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Dali Travel Guide 2026: Top Attractions, Things to do & Itinerary | Trip.com | August 2026

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What to do

Looking for things to do in Dali? We provide up-to-date info on everything from must-see scenic spots to local hangouts.

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Where to stay

Discover the most popular places to stay in Dali, 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 dishes and foodie spots.

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Dali Moments: Through Travelers' Eyes

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Chillin’ at Xi Zhou Mai Tian: Yunnan Eats & Breezy Vibes

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Chillin’ at Xi Zhou Mai Tian: Yunnan Eats & Breezy Vibes

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Dali — The City Where Time Stands Still. 7 Reasons.

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Dali — The City Where Time Stands Still. 7 Reasons.

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Dali is a bit different this time around

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Dali is a bit different this time around

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🚄 Yunnan's Most Beautiful Train Journey: Kunming to Shangri-La 🇨🇳

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🚄 Yunnan's Most Beautiful Train Journey: Kunming to Shangri-La 🇨🇳

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Dali ~ Perfect place to Chill

Dali ~ Perfect place to Chill

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2 days in Dali 🌲 short stay

2 days in Dali 🌲 short stay

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Nature's Natural Aircon in these cities throughout the year

Nature's Natural Aircon in these cities throughout the year

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🌄 Discover Yunnan: China’s Land of Eternal Spring 🇨🇳✨

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🌄 Discover Yunnan: China’s Land of Eternal Spring 🇨🇳✨

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Best of Dali

Popular Best Things to Do Near Dali

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Popular Scenic Hotels Near Dali

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Popular Types of Attractions in Dali

Popular Attractions in Dali

Tianshuigou Site | Dali Shayuan Tongzhou Desert | Eight Fish Stone Tomb Museum | Baihutun Village

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Popular Restaurants in Dali

李胖娃·大荔水盆羊肉(大荔店) | 曹雄杰葫芦头·小炒煮馍(大荔总店) | 老薛家米皮店(大荔店) | 老管家继红羊肉泡(同州路) | 正新鸡排(大荔中学店) | 正新鸡排·炸鸡烧烤(北大街店) | 爵士牛排西餐厅(大荔店) | 轩记老潼关肉夹馍(西库道店) | Wugushifang (nanhuanlu) | 李麦季卤肉炉齿面扯面馆 | 骨香大盆骨(三河明珠店) | 晓辉辣子鸡 | 秒秒福米线(大荔店) | 马家水盆 | 秦源早晚羊肉 | 华莱士·全鸡汉堡(同州店) | 正新鸡排·炸鸡烧烤(大荔店) | 正新鸡排·炸鸡烧烤(同盛店) | 华莱士·全鸡汉堡(大荔店) | Lixiangdaxia (dali) | JIU YANG CHUN FAN DIAN | DA TANG XIAO CHU HA DAO GUAN | CHUAN XIANG GE JI GONG BAO | 清真老白家牛羊肉主题餐厅(东府店) | 嗜老柴家葫芦头 | 五泉面馆(北新街) | 关中咥饺子(黄河大厦店) | 580@Hongbei | 牛曾曾·鲜切牛肉串串(大荔店) | 朝邑尚记水盆羊肉

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Popular Trip Moments

Chillin’ at Xi Zhou Mai Tian: Yunnan Eats & Breezy Vibes | Dali — The City Where Time Stands Still. 7 Reasons. | Dali is a bit different this time around | 🚄 Yunnan's Most Beautiful Train Journey: Kunming to Shangri-La 🇨🇳 | Dali ~ Perfect place to Chill | 2 days in Dali 🌲 short stay | Nature's Natural Aircon in these cities throughout the year | 🌄 Discover Yunnan: China’s Land of Eternal Spring 🇨🇳✨ | A Basket Full of Memories: Mushroom Picking in Dali | Shaxi Ancient Village: Dali’s Chill Secret Spot 🌾✨ | Giving up on Weinan, this place is too amazing! | Dali: The Perfect Place to Slow Down 🌿 | China’s Most Beautiful Places for a Slow Escape 🌸 | Prep for a holiday in China | Top 5 UNDERRATED food in China | Discover the Magic of Erhai S Bay, Dali! | spent over a month in china, so trust me on this one ! | Shaanxi-style mutton soup is a hidden gem among locals! The broth is clear, the meat is tender, and it gets more and more addictive with every bite. | Dali - Beautiful lake and ancient City

