Myanmar offers golden pagodas, timeless riverside towns, and landscapes that range from misty highlands to tropical coasts, giving you a slower, more contemplative way to experience Southeast Asia.
Discover Myanmar
Discover Myanmar
Why visit Myanmar?
What to expect
You can explore Yangon’s heritage streets and shimmering Shwedagon Pagoda, cruise along the Ayeyarwady River, or head inland to ancient plains and cool hill stations shaped by many cultures.
Plan your trip
Myanmar is ideal for combining city discovery with temple sites and nature, and its central location makes it a natural extension to wider journeys across mainland Southeast Asia.
Top experiences in Myanmar
Explore Shwedagon Pagoda in Yangon
Walk around the vast hilltop complex at Shwedagon Pagoda, where stupas and shrines glow in gold and marble courtyards offer a peaceful pause from the city below.
Stroll Yangon's colonial-era downtown
Discover Yangon on foot as you pass faded but grand colonial buildings, lively side streets, and historic landmarks around the city’s central districts.
Cruise along the Ayeyarwady River
Join a river cruise to watch daily life unfold on Myanmar’s great waterway, passing riverside villages, sandbanks, and distant temple spires.
Wander around Inya and Kandawgyi lakes
Unwind by Yangon’s lakes, where walking paths, gardens, and views of traditional pavilions offer a quieter side to the city.
Visit local neighbourhood markets
Browse colourful market stalls filled with fresh produce, textiles, and everyday goods, and see how residents shop and socialise.
Discover Myanmar's temple landscapes
Travel onwards from Yangon to explore temple-dotted plains and riverside towns that showcase Myanmar’s deep history and architecture.
Take a heritage train journey
Ride a local train over bridges and through suburbs and countryside for a slow, scenic way to experience the country’s changing landscapes.
Relax on Myanmar's beaches
Head to the coast to enjoy long sandy beaches, calm seas, and laid-back seaside towns that feel far removed from the rush of city life.
Experience Myanmar's way of life
Getting around
You can combine domestic flights from Yangon with intercity buses, private cars, or trains to reach key regions such as coastal towns, river valleys, and highland areas across Myanmar.
Local life & culture
Daily life in Myanmar moves at an unhurried pace, with teahouses, neighbourhood markets, and traditional crafts revealing the country’s blend of ethnic groups and long-standing customs.
Where to unwind
Find calm in city lakeside parks, hilltop viewpoints, rural villages, and beachside retreats, where greenery, open water, and soft sea breezes invite you to slow down.
A taste of Myanmar
National dishes & specialties
Myanmar is known for dishes such as salads layered with herbs and textures, rich curries, and warm noodle soups, with Yangon a convenient starting point to sample regional flavours.
Casual & modern dining hubs
In Yangon you will find family-run eateries, teahouses, and modern restaurants serving local, regional, and international dishes, reflecting influences from across Asia and beyond.
Signature & scenic dining
Enjoy meals at restaurants overlooking lakes, rooftops with skyline views, or historic buildings, where the setting adds an extra dimension to Myanmar’s varied cuisine.
Retail therapy in Myanmar
Malls & lifestyle hubs
Yangon’s modern shopping centres bring together international brands, local boutiques, supermarkets, and cinemas, offering convenient one-stop hubs for daily needs and leisure.
Markets & local crafts
Browse markets and craft centres in Yangon and other regional towns for textiles, lacquerware, jewellery, and handmade items that showcase local skills and materials.
Evening retail scene
As evening falls, selected streets and markets in larger cities stay open, with shops, stalls, and small cafés creating a gentle, relaxed nighttime shopping atmosphere.
Best time to visit Myanmar
Peak season runs from November to February, when days are drier and more comfortable, especially in Yangon, with typical temperatures around 24–30°C (75–86°F). Shoulder season usually falls in March, April, and October, when temperatures rise to around 28–35°C (82–95°F) and some short showers are possible. Low season is from May to September, when the monsoon brings frequent rain, higher humidity, and temperatures of about 26–32°C (79–90°F), though greener landscapes and quieter sights can appeal to some travellers.