Dali Prefecture
Dali Prefecture Travel Guide 2026: Top Attractions, Things to do & Itinerary | Trip.com | April 2026
About Dali Prefecture
Recommended trip: 2–4 day(s)
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Things to do in Dali Prefecture
What to do
Looking for things to do in Dali Prefecture? We provide up-to-date info on everything from must-see scenic spots to local hangouts.
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The Chongsheng Temple And The Three-Pagoda Culture Tourist Area
4.7/513,121 Reviews
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Longkan Pier-Viewing Platform
4.9/546 Reviews
Where to stay
Discover the most popular places to stay in Dali Prefecture, complete with recommendations from fellow travelers and special hotel offers
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What to eat
Want to eat like a local? Don't miss out on these top Dali Prefecture dishes and foodie spots.
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Orient Bistro Fine Yunnan Dining and Bar
5.0/525 Reviews
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Dali Prefecture Moments: Through Travelers' Eyes
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Gugu Meimei｜Wind rises over Erhai, the moon rests on clear waves
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Ancient Beauty & Pomegranate | Waterfront Views, Dreamlike Shuanglang
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Hidden in Shuanglang, Embracing Cang and Er—Jinxiang Garden · Yinyu
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An Evening Date with the Sunset at Longkan Pier
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Romantic Carrier — Gugu Meimei Manlan Seaview Hotel
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In Dali, romance and healing come effortlessly!
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Stay at the Shanhaijing-Inspired Hotel — Taotang Hill, a Must-See for Hotel Enthusiasts
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Confirmed at first sight, this hotel is truly a paradise on earth!
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Best of Dali Prefecture
Top 10 Gourmet Hotels in Dali Prefecture
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Top 10 Ancient Town Hotels in Dali Prefecture
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Top 20 Premium Hotels in Dali Prefecture
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Top 20 4-Star Select Hotels in Dali Prefecture
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Top 50 Best Things to Do near Dali Prefecture
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Top 50 Family-friendly Attractions near Dali Prefecture
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Top 50 Spring Outings near Dali Prefecture
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Top 50 Hot Springs Attractions near Dali Prefecture
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Hehua Hot Spring
4.5/5544 Reviews
Huangguaqing Hot Spring Sanatorium
4.2/524 Reviews
Yugu Hot Spring
4.3/571 Reviews
Banglazhang Hot Spring
4.0/596 Reviews
Dacao River Hot Spring Waterfall
4.7/543 Reviews
Yingyuetan Hot Springs
4.5/5223 Reviews
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Popular Types of Attractions in Dali Prefecture
Historical attractions | Nature and wildlife | Natural scenery | Mountain climbing | Beaches and shores | Sightseeing tours | Night view | Boat tour | Cable car | Outdoor activities | Mountain climbing | Hiking | Cultural institutions | Museums | Themed exhibition halls | Leisure activities | Camping and campsites | Farms and pastures | Parks | Exhibitions & events | Skybound experiences | Water sports
Popular Attractions in Dali Prefecture
