Yangon Night Market Tour: Explore Burmese Street Life & Local Cuisine
Yangon (Rangoon)
Experience the vibrant street life of Yangon at night on a 2.5-hour walking tour. Explore bustling markets, visit temples, sample local cuisine, and enjoy a cold beer at the famous 19th street night market.
Duration:
3 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Yangon (Rangoon) - Assemble at the central Yangon rendezvous point to commence your evening stroll with your guide. Spanning slightly over 1 mile (2 km), the tour includes numerous pauses for indulging in local snacks, engaging in retail therapy, and capturing memorable photographs. Kick off your exploration along the vibrant Shwe Bontha Street, a hub for vendors peddling pre-owned items like electronic gadgets, fine gold trinkets, spectacles, literature, apparel, and more. Take a brief hiatus from the market’s hustle to visit both a Buddhist and a Hindu sanctuary en route to Chinatown. Thereafter, quench your thirst with a choice of traditional green tea at a quaint tea house or a sweet sugarcane beverage from a street vendor. Close by, seize the opportunity to photograph a temple adorned with legendary tales, before weaving through the tight passageways lined with fashion boutiques and stores selling rare finds. Should an item pique your interest, your guide is on hand to assist with negotiating prices in true local fashion. Progress to a lively street bazaar on 19th Street, where an array of stalls overflow with fruits, vegetables, ocean-fresh seafood, and regional specialties. Here, vendors showcase their culinary skills on open charcoal grills, offering an assortment of grilled meats, vegetables, and unique marinades for tasting. This bustling locale is the epicenter of Yangon’s street food culture, featuring plenty of al fresco dining and residents enjoying their evening meal. Your guide will select a variety of popular snacks and beers for you to savor as you conclude your walking tour, learning about the gastronomy of Myanmar. The journey culminates on 19th Street, where you have the option to continue exploring independently.
What's Included
- Bottled water included
- Complimentary snacks
- Travel insurance provided
- Expert guide services
What's Not Included
- Personal Fees
Additional Information
Embark on a 2.5-hour nocturnal exploration of Yangon, traversing its vibrant markets and the captivating temples of Chinatown. Delve into the local lifestyle while perusing secondhand goods on Shwe Bontha Street and visiting the neighbourhood’s Hindu and Buddhist places of worship. Take a refreshment break at a roadside vendor and follow your guide through the serpentine paths of a fresh food market. Test your bargaining prowess, savor Burmese dishes at quaint food stalls, and conclude your adventure with a chilled beer at the renowned 19th street evening market in Yangon.
Location
Yangon (Rangoon)
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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