Bogyoke Market

Established in the 1920s, this is the most popular markets among Yangon locals. Come here to experience authentic market live and take in all the scents and flavours of regional delicacies. Next to food and spices you can also buy traditional clothes, jewelry and art.

• Address:

  Bo Gyoke Road, Yangon

• Opening hours:

  Tue - Sun 8am - 5.30pm

City Center Shopping

The main shopping streets in the centre of town are Mahamdoola Road and Sule Pagoda Road. Scott/Bogyoke Aung San Market is open all day, and anything and everything can be bought here. You can usually get a better deal here than out on the streets when buying your souvenirs.

• Address:

  Yangon

Dagon Center

There are fewer shopping malls to investigate in comparison to the other major Asian cities, which is something of a change. It does mean there is less of a ‘global market’ feel to shopping in Yangon. If your heart desires a more Western style shopping centre, there is one situated in the heart of Yangon, Dagon Center.

• Address:

  262-264 Pyay Road, Yangon

• Phone:

  +95 1 516 603

• Opening hours:

  Every day 9am - 9pm

Pomelo

This is the ideal place for souvenirs, gifts and decorative purchases. The non-profit organisation works with disadvantaged people who produce beautiful home accessories, jewelry and toys. There is something for everyone so drop in and find your match!

• Web:

  www.pomelomyanmar.org

• E-mail:

  shop@pomeloformyanmar.com

• Address:

  89 Thein Pyu Road, Yangon

• Phone:

  +95 1 295 358

• Opening hours:

  Every day 9.30am - 9.30pm

Shwedagon Pagoda

On and around the entrance steps to Shwedagon Pagoda are hundreds of souvenir shops with items of varying quality. In this religiously orientated market, articles having to do with Buddhism can be purchased.

• Address:

  Dagon, Yangon