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Family-Friendly Attractions
Top 50 Family-Friendly Attractions in Kunming [2025]
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Yunnan Nationalities Village
4.4
/5
13468 reviews
8.4
From £8.27
Based on 513 reviews
Dianchi Lake Scenic Area/ Sunac World | 9 km from downtown
Phone 0871-64311255
Address: 1310 Dianchi Road, Xishan District, Kunming City
Recommended sightseeing time: 3-5 hours
Selected for 2 years in a row
Highlights:
Experience the culture of 26 ethnic minorities in 12 villages
Experience lively folk performances
Saved by 723 users5971 positive reviews
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The event was wonderful, the atmosphere was very good, but it was a bit crowded. The show was wonderful, and I came to join in the fun. I like this atmosphere. The ethnic village in Yunnan is really good. I want to come again next time!
The area is very large. After checking the ticket, you can find a minority tour guide to take you around and introduce the characteristics and customs of each ethnic group. Today, the Dai sister Jinhua was very patient to accompany our family throughout the whole journey and helped us plan the route. We walked from the east gate to the south gate, just in time to go to the Haigeng West Pier to take a cruise.
Although the cruise encountered showers, it was very comfortable to sit on the second deck. There was wind, rain and seagulls. It is not recommended to sit in the cabin. It is really comfortable to feel the wind of Dianchi Lake on the deck. There is a face-changing performance in the cabin on the first floor, and you can go down to watch it in the middle.
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Yunnan Wild Animals Park
4.7
/5
4360 reviews
8.1
From £10.39
Based on 21 reviews
Kunming Wild Animal Park/The Golden Temple scenic spot | 10.4 km from downtown
Phone 0871-65018888
Address: Yunnan Zoo, Panlong District, Kunming
Recommended sightseeing time: 4-5 hours
No.4 of Best Things to Do in Kunming
Highlights:
Meet adorable national treasures at the Giant Panda Pavilion
Feed & interact with red pandas
Saved by 188 users3534 positive reviews
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We entered Yunnan Wildlife Park at 10am and played until 6pm. The kids thought it was great. There were a lot of interactive activities at their own expense. They played all the way and had a great time all day. The park is very large and the environment is very good. It feels like walking in the forest. There are many supply stations along the way. You can eat something along the way to fill your stomach. You must take a sightseeing bus. The route is well planned. You don't have to bother to find the way. You can just walk along the way after getting off the bus and get on the bus again at the end. You have to walk a lot in each animal concentration area. The four areas are far apart, and there is nothing to see along the way. It is strongly recommended to take a bus.
Yunye is a great place to relax! My older son had so much fun there that he didn't want to leave. His happy look made us all feel the preciousness of parent-child time. The service is thoughtful and the environment is pleasant. It is highly recommended to friends who want to find family fun!
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Yunnan Provincial Museum
4.6
/5
981 reviews
7.6
Based on 42 reviews
Guandu Ancient Town | 10.3 km from downtown
Phone 0871-67287185
Address: No.6393 Guangfu Road, Guandu District, Kunming City
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
No.7 of Best Things to Do in Kunming
Highlights:
65,000㎡ exhibition of Yunnan history and culture
The artistic charm of megalithic shapes
Saved by 230 users711 positive reviews
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Thank you very much to the tour guide, Ade! I didn't do any homework before the trip, but he told me the story along the timeline, which opened the mysterious veil of Yunnan for me. His explanation was profound and very appealing. I appreciated the bronze treasures, political culture, and Buddhist heritage of the Provincial Museum. The last part of the explanation of the Republic of China period in Yunnan expanded the historical information of this period, especially the Battle of Songshan, which deeply touched me and brought me to tears. I was in awe of the martyrs of the expeditionary army! I returned with a full load!
