MYANMAR

Walking Tour in Downtown Yangon

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Walking Tour in Downtown Yangon

At a glance

Location
Myanmar
Languages
en
Cancellation
Free cancellation available
Operated by
Sampan Travel
Booking
Instant confirmation, mobile e-ticket

Overview

Our walking tour of Yangon teases out the stories and secrets of a city with a turbulent history. As well as visiting the Secretariat and the principal colonial buildings in downtown Yangon, our guide will take you to lesser known and lesser frequented locations which nonetheless have stories to tell.

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.

What's included

  • Snacks
  • Breakfast
  • All Fees and Taxes

What's not included

  • Bottled water

Itinerary

  1. (0h)

    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.

  2. (0h)

    Walk down Yangon prettiest street and learn about the efforts to preserve the city's architectural heritage.

  3. (0h)

    Who were the Armenians of Rangoon ... ?

  4. (0h)

    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.

  5. (0h)

    Walk up Pansodan Street - once the financial hub of British Burma.

  6. (0h)

    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.

  7. (0h)

    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!

Good to know

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation available — see Viator booking page for exact deadlines and refund terms.

About the operator

Sampan Travel operates this experience in Myanmar. All bookings are managed and confirmed directly through Viator, the world’s leading marketplace for tours and experiences, ensuring secure payment, instant confirmation, and 24/7 customer support.

Tour information last updated October 4, 2026