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Best Things to Do
Top 50 Best Things to Do near Yanshan [2025]
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Huangguoshu Waterfall
4.6
/5
35021 reviews
9.0
From £27.85
Based on 632 reviews
Huangguoshu Waterfalls | >100 km from downtown
Phone 4008009998（日场）
Address: Guihuang Highway (Huangguoshu Scenic Area), Huangguoshu Town, Zhenning Buyi and Miao Autonomous County, Guizhou Province
Recommended sightseeing time: 1 day
Highlights:
Explore Water Curtain Cave location
Feel waterfall power in Water Curtain Cave
Saved by 626 users23333 positive reviews
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We booked a one-day tour. The tour guide, Xiaoqi, was very enthusiastic and professional. She introduced the characteristics of the scenic spots to us and planned the tour route for us. Today, we followed the route she gave us and saw beautiful scenery along the way.
Overall it's ok, if you buy a guest, you can queue less! But the sanitation inside the guesthouse is average. When it rains, the ground is full of water, and there are no anti-slip measures. I saw several people fall. I hope the scenic spot will improve in the future!
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Detian Transnational Waterfall Scenic Spot
4.7
/5
20145 reviews
9.0
From £4.12
Based on 209 reviews
Detian waterfall/Shuolong Town | >100 km from downtown
Phone 咨询：0771-3690199
Address: Detian Village, Shuolong Town, Daxin County, Chongzuo City, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region
Recommended sightseeing time: 3-5 hours
Highlights:
Perfect backdrop for photography enthusiasts
Raft ride & waterfall view
Saved by 1174 users15964 positive reviews
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This is a classic example of Sino-Vietnamese cooperation. The waterfall is majestic and the water flows very fast. My colleagues also saw Vietnamese tourists on the opposite side. Obviously, there are fewer people there, while there are many tourists on our side. You can watch it up close by taking a bamboo raft tour, which is a more shocking experience.
The scenery is spectacular during the flood season.
Note: For the final section, there are electric cars (not buses) available for a separate fee. It's not recommended to take the scenic area's electric cars; you'll miss two scenic views. Walking is recommended.
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Stone Forest Scenic Area
4.7
/5
15377 reviews
8.8
From £18.66
Based on 54 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Phone 0871-67711439
Address: Extension of Shilin Middle Road, Shilin Yi Autonomous County, Kunming
Recommended sightseeing time: 3-4 hours
Highlights:
See the bizarre karst peaks
Ashima rock: unique & captivating
Saved by 1369 users7658 positive reviews
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The unique karst landscape is worth exploring and exploring at your leisure. Three parts natural, seven parts imaginative, the landscape takes on different forms from different angles. It's truly a marvel at nature's uncanny craftsmanship!
I've been here several times, and this time I brought my elderly family members. Summer vacation is incredibly crowded, and the experience is significantly reduced. Many scenic spots are packed and overcrowded. I really don't recommend coming during the summer; you'll spend a lot of time waiting in line.
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Dianchi Lake
4.7
/5
8521 reviews
8.5
Based on 296 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Address: 1318 Dianchi Road, Xishan District, Kunming City
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-4 hours
Highlights:
Surrounded by mountains & Daguan Tower
Majestic plateau freshwater lake
Saved by 983 users4105 positive reviews
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It would have been quite convenient to walk from Gantong to Xima Cao and then pay the 50 yuan per person difference to take the cable car down the mountain, but now you have to climb 1,200 steps to get to Xima Cao, which is a bummer. They are currently building another staircase or elevator nearby, so it may be improved in the future.
The cable car is the first choice for parent-child travel. The pool water is much clearer. The queue for the battery car in Longmen Scenic Area is too long, so I gave up decisively. It is still necessary to walk around Nie Er's Tomb after getting off the cable car.
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Dongfengyun Scenic Area
4.5
/5
8861 reviews
8.5
From £8.30
>100 km from downtown
Phone 08736292698
Address: Hudong Highway, Maile City, Honghe Hani and Yi Autonomous Prefecture
Recommended sightseeing time: 3-4 hours
Highlights:
Scenic platform & trail
Enjoy a choir of thousands and terracotta art
Saved by 371 users7648 positive reviews
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It's okay. It's a bit tiring to walk around, so I decided to take the train. As for the attractions, some are beautiful, while others are not so interesting. In short, I still have to come and experience it.
The Dongfengyun Scenic Area is absolutely worth a visit! The architecture is unique, and the red-brick Kaleidoscope Art Gallery feels like a fairytale world, making any photo shoot a standout. The lush greenery and fresh air of the park make for a truly relaxing stroll. There are also a variety of unique shops offering interesting souvenirs. The staff are friendly and attentive, and the experience is fantastic. I highly recommend a visit!
