Yangon Shopping

Where to Shop and What to Buy in Yangon

Products on sale in Yangon include textiles, silverware, lacquer, and handicrafts. The city is also rich in precious gems such as ruby, sapphire and jade. This is the reason there are many jewellery shops all around Yangon.

The best part about Yangon shopping is the countless shopping options presented to interested buyers, regardless of whether they are locals or tourists. For those on a budget and want to score a bargain, the public markets will allow them to shop to their hearts' content without breaking the bank. This is because the street markets offer the best prices. Meanwhile, those who opt for name brands should visit the larger shopping centres.

Bagan Book Shop

The Bagan is only one of the many establishments that sells books in the city however it is the place with the most complete selection of English-language books on Myanmar and Southeast Asia. With the shop's photocopier, patrons are allowed to photocopy rare and out-of-print books about Myanmar.

Opening Hours: 09:00 – 17:30
Location: 100 37th St. (Merchant/Mahabandoola), Kyauktada Township, Yangon.

Blazon Shopping Centre

Foreign brands made themselves available to the community in Yangon when Blazon Shopping Centre opened in 2000. Some of the brands that consider Blazon Shopping Centre home include Adidas, Esprit, Guess, Shiseido and Wacoal. The centre also houses fast food chains, cafés and the pharmacy counter of Mega Co. Ltd.

Opening Hours: 09:00 – 21:00
Location: No. 72, Corner of U Wisara Road and Shwe Li Street Kamaryut Township, Yangon.

Bogyoke Aung San Market

The Bogyoke Aung San Market is the most popular market in Yangon. Housed in a large colonial building, the market was established and inaugurated in its current location in 1926. It was initially named after Municipal Commissioner C. Scott, but was later renamed to honour General Aung San. There are 1,641 shops in this market, selling everything from luxury items, handicrafts, jewellery, clothing and food.

Opening Hours: 09:00 – 17:00
Location: Bogyoke Aung San Road, Yangon.

FMI Centre

This destination is the best place for those who prefer a comfortable shopping experience. Situated beside the Bogyoke Aung San Market, this air-conditioned mall is home to a number of retail outlets, making it a good place to buy fashion items for both men and women. Here, one can find Uncle Sam, KSL and Heart Rock Cafe.

Location: 380 Bogyoke Aung San Street, Pabedan Township, Yangon.

J's Irrawaddy Dream

The place to go for those who want to bring home textiles from Myanmar is J's Irrawaddy Dream. The signature product is locally made and dyed fabrics, but the store also sells lacquer, handicrafts, even cakes and yoghurt. It is also great place for those seeking stylish dresses for women.

Opening Hours: 09:00 – 20:00
Location: 1st Floor Strand Hotel, 92 Strand Road, Yangon.

Junction 8 Shopping Centre

Named after its location in Yangon, Junction 8’s first level houses City Mart Supermarket, a bakery and beauty salon. On both levels, there are many shops and boutiques that retail clothes, bags, shoes, cosmetics, suitcases and fabrics.

Opening Hours: 09:00 – 21:00
Location: 8 Mile Junction, Mayangone Township, Yangon.

Ocean Super Centre

For a one-stop shopping experience, this destination is the best place to visit in Yangon. The Ocean Super Centre provides the widest range of products for shoppers. Items to be purchased here include laptops and computers; electrical appliances, furniture, household utensils, fashion wear and accessories, toys and sporting equipment. The cafés and restaurants in the centre's food court offer different kinds of Asian and Western dishes.

Location: Corner of Pyay Road and Thiri Road, Thiri Condominium, Mayangone Township, Yangon.

Royal Rose

Because an outfit would not be complete without accessories, a visit to Royal Rose is necessary. Found on the east of Inya Lake, this store is known as the ultimate destination when it comes to handbags and sandals. One of its best sellers are beautifully crafted women's slippers. Foreign residents are loyal patrons of this establishment.

Location: Inya Yeiktha Street

Treasure Land Gems & Jewellry Souvenirs

Myanmar is a country rich in many kinds of natural resources. These include gems and precious stones, which one can purchase from Treasure Land Gems & Jewellry Souvenirs. Established in 1996, this shop is recognized as the most reliable source of high quality gemstone and fine jewellery. Items sold in this store include jade, sapphires and rubies.

Location: No.11, Ma Kyee Kyee Street, Sanchaung Township, Yangon.

Yuzana Plaza

A popular shopping destination for Yangon residents, the plaza is more of a modern shopping mall than a traditional market. The ground floor houses many wholesale outlets, while the upper floors offer a wide selection of locally made products, imported fashions and household appliances.

Opening Hours: 08:30 – 17:00
Location: Banyar Dala Street, Mingalar Taung Nyunt Township, Yangon.

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