Yangon City Hall Tours and Tickets

Yangon is steeped in history, as a Mon village, she was known first as Dagon after the Golden Shwedagon Pagoda. Then in May, 1755 King Alaungpaya renamed her Yangon "The end of Strife" after he had conquered and finally crushed the ancient Mon Kingdom. Modern History of Yangon can be traced through its colonial era buildings and the imprint of the past is indelibly marked on the life cycle of each remaining structure.

As Myanmar’s largest city and former capital, Yangon has a rich history and cultural heritage. This tour is ideal for first-time visitors or those short on time, providing a comprehensive introduction to the city in just two hours. Admire the colonial architecture along Pansodan Street; visit landmarks such as Yangon City Hall, the High Court, and Customs House; and shop for traditional handicrafts at the Hla Day shop.

Yangon is not capital of Myanmar anymore. But It is still commercial hub of the country. There are many interesting things to see around Yangon such as Shwedagon Pagoda, landmarks of Myanmar, Chauk Htet Gyi reclining Buddha, colonial buildings and Scot market. Come join this tour with me, see Yangon through locals eye. In 1755, King Alaungpaya conquered central Myanmar and built a new city at Dagon, a fishing village that had existed for centuries around the Shwedagon pagoda. He renamed the place Yangon, meaning 'end of strife'. Under the supervision of Englishmen, Dr. William Montgomery and Captain Fraser, Rangoon became the most beautiful and cleanest city in Southeast Asia and made it capital. It is easy to get a sense of how prosperous of colonial Rangoon was from the monumental architecture that still graces the city's downtown.

Discover the best that Yangon has to offer as you explore the main highlights on a private tour. Learn about the history and culture of the city from your guide and visit key landmarks such as the Botataung Pagoda, the National Museum, Kandawgyi Park, and the famous Shwedagon Pagoda. Enjoy a delicious Burmese lunch at a local restaurant and shop a bit at Bogyoke Scott’s Market.