Yangon Zoological Gardens, a recreation center, is located in the heart of Yangon. It is also the center for Zoological and Botanical researchers.

• Yangon Zoological Garden is surrounded with Shwedagon Pagoda, Kandawgyi Garden, and Karaweik Hall.
• Riding an elephant is one of the experiences for visitors.
• A perfect place for studying various wildlife species and birds.
• You can feed the hippo, elephants, and otters.
• The zoo is across the road by way of a pedestrian overpass from Royal Lake.
• The zoo is perfect for family picnics and there are mini-pavilions to sit and be protected from the sun.

Kandawgyi Nature Park is a popular recreation centre of the capital of Yangon. The area of the Garden is 110 acres and water areas is 150 acres.

• You can spend the entire day at this beautiful place relishing nature’s bounty.
• There is a mini zoo and a playground for children and also a couple of restaurants where you can grab quick bites.
• Nice place to walk or jogging or photography.
• There are shops and eateries inside the park so food should not be a problem.