Since the summer vacation, Kunming has become a popular destination for tourists nationwide, thanks to its pleasant climate and rich tourism resources. Particularly after summer's onset, amid persistent heatwaves across many parts of the country, Kunming's unique cool summer has made it the top choice for those seeking relief from the heat. Major scenic spots and transportation hubs have witnessed continuous peak visitor flows, primarily driven by educational tours, family trips, and elderly tourists, fueling the tourism boom.

Transportation Hubs: Busy Operations at Airport and Railway Station

As an important hub linked South Asia and Southeast Asia, Kunming Changshui International Airport saw a significant increase in arrivals and departures during the peak summer travel season, compounded by the expansion of international flight routes and visa-free policies. In July, airports across Yunnan Hit a record high of 7.2 million, with Kunming Changshui International Airport accounting for 4.72 million passengers. So far this year, over 1.36 million Chinese citizens have entered or exited through this airport, a 21.3% year-on-year increase, with Thailand, Laos, and Malaysia as top destinations. Additionally, over 640,000 foreigners entered in the same period, a 49% increase, with visa-free arrivals accounting for over 60%. Entry numbers from Malaysia, Thailand, and Singapore have respectively increased by 406%, 119%, and 273% compared to 2019, demonstrating a surge in Southeast Asian visitors.

Kunming Railway Station is bustling, rivaling the crowds seen during Spring Festival travel. Customer service staff Wang Liyan reports: "Halfway through the summer rush, passenger flow continues to grow. Kunming Railway Station operates approximately 145.5 train pairs daily, with daily inbound and outbound passenger numbers remaining above 120,000."

Tourist Experience: Praises for Comfortable Climate and Rich Activities

A tourist from Zhejiang said, "The weather in Kunming is very pleasant, barely need for air conditioning. The local cuisine is really good and suits my taste. People are also very friendly, and the planning of scenic spots is excellent. The scenery is beautiful." 

Another Zhejiang visitor added, "I explored Guandu Ancient Town, the pedestrian street, and also traveled to Lijiang and Dali. It's been a wonderful experience."

A tourist from Jiangxi commented, "The climate is very pleasant here, very comfortable. The scenery and local delicacies are great." 

Another Jiangxi visitor added, "I stayed in Kunming for two days and found the weather quite agreeable. The flowers pastries are delicious, and this is a beautiful city worth visiting again."

A visitor from Guizhou remarked, "We came to Kunming for fun. The climate is especially nice and cool. We tried Yunnan rice noodles, which are very distinctive, and also enjoyed wild mushroom hotpot. The service is excellent, and the locals are very hospitable. Kunming is really fun; we plan to come back next year."

Featured Attractions: Dounan Flower Market Revives with New Vitality

This summer, Dounan, known as Asia's Flower Capital, attracted visitors from across the country. The abundant floral varieties and related products have become popular souvenirs, turning “bringing fresh flowers home” into a new trend for tourists in Dounan. Before 10 a.m., the Flower World at Dounan was crowded with visitors viewing roses, lilies, lotuses, and thousands of other blooms competing in color and fragrance. In July, the Flower World saw a footfall of 1.6296 million, a 42% increase from June. Dounan is evolving from a traditional floral trading center into a "tourism + industry" complex, allowing visitors to take home distinctive Kunming souvenirs and experience "there is a lifestyle called Yunnan."

Urban Charm: Downtown Hotspotting

Kunming's old street in the city center remains bustling, with visitor numbers at Cuihu Park doubling and an average daily flow reaching 30,000. Markets such as Zhuanxin Farmers' Market and the Mushuihua Wild Mushroom Trading Market also see a high volume of visitors. Tourists from all parts of the country enjoy local cuisine and scenic views, immersing themselves in Kunming's unique summer atmosphere.

Tourist Recommendations: Turning Alleyways around Cuihu into "Open-Air Art Galleries"

Strolling through the alleys surrounding Cuihu Park is akin to entering an open-air gallery. Recently, murals have emerged unexpectedly, infusing ordinary street corners with artistic vitality. At the entrance of Xiaoji Slope Alley, a three-meter-high cloisonne flower vase relief glazed with flowing colors depicts lively, vibrant bouquets and breathes new life into intangible cultural heritage art; on a Alley in Cuihu East Road , the "Lotus Sounding Rain (Cuihe Ting Yu)" intricate brushwork depicts lotus leaves shimmering in the wind with gold foil accents, blending natural greenery into a harmonious painting; on Xiansheng Slope, a girl's mural merges history and modernity, with the aroma of coffee and ink-filled poetry seemingly transcending time—creating a poetic fusion of art and urban life amidst lush shade.

