Myanmar offers golden pagodas, timeless riverscapes, and character-filled cities where heritage, craft, and daily life come together in vivid detail.
Discover Myanmar
Discover Myanmar
Why visit Myanmar?
What to expect
You can explore the bustling streets and colonial architecture of Yangon, river journeys along the Ayeyarwady, and historic temple plains and hill regions further inland.
Plan your trip
Use Yangon as your starting point to connect to other cities, cultural heartlands, and nature escapes across Myanmar and the wider region.
Top experiences in Myanmar
Admire Shwedagon Pagoda in Yangon
Walk the terraces of Shwedagon Pagoda at sunrise or dusk to take in its golden stupa, ornate shrines, and sweeping city views.
Explore Yangon's historic downtown
Stroll past colonial-era buildings, leafy streets, and local teashops, and pause at lively junctions that show Yangon's everyday charm.
Cruise the Ayeyarwady River
Join a river cruise to watch rural life unfold along the Ayeyarwady, with views of villages, pagodas, and soft evening light on the water.
Discover lakes and hill country
Plan side trips from Yangon to Myanmar's cooler hill areas and lakes, where wooden bridges, stilt houses, and walking trails wait.
Shop for handicrafts and gemstones
Browse for lacquerware, textiles, and jewellery in Yangon, where markets and boutiques showcase Myanmar's craft traditions.
Join a guided city walk
Take a guided walking tour in Yangon to learn about its layered history, from old trading quarters to restored landmarks.
Unwind at Kandawgyi and Inya lakes
Escape the bustle with a lakeside stroll, relaxed cafes, and open views over Yangon's greenery and water.
Experience Myanmar's way of life
Getting around
Most travellers arrive in Yangon, then continue by domestic flight, train, or private car to other regions, with local taxis and ride-hailing services helping you move easily within major cities.
Local life & culture
You will see street-side teashops, traditional dress, and bustling neighbourhood markets, with a gentle daily rhythm that mixes historic influences and modern city life.
Where to unwind
Relax in Yangon's lakeside parks, riverside spots, and hotel pools, or head out to countryside retreats for quiet walks and softer evening temperatures.
A taste of Myanmar
National dishes & specialties
Look out for dishes such as mohinga, noodle salads, and rich curries, often linked to particular regions and city neighbourhoods.
Casual & modern dining hubs
In Yangon you can dine at simple street stalls, cafes, and contemporary restaurants, with menus that blend local flavours and regional Asian influences.
Signature & scenic dining
Choose rooftop and lakeside venues in Yangon for city views, or riverside terraces where you can watch the sun set over water and pagodas.
Retail therapy in Myanmar
Malls & lifestyle hubs
Yangon offers modern malls with international brands, cinemas, and lifestyle stores, alongside smaller centres that mix fashion, electronics, and services.
Markets & local crafts
In Yangon and other regional towns you will find markets selling textiles, handicrafts, and artworks, ideal for bringing home a piece of Myanmar's creative scene.
Evening retail scene
After dark, central streets and selected markets in larger cities stay lively, with illuminated shopfronts and late-opening stalls.
Best time to visit Myanmar
Dry cool season (peak season): from November to February, many parts of Myanmar see temperatures around 20–28°C (68–82°F), with clearer skies and more comfortable humidity levels, making this the most popular time to visit. Hot season (shoulder season): from March to May, daytime temperatures in lowland cities such as Yangon often reach 30–38°C (86–100°F), with intense afternoon heat but generally dry conditions. Rainy season (low season): from June to October, monsoon rains bring higher humidity and temperatures of around 25–32°C (77–90°F), with heavier showers especially in coastal and delta regions.