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Yunnan Nationalities Village
4.4
/5
13926 reviews
8.4
From £8.30
Based on 513 reviews
Dianchi Lake Scenic Area/ Sunac World | >100 km from downtown
Phone 0871-64311255
Address: 1310 Dianchi Road, Xishan District, Kunming City
Recommended sightseeing time: 3-5 hours
Highlights:
12 villages & 26 cultures
Experience lively folk shows & festivals
Saved by 763 users6111 positive reviews
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It was a worthwhile and wonderful trip. Thanks to Ctrip for arranging it. The free day on the last day was like an extra day of leisure time because our flight was late. The hotel had average reviews online, but I thought the transportation was very convenient. We visited most of the planned attractions. It was a very happy time with the Luo family.
There are lots of performances every day, and it's always fun when I bring friends from other provinces. You just have to immerse yourself in it, hahaha.
Nowadays, many buildings have restaurants (specializing in their respective ethnic groups), which is quite fun. You can enjoy roasted milk fan in the Bai village, and there are Dai-style restaurants in the Dai village. Restaurant prices are generally comparable to those outside the scenic area, so they're very affordable.
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Yunnan Wild Animals Park
4.7
/5
4652 reviews
8.1
From £10.37
Based on 21 reviews
Kunming Wild Animal Park/The Golden Temple scenic spot | >100 km from downtown
Phone 0871-65018888
Address: Yunnan Zoo, Panlong District, Kunming
Recommended sightseeing time: 4-5 hours
Highlights:
Elephant shows & red panda meetups
Feed & interact with red pandas
Saved by 213 users3770 positive reviews
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There's no way to finish exploring it! The zoo is so huge! My kids think it's even bigger than Chimelong Zoo! And there are so many interactive areas with the animals! Monkeys, raccoons, parrots, sea lions, tigers...
The key is that the area is so large! With so many people, the restrooms are still clean, tidy, and spacious! It's really hard to do that!
Good place for families and for folks who like animals. Very large zoo and need to book the park tour instead of walking.
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Wanfenglin Scenic Area
4.6
/5
4147 reviews
7.9
From £7.22
Based on 39 reviews
Wanfenglin National Scenic Spot | >100 km from downtown
Phone 0859-3342299
Address: Xingyi, Qianxinan, Guizhou, China
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-1 day
Highlights:
Panoramic view of karst peaks
Karst landscapes & Bouyei villages
Saved by 306 users2825 positive reviews
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I came here in early spring when the rape flowers were in bloom and chose to hike 20 kilometers. In fact, there are many trails leading to the outside of the scenic area, and you don’t necessarily need to buy a ticket if you hike.
It's truly beautiful, and the trip was well worth it. I was initially hesitant about driving from Xiaoqikong to Wanfenglin, but after the trip, I definitely didn't regret it. Be sure to buy a ticket for the sightseeing bus. There are six stops along the way, and the scenery is stunning. If you have time, rent an electric car to explore the village at the foot of the mountain. Children can enjoy fishing in the rice paddies and riding the miniature train.
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Mt. Jinping Scenic Resort
4.5
/5
3286 reviews
7.9
>100 km from downtown
Phone 0873-6264399
Address: Xisanzhen, Mile, Honghe, Yunnan, China
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
Highlights:
Majestic mountain & unique springs
Hidden Maitreya Temple in Jinping Mountain
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It was about to rain, but it hadn't stopped yet. I took the shuttle bus up the mountain and then slowly walked down. It was a bit strenuous, but very good for my lungs. There weren't many people, and most were devout. The Buddha was incredibly compassionate, the Guanyin statue in the Longhua Pagoda was resplendent and elegant, and the colorful Cloud Pond, marveled at the interplay of light and cloud, was less captivating due to the weather. After visiting Dianxi Wetland Park, I was exhausted and took a taxi back to the city. The ride-hailing driver I met in Mile was incredibly friendly, a kind of Buddha-like friendliness.
The scenic spot is very nice and worth a visit. There are sightseeing buses that go directly to the top of the mountain to see the Giant Buddha, and then walk down the steps. On the way, you can see the Buddha's hand, pagoda, and other things. You can check them out one by one. I recommend buying a one-way ticket for the sightseeing bus and walking down. The scenery is also nice, and it's a good place to take a leisurely walk and breathe in the fresh air.
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Tongling Grand Canyon
4.4
/5
3638 reviews
7.8
From £11.25
Based on 33 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Phone 0776-6180076
Address: Jingxi, Baise, China
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-4 hours
Highlights:
Experience Zhuang culture & customs
Zhuang architecture & folk performances
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When I went there, Yuanyang Lake was closed, so I felt like I needed to refund half of the ticket price. However, it was good that students didn't need to pay for tickets during the summer vacation, so it was still worth a visit. However, going up and down the stairs was too tiring, and the shuttle bus was a bit far away, which still needs to be improved.
There are underground rivers, caves, waterfalls, and you can even walk under the waterfalls. The experience is amazing! It feels a bit like the Tomb Raiders. The attractions don't require much physical strength, and are suitable for both the elderly and children. The children love it. The reason I didn't give it a full score is that I think the ticket price is a bit expensive and the entire scenic area is not big.
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