The explanation is very exciting and it is very helpful for children and parents to understand the history and culture of Yunnan. I will recommend it to my friends. I will look for professional explanations when I come to Yunnan Expo. Thank you 🙏
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Colorful Yunnan Paradise
4.7
/5
3273 reviews
7.5
From £21.81
Colorful Yunnan Paradise | 29.7 km from downtown
Phone 0871-67831333
Address: South of Huanhu South Road, Jinning District, Kunming
Recommended sightseeing time: 3-6 hours
No.8 of Best Things to Do in Kunming
Highlights:
Seven themed areas showcase Yunnan's cultural characteristics
Colorful Yunnan ethnic dance performances
Saved by 369 users3058 positive reviews
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I went there after the May Day holiday. Although nine projects were closed for maintenance, it was still a good experience overall. It was really satisfying to have the whole place to myself with few people. The two roller coasters were also very friendly, but I didn't dare to ride them. I liked the iceberg one and could ride it twice or more. The other projects were also great, and each time lasted long enough. The aerial train can take tourists to the east and west (or north and south) areas, which is very convenient and saves walking time. The park is well planned. It would be even more perfect if there was a family electric car. In a word, the experience was good!
very good ...
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Green Lake Park
4.7
/5
3440 reviews
6.8
Based on 801 reviews
Cuihu District | 1.8 km from downtown
Phone 0871-65318808
Address: No. 66, Cuihu South Road, Wuhua District, Kunming
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
No.11 of Best Things to Do in Kunming
Saved by 523 users1171 positive reviews
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Cuihu Park is an oasis in the city. The lake is crystal clear, reflecting the blue sky and white clouds. Willows on the shore sway in the wind. In the morning, the elderly practice Tai Chi here; in the evening, children chase and play on the lawn. Egrets live on the island in the middle of the lake, sometimes spreading their wings and flying over the water. There are always a few tourists taking a rest on the benches, enjoying the rare tranquility. The scenery here is different in each season, with cherry blossoms in spring, lotus flowers in summer, maple leaves in autumn, and residual snow in winter. Cuihu Park is a good place for citizens to relax.
Cuihu Park is an oasis in the city. In the morning, the elderly practice Tai Chi here, and the children chase and play. The lake water is clear and reflects the blue sky and white clouds. Willows sway gently on the shore, and wild ducks swim leisurely. In the afternoon, tourists walk along the stone road in groups of three or two, occasionally stopping to take pictures. When the sun sets, the whole park is shrouded in golden afterglow, which looks particularly peaceful and beautiful. This is not only a good place for leisure, but also a harbor for urban people to relax their souls.
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Kunming Zoo
4.1
/5
1210 reviews
6.6
Based on 87 reviews
Cuihu District | 2.3 km from downtown
Phone 0871-65154546
Address: No. 92, Qingnian Road, Wuhua District, Kunming City
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
Highlights:
Fun seal shows & play facilities
Peacocks up close & personal
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It's an older zoo. The monkey park is right after the main entrance. The facilities are old and there are few animal interaction areas. The price is OK. You can't interact with giraffes and elephants, but you can interact with camels. You can buy grass and interact with other animals such as alpacas and capybaras in another place. Overall, it's not bad.
It's OK. The price is high, but it's not stroller-friendly. The steps we walked on were ridiculously high. The key point is that you can't store strollers or luggage. It's speechless. The animals are well raised. They look fat.
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Haigeng Park
4.5
/5
766 reviews
6.7
Based on 47 reviews
Dianchi Lake Scenic Area/ Sunac World | 9.7 km from downtown
Phone 0871-64311627
Address: 1318 Dianchi Road, Xishan District, Kunming City
Recommended sightseeing time: 2 hours
Saved by 105 users355 positive reviews
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The whole park is quite large, and you can learn about the houses, architecture, clothing and living habits of various ethnic groups. It's just that renting a car is a bit expensive, so it would be more cost-effective to walk around by yourself
This is a great place to relax. Flowers are in full bloom, trees are shady, and you can see the Dianchi Lake up close and the Xishan Mountain in the distance. It is a beautiful sight. Standing by the lake, holding bird food, watching seagulls flying around chasing food, it is exciting and stimulating! You can deeply experience the organic integration of nature and birds, and the harmonious coexistence of birds and humans!
