Dali Prefecture
Dali Prefecture Travel Guide 2026: Top Attractions, Things to Do & Deals | Trip.com | April 2026
About Dali Prefecture
Recommended trip: 2–4 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
4.7/513,110 Reviews
Historic landmarkBoat tour
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
Yunnan CuisineInstagrammable
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Dali Erhai Lake. Qianshanji | Staying in a cliffside sea view cave, I stayed three days and didn’t want to leave
AUI. Leo 3117
Pretend you're in Greece, and encounter a romantic replica of the Aegean Sea.
SEAN RAMSEY
At Gugu Meimei · Manlan, slow down the pace and leave the rest to Erhai Lake and Cangshan Mountain clouds
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At Gugu Meimei · Pomegranate, where mountains, sea, and fireworks coexist
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Gu Gu Mei Mei | Quietly waiting for everyone who wants to slow down.
JUSTICE MOORE
Dali | The top choice for relaxing stays between Cangshan Mountain and Erhai Lake
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Shuanglang, Dali | Three-Colored Cloud River (Snow Shop) - so comfortable you won't want to leave!
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Nine trips around Erhai Lake revealed 11 hidden gems and must-see spots.
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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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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
4.4/571 Reviews
Banglazhang Hot Spring
4.0/596 Reviews
Dacao River Hot Spring Waterfall
4.7/543 Reviews
Qilongwan Hot Spring
4.7/547 Reviews
Popular Luxury Hotels Near Dali Prefecture
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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
Shangguan Flower Park | Nanzhao Jianji Large Bell | Main Shrine Hall | Dingxi Ridge | Yinjia Village | Yunnanyi Town | Shuanglang ancient town | Yu'er Garden | General Cave | Jiuliansi | Xinggong Tower | Wuwei Temple | Yinqiao Town | Kanglang Village | Bailongtan | Setting Sun Peak | Jingdi Temple | Maitreya Palace | Jinchiwan Square | Tingfeng Pavilion | Panxi Village | Jinsuo Island | Temple Deng Street | Mengyang Park | Haishe Ecological Park | Shoufo Temple | Dali Erhai Tianjing Temple | Lanxu Ancient Tie-Dyeing Experience Park (Xizhou Tianyuan Store) | Cangshan Botanical Garden | Facang Temple
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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
Blue Hour in Dali | Next to Dali Ideal Bang｜Smart Luxury Villa Sleeping by Erhai Lake | Dali May Day Escape from Crowds: Bai Ethnic Private Residence is the Ultimate Romance | The Fengshen Seascape in Shuanglang is ancient and beautiful; you can watch the sunrise over Erhai Lake from your bed. | Dali Longkan Pier｜A Garden-Style Boutique Stay Hidden by Erhai Lake | Tired from walking? Parking is free, and you can exit the station right away – the Lavender Hotel. | Cloud Fairy Mansion Infuses the Romance of Cangshan and Erhai into Every Moment | In Yunnan, I was "tricked" by a morning fog into a fairyland | Lost while exploring Yunnan, I stumbled upon a forgotten ancient village over a thousand years old | Stay relaxed and enjoy a worry-free 3-day itinerary for Dali! | Dali Old Town | A Wabi-Sabi Treasure Trove Hidden in the South Gate | Wedding under the Tree, holding your wedding here is just too romantic! | Dali Designer Homestay Must-Stay | Must-see Kunming and other destinations guide for the short holiday, take it without thanks | Countdown to the May Day holiday! Have you finalized your travel plans? | 6-Day Tour in Kunming and Surrounding Areas This Guide Made Me Not Want to Leave | 6-Day Mini Holiday Tour to Kunming and Other Places, So Fun You Won't Want to Leave | My favorite hotel in Dali! | 8-Day Trip to Kunming and Surrounding Areas: A Must-See Guide for Old Friends Traveling Together | "Nanny-level Spring Tour in Yunnan and Other Places, Office Workers Copy This Itinerary!" | "Super fun ways to play in Dali and other places, with unbeatable value!" | Complete Travel Guide for Reunion Trips in Kunming and Surrounding Areas – Save It Now! | "Enjoy the Beautiful Scenery with Family in Kunming and Other Places During May Day" | 6-Day May Day Tour to Dali and Other Places, Save It Now | Arcatia - Where the Wind Blows and Flowers Bloom | In Arcatia, Live Life Like Poetry | Dali's top-tier stay｜Living life like a Southeast Asian movie by the lakeside | Cangshan Mountain listening to the wind and Erhai Lake embracing the moon—Dali is truly an earthly paradise! | Staying at the Underwater Family Hotel in Dali, a vacation with kids that’s simply legendary | Traveling with kids in Dali, staying at the right guesthouse is worry-free and cost-effective | Xizhou Ancient Town Travel Guide: Bai Ethnic Charm at the Foot of Cangshan Mountain.
