HomeAsiaSoutheast AsiaMyanmarMandalay 14 Places to Visit in Mandalay + Things To Do By Marcos Detourista. Updated on October 1, 2022. Where to go in Mandalay? Achieve your travel goals with this list of beautiful destinations, things to do, best places to visit, Mandalay tourist spots, attractions & more. Mandalay is the second largest city in Myanmar. It is known primarily for its Buddhism heritage. Among many temples, pagodas, and other traditional structures, the city plays host to the last royal palace of the last monarchy when Myanmar was still Burma. For that alone, people add Mandalay Fort to their itinerary to have the best experience of the country. Another top attraction in the city is the Shwenandaw Monastery, a 19th Century structure first built as a royal apartment. Everything about the monastery is impressive; the carvings and sculptures on teak wood are exceptional. Like most destinations in Myanmar, Mandalay also boasts several pretty pagodas worth visiting. They include the KuThoDaw Pagoda and Sanda Muni Pagoda, located at the foot of the Mandalay Hill. If the pagodas are attractive enough, Mandalay Hill is drawing interest on its own, especially among pilgrims. It has been serving locals for over two centuries. Mandalay is a fantastic side trip to add to your Myanmar itinerary. The city is a gateway for tourists who want to get to Myanmar’s best spots. Mandalay International Airport also serves direct flights to Singapore, India, China, and Thailand. To help with your trip planning, I’ve added links to the locations on Google Maps. Feel free to click/tap on the links posted below. Then, use the “save” feature on the Google Maps app for easy reference. But before you start ticking goals off your bucketlist, here are travel essentials & discounts you’ll need to check. Pre-book online for a hassle-free trip! Mandalay travel essentials Click below to compare rates & read reviews: Mandalay HotelsTours + discountsFlights View all travel tips on: Mandalay. 1. Mandalay Hill Mandalay Hill sunset view, Myanmar Mandalay Hill view from Mandalay Royal Palace, Myanmar Mandalay Hill sunset view, Myanmar Location: Mandalay, Myanmar (Burma). Save on Google Maps. For more travel inspiration, follow Detourista on: InstagramFacebooktiktokPinterest Ancient Cities near Mandalay 2. Mingun Hsinbyume Pagoda in Mingun, Greater Mandalay, Myanmar Mingun Bell in Greater Mandalay, Myanmar Mingun Pahtodawgyi in Greater Mandalay, Myanmar Mandalay-Mingun Ferry view, Myanmar Location: Myanmar (Burma). Save on Google Maps. 3. U-Bein Bridge & Amarapura Ubein Bridge in Amarapura, Greater Mandalay, Myanmar Location: Amarapura, Mandalay, Myanmar (Burma). Save on Google Maps. 4. Sagaing U Min Thonze Pagoda in Sagaing, Greater Mandalay, Myanmar Kaung Mu Taw Pagoda in Sagaing, Greater Mandalay, Myanmar Pon Nya Shin Pagoda in Sagaing, Greater Mandalay, Myanmar Thidagu World Buddhist University in Sagaing, Greater Mandalay, Myanmar Location: Sagaing, Myanmar (Burma). Save on Google Maps. 5. Inwa (Ava Old Palace) Maha Aungmye Bonzan Monastery, Inwa, Greater Mandalay, Myanmar Inna moat in Innwa, Greater Mandalay, Myanmar Location: Inn Wa, Myanmar (Burma). Save on Google Maps. Where to go in Mandalay city center 6. Maha Myat Muni Pagoda Golden Buddha at Maha Myat Muni Paya (pagoda) in Mandalay, Myanmar Location: Mahamuni, Mandalay, Myanmar (Burma). Save on Google Maps. 7. Mandalay Palace Mandalay Royal Palace in Mandalay, Myanmar Mandalay Royal Palace in Mandalay, Myanmar The Bee Throne at Mandalay Royal Palace in Mandalay, Myanmar Location: Mandalay, Myanmar (Burma). Save on Google Maps. 8. Kuthodaw Pagoda Kuthodaw Pagoda in Mandalay, Myanmar Kuthodaw Pagoda, Mandalay Location: Mandalay, Myanmar (Burma). Save on Google Maps. 9. Shwenandaw Kyaung (Golden Palace Monastery) Shwenandaw Kyaung (Golden Palace Monastery) in Mandalay, Myanmar Location: Mandalay, Myanmar (Burma). Save on Google Maps. 10. Sanda Muni Pagoda Sanda Muni Pagoda in Mandalay, Myanmar Sanda Muni Pagoda in Mandalay, Myanmar Location: Mandalay Hill St, Mandalay, Myanmar (Burma). Save on Google Maps. 11. Atumashi Kyaung Atumashi Monastery in Mandalay, Myanmar Location: 62 Street, 12×14 Street, Dawna Bwar Ward, Aung Myay Tharsan Tsp, Myanmar (Burma). Save on Google Maps. 12. Kyauktawgyi Pagoda Kyauktawgyi Pagoda in Mandalay, Myanmar Location: Mandalay Hill St, Mandalay, Myanmar (Burma). Save on Google Maps. 13. Shwe In Bin Monastery Shwe In Bin (Wooden Teak) Monastery in Mingun, Greater Mandalay, Myanmar Shwe In Bin (Wooden Teak) Monastery in Mingun, Greater Mandalay, Myanmar Location: Mandalay, Myanmar (Burma). Save on Google Maps. 14. Hsipaw View of the Goteik Gorge aboard the Mandalay to Hsipaw train in Greater Mandalay, Myanmar Location: Northern Myanmar. Save on Google Maps. Hsipaw Travel Essentials Where to stay See more: Hsipaw travel tips 9 Places To Visit in Hsipaw Bagan Location: Northern Myanmar. Save on Google Maps. Bagan Travel Essentials Where to stay See more: Bagan travel tips Bagan Itinerary + Travel Guide Yangon Sunset at Shwedagon Paya (Pagoda) in Central Yangon, Myanmar Save on Google Maps. Yangon Travel Essentials Where to stayTours + discounts Top discounts Yangon Highlights Private Tour Yangon and Bagan Bus – VIP Ticket (One Way) Yangon Full Day Walking Tour What places have you added to your bucketlist? Have you been to beautiful places in Mandalay that should be on this list? Feel free to share your thoughts! Places to visit in Mandalay Mandalay tourist spots, things to do in Mandalay, where to go in Mandalay & more. 1. Mandalay Hill 2. Mingun 3. U-Bein Bridge & Amarapura 4. Sagaing 5. Inwa (Ava Old Palace) 6. Maha Myat Muni Pagoda 7. Mandalay Palace 8. Kuthodaw Pagoda 9. Shwenandaw Kyaung (Golden Palace Monastery) 10. Sanda Muni Pagoda 11. Atumashi Kyaung 12. Kyauktawgyi Pagoda 13. Shwe In Bin Monastery 14. Hsipaw Bagan Yangon Note: Destinations featured above are not listed by rank. Where to Stay in Mandalay Click below & search recommended Mandalay hotels/hostels/home rentals within your budget. Remember to set your min/max price, travel dates, and sort by review ratings. I often book online with these trusted booking sites below for rock-bottom prices & convenient bookings. AgodaBooking.com Book sooner rather than later if you already have your dates set. 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