These murals are not mere simple paintings but are deeply rooted in the alleyway's texture and historical context—auspicious symbolism at Xiaoji Slope, cultural traditions at Xiansheng Slope, and Lotus Rhyme in the hustle and bustle of Cuihu East Road —all harmoniously coexist on these tiny walls. Bathed in the city's 22°C breeze, visitors can indulge in an immersive experience—"walking in the paintings"—where art and city life intertwine poetically.

暑期以来，昆明以其宜人的气候和丰富的旅游资源，成为全国游客的热门目的地。特别是入夏后，在全国多地持续高温的背景下，昆明凭借其独特的清凉夏天，成为全国游客避暑出游的首选地。各大景区、交通枢纽持续迎来客流高峰，以研学旅行、亲子家庭及老年群体为主的游客，共同推动着旅游市场的繁荣。

交通枢纽：机场、火车站繁忙运转

作为南亚东南亚人员往来的重要枢纽，长水机场在暑期旅游旺季叠加国际航线加密与免签政策扩容的推动下，出入境旅客量显著增长。7月份，云南省内机场客运量创历史新高，突破720万人次，其中昆明长水机场以472万人次领跑。今年以来，共有136万余人次中国公民从该机场出入境，同比增长21.3%，出境热门目的地前三为泰国、老挝、马来西亚；共有64万人次外国人入境，同比增长49%，其中免签入境占比超六成。马来西亚、泰国、新加坡入境人数同比2019年分别增长406%、119%、273%，呈现“东南亚客源井喷”现象。

昆明站内人头攒动，热闹程度堪比春运。客运值班员王俪燕介绍：“暑运过半，昆明站的客流还在持续增多。昆明站总共开行列车145.5对，每天的进出站客流都持续保持在12万人以上。”

游客体验：舒适气候与丰富体验获赞誉

浙江游客：“昆明天气特别舒服，基本上不需要开空调，吃的也是挺好的，特别符合我的胃口。这边的人也都挺友善的，旅游景点规划也都很好，风景也很漂亮。”另一位浙江游客表示：“我去了官渡古镇，还有步行街，又去了丽江、大理玩了一下，还是挺好的。”

江西游客：“气候非常宜人，在这里特别舒服，风景都挺好的，美食也挺好的。”另一位江西游客补充：“我在昆明呆了两天，觉得气候还是可以的，鲜花饼也很好吃，昆明是座美丽的城市，值得再来一次。”

贵州游客：“我们来昆明玩耍，昆明的气候特别好，非常凉爽。我们吃的云南米线，非常有特色，还吃了野生菌火锅。服务态度特别好，昆明人也特别热情。昆明确实很好玩，明年还要再来一次。”

特色景点：斗南花市焕发新活力

这个夏天，亚洲花都斗南吸引了来自全国各地的游客。丰富的花卉及其衍生品成为游客伴手礼首选，“把鲜花带回家”正成为斗南旅游的新风尚。上午10点不到，斗南花花世界已摩肩接踵，玫瑰、百合、荷花等上千种鲜花争奇斗艳。7月，斗南花花世界人流量达162.96万人，同比6月增长42%。斗南正从传统花卉交易中心转型为“旅游+产业”综合体，游客在此带走独属昆明的伴手礼，感受“有一种叫云南的生活”。

都市风情：市中心热度攀升

位于市中心的昆明老街游人如织，翠湖公园游客数量翻番，日均流量达3万人次；篆新农贸市场、木水花野生菌交易市场内，也随处可见游客身影。来自全国各地的游客在昆明品美食、赏美景，尽享当地独特的夏日风情。

游玩推荐：翠湖周边巷弄变身“露天美术馆”

漫步翠湖周边巷弄，宛如步入一座露天美术馆。最近悄然“生长”的壁画为寻常街角注入艺术灵魂：小吉坡巷口，三米高的景泰蓝花瓶浮雕釉彩流光，瓶中花束灵动鲜活，非遗艺术焕发新生；翠湖东路小巷，“翠荷听雨”图工笔晕染，金箔荷叶似在风中微澜，与真实绿意交织成画；先生坡上，女孩墙绘是历史与现代的交融，咖啡香气与书香墨韵仿佛穿透时空，在浓荫下弥漫。

这些壁画绝非简单涂抹，而是深植于巷弄肌理与历史文脉——小吉坡的吉祥愿景、先生坡的文脉传承、翠湖东路的荷韵烟火，都在方寸墙壁间和谐共生。沐浴着昆明22℃的穿堂清风，浓荫下细品光影流转，在一步一景的壁画长廊中沉浸式体验“人在画中游”，感受艺术与城市生活的诗意交融。