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Sunset

Golden Hour at the Gardens

Start with a light bite in the late afternoon, then head to the zoo grounds to catch the sun dipping below the horizon.

Best time: 15 JulAbout 90 min

Timeline

  1. 17:42

    True Coffee

    Grab an iced coffee and a snack at True Coffee. It is open until 22:00, so you have plenty of time to settle in before the walk.

  2. 18:12

    Yangon Zoological Gardens

    Walk south to the Yangon Zoological Gardens. The 63-minute walk from the landmark is long, but starting early lets you explore the grounds and find a quiet spot with a clear view of the west.

  3. 18:42

    Yangon Zoological Gardens

    Watch the sunset. On this date, the sun sets at 18:42 toward the WNW. The golden light begins around 18:11, giving you a warm glow over the trees and enclosures.

  4. 19:27

    Shwe Kaung Kywe Tea Shop

    End the evening with a late-night treat. Shwe Kaung Kywe Tea Shop is open 24/7, making it a reliable spot for a final drink or pastry after the sun goes down.

Local tip

The walk from Aung San Suu Kyi's House to the Zoological Gardens is quite long. Start your coffee early to allow enough time to reach the viewing spot before the light fades.

Check before you go

  • Verify the latest opening hours for True Coffee and Shwe Kaung Kywe Tea Shop, as they can change.
  • The walk to the zoo is extensive; wear comfortable shoes and bring water.

Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Yangon (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

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