2025 Yangon Region Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in July)

The Shwedagon Pagoda is the main attraction of Yangon, Myanmar’s capital city. It is not only national symbol but also one of indispensable religious monuments in the world. Covered with hundreds of gold bar, the pagoda is the most expensive pagoda in the world. There are also hundreds colorful temples, stupas, and statues that make the pagoda a treasure of architecture, and art. Located in the heart of Yangon City, the Pagoda can be seen from most places of Yangon City. You can chose to stay either day time or night time. #pagoda #myanmar

The Yangon Ring Road Railway has been in operation for more than a hundred years. Due to lack of maintenance, the railway has been deserted. The little train just entered the station and the crowd was surrounded. Because of the high compartment, one Burmese carried the cage and the other hand grabbed the doorknob to climb the carriage. It takes 3 hours for a small train to travel around the city. You only need about 1 yuan to buy a ticket to get a trip around the city. There are a lot of people on the train, tourists who take pictures with their cameras, students who carry school bags to go to school, and Buddhist monks. The most interesting people are the traders who shuttle between the various compartments. They carry a variety of goods in the basket, and they eat, wear and use everything. The little train swayed all the way, and the people in the car chatted with the rhythm and stayed. Perhaps this is the right way to take a small train.

📍Sunrise to Sunset: A Soulful Day in Yangon 🇲🇲 From a glowing sunrise above the city skyline to a peaceful sunset by the river, my one-day solo adventure in Yangon was nothing short of magical ✨ 🌅 Sunrise: Woke up early to enjoy the golden hues from the rooftop of Zealax Hotel & Residence — calm, quiet, and the perfect way to start the day. 🍽️ Buffet Breakfast: Fuelled up with a delicious spread before stepping out. ⛩️ Morning Bliss: First stop — the iconic Shwedagon Pagoda. Serene and stunning. Strolled around the nearby peaceful park (wish I remembered the name!). ☕ Coffee Break at Sule Times to recharge and soak in the local vibe. 🕌 Sule Pagoda + Downtown Stroll: Wandered around colonial buildings and local shops in downtown Yangon. 🍛 Late Lunch: A flavorful stop at The Rangoon Tea House — modern twist on traditional Burmese dishes in a beautifully designed space. A must-visit for food lovers! 🏛️ Afternoon: Explored the National Museum — rich with history and culture. 🌿 Nature Time at Kandawgyi Park: Took a breather surrounded by trees and lake views. 🍰 Cafe Salween: Treat break before sunset — good coffee and chill vibe. 🌇 Sunset Moment at Botataung Jetty: Birds flying, boats gliding, sun setting — pure peace. (One of my favorite moments 💛) 🌃 Evening: Grabbed a bite and coffee at Easy Cafe, then headed back for a soothing massage at the hotel. 🍸 Ended the day watching the Yangon night lights from the my room (or you can go to the rooftop bar)— perfect way to close this 24-hour escape #travel #trip #solotrip ##adventure #solotravel

#newyearnewtrip #myanmar Htamane Festival in Myanmar happens roughly around the end of February as the cold weather somewhat grows gentler on the people. It is usually prepared around what Burmese people call Tabodwe (just remember is as the full moon day of february haha) Htamane is made from glutinous rice and other local delights. People may gather around it make it together as a festival. My family usually sets up a big pot in our garden back home and cook it together! Truly when the times were much more peaceful in Myanmar. Looking forward to experience it again someday. P.S. Forgive the quality, it’s from my digicam that’s an older model 🥹

#newyearnewtrip #macarons Pe’s of Cake is an online bakery that mainly focuses on their macaroons and fatcarons. They currently have expanded to brownies & etc.. They are cheaper to order in Yangon, Myanmar but they also have an online branch in Bangkok too! You can find them on facebook easily ~ I am very proud of how far they have come considering how I’ve been a fan for at least 4 years! It’s definitely one of the best macaroons ever so please do support them if you can and tell me if it’s to your liking ~~

Burmese Tea (Lahpet yee) Where to drink: You can find Burmese tea at almost any tea shop around Yangon, especially in neighborhoods like Chinatown or downtown. Popular spots like Shwe Pu Zun or Tea Garden serve excellent, authentic lahpet. Why I Love It: The rich, sweet tea offers a comforting taste of home. Whether sipping it with friends at a local tea shop or at home with family, it’s a drink that brings people together. Shwe Taung Noodles Where to Eat: For the best Shwe Taung noodles, head to local eateries in the Shwe Taung region, or try spots like Shwe Taung Noodle House in Yangon, which serves the dish with the perfect balance of savory broth and toppings. Why I Love It: The combination of tender noodles, rich broth, and the right amount of spice makes it my go-to comfort food. It’s a hearty, satisfying dish I always crave after a long day.

The most of wondering time in Myanmar is food. Yangon is the wonderful town of historical and they hiding the special experience is food. If you have a trip in Yangon, don’t miss to try street food and local food in china town.

