Mandalay Travel Guide, Hotels & Things to Do

Where to stay

Hotels in Mandalay

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Gold Yadanar Hotel

No.11134th Street Between 77th & 78th Street | Mandalay, 11121, MM

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Mingalar Mandalay Hotel

73rd Street Between Tha Zin And Ngu Shwe Wah Streets 358 Rooms And Suites | Mandalay, 05041, MM

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Hotel Aurora

87th Street Between 26th And 27th Street | Mandalay, 05015, MM

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Hotel by the Red Canal Mandalay

No 417. Junction 22 & 63 Streets. Aung Myae Thar Zan Township. Mandalay District. Mandalay | Mandalay, 00952, MM

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Hotel Yadanarbon

No.12531st St Between 76th & 77th St Chan Aye Thar Zan Township | Mandalay, MM

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Sunset Palace View Suites

No 417 Junction Of 22nd And 66th Street Aung Myae Tharzan Township | Mandalay, 05012, MM

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Kaung Myint Hotel

#502 80 Road Between 30 And 31 Street (china Town) Chan Aye Thar San Township | Mandalay, 11101, MM

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Ritz Grand Hotel

42nd Streetbetween 60th & 62th Street | Mandalay, 5011, MM

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At a glance

Climate

Tropical

Languages

Burmese and English

Local currency

MMK (MMK)

Local time

08:18 (GMT+6)

Ideal trip length

2–4 days

Cost level

2 of 5 · our research

Suggested area to stay

Downtown Mandalay

Tap water

Bottled water recommended

Tipping

Not strictly required, but appreciated.

What this place is for

History

95 · Outstanding

Culture

90 · Outstanding

Food

90 · Outstanding

Family 50 · Moderate

Our own 0–100 ratings for this one destination. They describe a city; they are not a league table of cities.

Food to try

Mandalay Meeshay Mohinga Lahpet Thoke Shan Noodles

When to visit Mandalay

How good each month is here, on this destination's own scale. It compares months within this city, never one city against another.

Best months: December Busiest: Nov-Feb

Jan

85

Cool, dry, pleasant
Feb

80

Warm, dry, pleasant
Mar

70

Hot, dry, pre-monsoon
Apr

60

Very hot, dry
May

50

Hot, humid, rain starts
Jun

40

Monsoon, heavy rain
Jul

40

Monsoon, heavy rain
Aug

45

Monsoon, heavy rain
Sept

55

Rain decreases, humid
Oct

70

Pleasant, less rain
Nov

85

Cool, dry, ideal
Dec

90

Coolest, dry, ideal

85

Jan Cool, dry, pleasant

80

Feb Warm, dry, pleasant

70

Mar Hot, dry, pre-monsoon

60

Apr Very hot, dry

50

May Hot, humid, rain starts

40

Jun Monsoon, heavy rain

40

Jul Monsoon, heavy rain

45

Aug Monsoon, heavy rain

55

Sept Rain decreases, humid

70

Oct Pleasant, less rain

85

Nov Cool, dry, ideal

90

Dec Coolest, dry, ideal

Things to do in Mandalay

7 places worth your time, grouped by when they are at their best.

Best in the morning

3 places

Kuthodaw Pagoda

Mandalay Hill 1.5 hrs

Discover the 'World's Largest Book' with 729 marble slabs inscribed with Buddhist scriptures.

Outdoors Good for children

Mahamuni Buddha Temple

South Mandalay 1.5 hrs

Visit one of Myanmar's most revered Buddha images, covered in thick gold leaf.

Indoors Good for children

Shwenandaw Monastery

Mandalay Hill 1 hr

Admire the intricate teak carvings of this historic monastery, once part of the royal palace.

Indoors Good for children

Best in the afternoon

1 place

Mandalay Hill

Mandalay Hill 2 hrs

Climb to the summit for panoramic views of the city and Irrawaddy River.

Outdoors Good for children

Best in the evening

1 place

U Bein Bridge

Amarapura 2 hrs

Witness the iconic teak bridge at sunset, a truly magical experience.

Outdoors Good for children

Any time of day

2 places

Mandalay Palace

Downtown 2 hrs

Explore the reconstructed royal palace, a symbol of Myanmar's last monarchy.

Indoors Good for children

Inwa (Ava) Ancient City

Inwa 4 hrs

Explore the ruins of a former royal capital by horse cart, including Bagaya Monastery.

Outdoors Good for children

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Food and drink

2 Days in Mandalay — Food & Wine

A culinary journey through Myanmar's cultural heartland, savoring local flavors and traditional spirits.

This itinerary is designed for foodies and cultural explorers eager to delve into Mandalay's rich gastronomic scene. Experience authentic Burmese cuisine, from vibrant street food to refined dining, complemented by insights into local beverages and traditions. Perfect for those seeking an immersive taste of Myanmar.

2 Days 9 Stops

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