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
4.7/513,629 Reviews
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Xizhou Wheat Field Miniature Train
4.5/5268 Reviews
Canghai Cloud Grassland
4.4/5135 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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Dali Prefecture Moments: Through Travelers' Eyes
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Top-tier off-the-beaten-path travel destinations for National Day! These 5 cities offer unparalleled views and fewer crowds.
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In Dali!! Staying at the foot of Cangshan! Only then did I understand what relaxation really means
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No need to travel abroad! Banshanyue in Dali brings Erhai Lake and the garden right into the guesthouse
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Dali old town easy travel guide｜One-stop worry-free trip for dining, lodging, and entertainment
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A perfect getaway for solo travelers! These 3 magical towns have a 100% healing rate
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Dali City, China: A Scenic Escape Between Mountains and Lake
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Vacation with the hotel as your destination | immersive healing and relaxation at Qingshu Hotel
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Dream garden by Erhai lake
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Best of Dali Prefecture
Top 10 Gourmet Hotels in Dali Prefecture
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Popular Hot Springs Attractions Near Dali Prefecture
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Tengchong Dongshan Hot Spring Village
4.6/5340 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
Dali West Lake | Baolin Temple | Fotu Tower | Zhusheng Temple | Zibi Lake | Long Mountain Park | Xipo | Yutong Guanyin Hall | Cangshan Mountain | Butterfly Spring Scenic Area | Xuanlong Temple | Taoxigu Ecology Manor | Qinghua Cave | Minzu Square | Tian Long Ba Bu Movie City | Luohe Forest Park | Yu Culture Square | Seventh Dragon Lady Pool | Duan Gong Tomb | 4+2 Fun Ride around Erhai Lake | Ximatan Cableway | Nanzhao Palace | Quanshui Street | Erhai Lake | Zhonghe Temple | Sansheng Island | Lingshan Yihuifang | Huadian Ba | Flowers For Life Rose Manor | Jinding Temple
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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 | 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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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 | Dali 360° Erhai Lake private charter [from 1-person booking + attraction options + reliable pure play fleet] | Private Car Transportation Service at Erhai Lake, Dali, Yunnan, China [Full Customized Travel Services Available for Consultation] | Lijiang + Dali + Erhai Lake 1-day tour [Option to disband in Dali (free transfer to Lijiang Airport) Pure play] | Dali (private charter) 360° lakeside 1-day tour [licensed vehicle + attraction options + pure play] | Dali 360° Erhai Lake private charter 1-day tour [5-seater/7-seater/9-seater + 1 single 1 group] | Lijiang ancient town to Dali ancient city + 5/7/9-seater business rideshare + optional departure or return route | 1-day Tour to Ancient Town Shaxi (Business Leisure + Light Hiking) | A Unique Date with Cangshan Mountain - Tea Picking Experience at the Hundred-Acre Tea Plantation (Open from April to October) - Dali - Eatwith Shared Moments | 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) | Dali, Yunnan: One-Day Tour to Explore Erhai Lake, Shuanglang, and Xizhou - Enjoy Breathtaking Views on a Scenic Cruise | [Dali] Tile cat handicraft experience (intangible cultural heritage pottery rubbing + professional guidance + finished product can be taken away) | [Dali] Royal Court Feast Tribute (Immersive Court Banquet Experience + Tianxiyuan Garden Royal Attraction + Tang & Song Dynasty Imperial Cuisine + Bai Ethnic Culture + Optional Ancient Costume Experience) | Dali Lisong Banquet: A Cultural Feast Blending Bai Ethnic Customs and Yunnan Delicacies | 1-day tour to Dali Erhai Lake, Shuanglang ancient town, Xizhou, Little Putuo Island and Zhoucheng Village tie-dye experience [Independent group formation] | Yunnan: Dali Erhai Lake Scenic Loop Private Day Tour | Dali, Yunnan - Historical and Cultural Tour with Live Guide|Guide/local guide/translator | 1-day tour to Jizu Mountain in Dali with private charter [private small group · flexible stops · easy trip to Jizu Mountain] | Yangbi Trip Moments[Portrait wedding/PR microfilms documentaries/commercial photography activity coverage/multilingual translation] | Dali Lisong Feast: Dali Kingdom & Bai Ethnic Costumes Styling, Themed Dinner Show | Dali Prefecture Old Town of Lijiang Trip Moments[Multiple styles to choose from + ethnic costume photo shoot + diverse clothing options + premium service] | Dali Morning Market Food experience and Mt.Cangshan by cable car view | Dali In-depth One-Day Tour to Cangshan+Erhai Lake+Shuanglang+Xizhou [Ticket&Private Car] | Dali Prefecture Trip Moments[Personal portrait photography/Team aerial photography/Couple street photography/Wedding photography and videography/Translation] | Dali Erhai Lake, Chongsheng Temple, Cangshan Private Day Tour(Optional Car+Ticket) | Dali Ancient City + Erhai Lake Park + Sansheng Island + Chongyi Village + The Dream Land 1-day tour with Chinese and English services