Myanmar offers serene temple-dotted landscapes, timeless riverside towns, and warm hospitality, giving you a glimpse into a country where tradition still shapes daily life.
Discover Myanmar
Discover Myanmar
Why visit Myanmar?
What to expect
You will find lively cities like Yangon, quiet lakeside villages, ancient archaeological sites, and river journeys that reveal a slower, more reflective way of travel.
Plan your trip
Use Yangon as your entry point to explore the rest of Myanmar, from cool highland towns to lake regions and river cruises that connect key cultural centres.
Top experiences in Myanmar
Explore downtown Yangon
Stroll past colonial-era buildings, busy tea shops, and tree-lined streets as you discover Yangon’s historic core and lively neighbourhoods.
Sunset at Shwedagon Pagoda
Watch the golden stupa glow at dusk while you walk around its terraces, taking in sweeping city views and intricate architectural details.
Cruise along the Irrawaddy River
Join a river cruise to see riverside villages, pagodas on the hills, and life unfolding on Myanmar’s most important waterway.
Discover Inle Lake’s stilt villages
Glide across calm waters past floating gardens, wooden houses on stilts, and artisans’ workshops set above the lake.
Wander heritage neighbourhoods in Yangon
Walk through historic quarters lined with ageing townhouses, local markets, and street stalls selling crafts and everyday essentials.
Ride a local circular train
Take the Yangon Circular Railway for a slow loop through suburbs, markets, and countryside, offering a window into everyday life.
Visit hill stations and cooler retreats
Head to Myanmar’s highland towns for cooler temperatures, forested hills, and walking trails.
Enjoy riverfront evenings in Yangon
Spend your evenings by the water, watching boats glide past and the city lights flicker along the riverbanks.
Experience Myanmar’s way of life
Getting around
From Yangon, you can connect to other regions by domestic flights, intercity buses, or trains, with taxis and ride-hailing services convenient for moving around major urban areas.
Local life & culture
Daily life unfolds on the streets and riverbanks, with bustling neighbourhoods, traditional crafts, and distinctive regional customs visible in both cities and rural towns.
Where to unwind
Relax in leafy city parks, riverside promenades, and lakeside retreats, or head to the hills and countryside for quieter walks and scenic viewpoints.
A taste of Myanmar
National dishes & specialties
Sample national favourites such as rich noodle and rice dishes, often flavoured with local herbs and fresh produce, with Yangon a good starting point for classic flavours.
Casual & modern dining hubs
In Yangon you will find everything from simple street-side eateries to modern cafés and restaurants, serving local recipes alongside regional Asian and international cuisines.
Signature & scenic dining
Treat yourself to rooftop restaurants, riverfront venues, and hotel dining rooms where city skylines and water views add to a memorable meal.
Retail therapy in Myanmar
Malls & lifestyle hubs
Yangon offers modern shopping centres with international brands, local designers, cinemas, and lifestyle outlets for convenient one-stop visits.
Markets & local crafts
Browse city markets in Yangon and other regional towns for textiles, lacquerware, jewellery, and everyday essentials made by local artisans.
Evening retail scene
After dark, selected streets and markets in major cities stay active, with shops, small stalls, and food vendors creating a lively atmosphere.
Best time to visit Myanmar
Peak season runs from November to February, with cooler, drier weather and typical daytime temperatures around 20–30°C (68–86°F), ideal for city walks and sightseeing. Shoulder season is from March to May, when hot conditions bring temperatures up to 35–40°C (95–104°F), better suited to slower-paced trips and indoor attractions. Low season generally falls between June and October, when the southwest monsoon brings frequent rain, higher humidity, and temperatures of about 25–32°C (77–90°F), with greener landscapes but occasional travel disruptions.