Yangon Evening Street Food and Market Walking Tour
Overview
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3 hours
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Winding our way through downtown's historic and diverse neighborhoods we'll drop by some of our favourite food stalls, family owned eateries and a fascinating market. The perfect way to get a complete understanding of Yangon food culture with a knowledgeable guide!
Additional Info
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
A moderate amount of walking is involved, approximately 2.5km
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately. Bring an umbrella during rainy season June-September
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Local guide
Bottled water
Snacks
Dinner
Coffee and/or Tea
Food tasting
Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
What To Expect
We begin our exploration into Yangon's evening street food scene at the picturesque Mahabandoola Park. Winding our way through the side alleys of downtown's historic and ethnically rich neighborhoods including Little India and China Town, we'll drop by some of our favourite stalls and family owned eateries. Introducing you to a fascinating produce market far from the tourist route, we'll finish up at our favourite 19th St BBQ joint where fish and cold beer perfectly compliment the people watching opportunities. SOME TOUR HIGHLIGHTS • Discover the best combination for the all-day delicacy, Mohinga, topped with gourd tempura at our favourite neighbourhood spot • Illuminated by candles and make shift lighting we'll pass through a very atmospheric street market selling all manner of food produce not on any tourist route radar • The Indian neighbourhood has a lot of tasty eats but the funky yoghurt faloodah drink is one of the most visually impressive • Chinatown used to be famous for its opium dens but nowadays BBQ fresh water fish accompanied by Myanmar beer is the new craze • The Shan people of Eastern Myanmar make a specific delicious sticky rice noodle dish loaded with chicken or pork in a rich tomato sauce topped with smashed peanuts and herbs but you've got to get the mix right • No other country makes cute little dishes of salad that pack a punch like Myanmar. Pickled tea leaf lapettho covered in crunchy beans and seeds with local peanut oil has anti-oxidants and gives you a little caffeine buzz • Sometimes side by side you'll pass ancient Buddhist pagodas, churches, mosques, Hindu temples and Chinese Buddhist temples reflecting the diversity of Yangon's population and culinary heritage • No one's forcing you but the deep fried bugs are the perfect beer snack and rich in protein • 10+ Dishes or Snacks Additional Information Price includes all the food (lots of it!), English speaking guide, drinking water.
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Yangon Evening Street Food and Market Walking Tour
Reviews
103 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Must do in yangon! Loved every minute of it :)
Sandra L,
Nov 3, 2024
- Viator
5.00This was the first tour that my friend and I did after reaching Yangon and it really set a high standard for the rest of our trip. Marc was very knowledgeable (and quietly passionate) about the food, the communities and cultures in Myanmar. Being our first trip to Myanmar, everything we ate was amazingly (and unexpectedly) delicious. He was also kind enough to recommend other tours based on our interests. The route we were on and food we tried was carefully curated, with much thought and planning. It allowed us to try a variety of food (savoury or sweet, refreshing or rich) and walk in several different areas (muslim / Chinese community). With burmese food, I'll say don't judge it by how it looks! (And leave your diets at home..)
Must do Yangon highlight!
Gillian G,
Mar 27, 2024
- Viator
5.00This is a must do in Yangon and the highlight of my trip! Mark runs a fantastic street food tour - we tried a wide variety of local street food dishes which were delicious but the tour is far more than that. Mark speaks fluent English and Myanmar and has lived in Myanmar over a decade - I learnt so much about the history and culture of the country through our time together. At a time of great uncertainty for Myanmar, this tour supports local businesses and families, and removes the usual barrier as a tourist we sometimes feel when wanting to try new cuisines. No food allergy is an issue - Mark can easily accommodate. Mark was warm and friendly and so too were all the delightful vendors we interacted with. Book it and wear comfy shoes ☺️
The best night out you can have in Yangon!
Laura D,
Mar 24, 2024
- Viator
5.00The experience and understanding of Yangon and it's diverse foods and communities was immense. Mark was a great host! We tried food we would never have tried, and saw areas of Yangon, that we probably wouldn't have found without his guidance. We cannot recommend this tour enough. Thanks Mark for a great night. Laura and Robin
Gteat experience
Shweta C,
Jan 4, 2023
- Viator
5.00We had a fantastic evening with Myo. She took us around yangon and we tasted amazing street foods. I would suggest pacing yourself as the tour includes a lot of food! Myo was great, she was flexible and took care of our needs. Saba tour was very responsive and changed the start time to accommodate us. Will highly recommend this tour as a great way to see yangon, understand local life and taste local food!
Excellent!
Elisha C,
Feb 2, 2020
- Viator
5.00Great tour! We went to places that we would not have known about. The food was amazing. Our guide was really knowledgeable about the food, culture and history of the area. Thoroughly recommend!
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