Yangon Downtown

Yangon

A cityscape with a prominent golden pagoda, dense urban buildings, and a river in the background.
A bar with wooden barrels, shelves of liquor bottles, and a mirror reflecting the interior.
A tall monument with inscriptions, surrounded by a park with people and modern buildings in the background.
A historic building with a dome and arched windows, surrounded by trees and market stalls with green canopies.
A night scene with a large illuminated stupa and traditional buildings in the background.

Stay near popular Yangon Downtown attractions

A golden stupa with intricate carvings and a smaller ornate structure with a pointed roof.
Photo by Htet Myat Arkar
Open Photo by Htet Myat Arkar

Sule Pagoda

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Learn about the local history of Yangon with a stop at Sule Pagoda. Amble around this culturally rich area's lakeside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
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Things to do

Shwedagon Pagoda 1

Half-Day Spiritual Shwedagon Pagoda Join in Tour in Yangon

RM136
per adult
Half-Day Spiritual Shwedagon Pagoda Join in Tour in Yangon
Explore Yangon on Foot

Explore Yangon on Foot (2hours)

RM143
per traveller
Explore Yangon on Foot (2hours)
A monk and banana stall in downtown Yangon.

Walking Tour in Downtown Yangon

RM285
per adult
Walking Tour in Downtown Yangon
Fish market

Exotic Yangon, early morning tour

RM346
per adult
Exotic Yangon, early morning tour
Find time to stop by the Kandawgyi Lake

The Essential Yangon EXPERIENCE

RM672
per adult
The Essential Yangon EXPERIENCE
Yangon City Tour Port Authority

Best Yangon City Tour with Experience English Speaking Guide

RM578
per adult
Best Yangon City Tour with Experience English Speaking Guide
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Where to stay in Yangon Downtown

Find the best Yangon Downtown areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A golden pagoda with multiple tiers and smaller structures in the foreground.

Bahan

Unique features of Bahan include the lake views and gardens. Make a stop by Shwedagon Pagoda or Kandawgyi Lake while you're exploring the area.

A golden temple with intricate designs and a large central spire.
Photo by Mitali's Travel Diary
Open Photo by Mitali's Travel Diary

Mayangone

You'll enjoy the bars and live music in Mayangone. You might want to make time for a stop at Myanmar Golf Club or Myanmar Gems Museum.

A person carrying large bags on a dock with a bridge and industrial structures in the background.
Photo by Simone Kuzma (WanderGirl)
Open Photo by Simone Kuzma (WanderGirl)

Hlaing

Travellers enjoy Hlaing for its restaurants and museums. Consider checking out Inya Lake while you're in the area.

A golden temple with a large dome and intricate architecture, surrounded by lush greenery and smaller structures.
Photo by Hmyintoo Hmyintoo
Open Photo by Hmyintoo Hmyintoo

Insein

While visiting Insein, you might make a stop by sights like Kyauk Daw Kyi and Yangon Golf Club.

A large, red-brick building with a prominent dome and columns.
Photo by lee miller
Open Photo by lee miller

North Dagon Township

While North Dagon Township isn't home to many top sights, Myanmar Gems Museum and Myanmar Golf Club are some notable places to visit nearby.

Yangon Downtown