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Trip.Best Popular Best Things to Do in Yunnan [2024]

Explore the best things to do in Yunnan! Uncover top activities and experiences for an unforgettable visit.
Updated Jun 2024
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    󰺂9.1
    4.5/5
    15168 Review
    From812.65
    taCommentScoreUrlbased on 698 reviews
    "⛰️ Explore the majestic Jade Dragon Snow Mountain near Lijiang! Marvel at its snow-capped peaks, lush forests, and vibrant alpine meadows. Hike scenic trails, discover diverse flora and fauna, and immerse yourself in the natural beauty of Yunnan's highlands. #JadeDragonSnowMountain #NaturalBeauty"
    Yulong
    >100km from downtown
    Featured in 2024 Trip.Best Global 100
    Highlights: Thirteen undulating mountains resemble a dancing silver dragon
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    󰺂9.0
    4.7/5
    12327 Review
    From774.27
    taCommentScoreUrlbased on 89 reviews
    "I went to the Zhongke Botanical Garden for the package bought by Trip.com. I like our Achun tour guide sister. Hehe 😁 If it weren't for her, I might have taken the sightseeing car directly and forced it out of the park. From the introduction of the tour guide, I prefer Banna. Haha, I will come back next time. This time is too short. The tour guide recommended many local restaurants. I will come back next time. Haha has collected it. It is really pure play. The pure play pick-up sisters have no marketing nature. This group is too worth the tour guide. Miss sister returned it to me We really have energy to take pictures. Finally, we slept in the car on the return trip. Hahaha, I went to sleep in Miss Sister's Amway. Haha, I will report to hike next time. 👍"
    Mengla.Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden.Chinese Academy of Scienc
    >100km from downtown
    Featured in 2024 Trip.Best Global 100
    Highlights: A comprehensive botanical garden with exotic flowers and plants
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    4.5/5
    10654 Review
    From180.59
    taCommentScoreUrlbased on 69 reviews
    "Very good, there is a large cruise, the building inside is also quite amazing. I feel that I must wear Dai costumes to take pictures in Manting Park. The photos I took are really amazing."
    Jinghong.Manting Park/Ethnic Cultural Park
    >100km from downtown
    Featured in 2024 Trip.Best Asia 100
    Highlights: Experience the Dai charm and Southeast Asian style
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    4.6/5
    11695 Review
    taCommentScoreUrlbased on 54 reviews
    "Shilin has seen it from the small textbook and has been looking forward to it. This time I have the opportunity to come as soon as possible. The overall is not bad, all the scenes will take a few hours, we will visit a few famous. The tickets are really not cheap."
    Shilin
    >100km from downtown
    Highlights: The Stone Forest is one of Kunming’s must-see sites. Boasting a classic karst topography, the Stone Forest is full of rocky peaks, jagged rocky outcroppings, water caves, and underground rivers. The Stone Forest is centered around the Major Stone Forest and Minor Stone Forest scenic areas. The Minor Stone Forest is thick with outcroppings of rocky peaks, and the Ashima Stone stands here, named after the legendary Yi maiden who turned into the stone when she was forbidden to marry the one she loved. At the Major Stone Forest scenic area, visitors can enjoy the reflection of the Stone Forest in the Lion Pool, or take a boat ride on the Stone Forest Lake.
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    4.6/5
    10330 Review
    Free
    taCommentScoreUrlbased on 876 reviews
    "This tourist attraction is really beautiful. You are able to experience the traditional feelings before. And you'll be able to enjoy the breathtaking view from the top of the mountain."
    Dali.Dali Ancient City
    >100km from downtown
    Featured in 2024 Trip.Best Asia 100
    Highlights: An ancient city with four seasons like spring
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    4.7/5
    9516 Review
    taCommentScoreUrlbased on 888 reviews
    "Very good, good scenery, large area, suitable for self-driving. The lake is clear, there are many hotels and restaurants, parking is convenient, Yunnan and Sichuan can enter and exit, there are many photo scenic spots by the lake, and the altitude is 2,700 meters."
    Ninglang.Lugu Lake Goddness Bay Scenic Area
    >100km from downtown
    Highlights: Lugu Lake is located between Ninglang County of Yunnan Province and Yanyuan County of Sichuan Province. It is named as such because it is shaped like a gourd. The lake is about 2,600 meters above sea level and locals see it as a beautiful pearl shining among the hills of the Northwest plateau. The Mosuo people living on the lake are one of the key highlights of the attraction. They are one of the few matriarchal societies remaining in modern world as women play the role of production and management, holding the principal position in society. There is no marriage, men stay in the women's home as mates called 'Axia' and the intimate relationship lasts as long as they like. While on board a local boat, you will notice that the lake is crystal-clear with swarms of seagulls flying over the water. The surrounding scenery is like a painting that is worth seeing at least once a lifetime!