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Myanmar live hotel in Yangon is very good service I checked out at 5 am. Didn't have breakfast but the hotel was still cute and prepared food for me.Thank you very much for this meal. It was a very worthwhile flight. So I found this hotel. This hotel offers body spa services. large swimming Food service 24 🙏🇲🇲🙏🇲🇲🙏🇲🇲🙏🇲🇲🙏🇲🇲🙏🇲🇲🙏🇲🇲🙏🇲🇲 #hotel #Yangon #good #trip เหตุผลที่แนะนำ:

#songkranfestival Celebrating Songkran in Myanmar is an exhilarating experience, blending tradition with joyous revelry. The festival marks the Burmese New Year with vibrant water fights, symbolizing the cleansing of the past year's misfortunes and welcoming the new year with purity and freshness. In Myanmar, Songkran is celebrated with immense enthusiasm, where people joyfully splash water on each other, dance to traditional music, and offer prayers at temples. The streets come alive with colorful parades, traditional performances, and communal feasts. It's a time of unity, renewal, and merriment, where locals and visitors alike immerse themselves in the exuberant spirit of Songkran, creating unforgettable memories amidst Myanmar's rich cultural tapestry.

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#dreamdestination Yangon (formerly known as Rangoon) is the largest city in Myanmar. It used to be the capital. Yangon is famous for its colonial-era buildings, most famous pagodas of the country which are best explored by foot or on trishaws. You will find one pagoda in almost every corner of the city. The Buddhist people might like to visit once but one thing you should know that all the temples in Myanmar you might have to take off your shoes neither socks.Places I have visited, Shwedagon Pagod, Chaukhtatgyi Buddha Temple, Sule Pagoda, Botataung Pagoda, Nga Htat Gyi Temple and Swe Taw Myat Pagoda.

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The Seeds Restaurants has always been our favourite place to go in Yangon. It is a must-go place for us to celebrate our birthdays. The environment is excellent, the view is amazing. Not to mention the food is phenomenal. My children always enjoying watching the rabbits and the chicken in the restaurants. Their daily lunch set is affordable and they have the best service in Yangon.

#fallishere Address - Yangon, Myanmar Ambiance/Facilities - went for a 2d1n hike in Yangon rural side to enjoy what nature has to offer. There is a guide that guide you along the way, you pack 1 night worth of clothes and carry it with you. Pit stop will be at some villagers’ house where we get to enjoy the local food. Highlights - easy peasy to hit 20000 steps a day Avg. Price per Person - 150sgd for 2d1n hike Rating - 5/5

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An absolutely must-see place in the center of the capital city Yangon. This impressive religious complex is almost 100m tall and more than 2500 years old. The ticket fee for foreigners is 10,000 ks, for locals the entrance is free. You should put your shoes in the bag as wearing them is prohibited. Also you need to wear modest clothes when visiting. The best time to visit is early morning or late afternoon when it's less hot. #visitmyanmar #myanmar

Ending the post, New Year's in Yangon with a place that is definitely worth visiting, "The Secretariat of Yangon". This building used to be the office of the old government since the British ruled Burma. It used to be the office of the British High Commissioner of Burma, the parliament building, and the office of the Burmese cabinet after independence from the British. The building is built in a U shape. Originally, there were 16 domes, but 8 of them survived. It is a colonial architecture, made of red bricks. It used to be the office of General Aung San, the father of Aung San Suu Kyi, who was assassinated along with 6 other cabinet members. After being abandoned for a long time, there was a debate about whether to renovate it into a hotel or a museum. The conclusion was not to build a hotel... Now it is almost completely renovated. It is an art gallery, art exhibition, and museum. There is also a coffee shop and fast food. The interior is very beautiful. There are many floors. There is a balcony looking out to the surrounding buildings. The woodwork inside is very beautiful and intricate. It is another important landmark of Yangon that should be visited at least once. I have posted pictures from many angles for everyone to admire.

This Yangon accommodation trip, I changed the atmosphere to sleep in a hostel. It is a private room but a shared bathroom. It is in an old building, Merchant Street, in the heart of Yangon. The name of the accommodation is 501 Merchant, near Soi 39 (39th street). It is an old building. The interior is wooden floor, clean, comfortable, and inviting. Inside is a wooden staircase to walk to the bedroom. There are many foreign tourists staying here, especially foreigners who like this style of accommodation a lot. Because in addition to being a bit of a boutique style, the accommodation is also close to various places. You can walk to the waterfront, Strand Street, just a short walk, and Sule Street is 5 minutes away. You can say that the location is very good. I stayed here for 2 nights. The room includes breakfast. Burmese style food, stir-fried noodles, some days there is American style, omelette, bread. It is quite edible. The good thing about sleeping in a hostel is that there is a common area. There is a chance to meet many new friends. It feels fun and lively. The atmosphere is like sleeping at a friend's house.

First time traveling in Myanmar as a backpacker The first temple in Myanmar that I visited was Chauk Htat Gyi Chauk Htat Gyi Reclining Buddha Temple or Sweet-Eyed Reclining Buddha It is very beautiful. I came to see it with my own eyes. It is really beautiful. I also had the opportunity to go to Chinatown. There is a lot of food. Many of them are delicious. #Yangon #Myanmar #TravelAbroad #VisitMyanmarTemples #Chinatown #DeliciousFood