Dali Prefecture
Dali Prefecture Travel Guide 2026: Top Attractions, Things to do & Itinerary | Trip.com | April 2026
About Dali Prefecture
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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
4.7/513,130 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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Dali Couple's Stay｜The Three-Color Cloud River is So Healing
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Staying at Hezhu in Dali with kids, turning the slow pace of life in Cangshan into a family daily routine.
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Hotel Emerging from Classic of Mountains and Seas — Taotang Hill
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In Shuanglang Gugu Meimei · The Sound of Pomegranate Waves, Gently Reconcile with Yourself
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At Gugu Meimei Manlan in Shuanglang, only a pane of glass separates me from Erhai Lake
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Immersive Waterside Living: More Than Just Seeing the Sea, It's Living in the Story of the Sea
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Ancient Beauty & Pomegranate: Enjoy the Unforgettable Sunset Over Erhai Lake
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Dali's premier relaxation destination! Immerse yourself in a slow-paced lifestyle by Erhai Lake.
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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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Meng Ba Na Xi Garden
4.4/51,539 Reviews
Mojiang Tropic of Cancer Symbol Park
4.3/5992 Reviews
Dongshan Grassland
4.5/5187 Reviews
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
Jinsuo Island | Yinjia Village | Xiabopeng Village | Tianlong Cave | Nanzhao Jianji Large Bell | Jiuliansi | Main Shrine Hall | Dali Canghai Golf Resort | Dehe Village | Haishe Ecological Park | Dali Erhai Tianjing Temple | Courtyard of Family Yang | Nuodeng Temple | Wuwei Temple | Dingxi Ridge | Shihe Wood Carving Art Exhibition Hall | 4+2 Fun Ride around Erhai Lake | Jianchuanminzu Museum | Tenglong Resort | Bell Tower and Drum Tower | Liyuan Village | Mengyang Park | Bailongtan | Taiji Diagram | Ximen Street Ancient Buildings | Erhai Lake Cruise | Santa Gate | Fuxinglu Walking Street | Sanyue Street | Shizhong Mountain
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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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Popular Trip Moments
Dali's premier relaxation destination! Immerse yourself in a slow-paced lifestyle by Erhai Lake. | May Day Photo Shoot! Complete Guide to Aerial Sea View Hotel Photo Spots in Dali | Visiting Dali during Labor Day, staying at this seaside hotel is so comfortable | Great value for money! Real experience at Fengyouyuan Seaview Resort in Dali | Dali slow life begins with staying at Fengyouyuan Seaview Hotel | Dali's Hidden Healing Spot: Live Inside a Mountain and Sea Painting | May Day Dali Romantic Guide: Bring Erhai Lake into Your Room | Dali: Another Must-Visit City. | New Opening｜Dali Hotel｜Between Mountains and Sea, Enjoy a Quiet Corner | Step into the springtime blues of Erhai! This seaside guesthouse in Dali Prefecture is so beautiful it leaves you speechless | Dared to book only after reading hundreds of positive reviews! This hidden gem of a homestay in Dali Prefecture is a must-copy for May Day | Open the window to an unobstructed view of Erhai Lake! Dali May Day Sea View Fairy Room, genuine positive reviews you can trust | No fake photos! Is this seaside guesthouse in Shuanglang, Dali Prefecture worth it or not? | Live in the spring of Dali Prefecture! Open the window to see Erhai Lake, and downstairs is the most beautiful walking path | Where is the most convenient place to stay when traveling in Dali Prefecture? This scenic courtyard at the foot of Cangshan Mountain makes every trip along the way! | Read hundreds of positive reviews before daring to book! This Erhai Lake view guesthouse in Dali Prefecture is a direct copycat for May Day | Frame the entire Erhai Lake in your window! This hillside sea view homestay in Dali Prefecture is stunningly beautiful to the point of speechlessness | Healed! In Dali Prefecture, opening the window reveals a whole view of Erhai Lake | Open the window and see the entire Erhai Lake! Divine view rooms in Dali Prefecture for Labor Day, all guests praise them | Half bustling, half tranquil! This Erhai Lake view room hidden in Dali is just too comfortable for the May Day holiday | Open the window and you get a full view of Erhai Lake! A divine scenic room in Dali for Labor Day, all real positive reviews from actual stays | Half fireworks, half tranquility! This Erhai Lake view room hidden in Dali Prefecture is perfect for a comfortable family trip during the May Day holiday | Wrapped in relaxation! Waking up by Erhai Lake in Dali is so healing | Don’t randomly book accommodation in Dali for Labor Day! Just a 10-minute walk to Little Putuo, saving you 20,000 steps! | Live in the spring of Dali Prefecture! Open the window to see Erhai Lake, and just downstairs is the most beautiful walking path | Germaphobes Rejoice! This Erhai Lake View Homestay in Dali Prefecture is So Clean You Can't Find a Flaw | Open the window and you see the entire Erhai Lake! A magical room to enjoy the scenery in Dali Prefecture during the May Day holiday, praised by all who have stayed | Healed by Erhai Lake! This half-mountain sea view homestay in Dali truly understands romance | Read through hundreds of positive reviews before booking! This Erhai lakeside guesthouse in Dali is a perfect choice for Labor Day | Cloud paradise, hardcore wild luxury!
