Kunming City Centre Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Kunming Zoo
Kunming City Centre
Kunming City Centre
Kunming Zoo
Kunming Zoo

Popular places to visit

Green Lake Park

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.

Green Lake Park
Yunnan University

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.

Yunnan University
Kunming Zoo

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.

Kunming Zoo
Yuantong Buddhist Temple

Yuantong Buddhist Temple

Find out about the history of Kunming with a stop at Yuantong Buddhist Temple. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Yuantong Buddhist Temple

Nanping Pedestrian Street

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Nanping Pedestrian Street during your visit to Kunming. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Nanping Pedestrian Street

Kunming University of Science and Technology

Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Kunming University of Science and Technology during your travels in Kunming. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Kunming University of Science and Technology

Activities

Kunming: Tile Cat Making Experience

Kunming: Tile Cat Making Private Experience

NZ$254
per adult
Kunming: Tile Cat Making Private Experience
Private Night Tour to Enjoy Dynamic Yunnan Show

Private Night Tour to Enjoy Dynamic Yunnan Show

NZ$178
per adult
Private Night Tour to Enjoy Dynamic Yunnan Show
Jiaozi Snow Mountain Sunrise Summit Hike Overnight Tour

Jiaozi Snow Mountain Sunrise Summit Hike Overnight Tour

NZ$280
per adult
Jiaozi Snow Mountain Sunrise Summit Hike Overnight Tour
Kunming: Stone Forest Private Day Tour

Kunming: Stone Forest Private Day Tour

NZ$479
per adult
Kunming: Stone Forest Private Day Tour
Nizhu River Scenic Area Private Tour by High Speed Train

Nizhu River Scenic Area Private Tour by High Speed Train

NZ$429
per adult
Nizhu River Scenic Area Private Tour by High Speed Train
Unique Teaching Methods

Intensive One-on-one Chinese Course

NZ$1,190
per adult
Intensive One-on-one Chinese Course
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Our pick of the best Kunming City Centre Hotel Deals

Grand Hyatt Kunming

Grand Hyatt Kunming

4.5 out of 5
1 Chongli Street, Panlong District, Kunming
The price is NZ$408 per night from 20 July to 21 July
NZ$408
20 July - 21 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Kunming. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 4 restaurants. Popular attractions Tuodong Stadium and Nanping Pedestrian Street ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (10 reviews)
"Superb service! Spacious, clean, and well designed bathroom!"

Reviewed on 18 Apr. 2025

Grand Hyatt Kunming
Holiday Inn Kunming City Centre by IHG

Holiday Inn Kunming City Centre by IHG

4 out of 5
No. 29 East Dong Feng Road, Panlong District, Kunming, Yunnan
The price is NZ$108 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
NZ$108
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Kunming. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Tuodong Stadium and Nanping ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (332 reviews)
"The night manager Teddy Tang was so helpful when I checked in late at night. He is friendly, courteous and very considerate. The manager in the morning Emily Lou is such a professional in hospitality. The entire staff worked as a team to make customers feel happy and comfortable. They are an asset ..."

Reviewed on 10 Jul. 2025

Holiday Inn Kunming City Centre by IHG
Crowne Plaza Kunming City Centre by IHG

Crowne Plaza Kunming City Centre by IHG

4.5 out of 5
399 Qingnian Road, Wuhua District, Kunming, Yunnan
The price is NZ$153 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
NZ$153
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Kunming. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Nanping Pedestrian Street and East Pagoda ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (192 reviews)
"First thing I noticed when arriving at Crowne Plaza Kunming City Centre is very nice short drive-way direct to the main entrance, under covered. Check-in was smooth and fast. Staff was courteous and helpful, speaking excellent English as well. The room was quite big, with a small balcony. Very clean, ..."

Reviewed on 25 Jun. 2025

Crowne Plaza Kunming City Centre by IHG
JEN Kunming Hotel - Shangri-La Group

JEN Kunming Hotel - Shangri-La Group

4 out of 5
No. 88 Dongfeng East Road, Kunming, Yunnan
The price is NZ$176 per night from 20 July to 21 July
NZ$176
20 July - 21 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Kunming. Enjoy free WiFi, free valet parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Tuodong Stadium and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (13 reviews)
"房间太小了 健身房很棒"

Reviewed on 12 May 2025

JEN Kunming Hotel - Shangri-La Group
Sofitel Kunming

Sofitel Kunming

5 out of 5
777 South Huan Cheng Road, Xishan District, Kunming, Kunming, Yunnan
The price is NZ$256 per night from 19 July to 20 July
NZ$256
19 July - 20 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Kunming. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions West Pagoda and East Pagoda are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (171 reviews)
"Really nice hotel for the price. Spacious room with nice view. 30mins walk to Nanping St for food and shopping. Only drawback that the hotel allows smoking.it has a strong smoke smell in hallway even on a nonsmoking floor."

Reviewed on 14 Jun. 2025

Sofitel Kunming
Grand Park Kunming

Grand Park Kunming

5 out of 5
20 Hong Hua Qiao, Kunming, Yunnan
The price is NZ$105 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
NZ$105
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Kunming. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Green Lake Park and Yuantong Buddhist Temple ...
8/10 Very Good! (109 reviews)
"For what I paid for, it’s a great deal. It’s simple but comfortable enough. The famous lake is in front of the hotel, and it’s not in the center with the lots of night markets, so you can enjoy quiet time."

Reviewed on 5 May 2025

Grand Park Kunming
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Other neighbourhoods around Kunming City Centre

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Xiao Ximen

Xiao Ximen is well liked for its museums and parks. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Green Lake Park and West Pagoda are some interesting sights nearby to check out.

Xiao Ximen
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Luosiwan International Trade Area

Travellers enjoy Luosiwan International Trade Area for its restaurants and museums. Consider checking out West Pagoda while you're in the area.

Luosiwan International Trade Area
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Panlong

4/5(4 area reviews)

Panlong is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Yunnan Railway Museum and Kunming Botanical Garden.

Panlong
Kunming Zoo

Wuhua District

If you're spending some time in Wuhua District, Kunming Zoo and Green Lake Park are top sights worth seeing.

Wuhua District
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Xishan District

3/5(1 area review)

You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Xishan District. You might want to make time for a stop at West Pagoda or Lake Dian.

Xishan District
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Guandu

You'll enjoy the parks and waterfront in Guandu. You might want to make time for a stop at Yunnan Provincial Museum or Lake Dian.

Guandu

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