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Kunming Botanical Garden
4.5
/5
242 reviews
6.5
From £1.04
Based on 50 reviews
Yunnan University of Finance and Economics Area | 12.1 km from downtown
Phone 0871-65223628
Address: Ciba Road, Panlong District, Kunming 650201, China
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
Highlights:
Fall maple festival with colorful foliage
Weather station & educational base
Saved by 121 users141 positive reviews
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The main purpose is to see the azalea exhibition, which is dominated by red, white, purple and pink azaleas. There are not many other varieties. A kind of azalea called Yangchunxue is the most beautiful! There are many other flowers. When you enter the north gate, you can see a bunch of poppies, which are also very bright. There are peonies in Baicao Garden, but not many flowers bloom. There are also foreign peonies. It is worth a visit to see the spring flowers and green trees, which is very pleasant and relaxing.
Fuli Palace is a good place for popularizing plant science. You must make an appointment there. There will be professionals explaining the whole process, which takes about an hour and a half, and you will gain a rich botany course.
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Dwarves Empire
4.0
/5
452 reviews
6.4
From £11.32
22.4 km from downtown
Phone 0871-65709090
Address: Xice Road, Heiqiaomu Village, Biji Town, Xishan District, Kunming City
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-1 day
Highlights:
Role-play to complete park tasks
Over 100 famous mini architectural landmarks
Saved by 103 users256 positive reviews
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The residents, all little people from across China, have built a community that’s both fascinating and heartwarming. Their theatrical performances are full of energy and humor — I laughed, clapped, and even joined in a quirky dance with a “royal guard”! 😂👑What struck me most wasn’t just the visual spectacle, but the message of empowerment. This place isn’t just for entertainment — it gives individuals with dwarfism a chance to live, work, and shine with pride and dignity.🌟 Highlight: Watching the grand parade led by the “Little King” himself, complete with a golden carriage and a flag-waving ceremony — I felt like a kid again, wide-eyed and amazed.📍 Location: Near Xishan District, Kunming🎫 Tip: Go early to catch all the shows, and bring your camera — every corner is Insta-worthy!
Very nice scenery, children 👶🏻 also have a lot to play, the cost performance is very high, I am a foreign tourist, but the transportation is not too convenient, but there are commuter buses, but I can't find them until I arrive at the scenic spot. It's a good time.
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Kunming Sunac Ocean Park
4.4
/5
1097 reviews
6.3
From £18.49
Dianchi Lake Scenic Area/ Sunac World | 6.1 km from downtown
Phone 400-895-9888
Address: Kunming Rongchuang Cultural Tourism City Rongchuang Park, No. 2999 Biji Road, Xishan District, Kunming
Recommended sightseeing time: 3-4 hours
Highlights:
65 ft dome theater flying over Yunnan
Dolphin & sea lion show
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If you bring your kids, this is a place where you can have fun for a whole day. Even if your kids don't like mermaids, are a little afraid of flying over Yunnan, and have little interest in beluga whale shows and dolphin shows, they will like capybara, carousel, rafting, jellyfish balloons, etc. When they are tired of shopping, let them play with ocean balls, dig sand, etc. After dinner, you will get a baby who is exhausted and falls asleep peacefully.
It's a good place to bring children. The service staff also asked about the height of the children very considerately. If they are less than 1.1 meters tall, they can enter the park for free. They also reminded me that I can refund the parent-child ticket and buy an adult ticket separately. Recently, Flying Over Yunnan is under maintenance, so it's a pity that it can't be completed. As soon as you come in, you must go straight to the Jellyfish Express on the second floor. There are a little more people in the queue. We came in the off-season, so the queue is faster. Remember, as soon as you enter the door, you must check the schedule of the day's performances and make time arrangements. We just didn't see it well, so we entered at 11 o'clock in the morning and waited until four o'clock to see the dolphin and seal performances, but my Jin and Mermaid performances were really good. There are some regulations for free children's facilities in the park that require 1.1 meters to do tree house climbing, which is not open. It is recommended to check the time arrangements before coming. It is very worthwhile to come again and I will come to play next time I travel!
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