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Best Things to Do
Top 50 Best Things to Do near Jianshui [2025]
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Stone Forest Scenic Area
4.7
/5
15318 reviews
8.8
From AU$ 39.05
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
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During the peak tourist season, I stayed in a hotel near the scenic area in advance and entered the park early the next morning. The entire Stone Forest is divided into the Big Stone Forest and the Small Stone Forest. Personally, I think there is nothing to see in the Small Stone Forest except Ashima. The scenery behind the Big Stone Forest is good and it is still possible to walk slowly.
During the peak tourist season, I stayed in a hotel near the scenic area in advance and entered the park early the next morning. The entire Stone Forest is divided into the Big Stone Forest and the Small Stone Forest. Personally, I think there is nothing to see in the Small Stone Forest except Ashima. The scenery behind the Big Stone Forest is good and it is still possible to walk slowly.
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Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden
4.7
/5
14627 reviews
8.8
From AU$ 17.25
Based on 89 reviews
Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden.Chinese Academy of Scienc | >100 km from downtown
Phone 0691-8715914
Address: 西双版纳傣族自治州勐腊县中国科学院西双版纳热带植物园-西门
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-1 day
Highlights:
Electric vehicles connect the east and west areas
Firefly tours & night views
Saved by 407 users11361 positive reviews
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This is Xishuangbanna's only 5A scenic spot. I highly recommend it to those who enjoy plants. It's best to visit with a guide; it's hard to appreciate on your own. The west section has more flowers, while the east section is a forest park, so you can choose whether to visit it or not. I really enjoyed it here.
This scenic area is well worth visiting, divided into two areas, the east and west, with the core attractions in the west. The Royal Lily Pond, Palm Garden, and Exotic Flower Garden are all beautiful. Many rare plants and flowers can be seen in the garden.
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Manting Park
4.5
/5
13443 reviews
8.7
From AU$ 10.42
Based on 72 reviews
Manting Park/Ethnic Cultural Park | >100 km from downtown
Phone 0691-2161061
Address: No. 35, Manting Road, Jinghong City, Xishuangbanna Dai Autonomous Prefecture
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
Highlights:
Enjoy ethnic song and dance performances in the evening
See beautiful peacocks up close
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A beautiful park with nice scenery. Many people took photos there, but it was not very interesting. It was a pity that we didn't see the elephant show because we were in a hurry. However, the map in the park did not show where to watch the show, so it was easy to get lost.
Manting Park, Xishuangbanna's oldest park, once served as the imperial garden of the Dai king. It integrates Dai royal family, Buddhism, and folk culture. With stunning tropical scenery and captivating bonfire evenings featuring singing and dancing, it's the perfect place to experience the charm of Xishuangbanna.
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Dianchi Lake
4.7
/5
8505 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
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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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Wild Elephant Valley
4.3
/5
8949 reviews
8.5
From AU$ 12.50
Based on 73 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Phone 0691-2431024
Address: Sancha River, Mengyang Town, Jinghong City, 36 km from Jinghong City
Recommended sightseeing time: 3-5 hours
Highlights:
Observe traces of wild elephants on the 4,000m trail
920m elevated walkway overlooks rainforest
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The Wild Elephant Valley is a small scenic area, but it features elephant shows, feeding opportunities, and close encounters with the elephants. The high-altitude elephant viewing path offers a stroll through the mountains and rivers. Visitors can also experience the rainforest elephant herding experience, where mahouts interact with elephants in the rainforest, feeding them, taking walks, and other activities.
It's great. Although the only part worth watching is the imagination show, it is still worth going. After all, you can't see elephants in other places, and they are wild elephants.
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Dongfengyun Scenic Area
4.5
/5
8769 reviews
8.5
From AU$ 17.36
94.4 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 users7565 positive reviews
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Taking my two kids to the Miledong Fengyun area was beyond our expectations! The red brick buildings in the area were a real delight for the kids. The Kaleidoscope Art Museum resembled a castle made of colorful building blocks, and the kids ran around it, exclaiming, "It looks like a magic house!" The photos were filled with their delighted smiles. The vast lawn became a natural playground, where they chased butterflies and lay on the grass to watch the clouds. The kids had a blast running around all afternoon without even complaining of fatigue. Along the way, there were many little surprises: adorable sculptures hidden in the grass, and a roadside stall selling colorful cotton candy. The kids ate and browsed, their eyes overflowing. In the evening, we rested on a bench by the sea of flowers, watching the sunset gild the red brick buildings. My eldest child sketched with a paintbrush, while my second child chased squirrels. The scene was truly soothing. The most thoughtful amenities were the family-friendly facilities: rest areas were everywhere for children to refill their water bottles and change clothes, and the restrooms had dedicated child-friendly sinks, so even with a stroller, we could complete the entire route without encountering any steps. The scenic area's trains are slow and leisurely, leaving children waving with excitement while adults can take a break. Our B&B is located near the scenic area, just a 10-minute walk away. At night, we can take our children out to admire the stars, listen to the chirping of insects, and reminisce about the day's fun. In short, there's no crowds here, but there's space for children to unleash their inner selves. The perfect blend of art and nature is a surefire way to bring your kids!
