Kunming City Centre Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Kunming City Centre
Popular places to visit
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
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.
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.
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.
Activities
Discovery more Kunming evening Food Tour with Local Guide
2 Days Kunming City Tour with Professional Private Tour Guide
Our pick of the best Kunming City Centre Hotel Deals
Grand Hyatt Kunming
"This stylish new hotel in Kunming exceeded my expectations. The room was comfortable, the gym nicely lit and well equipped, and the food delicious. Both Managers Liu and Jerry were professional. Overall a pleasant stay. I’d come again."
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Nostalgia S Hotel(Kunming Dongfeng Square)
"Veet good, spacious, clean, helpful staff. Easy to get cab"
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Holiday Inn Kunming City Centre by IHG
"Reception was very helpful"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Kunming Jin Jiang Hotel
"The lobby area is very nice and the property is clean. Very good breakfast buffet with mix of Western and Chinese offerings. Our room on the 18th floor was clean and comfortable, felt like a budget chain hotel in the US. The only negative the carpet and furnishings which are worn and could stand ..."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Sofitel Kunming
"Very modern, very clean. Good size room."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Ramada Encore by Wyndham Kunming Guandu
"Room is clean and front desk staff are helpful. The only draw back is none of them can speak in English."
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Kunming City Centre
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.
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.
Panlong
Panlong is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Kunming Botanical Garden and Yunnan Railway Museum.
Wuhua District
If you're spending some time in Wuhua District, Kunming Zoo and Green Lake Park are top sights worth seeing.
Xishan District
You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Xishan District. You might want to make time for a stop at Kunming Sports Training Base or Lake Dian.
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.
