Dali Prefecture
Dali Prefecture Travel Guide 2026: Top Attractions, Things to do & Itinerary | Trip.com | August 2026
About Dali Prefecture
Recommended trip: 2–5 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
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Xizhou Wheat Field Miniature Train
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Canghai Cloud Grassland
4.4/5132 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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Jianchuan Stunning Courtyard Hotel
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This guesthouse in Dali lets you live inside the sea view!
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Bring the poetic charm of Cangshan Mountain and Erhai Lake into your life—at Taotang Hill
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Dali Field Secret Realm 🌿 | This Lonely Tree is Beautiful
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Stayed here for you! This homestay in Shaxi Ancient Town is already next level～
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Stay in a Seaside B&B in Shuanglang and Live in the Sunset of Erhai Lake
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Must-See Hidden Little New Zealand in Dali for Kids This May Day Holiday
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At Gugu Meimei · Pomegranate, just a step from the water, yet far from the dust
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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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Tengchong Dongshan Hot Spring Village
4.6/5339 Reviews
Hehua Hot Spring
4.4/5549 Reviews
Huangguaqing Hot Spring Sanatorium
4.2/526 Reviews
Yugu Hot Spring
4.3/571 Reviews
Banglazhang Hot Spring
4.0/596 Reviews
Yingyuetan Hot Springs
4.6/5223 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 | 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
Three Pagodas Reflection Park | Taihecheng Relic Site | Baolin Temple | Taoxigu Ecology Manor | Sideng Street Ancient Stage | Niaodao Xiongguan | Yuanjue Temple | Yuji Island Scenic Area | Longkan Village | Seven-feet Reading Hall | Nanzhao Palace | Jade Emperor Pavilion | Erhai Lake | Fotu Tower | Yudai Yunyou Road | Setting Sun Peak | Dali Catholic Church | Hall of Heavenly Kings | Fangguang Temple | Maitreya Palace | Shizhongshan Grottoes | Baoxiang Temple | Liangjia House | Chenghuang Ancient Temple | Dali Bai Autonomous Prefecture Museum | Gupaotai Ruins | Cangshan Mountain | Butterfly Spring Scenic Area | Expo Park of Traditional Architecture Art of Bai Nationality, Dali | Huadian Ba
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Popular Restaurants in Dali Prefecture
Jinshan GuYuan Restaurant | 青寂溪谷半山酒店·枫见餐厅 | MeiZi Jing Restaurant | 海东茄子烧烤(北区店) | 大理悦莲庄青石海景度假酒店·青石音乐餐吧 | 翠麓野白族庭院私房菜 | 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 | 大理十二云彩别墅海景酒店（洱海店）·Cliff · 悬崖海景餐厅 | Yun Qin | chunsheng | 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 | Bai people Haidong Qiezi Barbecue（Dali Ancient City Branch） | 青寂溪谷半山酒店·海景花园餐厅 | FENG HUA XIAO YUAN | Hua Yi Jian | 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 | DREAM ISLAND | 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) | THE ONE
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Dali: 2 days or 5? | Accurate Budget for 3 Days 2 Nights in Dali | 2026 Real-World Tested Guide to a Hassle-Free Arrival | Dali Royal Palace Hotel | Stay in a fairyland nestled between Cangshan Mountain and Erhai Lake ✨ | Jianchuan Stunning Courtyard Hotel | May Day Travelogue｜Dali Ancient City Citywalk Route Guide | Dali Suxinjiang Riverside Sea View Homestay｜Bring the Morning and Night of Erhai Lake into Your Room | Dali Shuanglang Accommodation Tested｜Affordable and Perfect for Relaxing! Excellent Value for Money | This guesthouse in Dali lets you live inside the sea view! | Where is the best budget destination in August? See if your planned trip is on the list | Bring the poetic charm of Cangshan Mountain and Erhai Lake into your life—at Taotang Hill | Dali Hidden Seaside Boutique Stay | Dali｜Feeling the blues of links and Li Xian | Dali Field Secret Realm 🌿 | This Lonely Tree is Beautiful | Dali Ancient City's Zen Secret Realm | Jiwu Hotel has truly ingrained slow living! | Stayed here for you! This homestay in Shaxi Ancient Town is already next level～ | Complete Must-Do Guide for Shaxi Ancient Town | Say no to rushing around this May Day! At this Erhai Lake view room in Dali Prefecture, I just want to stare out the window and daydream | What’s it like to stay in the core area by Erhai Lake? Step downstairs to eat, shop, and enjoy the sea view; open the window to see the sunrise—it's amazing! | Cities perfect for a three-day stay? These are all places that will wow your social circle | Say no to 'special forces' style travel this May Day! Just chilling out at the foot of Cangshan Mountain in Dali Prefecture, that's the true meaning of travel. | Dali's spring is simply a visual feast, a thousand times of bright spring days wouldn't be enough!