National Museum of Myanmar

Myanmar National Museum – Honest Impressions The Myanmar National Museum is almost empty — you might find yourself being the only visitor inside. It feels quite deserted, which can be peaceful but also a bit eerie. Bags are not allowed inside. You have to leave them at the entrance in a locker, which is securely locked. The staff are generally friendly and helpful. However, one major downside is that photography is not allowed inside the museum. This is quite disappointing, as most national museums around the world allow visitors to take photos. The museum lacks air conditioning, so it gets uncomfortably hot inside. The exhibits and overall layout feel somewhat underwhelming and basic — it gives off a rather neglected or half-hearted vibe. On the plus side, the entrance fee is cheap, just a few US dollars. But overall, it’s not a very impressive experience unless you’re deeply interested in Burmese history and have time to spare.

The admission fee is 10k now. One locker room for sorting your bag, and a few room prohibited the photoshoots on an piece of paper attached to the ticket also the sign at the door of each a a reminder. Loved the rich culture including the folk art, clothing and the precious display of the royal family items. A great way to get a glimpse of Myanmar and as in its history and geography. It is not as modern and advanced as the ones in those developed countries, but they have made their best efforts showcasing the country obviously.

Surprisingly empty. No bags allowed inside but there are lockers you can rent. Phones are allowed but some areas are off limits for photography. 4 floors with 3-4 galleries per floor. It has everything from Royal Regalia and thrones to prehistoric dinosaur bones. The gallery on the major tribes that make up Myanmar was fascinating as was the music and art gallery. Well worth a visit if you are in the city. Give yourself 2-3 hours to explore.

If you are spending vacation in Yagoon and also interested in learning the culture of Myanmar, the National Museum of Myanmar should be in your to-go lists. This is the main museum of Burmese art, history and culture in Myanmar. The National Museum of Myanmar is a treasure chest of priceless stone inscriptions, documents, carvings, paintings and a host of other artifacts that testify to the ancient culture and civilization of the Myanmar people. Visiting this museum enlightens one with greater knowledge and understanding of beautiful the Myanmar nation and its people. It has an extensive collection of ancient artifacts, ornaments, work of art, inscriptions and historic memorabilia, related to history, culture and civilization of Burmese people.

I was there last year people said its closed now as they plan to move it to another place so you need to check about this. But although of this I want to share my experience about this amazing museum as I really enjoyed to be there last year. First you pay as forginer 500k and you have to leave your bag at outside locker and it's mandatory The museum consist of 5 floors each one has a story and it's special and different items. If you want to know about Burma history and traditions and culture this will be the best place ever as almost show every thing you need to know specially its very hard to find someone explain all of this to you as the history of Burma is long and complicated. I took around 1.5 hours to finish my tour and still feeling its not enough. Overall its a great experience and I hope it still open.

+ Stunning ground floor of the original golden Lion throne showroom from Mandalay. Third floor golden jewelry & Forth floor custom was interesting of showing some highlights of the 135 different tribes history and fashion. + Washroom on every floor. Convenient. - Though not too impressed the young girl guide asking up front for tips if the tour is satisfactory. Reminds of like being in Cuba. Difference being in here she’s polite, friendly & attentive to everyone of our group. Cuba was total opposite. Whole trip in Myanmar has never been asked nor expected tips. - Certain area no photography nor video allowed. Lights at certain floor was quite dim. Entrance Free for locals. 5000 Y for foreigner. Nice staff. English speaking staff available to tour around.

An extensive and great cross section of Myanmar split across so many levels! I spent several hours strolling through the collection. The building itself needs a great deal of work - many lights were not working and some of the rooms had lost their air conditioning. Overall, a nice way to get a solid understanding of Myanmar’s history and culture

Prepare to slowly spend 2 to 3 hours here, enjoy the exhibits in various spacious large rooms located on 5 floors. Took me about 45 minutes walk through very fast. Very few people on Saturday afternoon, not crowed. K5000 fee is well worth it, cost the museum a lot of money to operate it, not cheap to pay for electricity cost just to run many air conditioners there, unlikely it can make profit due to small number of visitors each day, it must be subsidized by government so it can stay in operation. Tons of real artifacts, there are some replicas, mostly real. This museum is very interesting for people who can spend time slowly enjoy the little details in the exhibits. Can be much better if provide more history information in English. Interested in ancient Burma/Myanmar? This place has plenty to see.