Dali Ancient Town

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Dali Ancient Town

Popular places to visit

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Erhai Lake

5/5(2 reviews)

Visit the “ear-shaped” lake on the edge of Dali to find waterfront parklands, tiny islands and fishermen who practice traditional fishing methods.

Erhai Lake
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Three Pagodas

5/5(1 review)

Find out about the history of Dali Town when you take a trip to Three Pagodas. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the area's mountain views.

Three Pagodas
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Cangshan Mountain

Ride a scenic ropeway, visit a temple complex and hike the network of trails that traverse this collection of misty mountain peaks overlooking the city of Dali.

Cangshan Mountain
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South Gate

4.5/5(2 reviews)

Find out about the history of Dali Town when you spend time at South Gate. Discover the area's mountain views and temples.

South Gate
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Yu'er Park

5/5(1 review)

Explore the great outdoors at Yu'er Park, a lovely green space in Dali Town. Amble around the area's lakeside or visit its temples.

Yu'er Park
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Yunnan Shaxi Ancient Town

Learn about the local history of Shaxi when you take a trip to Yunnan Shaxi Ancient Town. Wander the gardens and forest while you're in the area.

Yunnan Shaxi Ancient Town

Things to do

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Dali Airport Same Day Luggage Services (1 Traveler 1 Bag)

$35
Per adult
Dali Airport Same Day Luggage Services (1 Traveler 1 Bag)
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Private hiking and trekking tour to Cangshan Mountain from Dali

$293
Per adult
Private hiking and trekking tour to Cangshan Mountain from Dali
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Private Day Tour to Dali Old Town by Round-way Fast Train from Kunming

$421
Per adult
Private Day Tour to Dali Old Town by Round-way Fast Train from Kunming
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1-Day Tie Dye Experience Tour in Dali

$160
Per adult
1-Day Tie Dye Experience Tour in Dali
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1-Day Erhai Sightseeing in Dali

$129
Per adult
1-Day Erhai Sightseeing in Dali
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Beautiful Country road Biking tour to Xinhua village Heqing start from Lijiang

$297
Per adult
Beautiful Country road Biking tour to Xinhua village Heqing start from Lijiang
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Dali Ancient Town Hotel Deals

China Old Story Inns Dali Elite Garden
China Old Story Inns Dali Elite Garden
3.5 out of 5
No. 10 Community South Gate, Wenxian Road, Dali, Yunnan
The price is $44 per night from May 5 to May 6
$44
$46 total
includes taxes & fees
May 5 - May 6
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Dali. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions South Gate and Dali Wenxian Road are located nearby. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (7 reviews)
"Overall pleasant experience, especially the tour driver Mr. Wang. However, we were not pleased that the electricity went out on the second night, leaving us in total dark and cold with no air conditioning, etc. The staff were not well trained to apologize in this situation but just remained silent. ..."

Reviewed on Feb 1, 2018

China Old Story Inns Dali Elite Garden
Dali Old Courtyard Boutique Inn
Dali Old Courtyard Boutique Inn
3.5 out of 5
No 12 Xinming Road Dali, Dali, Yunnan
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is $83 per night from May 11 to May 12
$83
$97 total
includes taxes & fees
May 11 - May 12
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly inn in Dali. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions South Gate and Yu'er Park are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (10 reviews)
"The hotel is set in an ancient dwelling built around a courtyard. While our room retained its original ancient nature, it was clean and comfortable. The bathroom, on the other hand, was modern and there was no lacking hot water. The staff was friendly and helpful. The hotel is located in a quiet ..."

Reviewed on Mar 21, 2024

Dali Old Courtyard Boutique Inn
Dali Landscape Hotel
Dali Landscape Hotel
4 out of 5
No. 96 Yuer Road, Dali Ancient Town, Dali, Yunnan
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Dali. Enjoy free parking, an arcade/game room, and dry cleaning or laundry services. Popular attractions Yu'er Park and South Gate ...
8/10 Very Good! (1 review)
"깨끗하고 친절하였으며 주변의 관광지와 잘 어울리고 교통도 편리한 위치에 있었습니다."

Reviewed on Jan 31, 2019

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Dali Landscape Hotel
Dali Yanyuan Mountain Retreat
Dali Yanyuan Mountain Retreat
3.5 out of 5
Yinxian Road, Shuidui Village, Dali, Yunnan
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly B&B in Dali. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Yu'er Park and South Gate are ...
10/10 Exceptional! (17 reviews)
"Staff at breakfast area are very friendly. The hotel adds a wooden platform on top of ceramic tiles to prevent slopping."

Reviewed on Dec 10, 2019

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Dali Yanyuan Mountain Retreat
Dali Lridescent Clouds Hotel
Dali Lridescent Clouds Hotel
4 out of 5
No. 60 Lvyu Street, Dali, Yunnan
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Dali. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions South Gate and Dali Wenxian Road ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (7 reviews)
Comfortable & quiet stay
"Very clean & comfotable. Only 10-min. walk from Ancient City."

Reviewed on Apr 5, 2019

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Dali Lridescent Clouds Hotel
1975 Inn Dali
1975 Inn Dali
3 out of 5
Dayuanzi Village, ErHaiMenWai, Dali Old City, Dali, Yunnan
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Dali. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and an LCD TV. Popular attractions South Gate and Yu'er Park are located nearby. Discover ...
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Other neighborhoods around Dali Ancient Town

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Caicun

While Caicun isn't home to many top sights, Three Pagodas and South Gate are some notable places to visit nearby.

Caicun
Er Hai

Longkan

Travelers like the parks in Longkan, and Erhai Lake is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Longkan
Dali

Xiaguan

Travelers like the museums in Xiaguan, and Dali Museum is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Xiaguan
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Xizhou

Travelers enjoy Xizhou for its restaurants and architecture. Consider checking out Erhai Lake while you're in the area.

Xizhou
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Shuanglang

If you're spending some time in Shuanglang, Erhai Lake and Nanzhao Folk Island are top sights worth seeing.

Shuanglang
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Taoyuan

You'll enjoy the monuments and parks in Taoyuan. You might want to make time for a stop at Erhai Lake or Butterfly Spring Park.

Taoyuan
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