10 TOP Things to Do in Yunnan (2026 Activity Guide)

Kunming Zoo which includes a skyscraper and a city as well as a small group of people

Kunming featuring cycling, a city and a sunset

Yunnan featuring a river or creek and a city

Kunming which includes a city, night scenes and heritage architecture

Kunming showing a high-rise building, a city and signage

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3-Day Ha Giang Loop Tour from Ha Noi and Return

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8 Day Tour of Kunming Dali Lijiang and Shangri La

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Ha Giang loop 3 or 4 Days, Small Group Tour (within easy riders)

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Shangri-La Middle Tiger Leaping Gorge High Road Hike

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Kunming: 8-Day Yunnan Tour with Dali and Lijiang

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What to do in Yunnan

Popular places to visit

Erhai Lake

5/5(1 review)

Visit the “ear-shaped” lake on the edge of Dali to find waterfront parklands, tiny islands and fishermen who practice traditional fishing methods.

Cool ancient town in Lijiang, Yunnan #instone

Lijiang Old Town

5/5(1 review)

Find out about the history of Lijiang when you take a trip to Lijiang Old Town. Discover the mountain views in this culturally rich area.

Green, the colour of nature, brings calm and balance.

Green Lake Park

4/5(3 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Green Lake Park, a lovely green space in Kunming. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Tiger Leaping Gorge

5/5(1 review)

Challenge yourself to this cliff-edge trek and be rewarded with unforgettable views across terraced farmland, snowy peaks and the mighty Yangtze River.

China, Yunnan Province, Jade Dragon Snow Mountain

Jade Dragon Snow Mountain Scenic Area

4/5(1 review)

You can take time to visit Jade Dragon Snow Mountain Scenic Area during your travels to Yulong. Wander the parks or discover the mountain views in this quaint area.

Affirmation without discipline is the beginning of delusion.

- Jim Rohn

I have many Chinese students who, because I teach them one to one and have forged a relationship with them, tell me a great deal about their personal life. One of the things I have learned is that Middle School and University students spend time, during grade 7, 10 and their freshman year in university, training in the military.

Personally, I would hate it and don't ascribe to its practice. However, as an observer of political economy and nation states, I must admit that it is of incredible benefit. China has a vibrance to it and it owes this in part to the level of discipline that exists throughout its society.

On the contrary, in the US, there is a malaise that runs deep within its core. It is rotting from the inside out. Everywhere, you here the cry of how great America is, an affirmation without any discipline. It is a profound self-delusion and it is about to bite us all squarely on the ass.

Yunnan University

Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Yunnan University during your travels in Kunming. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Kunming Zoo

More than 50 species of animals are on display at this zoo, but the star attractions are the pretty plantings of cherry and plum trees on the slopes of Yuantong Hill.

Stone Forest

You can take time to visit Stone Forest during your travels to Shilin Yi Autonomous County. Wander the parks or discover the area's mountain views.

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Lake Dian

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Dian during your travels in Kunming. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Areas of Yunnan

Kunming City Centre

Kunming City Centre is noteworthy for its lake views, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Green Lake Park and Nanping Pedestrian Street.

Dayan Old Town

Dayan Old Town is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Lijiang Old Town and Lijiang Mural.

Dali Ancient Town

5/5(2 area reviews)

Dali Ancient Town is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like South Gate and Yu'er Park.

Tengchong

You'll enjoy the mountain views and museums in Tengchong. You might want to make time for a stop at Heshun Town or Tengchong Volcanic Scenic Area.

Jade Dragon Snow Mountain of #Lijiang.

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Gucheng District

While visiting Gucheng District, you might make a stop by sights like Hong Kong Compatriots Donate Monument and Lijiang Old Town.

Shuanglang

While visiting Shuanglang, you might make a stop by sights like Erhai Lake and Nanzhao Folk Island.

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