Dayan Old Town Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Dayan Old Town
Popular places to visit
Jade Dragon Snow Mountain Scenic Area
You can take time to visit Jade Dragon Snow Mountain Scenic Area during your travels to Yulong. Wander the parks or discover the mountain views in this quaint area.
Tiger Leaping Gorge
Challenge yourself to this cliff-edge trek and be rewarded with unforgettable views across terraced farmland, snowy peaks and the mighty Yangtze River.
Lijiang Old Town
Find out about the history of Lijiang when you take a trip to Lijiang Old Town. Discover the mountain views in this quaint area.
Lijiang Mural
You can learn about the history of Lijiang with a trip to Lijiang Mural. Discover the mountain views in this culturally rich area.
Mu Family Mansion
After visiting Mu Family Mansion, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Lijiang. Discover the mountain views in this culturally rich area.
Wangu Pavilion
Find out about the history of Lijiang when you take a trip to Wangu Pavilion. Discover the mountain views in this culturally rich area.
Activities
Flexible Lijiang City Highlights Private Day Tour with Lunch
Shangri-La Area Private Day Tour from Lijiang/Shangri-La
1 Day Jade Dragon Snow Mountain and Baisha Village Private Tour
Our pick of the best Dayan Old Town Hotel Deals
InterContinental Lijiang Ancient Town Resort by IHG
All Staff are very nice
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Hotel Indigo Lijiang Ancient Town by IHG
The room is modern and spacious. Excellent location as it’s just next to the old town. Staff is very friendly. As we had 2 rooms, I’ve emailed to the hotel in advance to have it near to each other. It was nice that they did as the hotel’s layout is like a courtyard style. So you can imagine if one ...
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Lijiang Hotel JunPoXuan
Great location. Great staff. Beautiful historic property and room amenities.
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Merry Inn Lijiang
Small but charming hotel. The property sits on a higher elevation so it has a very nice view of the mountain. Peaceful and calm.
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Lize Graceland Artistic Suite Inn
We booked this stay for the last night of our anniversary trip! The accommodation is located within the old town, thus no cars are allowed to enter. However the hotel staff had already contacted me far in advance to arrange luggage pick up so arriving to the hotel was very easy! They also arranged ...
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
LIJIANG DUOFU RESORT HOTEL
Local de estilo tradicional en la old city
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Dayan Old Town
Shuhe Old Town
Historical sites and restaurants are notable features of Shuhe Old Town. You might consider stopping by Ancient Tea Horse Road Museum while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Gucheng District
While visiting Gucheng District, you might make a stop by sights like Black Dragon Pool and Lijiang Mural.
Lugu Lake - Ninglang
You'll enjoy the mountain views and museums in Lugu Lake - Ninglang. You might want to make time for a stop at Lake Houses or Liwubi Island.
