3 Days Itinerary in Rangoon, Myanmar - Travel Guide
Enthralling Rangoon: A 3-Day Adventure
| Days | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Day 1 - An engaging entry into Rangoon's core |
| 2 | Day 2 - A day sprinkled with timeless treasures |
| 3 | Day 3 - Soak in the local life and say your goodbyes |
Introduction
Discover the hustle, bustle, varied culture, and history of Rangoon - a city that effortlessly weaves the old and the new in one captivating blend in just three days. The colonial architecture, glorifying pagodas, vibrant markets, and scrumptious local cuisines are some of the many jewels in Rangoon's crown waiting to be explored.
Day 1 - An engaging entry into Rangoon's core
Rangoon's Downtown will be our first rendezvous point. Don't you feel that the best way to know a country is to get involved with its lifestyle and breathe in its culture? We'll kick-start our journey with a walking tour of the downtown area, taking in colonial-era buildings as we go. Later, we'll visit the Chauk Htat Gyi Pagoda where resides a larger-than-life reclining Buddha. Post that, we'll detour to the serene Kandawgyi Lake, the perfect spot for getting that mandatory travel pic clicked. We'll conclude the day with the magnificent Shwedagon Pagoda, where we'll witness golden glows morphing into night's darkness.
Day 2 - A day sprinkled with timeless treasures
Day 2 takes us to the historical heart of Rangoon. The whispering tales of history at the Sule Pagoda, the city's literal and metaphorical center, are a must-listen. Then we'll venture into the labyrinthine streets of Little India and Chinatown, a vibrant show of the city's multicultural diversity. The evening would be well-spent browsing some classic Myanmar literature at the iconic Burmese Book Club. Want to taste Rangoon's nightlife? We'll hit up the electrifying 19th Street – a paradise for barbeque lovers and night-owls.
Day 3 - Soak in the local life and say your goodbyes
On our last day, we'll start with a local market tour at the Thiri Mingalar Market, where Rangoon's heart beats, contrasting scenes unfold from fresh local produce, fish and meat to clothing and handicrafts. We'll then stop by the Bogyoke Aung San Market, once a vital trading hub, now a mecca for antiques, artwork, and gems. For an afternoon of leisure, we would visit the hidden gem - White Elephant House, once George Orwell's abode, now an idyllic café with captivating tales. To wrap up this incredible journey, we'll head to the Rangoon Riverfront, where a perfect sunset bids us farewell from this captivating city.
Daniel Taylor
FAQs about this
3 day itinerary in
Rangoon
Dress modestly when visiting religious sites. Cover your knees and shoulders. No short shorts, sleeveless tops, or revealing clothes.
The best time to visit Rangoon is during the dry season, from November to February. The weather is cooler and more pleasant.
While it's not necessary to know Burmese, knowing basic phrases can enhance your travel experience. However, in Rangoon, English is widely spoken in tourist areas.