Things to Do in Yunnan in 2025

Kunming Zoo showing a high rise building and a city as well as a small group of people

Kunming showing a city, a sunset and cycling

Yunnan featuring a river or creek and a city

Kunming showing heritage architecture, a city and night scenes

Kunming which includes a city, signage and a skyscraper

Most popular activities in Yunnan

Tours & day trips

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Kunming Yunnan Ethnic Village Private Tour

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Cruises & boat tours

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

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Classes & workshops

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Kunming: Tile Cat Making Private Experience

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Wildlife & nature

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2 Day Ha Giang Jeep Tour

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Food, drink & nightlife

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Cangshan Mountain hike and organic homemade dinner

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What to do in Yunnan

Discover the most popular places to visit in Yunnan

Erhai Lake

5/5(2 reviews)

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 Scenic Area

5/5(7 reviews)

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.

Tiger Leaping Gorge

5/5(8 reviews)

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

4.5/5(4 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.

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

4.5/5(4 reviews)

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

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.

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.