Cangshan Mountain | Dali West Lake | Baolin Temple | Denghui Nunnery | Nanzhao Tiezhumiao | Wumiao | Tian Long Ba Bu Wuxia City | Tongjing Ancient Bridge | Dali College Library | Dali Library | Taihecheng Relic Site | Dajianbang Village | Zhoucheng Village | Shizhongshan Grottoes | Minzu Square | Dayuntang Wanfu Temple | Juying Pool | Luwo Mountain Relic Site | Gongyudong Square | 4+2 Fun Ride around Erhai Lake | Yuji Island Scenic Area | Mother Shayi Statues | Haiyin Village | Wuhua Building | The Chongsheng Temple And The Three-Pagoda Culture Tourist Area | Shihuang Palace | Erhai Lake | Butterfly Spring Scenic Area | Shizhong Mountain | Gantong Temple
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Popular Restaurants in Dali Prefecture
Fireplace Image Wild Mushroom Courtyard Hot Pot | MeiZi Jing Restaurant | Jinshan GuYuan Restaurant | 翠麓野白族庭院私房菜 | Orient Bistro Fine Yunnan Dining and Bar | 大理海洋酒店·海梦轩中餐厅 | 大理松云悬崖酒店·松云悬崖海景餐厅 | 大理十二云彩别墅海景酒店（洱海店）·Cliff · 悬崖海景餐厅 | Yun Qin | 大理云里小坐·花音南洋海景酒店(双廊店)·云里小坐·花音南洋海景餐厅 | 大理俊发铂尔曼酒店·纳泰餐厅 | ba mu xuan | 大理悦山海度假酒店(大理古城店)·白尼餐厅 | 青寂溪谷半山酒店·海景花园餐厅 | 风花小院·大理市井菜(人民路店) | chunsheng | ZAI HUI SHOU | 大理方舟胖子·我在大理等你店 | Fly Me To The Moon | Master Duan's Restaurant | 海东茄子烧烤(北区店) | DREAM ISLAND | Ruoshui 3000 Restaurant | 大理悦莲庄青石海景度假酒店·青石音乐餐吧 | Pangding In Dali · Rose Cottage | 云南·卤味土鸡米线(大理总店) | FORTEN | IN MY HEART | 大吉酒店·喜塘餐厅 | Sky Cloud Sea View Restaurant
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About my 2k trip to Yunnan for 5 days... | Dali's Slow Life of Wind, Flowers, Snow, and Moon, Falling Asleep by Erhai Lake | Dali Fengshen 18 Pictures｜So Healing You Won't Want to Go Home | Yunnan Dali | Stay at a 270° Seaview Hotel by Erhai Lake | May Day Escape｜Shaxi Ancient Town · The Windy Place of the Ancient Tea Horse Road | The Right Hotels for Family Stays in Dali: 4 Days and 3 Nights of Easy Fun with Kids | A Must-Visit in Dali, Yunnan: Wheat Field Cafes in Xizhou Ancient Town. | Bring the entire snow-capped mountain into your room! This floor-to-ceiling window in Dali Prefecture is legendary | The morning wind on Cangshan Mountain outside is chilly, but I’m cozy inside this homestay in Dali Prefecture watching the snowy peaks! It’s so comfortable | Bring the entire Cangshan Mountain's sunlit golden peaks right into your room! This floor-to-ceiling window in Dali Prefecture is legendary | Hot spring pool by Erhai Lake, you won't want to leave once you spend a day vacationing here | I have a private sea view room in Dali! Wabi-sabi aesthetics and romanticism | A Stroll Through Time: A Romantic Getaway to the Ancient City of Dali, Yunnan. | Choosing the right place to stay for a family vacation in Dali, 4 days and 3 nights fully enjoying Erhai Lake | Live inside Erhai! The most romantic day in Dali! | Shuanglang Ancient Town waterfront sea view rooms that are picture-perfect at every turn! | Top Trending Homestay at Erhai! Jili Villa, Fully Smart Home + Cliffside Sea View, Tyndall Effect | Go to a Windy Place｜3 Days 2 Nights Healing Trip in Dali | Digital Nomads in Dali｜Daily Work and Travel Life at the Foot of Cangshan Mountain | 7 Days in Dali with Kids, Living the Ideal Travel Life! | Dali | An Extremely Romantic Sunset | The poetic retreat in Dali, resting between mountains and sea, invites you to a gentle rendezvous | Hidden Tea Experience in Cangshan, Dali | Outside, the Cangshan Mountains are below zero with strong winds, but here I am at a homestay in Dali Prefecture, sitting by the stove and watching the snowy mountains! It's pure bliss | The perfect spot to open your window and see the sea: A healing vacation guide to Dali | Winter Exclusive! A Step-by-Step Guide to Catching the Sunrise at Yujin Bridge in Shaxi | Outside, the wind is cold and the snow is chilling, but I’m warmly drinking tea and enjoying the mountains at this guesthouse in Dali | May Day in Dali｜Stay by the gentle mountains and sea of Erhai | Er Yuan Must-Stay Wild Luxury Hot Spring, Dali's Top Niche Hot Spring | Kunming Star-Rated Hotel Private Guide
