Chinatown Travel Guide
San Francisco
Popular places to visit
Dragon's Gate
Find out about the history of San Francisco when you take a trip to Dragon's Gate. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Columbus Tower
You can find out about the history of San Francisco with a visit to Columbus Tower. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
St. Mary Square
Find out about the history of San Francisco with a stop at St. Mary Square. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Old St. Mary's Cathedral
Learn about the local history of San Francisco when you spend time at Old St. Mary's Cathedral. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Portsmouth Square
You can find out about the history of San Francisco with a trip to Portsmouth Square. Amble around this vibrant area's Chinatown or experience its fascinating museums.
Chinese Historical Society of America
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Chinese Historical Society of America during your trip to San Francisco. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Top hotels in Chinatown
The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco
Reviewed on 20 Aug 2025
Orchard Garden Hotel
Reviewed on 22 Aug 2025
Grant Plaza Hotel
Reviewed on 21 Aug 2025
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Reviewed on 21 Aug 2025
Hyatt Regency San Francisco
Reviewed on 23 Aug 2025
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Reviewed on 23 Aug 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Chinatown
Union Square
Known for its charming cafes and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Union Square. Check out top attractions like Westin St Francis Hotel Glass Elevators and Union Square, and jump on the metro at Powell St & Geary Blvd Stop or Powell St & Post St Stop to see more of the city.
Nob Hill
Gourmet restaurants Chinatown and top sights from Grace Cathedral to SF Masonic Auditorium – discover Nob Hill, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Financial District
Gourmet restaurants Chinatown and top sights from Embarcadero Center to TransAmerica Pyramid – discover Financial District, a destination also famous for its shopping.
North Beach
Travellers love North Beach for its popular shops, and you can see more of San Francisco by jumping on the metro at Columbus Ave & Lombard St Stop or Columbus Ave & Chestnut St Stop. You might spend time checking out top sights like Pier 39 and San Francisco Bay.
Russian Hill
Travellers choose Russian Hill for its pristine beaches. Hop aboard the metro at Hyde St & Filbert St Stop or Hyde St & Union St Stop and check out top sights like Macondray Lane.
Downtown San Francisco
Known for its fascinating museums, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in Downtown San Francisco. Top attractions like Oracle Park and Chase Center are major draws. Catch the metro at Market St & 5th St Stop or Market St & Taylor St Stop to see more of the city.
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- Dragon's Gate
- Columbus Tower
- St. Mary Square
- Old St. Mary's Cathedral
- Ross Alley
- Portsmouth Square
- