Kunming City Centre Travel Guide
Kunming
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.
Top hotels in Kunming City Centre
Grand Hyatt Kunming
Great location which is next to Spring City 66！There are many choices for restaurants and shopping. The room is quite clean and well organized. The staff is very friendly. Very appreciated for the welcome complimentary fresh fruit offered by the hotel.
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Nostalgia S Hotel(Kunming Dongfeng Square)
Highly recommended. Very gd
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Holiday Inn Kunming City Centre by IHG
Breakfast variety not that great, no nearby shopping/eateries…
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
JEN Kunming Hotel - Shangri-La Group
Friendly staff, modern decoration in the room, central location, convenient to everything
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Grand Park Kunming
It's all about the location. Very accessible and convenient. Located right smack in the middle of the park.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Cachet Boutique Kunming Artime
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 Kunming Hall.
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.
