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
4.7/513,596 Reviews
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Xizhou Wheat Field Miniature Train
4.5/5252 Reviews
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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Dali Prefecture Moments: Through Travelers' Eyes
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Compared to the crowds in Dali! This small Yunnan town has a heritage that’s truly legendary
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Such a surprise. The travel agency I chose in Yunnan ranked on the local reputation list
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Wannan fairyland family trip Taiping Lake kid-friendly guide｜Cruise the emerald lake with ease!
RICHARD STEWART
The ultimate summer vacation cool-down spots for families in July and August! No crowds or exhaustion for a family of 4, cool and fun
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Garden guesthouse at the foot of Cangshan, a healing escape from the ancient city's noise
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When I’m away from the crowd, I’m closest to myself
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Yunnan’s cool summer getaway accessible by high-speed train, off the beaten path but stunningly scenic!
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In Dali, a summer reminiscent of Santorini unfolds. I always thought traveling all the way to Greece was too much of a hassle, but unexpectedly, I encountered a replica of Santorini on the shores of Erhai Lake in Dali.
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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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Popular Best Things to Do Near Dali Prefecture
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Popular Family-friendly Attractions Near Dali Prefecture
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Popular Cool Water Escapes Near 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
Tianlong Temple | Nanzhao Jianji Large Bell | Nuodeng Old Village | Puxian Temple | Wuwei Temple | Fengyuzhen | Xiangyangxi Village | Taoist Priest Platform | Black Dragon Bridge | Bailongtan | Yinsuo Island | Dali Erhai Tianjing Temple | Shangguan Flower Park | The sand village | Dajiao Village | Setting Sun Peak | Fuxing Road | Gudiyizu Culture Square | Drum Tower | Xiaohetangshui Sceneic Area | Yinjia Village | Yunnanyi Town | Jizu Mountain Ropeway | Gongchen Pavilion | Plateau Pearl Tower | Shiji Square | Dali Canghai Golf Resort | Dehe Village | Caicun Wetland Park | Manxianlin Thousand-Lion Mountain
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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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Popular Trip Moments
Where to go in August? These 16 popular cities are a must-visit! These attractions are booming | Xizhou Ancient Town: A Slow-Paced Escape in Dali’s Countryside | Stayed at a super nice homestay in Dali Xizhou and loved the natural wood | No need to rush to Dali and squeeze through crowds! Just outside Kunming lies a 600-year-old fishing village by Dianchi Lake, where the sunset atmosphere is enhanced | Caicun Pier in Dali! | Suitable for a 3-4 day stay, quiet slow living, direct high-speed rail access | Reverse travel tested in 8 destinations with fewer crowds, beautiful scenery, and no congestion | Dali Erhai two-day tour | 10 popular spots along the way | High-speed rail direct! 3 top “lazy paradise” small towns, stay 3 days and feel healed to tears! | 2-hour direct access from Shanghai to Southern Zhejiang's niche jelly-like sea | Newly opened cliffside sea view hotel! | Five cities every parent should visit to broaden their child's horizons | Cities ideal for a short 3-day stay in August and September? See if your next destination is here | 12-day ultimate guide to exploring Xishuangbanna and beyond with easy-to-follow tips | Weekend reverse trips: these places are uncrowded and hassle-free, personally tested | 📸 7 cities in China with so many beautiful photos you'll fill up your memory card! 🇨🇳✨ | No need to travel all the way to Dali for a small Erhai Lake in Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Shanghai! The sunset over the lake and mountains here is simply legendary | Head straight to these 8 hidden gem towns in August and September for cool weather, fewer crowds, and great value | Dali lake circuit self-driving guide | Xishuangbanna + Pu’er five days four nights from tropical rainforest to ancient tea mountains | Listen up! Dali will punish anyone who doesn’t book in advance. Remember this! If you’re planning to visit Dali, make sure to book ahead. Don’t just come on a whim without a plan | In Lijiang, capturing great photos is as easy as breathing | Live by the sea｜Meet the sunrise over Erhai Lake | Guangdong’s “Little Erhai,” a perfect place to stay | Secluded Bai ethnic guesthouse | Qi Hai Ting Yue, capturing the poetic charm of Dali through the lens | Immortal Inn by Erhai Lake | Dali ancient city south gate tower one-day tour · stunning ancient style photo spot | How to plan a Yunnan road trip? A comprehensive guide | Dali Torch Festival 8.7! The most complete guide online | Gansu Linxia Yongjing · Weijiapo｜Liujiaxia Reservoir, northwest’s little Erhai Lake）
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] | 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) | 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) | 1-day tour from Lijiang to Dali + 360° Erhai Lake circuit + meals included + can leave group in Dali | Shaxi / Jianchuan Ancient Town: Round Trip or one-way transfer between Lijiang and Dali | Highlight Dali Cangshan view by Cable Car and er'hai lake cruiser by hotel transfer | Eryuan Trip Moments[Zibi Lake/Dali West Lake Multilingual Photographer Services: Photo Shoots, Aerial Photography, and Portraits] | Trip Moments in Xishuangbanna[One-on-One Following Shots, Street Photography, Aerial Photography, Candid Shots, Wedding Photography/Multilingual Translator Photographer/Photography & Videography] | Lijiang One-Day Tour Private Car Service [ Personalized Travel Routes / Flexible Departure Time ] | One-Day Tour to Dali Jizu Mountain, Jinding Temple, and Zhusheng Temple [Includes Round-Trip Direct Bus + Ticket + Cable Car] | Dali Lison Banquet: Savor authentic delicacies, admire the scenery of Cang'er, and immerse in the ancient charm of Bai culture | Dali Prefecture Old Town of Lijiang Trip Moments[Multiple styles to choose from + ethnic costume photo shoot + diverse clothing options + premium service] | [Premium service] Day trip from Dali to Ancient Town Shaxi + Yujin Bridge + Sideng Street | Dali Trip Moments[One-on-One Following Shots, Street Photography, Aerial Photography, Candid Shots, Wedding Photography/Multilingual Translator Photographer/Photography & Videography] | Dali Ancient Town Shaxi, Xingjiao Temple, Yujin Bridge Chinese Mini Group Day Tour by Business Vehicle | Yunnan Chinese/English/Thai/Russian/Multilingual|Local guide/interpreter (various interpretation services - accompanying tours - in-park commentary)|Welcome to inquire | [Dali] Royal Court Feast Celebration (Immersive Court Banquet Experience + Tianxiyuan Garden Royal Attraction + Tang & Song Dynasty Imperial Cuisine + Bai Ethnic Culture + Optional Ancient Costume Experience) | Customized Private Chartered Tour in Yunnan - Guide - Local Guide - Interpreter - City Walk, Photography Service / Business / Chinese - English - Russian - French - Other Minor Languages | Dali to Shaxi Shibao Mountain Jianchuan Old Town private charter 1-day tour