Things to see and do - Myanmar - Burma in 2024

Practical information : Sightseeing Myanmar - Burma

Timetable

Most temples are open to the public from 8am to 5pm, or at sunset. In Yangon, the famous Shwedagon pagoda opens from 4am, so you can go there for sunrise and until nightfall, closing at 10pm. On the administrative side, for government offices, they are generally open from 9:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday. Banks are open from 9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, and private companies from 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday to Friday, and from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Saturday.

To be booked

For cultural visits or visits to remarkable sites, no reservation is required. On the other hand, as the demand for tourism is sometimes greater than the infrastructure on offer, it makes more sense to book your hotels or youth hostels at least a few days in advance. Similarly, remember to book your seat on the bus at least the day before so that you don't have to stay on the tarmac. The bus is a popular means of transport in Myanmar, as much by tourists as by locals

Budget & Tips

Despite being one of the poorest countries in the world, Myanmar, which has recently opened up to tourism, is an expensive destination compared to the rest of Southeast Asia. You can expect to pay a minimum of 20-25 € per day if you sleep in dormitories, travel by bus and eat at the market or in pretty little boui-boutiques, which are often the best addresses, and very inexpensive. Otherwise, the budget can quickly rise to 150 € per day between the taxi or driver, the rather charming hotel and a good restaurant. Moreover, the entrance fees to preserved sites such as the Inle Lake, about 10 € per person, or Bagan, 25 € per person, quickly increase the budget of the day. It's up to each person to find his or her balance

Main events

As a rule the Burmese are not the most partygoers. They tend to go to bed early and get up at dawn. But when it comes to religious or spiritual feasts, then they are there. The water festival, the Nat festival, the balloon festival... The whole country has its little moment of glory. But other events may slip in your way, such as weddings or a monk's funeral... Whatever happens, you will always be invited to join the party

Guided tours

Some tours deserve a guide. Be it religious establishments to understand history and anecdotes. But also certain regions, forbidden to the public alone

Smokers

The Burmese are smokers. You can try the traditional cigarette or the cheroot, the Burmese cigar. Except in the temples, you can still smoke in most bars and public places here.

Things to see and do Myanmar - Burma

SHWEDAGON PAGODA

BALLOONS OVER BAGAN

RED MOUNTAIN ESTATE

ORIENTAL BALLOONING

FLOATING GARDENS

TEMPLE ANANDA

PINDAYA CAVE (SHWE OO MIN)

BRIDGE U BEIN

GOLDEN ROCK AND PAGODA

KAWGUN CAVES

SHWENANDAW MONASTERY

HPO WIN DAUNG CAVES (HPO WIN HILL)

BAGAYA MONASTERY

HSINBYUME PAGODA (OR MYA THEIN TAN)

KYAUK KA LAT

SADDAR CAVES

KYAUKTALONE

THANBODDHAY PAGODA

RUM DISTILLERIES

HAMMAYANZIKA PAGODA

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