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Mrauk Uမြောက်ဦး
Spend 1–2 days in Mrauk U; a full day covers the main temple complex, another half day for nearby ruins or a bike ride.
Mrauk U is a compact archaeological town in Rakhine State. Its core – the royal palace, Shitthaung Pagoda and surrounding temples – can be explored on foot in a single day. Adding a bike ride to out‑lying sites or a short boat trip makes a second half‑day worthwhile. Overnight stays are cheap, so a 1‑2‑day visit fits most itineraries.
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- Weather
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- Currency
- MMK
- Best months
- Nov–Mar
- avoid May–Oct (monsoon, poor road conditions)
- Airport
- SWQ
- Nights
- 1
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What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Mrauk U199 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
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- Cash or card?checkPayment and banking conditions are not assessed here; check with your bank and your government advice.Myanmar-wide
- SafetyMrauk U is generally safe for tourists, but stay alert to occasional security alerts, keep valuables hidden, and follow local advice on travel routes.
- Emergency numbers199 police · 192 fire & ambulance (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportSWQ Sittwe Airport (Closest commercial airport; buses or boat from here to Mrauk U (6–7 h).).
- Getting aroundWalk the town centre; rent a bicycle (≈2,000 kyat per day) from most guesthouses; trishaw or tuk‑tuk for longer trips…
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- BeerMyanmar beer (bottle)₭2,500
- Museum or sight ticketCity entry fee (foreigners)₭10,000
- Budget bedBudget guesthouse bed, a night, per personMMK 6,000
- Mid-range bedMid‑range bungalow, a night, per roomMMK 25,000
- High-end bedMid‑range bungalow, a night, per roomMMK 35,000
A day, not counting the bed: Budget MMK 6,000 · Mid MMK 9,500 · High MMK 15,000
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- SWQ Sittwe Airport (Closest commercial airport; buses or boat from here to Mrauk U (6–7 h).)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Feb
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Mar
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Apr
not flagged
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
May
Avoid
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
Jun
Avoid
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
Jul
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Aug
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Sep
Avoid
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Oct
Avoid
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Nov
Best
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Dec
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Best: Nov–Mar. Avoid: May–Oct. Month by month →
Warmest May (35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)), coolest Jan (20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C) low), wettest Jul (12 rain days), driest Jan (2). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Mrauk U: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
2 rd
Feb
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
2 rd
Mar
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
3 rd
Apr
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
5 rd
May
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
8 rd
Jun
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
10 rd
Jul
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
12 rd
Aug
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
12 rd
Sep
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
11 rd
Oct
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
6 rd
Nov
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
3 rd
Dec
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
2 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Walk the town centre; rent a bicycle (≈2,000 kyat per day) from most guesthouses; trishaw or tuk‑tuk for longer trips; boat trips to nearby islands on request.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Sittwe
goDoor to door: ≈ 3–7 h
Boat from Mrauk U (express 3 h) or bus (6–7 h)
Coastal town, good for fresh seafood and a night stay.
Wethali
goDoor to door: ≈ 1 h round trip
Hire a jeep or local pickup, 8 km (5 mi) north, 30 min driveHire a jeep or local pickup, 5 mi (8 km) north, 30 min drive
Ancient capital site with ruins and a notable statue.
Launggret and Parein
goDoor to door: ≈ 1 h total
Boat from Mrauk U, 30 min each way
Small hill and shrine, easy half‑day visit.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Happy Garden
Budget bungalows, 15,000 kyat per night, includes breakfast.
Lay Myoe River Guest House
Single rooms from 6,000 kyat, highly rated on TripAdvisor.
Kyaw Soe Guest House
Double rooms 8–14,000 kyat, basic but clean.
Prince Hotel
Mid‑range bungalows, US$28–39 per night.
Mrauk U Palace Resort & Restaurant
AC rooms, US$28–35, includes breakfast.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- ₭5,000–8,000 excl. bed
- Mid
- ₭8,000–12,000 excl. bed
Trip budget
| Mid‑range bungalow1 × 1 night × MMK 25,000 | MMK 25,000 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × MMK 9,500 | MMK 19,000 |
| Bike rental (1 day)2 × MMK 2,000 · check | MMK 4,000 |
| City entry fee2 × MMK 10,000 · check | MMK 20,000 |
| eSIM (1 week data)2 × MMK 2,500 · check | MMK 5,000 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | MMK 7,300 |
| Trip total≈ MMK 40,150 per person per day, bed included | MMK 80,300 |
2026 estimate in kyat; flights, visas and long‑distance bus not included.
Prices of common things
| Myanmar beer (bottle) | ₭2,500 |
| Meal at a local restaurant | ₭1,000–3,000 |
| Bike rental (per day) | ₭2,000 |
| City entry fee (foreigners) | ₭10,000 |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- City entry fee for foreigners: 10,000 kyat, usually collected at Shitthaung Pagoda.
- Boat services can skip days; keep a buffer if relying on them.
- Roads to outlying sites are rough; use a sturdy bike or hire a jeep.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 199
- Fire & ambulance
- 192
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Mrauk Uမြောက်ဦး
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Emergency
- Police199
- Fire & ambulance192
Embassy
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Sittwe → Mrauk U boat (express, 3 h): ≈ US$20 per person (check)
- Bike rental (per day): ≈ ₭2,000
Say or show
- တောင်းပန်ပါတယ် — Excuse me / Sorry (taung pan ba de)
- ကျေးဇူးတင်ပါတယ် — Thank you (kyei zu tin ba de)
- ဘယ်လောက်လဲ? — How much is it? (be laut le?)
- အိမ်သာဘယ်မှာလဲ? — Where is the toilet? (ein tha be hmar le?)
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Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Mrauk U. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Nov–Mar · avoid May–Oct (monsoon, poor road conditions)
- 1 airport and 5 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 2 bands
- 3 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
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