Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Mandalay September 2025 | Expedia.co.uk [Mandalay Travel Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Mandalay.dx2251)[Hotels in Mandalay](https://expedia.co.uk/Mandalay-Hotels.d2251.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Mandalay](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Mandalay.d2251.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Mandalay Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Mandalay.d2251.Car-Hire-Guide)[Mandalay Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Mandalay.d2251.Holidays-City-Breaks) # What to do in Mandalay ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Mandalay Types of activities [Mandalay travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Mandalay.dx2251) ![Mandalay](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/59cf7bbba92e5730e3f146535086900f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Mandalay](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/81036049a310c1129bfb7ea7c7e108c2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Mandalay](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/5bd4058a660c62c4e1b3f721bce78e70.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Photo by Tracy Glenn](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/dc6c5e02ee752ffa355fd1beae062b4a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Tracy Glenn](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/dc6c5e02ee752ffa355fd1beae062b4a.jpg) ![Photo by Point & shoot + Wanderlust](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/88ec3262d52392da1f6daaf386bf41df.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Point & shoot + Wanderlust](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/88ec3262d52392da1f6daaf386bf41df.jpg) ## Mandalay Attractions Next stop: Mandalay! You're ready to chart a course in a new direction. Perpetually prepared for inventive ways to get inspired and have an enlightening experience, you're prepared to check out an exciting travel spot from top to bottom. Find and book your activities today, and all that's left to do is count the days until your trip and think about all the places you'll go, because Expedia makes it easy to book loads of things to do. - Book your favourite adventures on Expedia for significant savings, and you'll still have enough cash for a top hotel or decadent dinner while you're visiting. The things to do in Mandalay are not only top-notch, but they won't break the bank. We have 10 things to do here, and you can get them beginning at £23. - Mandalay is popular among sightseers like you. In fact, lots of travellers have been visiting Mandalay to dive into local history and culture and explore the best things to do, and many of them are already thinking of return. The top things to do can get the interest of even experienced travellers, and that includes savvy visitors like you. Our activities includes a wide array of entertainment and opportunities for excitement. With unequalled ways to discover the best this area has to provide like a [Half-Day Meditation Retreat at Sagaing Hill](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/half-day-meditation-retreat-at-sagaing-hill.a345864.activity-details) to one-of-a kind ways to see the best this area has to provide like a [Private Half-Day City & U Bein Bridge Tour](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-half-day-city-u-bein-bridge-tour.a299776.activity-details), there is a huge selection of possibilities to choose from when you consider all the things you can do here at Expedia. Our activities are the perfect way to organise your getaway. It takes a game plan to make the most of a trip to Mandalay, especially when you wish to include lots of exciting activities. And it's a no-brainer that you're someone who likes to get out and about遥ou're ready to get out and take it all in. You're excited to sign up for the most essential activities around, and an exploration of historic city neighbourhoods is a perfect way to spend an afternoon. Book guided tours on Expedia, and you don't need a map. * * * Explore thousands of activities with **free cancellation and no added fees**. Design your experience with airport transfers, excursions, day tours & more. Get an insider's look in what to book before you travel. * * * ## Recommended things to do in Mandalay | Number of things to do | 10 | | --- | --- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Day Cruise Bagan to Mandalay](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/null.a2539473.activity-details): £23 | | Top 5 things to do | - [Mandalay Half-day Biking Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/mandalay-half-day-biking-tour.a541042.activity-details) - [Mandalay Full-Day Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/mandalay-full-day-tour.a1369306.activity-details) - [Amarapura,Mingun,Sagaing,Innwa Sightseeing Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/amarapura-mingun-sagaing-innwa-sightseeing-tour.a1451392.activity-details) - [Amarapura,Sagaing,Mingun,Ava or Innwa](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/amarapura-sagaing-mingun-ava-or-innwa.a707125.activity-details) - [Mandalay Fullday Sightseeing](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/mandalay-fullday-sightseeing.a727611.