Xiao Ximen Travel Guide
Kunming
Visit Xiao Ximen
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.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Stone Forest + Yiliang Roast Duck + Kunming City Private Tour
Kunming Yunnan Ethnic Village Private Tour
Kunming Western Hills Scenic Area Private Tour
Kunming Yunnan Provincial Museum Private Tour
Private Night Tour to Enjoy Dynamic Yunnan Show
One day Stone Forest and Nuohei Yi Village Tour
Top hotels in Xiao Ximen
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
DoubleTree by Hilton Kunming Airport
"Big, new, modern hotel! I only had one night but the shuttle van was excellent the next morning! All around very good service!"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
JEN Kunming Hotel - Shangri-La Group
"Friendly staff, modern decoration in the room, central location, convenient to everything"
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Sofitel Kunming
"Very modern, very clean. Good size room."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Xiao Ximen
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.
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.
Panlong
Panlong is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Kunming Botanical Garden and Yunnan Railway Museum.
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.
Wuhua District
If you're spending some time in Wuhua District, Kunming Zoo and Green Lake Park are top sights worth seeing.
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.
