Dali Prefecture
Dali Prefecture Travel Guide 2026: Things to Do, Attractions & Itinerary | Trip.com
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
4.7/513,734 Reviews
Historic landmarkBoat tour
Xizhou Wheat Field Miniature Train
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Canghai Cloud Grassland
4.4/5138 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
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Cuilu Wild · Bai‑Style Courtyard Private Cuisine
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Dali Prefecture Moments: Through Travelers' Eyes
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At Gugu Meimei, sleep into the poetry and distance of Dali
TheaEriksen
Dali is on another level! Wenbi Village is so beautiful, I felt like I was abroad
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Dali Nuanyuan | In Dali, the wind has a shape, and days can be paused
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At Gugu Meimei, I found the romance of Cangshan Mountain and Erhai Lake in a single frame
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You won't want to leave this Dali homestay—it really gets vacationing
Liam71 Simmons - Leo
Experience the romance of the "Wind, Flower, Snow, and Moon" at Erhai Lake in Dali
Sora - Yakitori
At Taotang Hill, the wind in Dali doesn't rush, and neither do I.
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Wabi-sabi | A serendipitous encounter with Taotang Hillside on the ancient Dali trail
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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 | Leisure activities | Farms and pastures | Camping and campsites | Exhibitions & events | Performances | Exhibitions | Cultural institutions | Themed exhibition halls | Museums | Parks | Skybound experiences | Water sports
Popular Attractions in Dali Prefecture
Tianlong Temple | Jinsuo Island | Xinggong Tower | Taoist Priest Platform | Beiluojiuyi Village | Changchun Cave | Xiangyangxi Village | Haishe Ecological Park | Wuwei Temple | Sideng Street | Wuliang Mountain Cherry Blossom Valley | Mengyang Park | Yu'er Garden | Huiming Temple | China Dali Rural Film History Museum | Puzhenjiuran Museum | Dali Confucious Temple | Longkan Ancient Ferry | Ancient Architecture of Bai Nationality, Xizhou | Lounge Bridge | Chongsheng Temple-Main Shrine Hall | Black Dragon Bridge | Bailongtan | Shangguan Flower Park | Nanzhao Jianji Large Bell | Qinghaihu Theme Amusement Park | Yinjia Village | Dehe Village | Courtyard of Yin Fucheng | Dali Culture Park
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Popular Restaurants in Dali Prefecture
Jinshan GuYuan Restaurant | 海东茄子烧烤(北区店) | 青寂溪谷半山酒店·枫见餐厅 | MeiZi Jing Restaurant | chunsheng | 大理悦莲庄青石海景度假酒店·青石音乐餐吧 | Cuilu Wild · Bai‑Style Courtyard Private Cuisine | 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 | HAI DONG QIE ZI | Bai people Haidong Qiezi Barbecue（Dali Ancient City Branch） | 大理十二云彩别墅海景酒店（洱海店）·Cliff · 悬崖海景餐厅 | Yun Qin | 大理双廊湖山云隐海景度假民宿·英式花园海景咖啡厅 | ANJOY | ZAI HUI SHOU | 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 | March Restaurant | ba mu xuan | 青寂溪谷半山酒店·海景花园餐厅 | ANJOY | ZAI HUI SHOU | DREAM ISLAND | East Village Lounge | 海东茄子烧烤 滇纺店 | Pangding In Dali · Rose Cottage | 大理悦山海度假酒店(大理古城店)·白尼餐厅 | IN MY HEART | 大吉酒店·喜塘餐厅 | 三哥·思茅菜馆(昆百大泰业城店)
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Popular Trip Moments
8 selected short weekend getaways | Wanfeng Lake panoramic cruise experience | Yangbi Shimen Pass | A niche canyon by Cangshan Mountain, a 3-day summer retreat at 18–22°C | Shuanglang | Pomegranate blushed, Erhai Lake woke up | 6-Day, 5-Night Northwest Yunnan Itinerary | Dali → Lijiang → Shangri-La Loop | Fly to these 4 cities for your summer family vacation! Pingtan is absolutely romantic | Must-visit ancient temple in the Daliang Mountains: Lingying Temple | Who gets it! I found a divine homestay in Dali with a stunning view of Erhai Lake | Ready to go! 8 treasure cities for an instant getaway | Dali Songyun Cliff Hotel | Stay on the cliff edge of the Mediterranean | Shandong Short Trips | Avoid the Crowds! 4 Hidden Gems | Forget Dali! Shangri-La is the real hidden gem—unlock a healing Tibetan journey for 1,000 per person | Step into the Hengduan Mountains and head to a world-class mountain secret spot | Take your kids to these 4 cities in summer for a cool, fun, and easy trip for parents | In August, people flock to this less crowded and scenic spot to escape the summer heat. | Forget Dali, Shangri-La is the real deal—it really stays with you. | This cliffside sea view guesthouse in Dali is absolutely amazing! Perfect for those who want to relax | Nujiang Grand Canyon Travel Guide | Yunnan's Last Secret, Exploring Canyons and Snow-Capped Mountains | Everyone’s asking! The Sichuan version of “Little Erhai” 3-day 2-night laid-back guide, perfect for a weekend getaway | Picnic by the "Little Erhai" lakes in Guangdong, enjoy boat rides, and take a perfect weekend getaway | Staying at a rammed-earth guesthouse at the foot of Cangshan Mountain completely healed my soul. | A hidden hot spring treasure in the mountains | Must-visit in Dali | Three Pagodas of Chongsheng Temple: A wuxia romance spanning a millennium | National Day family short trips | 3–4 day relaxing getaways, 4 high-value small cities | Must-read for a smooth trip to Yunnan in September–October | Take your time and discover the craftsmanship and everyday life of Xizhou | Two ancient towns featured on CCTV | Weekend getaway: Qujing, the underrated cool city | Where to go for a budget-friendly summer trip? These places are already blowing up on social media | Long summer days in a deep alley, where the breeze and moonlight bring peace.
