Here is brief guide to the herbs which suit the three main light conditions. Most of the herbs will be happy in a sunny spot, but some will tolerate shade as well.
Herbs that love an especially sunny, well drained spot
Thyme
Rosemary
All the culinary sages and ornamental salvias.
Artemisia
Lavender
Pelargoniums
Myrtle
Basil
Bay
Hyssop
All the culinary herbs on this list will have a far superior flavour when grown in a sunny spot.