10 TOP Things to Do in Yunnan (2024 Activity Guide)

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

Kunming which includes a city, cycling and a sunset

Kunming featuring a city, night scenes and heritage architecture

Kunming showing a city, a high rise building and signage

What to do in Yunnan

Popular places to visit

Erhai Lake

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

Jade Dragon Snow Mountain

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Jade Dragon Snow Mountain during your travels in Yulong. Wander the parks or discover the mountain views in this quaint area.

Stone Forest

Explore the great outdoors at Stone Forest, a lovely green space in Shilin Yi Autonomous County. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area.

Tiger Leaping Gorge

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

Green Lake Park

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

Yunnan University

Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit Yunnan University, during your travels in Kunming. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

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.

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.

Three Pagodas

Find out about the history of Dali Town when you take a trip to Three Pagodas. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the area's mountain views.

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.

Old Town of Lijiang, The town has a history going back more than 1,000 years and was once a confluence for trade along the "Old Tea Horse Caravan Trail". The Dayan Old town is famous for its orderly system of waterways and bridges, a system fast becoming. #OldTownofLijiang #China

Dayan Old Town

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

Tengchong

You'll enjoy the mountain views and museums in Tengchong. You might want to make time for a stop at Tengchong Volcanic Geothermal National Geological Park or Gingko Village.