Foreigner Street (Yangren Jie) / 洋人街

Originally named Huguo Road, this 1km-long cobblestone street in Dali Old Town became famous as the gathering place for foreign travelers. Now a bustling commercial street with Western and Chinese restaurants, jewelry shops, antique stores, tie-dye shops, and galleries.

Foreigner Street (Yangren Jie) / 洋人街

Category

Shopping

Why Visit

  • The most vibrant shopping and nightlife area in Dali Old Town. Perfect for buying Bai handicrafts, silver jewelry, tie-dye textiles, and trying local snacks. Famous bars and cafés.

Suggested Duration

2–3 Hours (evening recommended)

Best Visiting Time

Evening (18:00–22:00) when bars open and street life is most vibrant.

Suitable For

  • Shoppers, nightlife seekers, foodies, young travelers

Tips

  • Bargain at shops—expect 30–40% off initial prices. Try grilled rushan (milk fan) from street vendors. The Tang Dynasty Bar is a local institution. Check out tie-dye and silver jewelry shops.

Admission Type

Free

Reservation Required

No

Opening Hours

All Day (Shops: ~09:00–22:00; Bars: ~18:00–late)

Address (English & Chinese)

Foreigner Street (Huguo Road), Dali Old Town, Dali City, Yunnan Province, China 云南省大理白族自治州大理市大理古城内护国路(洋人街)

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