Title: Dali Ancient Town Travel Guide: Best of Dali Ancient Town, Dali Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Dali Ancient Town](https://expedia.co.uk/Dali-Ancient-Town-Dali-Hotels.0-n553248633981709482-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Dali](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Dali.d6094792.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Dali](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Dali.d6094792.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Dali Ancient Town Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Dali-Ancient-Town.d553248633981709482.Car-Hire-Guide)[Dali Ancient Town Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Dali-Ancient-Town.d553248633981709482.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Dali Ancient Town Travel Guide ## Dali ![Chongsheng Monastery](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248633981709482/f4eaae06-7ba1-4423-9317-92d190c01406.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The Three Pagodas of Chongsheng Temple near Dali Old Town, Yunnan province, China. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248633981709482/4f7521a9-e88f-4799-8861-35a351223bec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The streets of the old town Shaxi in Yunnan province](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248633981709482/4a9a902c-c56c-4bab-91f8-36e799f6a7c9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![ Old bridge in Xizhou China](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248633981709482/f59d9e0a-60e1-42b0-ac96-ecedb650935e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Yan's Compound in Xizhou is the most representative of Bai-style residences, about 13 kilometers (8.08 miles) from Dali City.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248633981709482/6191d072-8787-4848-92cc-1a20d8f4b8e9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Dali Ancient Town Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Dali travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Dali.dx6094792) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Er Hai](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635810196068/8b9a68b4-a0a9-4083-8f8b-0d37e8bd2d8c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Erhai Lake 5/5(1 review) Visit the “ear-shaped” lake on the edge of Dali to find waterfront parklands, tiny islands and fishermen who practice traditional fishing methods. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Erhai-Lake-Dali.d553248635810196068.Attraction) ![China, Yunnan Province, Dali, Three Pagodas of Chongsheng Temple](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6095878/d538a506-e68c-4857-9806-dbbe071cfa9a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Three Pagodas Three Pagodas is just one of the places to see in Dali Town, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around the area's lakeside or visit its temples. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Three-Pagodas-Dali.d6095878.Attraction) ![Cangshan Mountain](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532744599/35485ea6-4c3d-40aa-b0b6-a2811eb316a1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cangshan-Mountain-Dali.d553248621532744599.Attraction) #### South Gate 5/5(1 review) Find out about the history of Dali Town when you take a trip to South Gate. Discover the area's mountain views and temples. [](https://expedia.co.uk/South-Gate-Dali-Ancient-Town.d6095880.Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Yuer-Park-Dali-Ancient-Town.d553248621532744607.Attraction) #### Yunnan Shaxi Ancient Town Learn about the local history of Jianchuan County with a stop at Yunnan Shaxi Ancient Town. Wander the gardens and forests while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Yunnan-Shaxi-Ancient-Town-Dali.d553248621532744631.Attraction) --- ## Top hotels in Dali Ancient Town ![Dali Yanqingshanju Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24940000/24933800/24933746/57dcd434_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Dali Yanqingshanju Inn Yinxian Road, Shuidui Village Dali Yunnan Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay £35 30 Mar - 31 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly B&B in Dali. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Yu'er Park and South Gate are located ... 10/10 Exceptional! (26 reviews) The property was so pretty specially tge courtyard that we clicked so many photos. Rooms were spacious and well kept. Staff was so polite and friendly. Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=30%2F03%2F2026&endDate=31%2F03%2F2026&selected=24933746&PinnedHotelID=24933746&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248633981709482) ![Dali Old Courtyard Boutique Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26960000/26951700/26951694/92c792d6_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Dali Old Courtyard Boutique Inn No 12 Xinming Road Dali Dali Yunnan £76 6 Apr - 7 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly inn in Dali. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions South Gate and Yu'er Park are located ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (30 reviews) Clean room，staff friendly Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=06%2F04%2F2026&endDate=07%2F04%2F2026&selected=26951694&PinnedHotelID=26951694&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248633981709482) ![Wenshuo Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113920000/113911700/113911638/f850a454_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Wenshuo Hotel Wenshuo Hotel, No. 260, Fuxing Road Dali £48 24 Apr - 25 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Dali. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions South Gate and Yu'er Park are located ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (5 reviews) 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 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=24%2F04%2F2026&endDate=25%2F04%2F2026&selected=113911638&PinnedHotelID=113911638&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248633981709482) ![Hilton Garden Inn Dali Ancient City](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107170000/107162900/107162811/c1995e10_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hilton Garden Inn Dali Ancient City No. 1, Sanyue Street, Dali Town Dali Yunnan £46 1 Apr - 2 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Dali. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Yu'er Park and South Gate are located nearby. 9.8/10 Exceptional! (10 reviews) Room is very clean, friendly staff. Reviewed on 31 Oct 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F04%2F2026&endDate=02%2F04%2F2026&selected=107162811&PinnedHotelID=107162811&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248633981709482) ![SIXI GOLDEN SUNRISE SOUND SLEEP HOTEL](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115570000/115560500/115560484/a554ff26_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### SIXI GOLDEN SUNRISE SOUND SLEEP HOTEL 43 Yincang Rd, Dali Town Dali Yunnan £75 11 Apr - 12 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Dali. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a health club. Popular attractions Yu'er Park and South Gate are located nearby. 9.8/10 Exceptional! (6 reviews) 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 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=11%2F04%2F2026&endDate=12%2F04%2F2026&selected=115560484&PinnedHotelID=115560484&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248633981709482) ![China Old Story Inns Dali Elite Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16020000/16011100/16011006/0addcbfb_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### China Old Story Inns Dali Elite Garden No. 10 Community South Gate Dali Yunnan £17 26 Apr - 27 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Dali. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions South Gate and Dali Wenxian Road are located nearby. 9/10 Wonderful! (17 reviews) Uniquely designed complex with beautiful gardens. Friendly staff. Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=26%2F04%2F2026&endDate=27%2F04%2F2026&selected=16011006&PinnedHotelID=16011006&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248633981709482) [See all 283 properties in Dali Ancient Town](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=27%2F03%2F2026&endDate=28%2F03%2F2026®ionId=553248633981709482) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Dali-Caicun.dx553248633981711653) ![Longkan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635810196068/8b9a68b4-a0a9-4083-8f8b-0d37e8bd2d8c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Longkan Travellers like the parks in Longkan, and Erhai Lake is a top attraction you might want to visit. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Dali-Longkan.dx553248633981711647) ![Xiaguan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6094792/615d8930-678a-4218-90c1-1e47b546ab71.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Xiaguan Travellers like the museums in Xiaguan, and Dali Museum is a top attraction you might want to visit. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Dali-Xiaguan.dx6094750) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Xizhou Visitors to Xizhou like its restaurants and architecture, and Erhai Lake is a sight worth a stop. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Dali-Xizhou.dx553248633981711511) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Shuanglang While visiting Shuanglang, you might make a stop by sights like Erhai Lake and Nanzhao Folk Island. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Dali-Shuanglang.dx553248633981709476) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. 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