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Top 50 Best Things to Do near Midu [2025]
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Yulong Snow Mountain
4.5
/5
17775 reviews
9.1
From AU$ 12.90
Based on 706 reviews
Yulong Snow Mountain Scenic Area | >100 km from downtown
Phone 0888-5131111
Address: 15 km north of Lijiang Old Town, Yulong County, Lijiang City
Recommended sightseeing time: 1 day
Highlights:
Take a cable car for panoramic views of the snow-capped mountains
Cableway to 14780 ft glacier park
Saved by 3081 users8142 positive reviews
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It looks like a newly built area, with houses made of stone, which is quite interesting. The commercial street is small, but the scenery is nice. Although the lake is a bit small, the foot of Yulong Mountain is still very beautiful. It's worth a visit.
The top of the mountain was closed due to heavy snow, so I didn't go to the highest point. There were many people, but there was no altitude sickness. The scenery was charming, the snow was falling, and it was white. It is worth recommending to go there. It is much cheaper to rent clothes in Lijiang Ancient Town.
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Stone Forest Scenic Area
4.7
/5
15378 reviews
8.8
From AU$ 38.74
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 1370 users7659 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 984 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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Shangri-La Tiger Leaping Gorge
4.6
/5
5358 reviews
8.4
From AU$ 9.68
Based on 1,226 reviews
Tiger Leaping Gorge | >100 km from downtown
Phone 0887-8806982
Address: Tiger Leaping Gorge(Hutiaoxia Town), Shangri-La County, Diqing Prefecture
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
Highlights:
World-class hiking & iconic rock
World-class hiking: mountains & rapids
Saved by 1024 users3078 positive reviews
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Highly recommend Hang Yi Mo in Tiger Leaping Gorge!!!
[Mint] Ambience: I have to admit, the locations of many scenic area cafes are really 💯. Take Hang Yi Mo's second-floor terrace for example. The view of Tiger Leaping Gorge is absolutely stunning [thumbs up]
[Tips] Must-try: Since there are no à la carte restaurants in Tiger Leaping Gorge, I simply bought a few 🍞s and had lunch in the cafe [clever]
[Fireworks] New: The doorway design on the second-floor terrace is absolutely perfect for taking life photos! Don't miss it! Even if there are people around, wait or just say hello and go up to take a photo! There are also 🐅 ornaments that can be used as photo props [applause]
[Pushpin] Transportation and Parking: Traffic at Tiger Leaping Gorge is incredibly congested during peak tourist season! There's only one road from Lijiang, so we waited in line for over an hour for the last two kilometers to the visitor center! Temporary parking is available during peak season, and a 5 RMB parking fee is payable on the spot when you redeem your ticket. If you're taking a chartered car, be sure to have the driver pay, or have them pay the fee directly.
[Travel Tips] Tour Tips: There's absolutely no need to buy a round-trip elevator! Remember! Going down is incredibly easy, and it only feels like you're at the bottom in about 10 minutes! However, it's worth buying the elevator for the upper section on the way back, as there are photo ops at each elevator connecting platform. [Smart][Smart][Smart]
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Yunnan Nationalities Village
4.4
/5
13930 reviews
8.4
From AU$ 17.22
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 users6115 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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Lugu Lake Scenic Area
4.7
/5
10490 reviews
8.4
From AU$ 15.05
Based on 889 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Phone 0888-5886045
Address: Lugu Lake Town, Ninglang County, Lijiang City
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 days
Highlights:
Experience unique Mosuo walking marriage
Plateau lake at 2.685 km
Saved by 737 users6926 positive reviews
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Lugu Lake is beautiful, but the entrance fee is inexplicable. There are said to be many ways to evade the entrance fee, so why do they charge it? What kind of service does the scenic spot provide for the 70 yuan? None. Cars are parked randomly, there are no parking spaces, and garbage is left everywhere. Don't waste such a beautiful natural resource. And all other attractions still require separate tickets.
A soul-stirring experience at Lugu Lake! Climb aboard the Mosuo people's unique pig trough boats, and you'll feel like you've become part of this landscape painting. The waters are crystal clear, and the oars slice through the emerald waves, creating a tranquil and soothing experience. The boatman, a warm and friendly man, steers the boat steadily while introducing Mosuo culture and interesting stories about the lake, like an old friend. As the boat sails through the center of the lake, surrounded by mountains, the blue sky and white clouds reflected in the water are breathtakingly beautiful! This is an unmissable experience to experience the pristine charm of Lugu Lake and the Mosuo culture, and it's absolutely worth the price of admission! 🌙
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Cangshan Mountain
4.5
/5
6585 reviews
8.4
From AU$ 27.95
Based on 336 reviews
Cangshan Scenic Area | 51.2 km from downtown
Phone 0872-5365006
Address: Xiyinxian Road, Dali Ancient City, Dali, Dali Bai Autonomous Prefecture
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-1 day
Highlights:
10 temples & 20 natural attractions
Unique geological landscapes displayed
Saved by 640 users3941 positive reviews
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The environment is good, the air is fresh, and it is a holy place for oxygen absorption. However, the waiting time for the Gantong Cableway is too long. The queue is nearly 3 hours, and the cable car is only a few minutes. The Gantong Line, the Zhenlong Chess Game and the viewing platform are very average and not up to expectations. The Jade Belt Road is very quiet and at an altitude of more than 2,600 meters, there is no discomfort and children can also walk
I didn't go to the Ximatan Cableway because I was worried about altitude sickness. This cableway is also quite good and suitable for light tourism. The scenic area is not well managed. Fortunately, I went there early in the morning, otherwise it would be difficult to park, use the toilet, and everything else. It's better to go early if you want to go.
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Potatso National Park
4.4
/5
8687 reviews
8.3
From AU$ 51.22
Based on 504 reviews
Pudacuo National Forest Park | >100 km from downtown
Phone 0887-8232533
Address: Pudacuo National Park Scenic Spot, Hongpo Village, Shangri-La, Diqing, China (near Shuoduhu Road)
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-1 day
Highlights:
Winter mist & May-June
Winter mist on Shudu Lake
Saved by 694 users3401 positive reviews
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As the first national park, it retains a relatively primitive environment (woods, lakes, wetlands), but it is not much developed. Just hike along the lake and slowly feel the nature. The price-performance ratio is not high, but other things are good.
The hike was about 3 kilometers long. The guide accompanied us throughout the whole process and was very patient. We saw beautiful scenery, picked wild strawberries, found many magical mushrooms, visited herders' homes, tasted yogurt, squeezed yaks' milk, and made butter tea. The children were very happy.
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The Chongsheng Temple And The Three-Pagoda Culture Tourist Area
4.7
/5
12325 reviews
8.2
From AU$ 15.70
Based on 522 reviews
Dali Ancient City | 53.2 km from downtown
Phone 4009001558
Address: Southwest corner of the intersection of Santa Road and Wenbi Road, Dali City, Dali Bai Autonomous Prefecture, Yunnan Province
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-4 hours
Highlights:
Three Pagodas Reflection Pond views
Perfect spot for tower reflections
Saved by 523 users5885 positive reviews
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It is definitely worth a visit. The historical and cultural heritage is very strong. The three towers stand tall, showing the vicissitudes of six hundred years. The main hall is magnificent, showing the Buddhist culture. Wandering among the three towers, you can touch the history and feel the culture. Dali is a place with rich historical and cultural heritage. It is recommended to take a sightseeing bus, otherwise it will be too tiring.
The scenery is beautiful, the explanation is interesting, the tour guide is experienced and takes a break after each climb, taking care of the discomfort caused by the high altitude. I asked for a 99 yuan bell and hope that my daughter's studies will go well.
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Heshun Ancient Town
4.5
/5
5137 reviews
8.1
From AU$ 64.06
Based on 57 reviews
Heshun Ancient Town | >100 km from downtown
Phone 0875-5150010
Address: Heshunzhen, Tengchong, Baoshan, Yunnan, China
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 days
Highlights:
Dragon Pool & ancient trees
Watch artisans make Tengchong paper
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We didn't stay in the scenic area. When we went there, it had just stopped raining and the sky was clear. The scenic area was a bit messy, with cars, electric vehicles and pedestrians walking on the same road. The scenery was very beautiful.
The ancient town is very big and has beautiful scenery. The climb is very tiring, but there are not many people and it is not very commercialized. The snacks in the evening are not bad, and there are many coffee shops. The hand-brewed coffee is super cheap, only 5 yuan a cup, but we didn't drink it. We went to Chunye Coffee. The scenery and price are both "good", but I still recommend it. I booked a 200 yuan battery car to take you around the ancient town, but it is actually just a means of transportation. There is no explanation. Just go in and take a look if you are interested. If you can climb by yourself, you don't need to take a ride
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