Walking Tour in Downtown Yangon
Overview
This walking tour looks at the growth of Yangon from a small Mon village to a multicultural hub. This tour will dive into how visitors from the east and the west have contributed to Yangon's rich tapestry. We will enter teashops and temples, shake hands with the city's residents and think about what the future has in store for this remarkable metropolis.
Inclusions
- All Fees and Taxes
- Breakfast - Breakfast at a teashop or noodle shop.
- Snacks - Our guide will be happy to buy local snacks and refreshments for you along the way.
What to expect
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Stop At: The Secretariat, No. 300 Thein Phyu Road Middle Block, Yangon (Rangoon) 11161 Myanmar
Find out about the building of British Rangoon, the struggle for independence and the assassination of General Aung San. Admission ticket is not required on this attraction since we will only be walking outside the building.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Bogalay Zay Street, Bogalay Zay St, Yangon, Myanmar (Burma)
Walk down Yangon prettiest street and learn about the efforts to preserve the city's architectural heritage.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Armenian Apostolic Church of St. John the Baptist, No. 66 Bo Aung Kyaw Street, Yangon (Rangoon) 11182 Myanmar
Who were the Armenians of Rangoon ... ?
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Sarkies Bar at The Strand Hotel, 92 Strand Road The Strand Yangon, Yangon (Rangoon) 11181 Myanmar
Hear the history of Yangon's most famous hotel and the Armenian brothers who put the city on the tourist map. Admission ticket is not required on this attraction since we will only be walking outside the building.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Pansodan Street, Yangon, Myanmar (Burma)
Walk up Pansodan Street - once the financial hub of British Burma.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Maha Bandula, Yangon, Myanmar (Burma)
At the heart of downtown Yangon, hear about how city was built around Sule Pagoda, and see the multiple religions that worship around the site today.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Konzedan Street, Konzedan St, Yangon, Myanmar (Burma)
Here in Yangon's Indian Quarter, learn about how Indians arrived in Burma over the centuries and the role they have played in the city's development ever since. Try some Indian refreshments!
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Guanyin temple Yangon, Maha Bandula Road on corner with Latha street, Yangon (Rangoon) Myanmar
Into the heart of Chinatown, hear stories from Myanmar's neighbours to the east and the differences between Mahayana and Therevada Buddhism.
Duration: 20 minutes
Additional information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- Face masks provided for travelers
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
- Our guides have first-aid training.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
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This tour is perfect for someone new to Yangon and wants to get a sense for downtown. It hits all the highlights across three townships downtown, infusing history with fun anecdotes and yummy snacks. Our guide Aung was knowledgeable and personable. It wasn't too long either. Overall, highly recom...
This tour is perfect for someone new to Yangon and wants to get a sense for downtown. It hits all the highlights across three townships downtown, infusing history with fun anecdotes and yummy snacks. Our guide Aung was knowledgeable and personable. It wasn't too long either. Overall, highly recommended.A really informative and enjoyable tour of parts of Yangon that you might not get to see otherwise. It showcased the diversity of communities that have roots in Yangon, where we got to speak to community leaders. We also walked through some really interesting markets and to top it all off we got ...
A really informative and enjoyable tour of parts of Yangon that you might not get to see otherwise. It showcased the diversity of communities that have roots in Yangon, where we got to speak to community leaders. We also walked through some really interesting markets and to top it all off we got to eat some yummy food.I've lived here for a decade and done other walking tours - this was by far the best. Lots of information - from architecture to history to hidden gems to photograph and couple of well-timed traditional food stops! A small group so it was easy to hear and to interact with our very knowledgeabl...
I've lived here for a decade and done other walking tours - this was by far the best. Lots of information - from architecture to history to hidden gems to photograph and couple of well-timed traditional food stops! A small group so it was easy to hear and to interact with our very knowledgeable guide. Not to be missed!Even for those living in Yangon for many years - like me - or for those newly moved to the city, this tour is a great way to explore the downtown area and find new hidden gems - like a Chinese tomb inside a plastic shop or try some Indian snacks or visit the inside of a run-down colonial building...
Even for those living in Yangon for many years - like me - or for those newly moved to the city, this tour is a great way to explore the downtown area and find new hidden gems - like a Chinese tomb inside a plastic shop or try some Indian snacks or visit the inside of a run-down colonial building that got a new life with people living in it now or discover all the funky stuff at the market. Ko Sai is an excellent guide, speaks good English and is genuinely happy to share the facts about Yangon as well as good stories in relation to Yangon's multicultural history. This tour requires good shoes, a free morning and an empty stomach as Ko Sai will treat you at a traditional breakfast shop.A great way to explore and hear all about the rich history of downtown Yangon. Ko Sai was a knowledgeable guide and took us to see some amazing hidden gems, from not-quite abandoned buildings to bustling markets. Strongly recommend for both visitors new and old. Thanks, Sampan.
A great way to explore and hear all about the rich history of downtown Yangon. Ko Sai was a knowledgeable guide and took us to see some amazing hidden gems, from not-quite abandoned buildings to bustling markets. Strongly recommend for both visitors new and old. Thanks, Sampan.Took the Sampan Travel Downtown Walking Tour and it was amazing! Our guide was super friendly and knew so much about the history and culture of the area. We saw some really cool spots and got the inside scoop on the city's best-kept secrets. Highly recommend this tour if you're looking for a fun ...
Took the Sampan Travel Downtown Walking Tour and it was amazing! Our guide was super friendly and knew so much about the history and culture of the area. We saw some really cool spots and got the inside scoop on the city's best-kept secrets. Highly recommend this tour if you're looking for a fun and unique way to explore the city. Thanks to the Sampan team!