More Things To Do in Dali Prefecture
Dali Cangshan Mountain + Gantong Ropeway + Xizhou + Shuanglang Ancient Town + Erhai Lake cruise 1-day tour [early pickup from ancient town] | Dali 360° Erhai Lake Private Charter 1-day Tour [Pure Fun Private Charter + One Booking per Group + Optional Attractions] | Lijiang to Dali ancient city + 7-9 seater private charter rideshare + departure from Lijiang/Dali + choose your starting point | Dali [Erhai Lake + Shuanglang Ancient Town + Santorini + S-bend] pure-play 1-day tour (special offer for mid-autumn festival and national day) | Dali Lisong Banquet · Imperial Dining Show in Dali, Yunnan|Panoramic ancient-style immersive palace banquet [Lunch/Dinner + Complimentary Tianxiyuan Garden admission ticket + Optional costume experience] | Dali (private charter) 360° lakeside 1-day tour [licensed vehicle + attraction options + pure play] | Lijiang + Dali + Erhai Lake 1-day tour [Option to disband in Dali (free transfer to Lijiang Airport) Pure play] | Guide for All of Yunnan|Guide] Kunming, Dali, Lijiang, Shangri-La, Xishuangbanna, Nujiang travel guide service [Chinese/English requires 3-day advance booking/certified professional guide | Dali 360° Erhai Lake private charter 1-day tour [5-seater/7-seater/9-seater + 1 single 1 group] | Lijiang + Dali Ancient Town One-day Tour [Business and Fun ●Shuanglang Ancient Town ●Erhai Lake ●Ideal Bang ●Fengxi Village S Bay ●Door Pickup] | Dali 360° Erhai Lake private charter [from 1-person booking + attraction options + reliable pure play fleet] | Dali Erhai Lake 1-day tour in Yunnan, China [explore and stroll around Erhai Lake, Xizhou, Zhoucheng, Shuanglang Ancient Town] | 1-day Tour to Ancient Town Shaxi (Business Leisure + Light Hiking) | Lijiang ancient town to Dali ancient city + 5/7/9-seater business rideshare + optional departure or return route | 1-day tour of Dali Erhai Lake | 8-person premium small group · cruise · Xizhou · Shuanglang ancient town · pure fun with 0 shopping | 1-Day Dali tour with the Daili old town, Xizhou Village and Three Pagodas | Dali Tile Cat Making [Optional Chinese/English Commentary]: Shape Intangible Heritage with Your Fingertips, Enjoy Dali's Slow-paced Charm | Private chartered tour · Dali · Erhai Lake · ancient town · private driver · door-to-door pickup · admission ticket not included | 1-day tour of Gantong ropeway, Xizhou ancient town and Erhai Lake cruise in Dali | Dali, Yunnan Tour Guide Service [Multiple Attractions in Dali/Personalized Custom Routes/Professional Commentary/Foreign Language Service Requires 3-Day Advance Booking] | Transportation Service from Dali, China to Ancient Town Shaxi and Shibao Mountain [Excluding Admission Ticket] | Dali ◆ Shaxi Ancient Town 1-day tour [pure play • check in at the internet-famous drama Meet Yourself location with business small group] | Weishan Trip Moments[Wedding Photography Promo Videos/Micro Films, Bridal Portraits/Commercial Photography & Videography, Customized Shoots/Translation] | Dali, Yunnan - Historical and Cultural Tour with Live Guide|Guide/local guide/translator | one-day tour in Dali, Yunnan: Three Pagodas of Chongsheng Temple, Jinsuo Island | 1-day tour from Dali to Shaxi and Lijiang by private charter | Dali Ancient City Half Day Private Customized Tour for Foreign Tourists | Dali Private Day Tour with Xizhou Village, Three Pagodas and Dali Old Town | Dali Lisong Banquet: Blending Cultural Grace, Savoring the Charm of Cangshan Mountain and Erhai Lake | 1-day tour for 6 people: Gantong cable car + Erhai Lake cruise + Xizhou + Shuanglang ancient town + Nanzhao Style Island