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Dali Erhai Lake Private Car Service with Hotel Pickup [Personalized Service + Full Travel Planning Consultation] | Dali Erhai Lake Loop + Erhai Lake Cruise 1-day Tour [Pure Play 8-Person Small Group + Xizhou + Shuanglang] | Private Car Transportation Service at Erhai Lake, Dali, Yunnan, China [Full Customized Travel Services Available for Consultation] | Dali Cangshan Mountain + Gantong Cableway + Xizhou + Shuanglang + Erhai Lake cruise + Nanzhao Style Island 1-day tour | Transportation service from Dali to Lijiang hotels in Yunnan, China | Lijiang Dali 1-day tour 'pure fun + Erhai Lake + Shuanglang ancient town + Santorini + Panxi S-bend' | 1-day Tour to Ancient Town Shaxi (Business Leisure + Light Hiking) | Dali Lisong Banquet: Blending Cultural Grace, Savoring the Charm of Cangshan Mountain and Erhai Lake | [5G SIM Card] China 5G Universal SIM Card Total 10GB/15GB/30GB/45GB High-speed 5G Unlimited Data (Pick up at Shanghai Pudong Airport) | Dali ◆ 360° Erhai Lake tour 'private charter • pure fun + late departure + optional attractions' | Departing from Lijiang: Dali Ancient City + Shuanglang + Erhai Lake + The Dream Land + S Bay 1-day Tour | Jianshui Travel Photoshoot[Family Portraits, Parent-Child Photos, Wedding Photography, Aerial Shots, Street Photography, Candid Shots, Photo Sessions, Wedding & Portrait Photography, Videography, Translation Services] | Dali Chongsheng Temple Three Pagodas + Zhoucheng Lanxu Tie-Dye Experience + Lisong Banquet Day Tour | Dali Palace Banquet · Ode to Etiquette | Immersive Imperial Feast Experience [Savor Yunnan Delicacies + Enjoy Intangible Cultural Heritage Performances + Traditional Styling + Complimentary Garden Admission Ticket] Unlock New Ways to Explore Dali | Transportation Service from Dali, China to Ancient Town Shaxi and Shibao Mountain [Excluding Admission Ticket] | Xiangyun Trip Moments[Xiangyun Camel Hump Stone Scenic Spot/Xiangyun Auditorium/Wedding Photography with Photographer/Candid Documentary] | [Dali] Tile Cat Handicraft Experience (Artisan Spirit & Cultural Heritage + Professional Guidance + Intangible Cultural Heritage Crafting + Traditional Tie-Dye + Glaze Coloring + Take Your Creations Home) | Yunlong Trip Moments[One-on-One Photography Services: Appointment Shooting, Following Shots, Wedding Photography, Street Photography, Candid Shots, Aerial Photography, Videography / Multilingual Translation] | Lijiang One-Day Tour Private Car Service [ Personalized Travel Routes / Flexible Departure Time ] | Self-guided tour around Erhai Lake: Choose any attraction, stop as you go, and discover the scenery of Dali | Dali ◆ 360° viral lakeside tour 'pure fun • premium small group + optional cruise' 1-day tour | Dali Shaxi Ancient Town Private Day Tour [ Unique Idyllic Scenery/Multilingual Services] | Dali Banquet: A Feast Through Thousands of Years, Unlock the Elegance of Miaoxiang Buddha Kingdom | Dali, Yunnan translation/guide/local guide|Exhibition interpretation/Business interpretation|Attraction visits|English/Russian/Other Languages|Welcome to inquire | one-day tour in Dali, Yunnan: Three Pagodas of Chongsheng Temple, Jinsuo Island | Chinese ten-year multiple L tourist visa application in the United States | Yunnan Chinese/English/Thai/Russian/Multilingual|Local guide/interpreter (various interpretation services - accompanying tours - in-park commentary)|Welcome to inquire | Dali Erhai Lake One-on-one Guided Tour with Personal Guide • Custom Private Tour [Full-time Guide • Local Guide]|Optional Chinese/English (3 days in advance)|Private Custom Tours | Dali Prefecture Old Town of Lijiang Trip Moments[Choose your style + ethnic costume Trip Moments + diverse clothing + quality service] | Dali Trip Moments[One-on-One Following Shots, Street Photography, Aerial Photography, Candid Shots, Wedding Photography/Multilingual Translator Photographer/Photography & Videography]
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