To be honest, the Kaleidoscope Art Museum is pretty good, but there are no flowers in the flower fields. There are too many tourists and the staff feel that they can't handle it. There are too many people. Taking a photo is like squeezing. The quality of tourists seems to be not high. They don't care, especially some uncles and aunts. Alas, I can't stand it.
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Yunnan Nationalities Village
4.4
/5
13896 reviews
8.4
From AU$ 17.36
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
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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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Xishuangbanna Primeval Forest Park
4.3
/5
5717 reviews
8.3
From AU$ 9.33
Based on 26 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Phone 0691-2759999
Address: Xishuangbanna Dai Autonomous Prefecture is 8 km from the suburb of Jinghong City
Recommended sightseeing time: 3-5 hours
Highlights:
Cultural dance & Water-Splashing Festival
Peacock flight & Dai culture
Saved by 214 users3655 positive reviews
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The scenery of the primeval forest is nice, there are primeval forests everywhere, and there are many physical examination projects. I watched the peacocks flying, experienced the Dai delivery, water splashing carnival, bamboo pole dance, etc. It felt good!
Stunning natural scenery: As soon as you step into the scenic area, you feel like you've stepped into a vast natural oxygen bar! Take a deep breath, and your lungs are cleansed by the fresh air. Entering the valley rainforest, towering ancient trees block out the sun. You can witness "living fossils" that have thrived for over a million years. Dozens of meters tall parashorea chinensis reach the sky. Sunlight filters through the leaves, casting a breathtaking "forest light." The dappled light and shadows create stunning photos.
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Xishuangbanna Dai Garden
4.4
/5
4221 reviews
8.2
From AU$ 4.34
Based on 81 reviews
Daizu Park Scenic Area | >100 km from downtown
Phone 0691-2504601
Address: Xihan Garden, Jinghan City, Jinghong City, Xishuangbanna (near Mangan Town)
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
Highlights:
Experience Dai's warm welcome ceremony
Explore villages & pagoda stilt houses
Saved by 169 users2755 positive reviews
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The park is large, but not many fun places to visit. Avoid the Lotus Pond train; it's too expensive and not worth it. Several attractions offer water splashing activities, but this one is the most crowded. Find a seat in advance, or else you'll have to pay 88 yuan per person to go up to the second floor. The shower and storage fees aren't worth it. The crowded and narrow aisles leading to and from the water splashing square are unbearable.
The Dai Garden is really worth the money. You must participate in the water splashing feast at the water splashing square. The speedboat at the border pier will definitely exceed your expectations. The undercover captain is a happy brother who is very good at creating an atmosphere. The 35-minute journey is simply exciting. It is especially recommended to bring boys to experience it.
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Jinuo Mountain Rainforest Hiking
4.8
/5
605 reviews
8.2
From AU$ 19.51
>100 km from downtown
Phone 18787494330
Address: 西双版纳傣族自治州景洪市基诺族乡司土村委会司土老寨4号
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-1 day
Highlights:
Rubber trees & bamboo vipers
See plants, streams, & waterfalls
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Escape the hustle and bustle of the city and discover nature on a hike in the Jinuo Mountain rainforest.
The total distance is 5 kilometers, 2 kilometers by land and 3 kilometers by water.
Along the way, you'll gain a deeper understanding of the rainforest's flora, fauna, environment, and ways of life.
Dressed in a "savage costume," we experienced rainforest river tracing, high-altitude swings, tree abseiling, archery, and a rainforest feast, including sour ants and wild Sanya fruit (Banna's version of mangosteen).
For families with young children (under 10 years old), we recommend booking a private tour with an experienced indigenous guide, who can provide one-on-one support for the children.
Summary: Recommended family itineraries
The Rainforest Walking on Mount Keno is a journey of depth and pristineness. Along the winding path into the forest, you can feel the breath of trees with a strong earthy and plant aroma. The canopy is dense, the light is mottled, and the pace is slow on the soft, wet leaves. Along the way, you will pass by suspension bridges, streams and waterfalls, each like a natural punch point. Occasionally, you can hear the chorus of birds and insects, and the foot sounds intertwined with natural rhythms, so that people can immerse themselves in it. Guides guides the hard-to-find wild plants and fungi, which are a fun to explore on foot. What impressed me most was an open viewing platform, where the valleys, rainforests and distant mountains were clear and the view was wide and quiet. The wetness of the rainforest and the refreshingness of the mountain breeze make the whole experience both relaxing and exhilarating. This hike is not a simple walk, but a rhythmic exercise in dialogue with nature, and the body and mind are re-adjusted by the forest.
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