Taoyuan Travel Guide
Dali
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.
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.
Three Pagodas
Three Pagodas is just one of the places to see in Dali City, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around the area's lakeside or visit its temples.
Butterfly Spring Park
Explore the great outdoors at Butterfly Spring Park, a lovely green space in Dali City. Make some time to visit the monuments while you're in the area.
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.
South Gate
Find out about the history of Dali City when you take a trip to South Gate. Discover the area's mountain views and temples.
Things to do
Dali: Pottery village and Longweiguan Day Tour
Top hotels in Taoyuan
Dali Qingmai Seaview Resort
Hilton Dali Resort & Spa
Dali Taoxi Secret Manor
This manor is a wonderful retreat featuring unique and beautifully designed villas. The property was distinctly Chinese in style and quite attractive. The villa I stayed in was well appointed, with a spacious bathroom and heated floors. It also offered a very private, generously sized outdoor yard ...
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
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
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
Dali Yanyuan Mountain Retreat（大理晏清山居客栈)
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
Other neighbourhoods around Taoyuan
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.
Caicun
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Caicun and surrounding area, you can visit South Gate and Yu'er Park.
Dali Ancient Town
Dali Ancient Town is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like South Gate and Yu'er Park.
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 Erhai Lake is a top attraction you might want to visit.
