Xiao Ximen

Kunming

Photo by Scott Tate
Photo by Scott Tate

Popular places to visit

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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
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

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

Yunnan University
Stone Forest

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.

Stone Forest
orchid... a great good morning Hi in the lobby ... nice place to take photo

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.

Lake Dian
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 Temple is a 1200 year old Buddhist temple in the heart of Kunming. ¥6 to enter but totally worth it.

Yuantong Buddhist Temple

Yuantong Buddhist Temple is just one of the places to see in Kunming, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Yuantong Buddhist Temple

Xiao Ximen Hotel Deals

Grand Hyatt Kunming

Grand Hyatt Kunming

5 out of 5
1 Chongli Street Kunming
The price is ₩249,707 per night from Dec 23 to Dec 24
₩249,707
₩291,159 total
Dec 23 - Dec 24
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 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! (15 reviews)
Excellent room. All shades are automatic. Beautiful room

Reviewed on Oct 28, 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 Kunming Yunnan
The price is ₩57,286 per night from Dec 28 to Dec 29
₩57,286
₩66,795 total
Dec 28 - Dec 29
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kunming. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Tuodong Stadium and Nanping ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (354 reviews)
I stayed in a suite room at Holiday Inn Kunming and had a great experience. The room was spacious and very clean, with two bathrooms—one in the living room and one in the bedroom. There’s a dedicated workspace in the living area, which is perfect for business travelers. The bed was comfortable, and ...

Reviewed on Dec 7, 2025

Holiday Inn Kunming City Centre by IHG
InterContinental Kunming by IHG

InterContinental Kunming by IHG

4.5 out of 5
No. 5 Yijing Road, National Tourism Kunming Yunnan
The price is ₩169,759 per night from Jan 7 to Jan 8
₩169,759
₩197,939 total
Jan 7 - Jan 8, 2026
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Kunming. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Hongta Sports Center and Kunming Sports Training ...
9/10 Wonderful! (80 reviews)
Quality hotel all around

Reviewed on Oct 13, 2025

InterContinental Kunming by IHG
DoubleTree by Hilton Kunming Airport

DoubleTree by Hilton Kunming Airport

4 out of 5
No.12001-1, Airport Road Kunming Yunnan Province
The price is ₩87,922 per night from Dec 23 to Dec 24
₩87,922
₩102,517 total
Dec 23 - Dec 24
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kunming. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants.
9.2/10 Wonderful! (42 reviews)
Good

Reviewed on Nov 21, 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Kunming Airport
Sofitel Kunming

Sofitel Kunming

5 out of 5
777 South Huan Cheng Road Kunming Kunming, Yunnan
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₩146,887 per night from Dec 25 to Dec 26
₩146,887
₩171,270 total
Dec 25 - Dec 26
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this 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! (182 reviews)
Nice location and clean room

Reviewed on Dec 18, 2025

Sofitel Kunming
Crowne Plaza Kunming City Centre by IHG

Crowne Plaza Kunming City Centre by IHG

4.5 out of 5
399 Qingnian Road Kunming Yunnan
The price is ₩105,758 per night from Dec 28 to Dec 29
₩105,758
₩123,314 total
Dec 28 - Dec 29
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this 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! (204 reviews)
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Reviewed on Dec 6, 2025

Crowne Plaza Kunming City Centre by IHG
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Luosiwan International Trade Area

Restaurants and museums are just a few things travelers like about Luosiwan International Trade Area. A stop by West Pagoda is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.

Luosiwan International Trade Area
Kunming Zoo

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.

Kunming City Centre
This was once a little village outside of Kunming. It is now less than one mile from my modern apartment complex and is next to the newly built subway line. Across the way is a cement factory which is churning out the liquid foundation for the new urban complex emerging all around this cultural backwater. The living meat to the left will soon become the hanging meat to the right which will presumably be served to the locals dining inside the restaurant. I can only imagine what they talk about.

Panlong

4/5(12 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
The Wanda Plaza comes complete with an IMAX theatre. Soon, Kunming will look just like every other city in the world...just a bit more crowded. The Wanda Plaza towers, when completed, will be the 88th and 89th tallest skyscrapers in the world.

Xishan District

4.5/5(9 area reviews)

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

Xishan District
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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Guandu

4/5(24 area reviews)

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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