aim to project.

The displays and exhibits were underwhelming and felt outdated. While the concept of a French cultural village is intriguing, the execution was poor. There were few interactive elements, and the limited number of activities quickly became monotonous. Additionally, most of the signage and information were only in Korean, making it hard for international visitors to fully appreciate the exhibits.

The food options were another letdown. The on-site cafes and restaurants offered a very limited selection of mediocre food at high prices. This was particularly disappointing given the expectation of enjoying authentic French cuisine.

To make matters worse, the entry fee was quite high considering the lack of engaging content and overall poor condition of the park. I expected a more immersive and enjoyable experience, but unfortunately, Petite France did not deliver.

In conclusion, Petite France in Korea feels more like a neglected theme park than a vibrant cultural experience. I would not recommend it to others, especially given the effort required to get there. Save your time and money and explore other attractions in the...

It was about an hour away from Nami Island. Decided to do it back to back as it was along the way from Chuncheon back to Seoul. My friend said that there are tourist day packages from Gapyeong station tourist counter that includes bus ride for these nearby attractions, unfortunately i didnt know about it.

Petite France is such a lovely, cozy and quaint place! They have lockers just in front of the ticket counter if you wanna keep your luggage. Just after you enter, on the right they have the showtimes available for the day. I went for all 3 types of shows. The Orgel intro was mostly observing as it was all in korean so i didnt understand much. The Hand Puppet Theater was interesting. Though it was in korean too, i could roughly understand as the story they told was of Little Red Riding Hood. All of it was in korean but i still find it relatively entertaining and funny. The puppet shoe near the amphitheater is the best. It has no speech but all of it is just puppeteering so no language bareers here. Its exteremly funny and very impressive how they control the puppets so intricately.

The exhibits here are not bad however i have no real interest so i just had a look around, some where very impressive. The general area is very nice to take photos if you wish. They have a small cafe that sells snacks and limited food options if you're famished. Worth the visit because of the shows,...