Dali Ancient Town Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Dali Ancient Town
Popular places to visit
Erhai Lake
Visit the “ear-shaped” lake on the edge of Dali to find waterfront parklands, tiny islands and fishermen who practice traditional fishing methods.
Three Pagodas
Find out about the history of Dali Town when you spend time at Three Pagodas. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the area's mountain views.
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.
South Gate
Find out about the history of Dali Town when you take a trip to South Gate. Discover the area's mountain views and temples.
Yu'er Park
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.
Yunnan Shaxi Ancient Town
Learn about the local history of Shaxi with a stop at Yunnan Shaxi Ancient Town. Wander the gardens and forests while you're in the area.
Activities
Our pick of the best Dali Ancient Town Hotel Deals
Hilton Garden Inn Dali Ancient City
Great location, good service.
Reviewed on 14 July 2025
Dali Old Courtyard Boutique Inn
What a great place , staff was super helpfull and help us with a guide for a day (ask for Nancy she is the best). The hotel is clean and the rooms are big and comfortable. As Dali's old town is closed for cars please contact the hotel a day before you arrive so they can help you with the ...
Reviewed on 24 July 2025
Dali Yanqingshanju Inn
Excellent location to walkable sight seeing places, F&B and market place. Cleanliness and condition were at immaculate and very hospitable hosts, the sincerity were evidently displayed throughout the interaction. If you are someone who don't plan for your trip, your itinerary will be very well taken ...
Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025
Wenshuo Hotel
Lovely hotel with lots of character and conveniently located in the Old Town. However, hotel parking was challenging as it is located 600m from the property.
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
SIXI GOLDEN SUNRISE SOUND SLEEP HOTEL
Everything was pretty good .....except there was no bathroom wall. It would be helpful to install a Chinese partition between the bathroom and the bed.
Reviewed on 4 Aug 2025
China Old Story Inns Dali Elite Garden
Few minutes walk to the Dali Ancient City
Reviewed on 25 May 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Dali Ancient Town
Caicun
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Caicun and surrounding area, you can visit Three Pagodas and South Gate.
Longkan
Travellers like the parks in Longkan, and Erhai Lake is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Xiaguan
Travellers like the museums in Xiaguan, and Dali Museum is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Xizhou
Visitors to Xizhou like its restaurants and architecture, and Erhai Lake is a sight worth a stop.
Shuanglang
While visiting Shuanglang, you might make a stop by sights like Erhai Lake and Nanzhao Folk Island.
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.