🌸🍃🌞 | Dali on a rainy day has places that are not only perfect for sheltering from the rain but also offer beautiful scenery | Stay in a Seaside B&B in Shuanglang and Live in the Sunset of Erhai Lake | I highly recommend this route: Dali, Lijiang, Lugu Lake, and Jade Dragon Snow Mountain! The scenery along the way is absolutely stunning and therapeutic. Dali boasts its romantic scenery, Lijiang Ancient Town offers a relaxed and comfortable atmosphere, and Lugu Lake... | 19 minutes from Lijiang! A century-old mansion hotel hidden in Heqing | Unbelievably few people | When visiting Shuanglang, Dali, be sure to stay at the charming Shiliuhai Lakeside Inn, where you can take in the romantic views of Cangshan Mountain and Erhai Lake! Located at the north entrance of Shuanglang Ancient Town, it is highly recommended... | Dali Ancient Town | At the foot of Cangshan Mountain, slowly enjoy a relaxed Yunnan-style daily life | Enjoy for 500 per person! These 4 small towns with low spending are perfect for a short stay | Dali! The city is blooming with flowers! I'm waiting for you to come! | Must-See Hidden Little New Zealand in Dali for Kids This May Day Holiday
More Things To Do in Dali Prefecture
1-day tour in Dali: Erhai Lake + Shuanglang ancient town + Santorini + S Bay (round-trip from Lijiang) | Lijiang to Dali ancient city + 7-9 seater private charter rideshare + departure from Lijiang/Dali + choose your starting point | 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] | 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 | Lijiang ancient town to Dali ancient city + 5/7/9-seater business rideshare + optional departure or return route | Private Car Transportation Service at Erhai Lake, Dali, Yunnan, China [Full Customized Travel Services Available for Consultation] | Dali 360° Erhai Lake private charter [from 1-person booking + attraction options + reliable pure play fleet] | Dali 360° Erhai Lake private charter 1-day tour [5-seater/7-seater/9-seater + 1 single 1 group] | Lijiang + Dali + Erhai Lake 1-day tour [Option to disband in Dali (free transfer to Lijiang Airport) Pure play] | A Unique Date with Cangshan Mountain - Tea Picking Experience at the Hundred-Acre Tea Plantation (Open from April to October) - Dali - Eatwith Shared Moments | Dali (private charter) 360° lakeside 1-day tour [licensed vehicle + attraction options + pure play] | 1-day Tour to Ancient Town Shaxi (Business Leisure + Light Hiking) | 1-day tour for 6 people: Gantong cable car + Erhai Lake cruise + Xizhou + Shuanglang ancient town + Nanzhao Style Island | Shaxi Ancient Town Private Tour for Foreign Tourists (Round Trip/Transfer Dali to Lijiang) | [5G SIM Card] China 5G Universal SIM Card Total 10GB/15GB/30GB/45GB High-speed 5G Unlimited Data (Pick up at Shanghai Pudong Airport) | In-depth One-Day Tour in Dali: Shuanglang + Chongsheng Temple [Ticket Booking+Private Car] | Dali, Yunnan translation/guide/local guide|Exhibition interpretation/Business interpretation|Attraction visits|English/Russian/Other Languages|Welcome to inquire | Dali Morning Market Food experience and Mt.Cangshan by cable car view | Dali One-Day Tour Around Erhai Lake by Private Car: Indulge in the Enchanting Charm of Dali | Shaxi / Jianchuan Ancient Town: Round Trip or one-way transfer between Lijiang and Dali | Dali Unmissable Jizu Mountain Group One-Day Tour: Immersively Unveil the Sacred Secrets | 1-day tour from Dali to Shaxi and Lijiang by private charter | Discovery More Dali : Market ,Cooking Pottery experience in lost village | Dali Lisong Feast: Dali Kingdom & Bai Ethnic Costumes Styling, Themed Dinner Show | Dali Panxi Village S-bend Internet-famous Wheat Field + Xizhou Ancient Town + Wenbi Village 1-day tour with Chinese and English service | 1-day tour of Dali Erhai Lake | 8-person premium small group · cruise · Xizhou · Shuanglang ancient town · pure fun with 0 shopping | Dali In-depth Day Tour to Erhai Lake+Shuanglang+Xizhou: A Feast of Nature and Culture [Private Car] | Lijiang One-Day Tour Private Car Service [ Personalized Travel Routes / Flexible Departure Time ] | Dali Trip Moments[One-on-One Following Shots, Street Photography, Aerial Photography, Candid Shots, Wedding Photography/Multilingual Translator Photographer/Photography & Videography] | Dali Prefecture Trip Moments[Personal portrait photography/Team aerial photography/Couple street photography/Wedding photography and videography/Translation]