Dali Food Walk: Explore the Most Authentic Food in Dali Old Town

5.0(1)4 hoursChinese, Cantonese, EnglishBook 12 hours aheadDali, China

From

$90

Our fluent English-speaking guides Young and Lily will take you beyond the usual tourist spots to discover the best local food and most authentic corners of Dali Old Town.

We are one of the most-booked English Speaking Tour in Dali. Professional, friendly, and ideal for travelers who love exploring authentic local culture.

Included

Admission fee
Bottled water
Snacks

Not included

Gratuities
Meals
Alcoholic Beverages

What you'll do

The tour begins at the farmers' market near the North Gate of Dali Old Town
Here, you can explore a wide variety of fresh mushrooms, vegetables, local snacks, and traditional dishes being prepared on the spot. The market is lively and full of character, offering a genuine glimpse into everyday life in Dali today.
1 hour
We will take a detour to the Dali Film Museum, we’ll explore the city’s history of filmmaking
The museum houses a large collection of vintage film reels, cameras, and projectors, offering a fascinating look at Dali’s long connection with cinema and its local film culture.
20 min
Yu'er Park
No.137 Yu'er Road, Dali, China
Take a relaxing walk beneath the old trees in Yu’er Park and get a glimpse of local life as people gather here to relax and dance.
20 min
Dali Foreigner Street
northern part of Dali, between Bo'ai Lu and Fuxing Lu, Dali, China
Located in the heart of Dali Old Town, this area was once a popular gathering place for international travelers. Today, it has evolved into a lively neighborhood filled with cafés, artisan shops, and local boutiques.
At the Confucius Temple, a place where people come to wish for success in their
studies and careers, we’ll experience Dali’s rich cultural heritage and admire its beautiful traditional architecture.
25 min
Dali Catholic Church
Crossing of Pingdeng Road and Fuxing Road, Dali Ancient Town, Dali, China
At the Dali Catholic Church, you’ll discover a unique blend of Western and local culture in both its architecture and traditions.
20 min
At Wuhua Tower, in the center of Dali Old Town, you can climb to the second floo
r for the Breathtaking panoramic views of the old town, Erhai Lake, and Cangshan Mountain. A great photo spot.
25 min
At Honglongjing, you can see fresh spring water flowing down from Cangshan Mount
ain, where natural scenery blends with cafés, shops, and local life.
Once a bedsheet factory in the 1990s, this space has been transformed into an art district by local artists
You’ll find handmade crafts, paintings, and studios, offering a glimpse into how Dali’s artists live and work.
30 min
The South Gate is one of the main entrances to Dali Old Town and a well-known landmark of the ancient city
You can see the traditional city walls from here. We will end the trip here.
20 min

Meeting and pickup

3 locations

Pickup details

We will meet you at a meet point before the start of the tour: Ji Hotel (Dali Old Town) Address in Chinese: 全季酒店（大理古城店） From here, we will visit the Dali Old Town North Gate Farmer's Market.