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Dali Erhai Lake Private Car Service with Hotel Pickup [Personalized Service + Full Travel Planning Consultation] | Private Car Transportation Service at Erhai Lake, Dali, Yunnan, China [Full Customized Travel Services Available for Consultation] | Dali Erhai Lake Loop + Erhai Lake Cruise 1-day Tour [Pure Play 8-Person Small Group + Xizhou + Shuanglang] | 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 ◆ 360° Erhai Lake tour 'private charter • pure fun + late departure + optional attractions' | 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 | Departing from Lijiang: Dali Ancient City + Shuanglang + Erhai Lake + The Dream Land + S Bay 1-day Tour | 1-day Tour to Ancient Town Shaxi (Business Leisure + Light Hiking) | Lijiang Dali 1-day tour 'pure fun + Erhai Lake + Shuanglang ancient town + Santorini + Panxi S-bend' | 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) | 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 | Dali Erhai cruise + Xizhou Ancient Town + Three Pagodas of Chongsheng Temple 1-day tour | Dali Ancient Town Shaxi, Xingjiao Temple, Yujin Bridge Chinese Mini Group Day Tour by Business Vehicle | Trip Moments in Jianchuan[Street Photography, Following Shots, Aerial Photography, Candid Shots, Wedding Photography/Multilingual Translator Photographer/Photography & Videography] | One-Day Tour to Dali Jizu Mountain, Jinding Temple, and Zhusheng Temple [Includes Round-Trip Direct Bus + Ticket + Cable Car] | Dali Morning Market Food experience and Mt.Cangshan by cable car view | Dali, Yunnan (All Areas)|guide|Translate|Local guide|Business translation/Exhibition interpretation/Attractions & activities/Live guide for attractions | Dali Private Tour with Private Vehicle (8 hours) | Dali Xizhou+Erhai Lake+Chongsheng Temple Day Tour: Dive into China's most poetic place [Private Car] | 5G SIM Card: China 5G Universal SIM Card with 30GB/80GB of unlimited 5G data and a free Shanghai PASS (Pick up at Shanghai Pudong Airport) for unlimited travel in Shanghai | 1-day tour to Dali Erhai Lake, Shuanglang ancient town, Xizhou, Little Putuo Island and Zhoucheng Village tie-dye experience [Independent group formation] | Dali ◆ 360° viral lakeside tour 'pure fun • premium small group + optional cruise' 1-day tour | one-day tour in Dali, Yunnan: Three Pagodas of Chongsheng Temple, Jinsuo Island | Dali Ancient City + Cangshan Mountain + Chongsheng Temple + Ximatan Day Tour with Bilingual Service (Chinese & English) | Dali Erhai Lake Private Charter 1-Day Tour - Visit China's Version of Santorini~ | Complimentary Afternoon Tea Experience | Dali Highlights Day Tour: Xizhou Village, Erhai Lake and Dali Old Town
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