The Comfort Women Memorial in Seoul honors and remembers the women who were victims of sexual abuse by Japanese armed forces. The memorial serves to educate visitors about the history and issues relating to comfort women. There are two memorial sculptures, the "Eye of the World" and the "Navel of the World" at the memorial site. The "Eye of the World" is inscribed with the names and testimonials of 247 comfort women. (1 minute walk from Seoul Youth Hostel)

Namsan Seoul Tower was built in 1969 as Korea's first integrated transmission tower beaming television and radio broadcasts across the capital. Since opening to the public in 1980, it has become a much-loved Seoul landmark. The tower's main attractions include multi-colored digital art projected onto the tower at night, a digital observatory, a roof terrace, the HanCook restaurant, the n.Grill restaurant, and the Haneul (Sky) Restroom. (15 minutes walk from Seoul Youth Hostel to the cable car ticket office)

Namsangol Hanok Village is a collection of five hanok (traditional Korean houses) from the Joseon Dynasty (1392-1910), recovered from different parts of the city and relocated to the northern foot of Namsan Mountain. At the hanok village, international visitors can participate in traditional Korean activities such as archery and enjoy traditional Korean performances as well. Anyone who is curious about Korean wedding culture should visit the village on the weekend when traditional wedding ceremonies take place. (10 minutes walk from Seoul Youth Hostel)

Myeongdong is Seoul’s shopping mecca and is a must-see for tourists, but it is not just a shopping destination; Myeongdong is also a hub of commerce, banking and culture with a daytime population of 1.5-2 million. For shoppers there is a mixture of street stalls and retail outlets selling everything from high fashion to casual attire, as well as many Korean cosmetics stores offering high-quality products at competitive prices. (10 minutes walk from Seoul Youth Hostel)

DDP is a multi-cultural complex located at Dongdaemun History & Culture Park Station in Seoul, Korea. Since its foundation on March 21, 2014, DDP has staged diverse cultural events including exhibitions, fashion shows, product launch shows, forums, conferences and various cultural events. DDP is where new design trends begin and cultures are exchanged. (10 minutes by car)

The An Jung-geun Memorial Hall was established to memorialize the Korean patriot An Jung-geun. An fought for Korean independence from Japan and was ultimately executed by Japanese authorities for assassinating Ito Hirobumi who was a major force behind the Japanese annexation of Korea. in 1909. The memorial hall is composed of 12 exhibition halls and galleries, an auditorium, a reference library, and a rest area. (20 minutes walk from Seoul Youth Hostel)

Myeong-dong Cathedral, situated in the heart of downtown Seoul, is both the Cathedral Church for the Archdiocese of Seoul and has become a symbol of the presence of the Catholic Church in Korea. In the 1970’s and 1980’s, Myeong-dong Cathedral became a focal point for the democratic movement in Korea and has played an important role in the expansion of human rights. It is the first brick church in Korea built in the Gothic style and designated historic spot No. 258, the Myeong-dong Church has significant historical value embedded in its architecture. (15 minutes walk from Seoul Youth Hostel)

Cheonggyecheon is a stream with 10.84km in length and the gross area is 59.83㎢. It is a world-class attraction located in the heart of the city, and is a place of relaxation for Seoul citizens, both in name and reality. It is home to the eight scenic spots of Cheonggye, including Cheonggye Plaza, the center of various cultural events, the Night Digital Canvas, and Jeongjo Banchado Island. It was designed to create a beautiful appearance through a nature-friendly ecological environment and the meeting of light and water, providing a variety of attractions. (20 minutes walk from Seoul Youth Hostel)

Insa-dong, which has been the center of Joseon art activities since the early Joseon Dynasty and has established itself as an antique street, is a valuable space in the city where old but precious traditional items are exchanged. While the entertainment here is free, Insa-dong is also one of the best places in Seoul to purchase traditional Korean art, products, and other souvenirs, as it is filled with antique shops, art galleries, traditional stationery shops, handicraft shops, pottery and porcelain shops, bookstores, and art supply stores. Insa-dong is also home to many traditional restaurants and tea houses.(10 minutes by car from Seoul Youth Hostel)

Sungnyemun Gate (Namdaemun) is one of Seoul's historic Four Great Gates and it was designated National Treasure no. 1 by the Korean government in 1962. Though its official name is Sungnyemun, it is also popularly known as Namdaemun Gate due to its location at what was once the southern end of Seoul. The gate is Seoul's oldest wooden structure but on Feb. 10th, 2008, much of the gate's wooden structure was destroyed by fire. Following several years of restorative work, Sungnyemun Gate can now be enjoyed in all its glory. (15 minutes by car from Seoul Youth Hostel)

Gyeongbokgung Palace was the first and largest of the royal palaces built during the Joseon Dynasty. Built in 1395, Gyeongbokgung Palace was located at the heart of the newly appointed capital of Seoul (then known as Hanyang) and represented the sovereignty of the Joseon Dynasty. The largest of the Five Grand Palaces, Gyeongbokgung served as the main palace of the Joseon Dynasty. Visitors to here can also visit the National Palace Museum of Korea and the National Folk Museum of Korea as they are located on the palace grounds.(20 minutes by car from Seoul Youth Hostel)

Changdeokgung Palace is the second UNESCO World Heritage Site in Seoul. It was selected as a representative palace for its notable beauty in the history of palace architecture in East Asia and for its excellent arrangement with the surrounding naturalenvironment. Changdeokgung Palace was built by King Taejong in 1405. (20 minutes by car from Seoul Youth Hostel)