[2025 Dali Attraction] Travel Guide for Xizhou Ancient Town Xishan Market (Updated Jul)

Tucked just 18km north of Dali Old Town, Xizhou (喜洲) is a hidden gem that blends history, Bai culture, and charming countryside vibes. Unlike the more commercialized old towns, Xizhou offers a slower, more authentic rhythm of life. Stroll along cobblestone alleys lined with well-preserved Bai-style courtyard homes, and don’t miss the intricate wood carvings and tiled rooftops that whisper stories of a prosperous trading past. 🌅 I also visited the morning market, where locals sell everything from fresh vegetables to handcrafted snacks. It’s lively, colorful, and the perfect way to start your day like a local! 🎨 Spot artisans hand-dyeing cloth with natural indigo. ☕️ Enjoy a rooftop coffee with a view of Cangshan mountains. 🌾 Cycle or hop on the adorable “有风号” mini train through rice paddies and sunflower fields. 💡 Travel Tips: • Come in the morning to catch the best market scenes and soft light. • There’s a bus at Xizhou that brings you back to Dali Ancient town. 10人民币 per pax that departs on a rolling basis once the bus is filled. • Don’t leave without trying a Xizhou baba (喜洲粑粑) — it’s crispy, savory, and addictive! Xizhou isn’t just a town — it’s a feeling. A gentle reminder to slow down and let life surprise you. 💛 #summervacay #喜洲古镇 #BaiCulture #SlowTravel #HiddenGem #XizhouMorningMarket #喜洲早市 #XizhouBaba #DaliTravel #喜洲粑粑 #喜洲稻田 #中国古镇

We took complete tour package (80 yuan for adults, 40 yuan for kids above 1,2m). Kids below 1,2m dont have to pay. It includes a tour guide to a mansion, 2-way electric car to xizhou ancient town area, and train ticket. For those with kids and elderly who dont understand mandarin, i suggest to just skip the mansion explanation and just go to wheat field to take train and picture. Plenty foods available in the market.

Try out local delights! Recommend some of the common street food here.