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | | | With kids | - [Day Cruise Bagan to Mandalay](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/null.a2539473.activity-details) | ## What to do in Mandalay * * * ### Popular places to visit ![Kuthodaw Pagoda](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/a7f55a8ce7c1a2b3c3b961672b38a88e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kuthodaw Pagoda You can learn about the history of Mandalay with a trip to Kuthodaw Pagoda. Discover the cocktail bars in this culturally rich area or seek out the cycling trails. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kuthodaw-Pagoda-Mandalay.d6114606.Attraction) ![Mahamuni Buddha Temple](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/d3c38b7fb20aa72545ce996cfbba3a43.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mahamuni Buddha Temple Find out about the history of Mandalay when you spend time at Mahamuni Buddha Temple. Discover the area's cocktail bars or seek out the cycling trails. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mahamuni-Buddha-Temple-Mandalay.d553248621532742277.Attraction) ![Shwenandaw Monastery](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/88ec3262d52392da1f6daaf386bf41df.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Shwenandaw Monastery Find out about the history of Mandalay with a stop at Shwenandaw Monastery. Discover the cocktail bars in this culturally rich area or seek out the cycling trails. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Shwenandaw-Monastery-Mandalay.d553248621563234608.Attraction) ![U Bein's Bridge](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/59cf7bbba92e5730e3f146535086900f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### U Bein's Bridge Learn about the local history of Amarapura when you spend time at U Bein's Bridge. Discover the area's cocktail bars or seek out the cycling trails. [](https://expedia.co.uk/U-Beins-Bridge-Mandalay.d6114664.Attraction) ![Shwenandaw Kyaung](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/f0817d9d3b6711a3ad8f3cc291d5789f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Shwenandaw Kyaung You can learn about the history of Mandalay with a stop at Shwenandaw Kyaung. Discover the cocktail bars in this culturally rich area or seek out the cycling trails. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Shwenandaw-Kyaung-Mandalay.d553248621526917877.Attraction) #### Jade Market You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Jade Market during your trip to Mandalay. Discover the area's cocktail bars or seek out the cycling trails. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Jade-Market-Mandalay.d553248621526917866.Attraction) #### Mandalay Palace After visiting Mandalay Palace, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Mandalay. Discover the area's cocktail bars or seek out the cycling trails. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mandalay-Palace-Mandalay.d6114614.Attraction) #### Mandalay Hill Explore the great outdoors at Mandalay Hill, a lovely green space in Mandalay. Discover the cocktail bars in this culturally rich area or seek out the cycling trails. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mandalay-Hill-Mandalay.d6114612.Attraction) #### Yadanarpon Diamond Plaza During your visit to Mandalay, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Yadanarpon Diamond Plaza. Discover the area's cocktail bars or seek out the cycling trails. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Yadanarpon-Diamond-Plaza-Mandalay.d553248621560926692.Attraction) * * * Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. * * * ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Mandalay worth visiting? > Renowned for its history and culture, discovering fun things to do in Mandalay is a cinch. Don't forget to add Mandalay Palace to your itinerary when here. ### How do I spend a day in Mandalay? > When you've checked off popular attractions like Mandalay Palace and Jade Market, spend the rest of your day enjoying Mandalay's shopping and dining scene. ### What is the top tourist attraction in Mandalay? > Don't go home without checking out Mandalay Palace, ranked the top tourist attraction in Mandalay. ### Is three days enough to stay in Mandalay? > Three days in Mandalay is plenty of time to visit the city's major attractions. Many guests spend three days on average. Mandalay Palace, Mandalay Marionettes Theatre and Jade Market are highly rated sights. Want to see more? Hang around a bit longer to explore nearby hotspots such as Pyin Oo Lwin. ### What are some activities to do in Mandalay with kids? > Deciding what to do in Mandalay with kids has never been simpler. Whether you're getting away with teenagers or toddlers, there are many family-friendly sights to keep them busy here. > > > > - [Day Cruise Bagan to Mandalay](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/null.a2539473.activity-details) ### What to do in Mandalay for adults? > There are lots of things to do in Mandalay, with experiences for adults of all ages. Finish your day off at Yadanarpon Diamond Plaza or Kusinara Pagoda. ### Are there free things to do in Mandalay? > In Mandalay, Jade Market is a top spot for anyone looking to enjoy the city without reaching for their wallet. Also, wander around the green spaces and other neighbourhoods, and ask a local tour guide for ideas. 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