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Overview

Shopping The guide was updated: 2024-08-22

Yangon is a bustling and colourful place, offering great shopping opportunities for visitors. Some of the most interesting products to buy here include textiles, clothes, silverware, artefacts, jewellery and handicrafts. Myanmar is also known for its precious gem production such as rubies, sapphires, and jade so you will find plenty of gem and jewellery shops in Yangon.

The best bargains are to be found at local markets—and bargaining is expected at these markets. Be aware that starting prices are higher for tourists.

There are fewer shopping malls in the city if you compare it to other Asian cities which means less Western-style shopping. The malls are a little behind in terms of brand names but this could also be seen as charming.

City Centre Shopping

City Centre 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.

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.

Dagon Center

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.

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.

Pomelo

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!

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