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    󰺂8.6
    4.3/5
    7244 Review
    From1580.14
    taCommentScoreUrlbased on 74 reviews
    "Entering the north gate, there is a museum at the entrance, which popularizes various pasts of Asian elephants. The suspended plank road in the Wild Elephant Valley is quite long, and you can see the standing signs of various insects. The ropeway is expected to float on it for 30 minutes. There are performances at the South Gate at 12:00 and 14:00 Elephant Science Park, and the elephant will spray water at you."
    Jinghong
    >100km from downtown
    Featured in 2024 Trip.Best Global 100
    Highlights: Located in Jinghong, Yunnan Province, Wild Elephant Valley is a place frequented by wild Asian elephants, hence the name. A footpath as long as 4,000m winds its way amid tropical forests inside, where roaming along, one may get an intimate feel of the rain forest. Rare tropical plants dot either side of the pathway. One may even spot tracks left behind by wild elephants.
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    󰺂8.6
    4.6/5
    7304 Review
    Free
    taCommentScoreUrlbased on 295 reviews
    "Driving around Dianchi Lake for a week, remember to go clockwise, because the lane is by the lake, the reverse is on the periphery, many young people play all the way, there are many meals, take pictures and pay attention to parking inside, do not block the road is also dangerous."
    Kunming.Dianchi Lake Scenic Area/ Sunac World
    >100km from downtown
    Highlights: Dianchi Lake is also called Kunming Lake. It is the sixth largest freshwater lake in China. It has the nickname of "Sparkling Pearl Embedded in a Highland". The lake is wide and spectacular. Every winter, a large flock of red-billed gulls migrate here from Siberia, making it a good place for bird watching and bird feeding. There are different ways to explore Dianchi lake. You can stroll around the lake, cycle, or ride a boat. You can also climb up to the Dragon Gate overlooking Dianchi Lake to get a better view of the entire lake.
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    󰺂8.6
    4.5/5
    11289 Review
    taCommentScoreUrlbased on 511 reviews
    "A rough understanding of the architectural culture of various ethnic groups, very similar to the window of the world in Shenzhen, many basic services in the park have to spend money not so cheap, it was very tired before, at least 3-4 an hour, but if you soak in it for a day, it is still possible. In addition, there is a distance from Dianchi Lake. There is a car outside but there is still a charge. There is a calligrapher's composition on the boat that can be bought for 200 yuan."
    Kunming.Dianchi Lake Scenic Area/ Sunac World
    >100km from downtown
    Featured in 2024 Trip.Best Global 100
    Highlights: The Yunnan Ethnic Village is located on the south side of Kunming, and is one of its most popular attractions. In the village, ethnic minority villages including those of the Dai, Bai, and Yi people are built to a 1:1 proportion. Each village has its own folk customs and craft performances. You can see the customs of many ethnic groups in Yunnan within a day. During minority festivals such as the Songkran Festival in April and the Torch Festival in July and August, the ethnic village will also host lively celebrations.
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    󰺂8.4
    4.3/5
    4490 Review
    taCommentScoreUrlbased on 26 reviews
    "This is a very good original forest park, the park can see lush tropical plants and can buy monkey food to feed the monkeys, there are many performances in the park is still good."
    Jinghong
    >100km from downtown
    Featured in 2024 Trip.Best Global 100
    Highlights: Xishuangbanna Primitive Forest Park is located in the east of Jinghong City, north of Yongjiang River and is a primeval forest. The means of transportation in the park is a tour bus. The main attraction is the Peacock Villa. When the trainers whistle, hundreds of peacocks will cross the sparkling lake, creating an awe-inspiring scene. The other two stations are the Ai'ni Village and the ethnic customs performing arts field. You can both watch the ethnic singing and dancing performances, and participate in the small Songkran Festival.
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FAQ

What are some Best Things to Do in Yunnan?
Some Best Things to Do in Yunnan include:Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Manting Park, Stone Forest, Dali Ancient City
What are some highly-rated Best Things to Do in Yunnan?
Some highly-rated Best Things to Do in Yunnan include:Jade Dragon Snow Mountain:4.5, Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden, Chinese Academy of Sciences:4.7, Manting Park:4.5, Stone Forest:4.6, Dali Ancient City:4.6
At what locations in Yunnan can Best Things to Do in Yunnan be found?
The Best Things to Do in Yunnan are mainly located in:Jade Dragon Snow Mountain:Yulong, Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden, Chinese Academy of Sciences:Mengla, Manting Park:Jinghong, Stone Forest:Shilin, Dali Ancient City:Dali
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