New Bagan

Bagan, Myanmar

A modern town with a friendly atmosphere and a wider range of amenities.

Places in New Bagan

New Bagan rooftop bars Rooftop bars capitalising on sunset views over the temple plains, with comfortable seating and full menus.

Best time to visit: October to February brings the coolest, driest weather, essential for hours of temple exploration and the clearest hot-air balloon conditions.
Getting around: E-bikes and bicycles are the standard way to cover the temple plain; horse cart tours are also available for a slower pace.
Currency: Burmese Kyat (MMK)
Language: Burmese. English is common in tourism.
Timezone: MMT (UTC+6:30)
Current trends: Bagan continues to see growing interest as a 2025–2026 travel trend on the strength of its UNESCO World Heritage status and relatively undeveloped, primitive character compared to more commercialised Southeast Asian temple sites.

Nyaung-U — Home to some of Bagan's most important historic sites, including Shwezigon Pagoda, ideal for temple enthusiasts wanting to stay close to the main sights.
Old Bagan — The area closest to the river, with stunning views and ancient architecture, though hotel options within the archaeological zone are limited.