More Things To Do in Dali Prefecture
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 Day Trip [Pure Play Small Group of 8 People + Xizhou + Shuanglang] | 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 | Dali Erhai Lake Day Trip [All-inclusive tour + Ideal City + Shuanglang + S-Bend] | Shaxi Ancient Town Day Trip (Business-oriented pure sightseeing + 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 | Dali ◆ 360° Erhai Lake tour 'private charter • pure fun + late departure + optional attractions' | [5G SIM Card] China 5G Universal SIM Card Total 10GB/15GB/30GB/45GB High-speed 5G Unlimited Data (Pick up at Shanghai Pudong Airport) | Depart from Lijiang: Day Tour of Dali Ancient Town, Shuanglang, Erhai Lake, Ideal Land, and S Bay | 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 | Transportation Service from Dali, China to Ancient Town Shaxi and Shibao Mountain [Excluding Admission Ticket] | [Dali] Tile Cat Handicraft Experience (Artisan Spirit & Cultural Heritage + Professional Guidance + Intangible Cultural Heritage Craft + Traditional Tie-Dye + Glaze Coloring + Take Your Creation Home) | Dali Jizu Mountain Scenic Area One-Day Tour [Small Group Tour + Door-to-Door Pickup and Drop-off] | Yangbi Trip Moments[Portrait wedding/PR microfilms documentaries/commercial photography activity coverage/multilingual translation] | Dali Erhai+Shuanglang+Xizhou+Little Putuo Island Private Day Tour [Multilingual Services] | Dali Lison Banquet: Savor authentic delicacies, admire the scenery of Cang'er, and immerse in the ancient charm of Bai culture | From Dali: 1-day tour to Erhai Lake + Dali Ancient City area + Three Pagodas of Chongsheng Temple + Shuanglang Ancient Town | Dali, Yunnan translation/guide/local guide|Exhibition interpretation/Business interpretation|Attraction visits|English/Russian/Other Languages|Welcome to inquire | Dali ◆ 360° viral lakeside tour 'pure fun • premium small group + optional cruise' 1-day tour | Dali Shaxi Ancient Town Private Day Tour [ Unique Idyllic Scenery/Multilingual Services] | Dali, Yunnan Tour Guide Service [Multiple Attractions in Dali/Personalized Custom Routes/Professional Commentary/Foreign Language Service Requires 3-Day Advance Booking] | Dali Shaxi Ancient Town Day Tour: Immerse in Idyllic Scenery[Ticket Booking & Private Car] | [Must-go!] Jizu Mountain One-Day Tour by Private Car: Freely Explore A Buddhist Sacred Site in Dali | Dali Must-Visit: 1-Day English Mini-Group Tour to Xizhou ancient town and Erhai Corridor | Dali, Yunnan - Historical and Cultural Tour with Live Guide|Guide/local guide/translator | Exclusive Bullet Train Escape: Kunming to Dali's Premier Highlights in a Private Day Tour
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