Although we had heard rumours that the best pieces in the Myanmar Gems Museum, (eg world's largest star sapphire, worlds largest rough ruby, world's largest natural pearl) had been moved to the new Myanmar capital at Naypyidaw, we wanted to double check so we did go to the Museum. However upon enquiring at the Ticket Desk on the 4th Floor,... More

If you have time to kill before catching airplane you can swing by this, but it is not impressive. This is not NYC's Museum of Natural History's gem collection - not by a long shot More

When paying to enter museum, staff are brusk. You must put your belongings in a locker. You just walk around and read the signage in English. Staff do not provide tours or answer questions. Downstairs you can shop. However our hotel staff told us to only purchase items from a government licensed jeweler a few buildings away - sky high... More

There were more shops than exhibits ! There was also a map of Myanmar in the museum that had buttons one pressed to light up places where gemstones are excavated. It is a good idea, but the lights were very confusing. More

The Gems Museum sales shops are chock a block full from expensive gems to the less expensive semi-precious. There is a great selection for every pocketbook. The salespeople are helpful and will tell you, if you ask, whether the rubies are African or Burmese. It certainly is an overload, so be prepared! More

sadly tossed for the Gem Museum over the National Museum. Much to my regret! Unless you have seen everything it Yangon, its not worth the bother More

Some very nice gems and jewellery on sale here. Jade carvings are very good and resonably priced. More

I have been to this museum several times over the past years and I always keep it on my to do list. Myanmar is a country rich in gems and this museum located on the top floor of a jewelry sales building shows quite a few beauties! We say imperial jade, carvings of jade tea cups, 20 carat star rubies... More

We did not go in after checking that the best items have been removed to the new capital. Decided not to spend $5 to go in. The museum is one floor, the other three being gem shops. More