More Things To Do in Dali

Travel photo shoot in Dali[Photography and Videography at Fuyou Ancient Village and Fengtu Granary on the Yellow River + Multilingual Translation with Local Photographer] | Mainland China 5G eSIM | Day Pass/Total Data Package | ChatGPT Available | 24-Hour Billing | 1-365 Days | QR Code | Mainland China 5G eSIM | Supports Google Maps / ChatGPT | Daily/Total Data Plans | 24-Hour Billing | 1–365 Days | QR Code | Mainland China/Hong Kong/Macau 5G eSIM | Day Pass/Total Data Package | 24-Hour Billing | QR Code | Global (77 Countries) 5G/4G eSIM | Supports Google Maps/TikTok/ChatGPT | Data Plan | 24-Hour Billing | 1–7 Days | QR code | Mainland China · Hong Kong · Macau 5G eSIM | All AI & TikTok | 1–365 Days | QR Code | 5G/4G eSIM in 8 Asian countries | Multi-network support, supports All AI & TikTok | 500MB/day - 50GB total | 1-30 days | 24-hour billing | QR code | Mainland China 5G eSIM | Dual Network • All AI & TikTok | 1–365 Days | QR Code | Asia 10 Regions 5G eSIM | Multi-Network • ChatGPT | 1–30 Days | QR Code | Mainland China/Hong Kong/Macau/Taiwan 5G/4G eSIM | Supports Google Maps / ChatGPT | Daily/Total Data Plans | 24-Hour Billing | 1–30 Days | QR Code | Mainland China 5G eSIM | Daily/Total Package | 500MB/Day - 100GB Total | 1-60 Days | 24-Hour Billing | QR Code | Asia-Pacific eSIM | 5G/4G | High-speed data | Daily data/data plan | 24-hour service | 1-30 days | QR code | Mainland China 5G eSIM | Dual Net | Daily/Total Data Package | 1–30 Days | 24-Hour Billing | QR Code | Mainland China/Hong Kong/Macau 4G/5G eSIM | Daily Package/Data Package | 24-Hour Billing | QR Code | Mainland China 5G eSIM | 2GB/day - 50GB total | Some plans include voice calls | AI & TikTok available | 1-365 days | Natural | QR Code | Mount Hua day tour with cable car and private English-speaking driver included | 1-day tour to emperor Qinshihuang's mausoleum site museum + emperor Qinshihuang's mausoleum site museum - Lishan garden + huaqing palace + song of everlasting sorrow | private tour with independent guide | 1-day private tour to Emperor Qinshihuang's Mausoleum Site Museum and Huaqing Palace | Emperor Qinshihuang's Mausoleum Site Museum (Terracotta Army) + The Song of Everlasting Sorrow grand performance|Half-day tour | Xi'an "Legend of the Camel Bell" show/concert ticket (optional: time slot + peak season special offer) | Xi'an Terracotta Warriors + Huaqing Palace 1-day tour (Optional: English join-in tour/private tour) | 1-day tour to Emperor Qinshihuang's Mausoleum Site Museum (Terracotta Army) with Chinese/English guide and The Romantic Show of Xi'An performance | Xi'an Emperor Qinshihuang's Mausoleum Site Museum + Terracotta Figure Making Experience - English Join-in Tour with Guide & Admission Ticket | 1-day tour to Xi'an emperor Qinshihuang's mausoleum site museum + city wall + family-friendly Huaqing palace tour with admission ticket custom trip | Private One Day In-depth Terracotta Museum&DIY mini Terracotta&Local Cave Dwellings Visit | 1-Day Xi'an Layover Tour: Terracotta Army with Round Airport transfers(XIY) | 1-day tour to emperor Qinshihuang's mausoleum site museum + emperor Qinshihuang's mausoleum site museum - Lishan garden + huaqing palace + camel bell show | private tour with independent guide | Xi'an Emperor Qinshihuang's Mausoleum Site Museum + Huaqing Palace 1-Day Tour [Small Group of 8 People / Optional Chinese or English Guide] | Xi'an Huashan Day Trip (15-person small group, family/parent-child group tour) includes entrance ticket, cable car, lunch, and pick-up service. | Private tour | Independent guide | 1-day tour to Xi'an Terracotta Warriors+Lishan garden (Bronze Chariot)+Huaqing palace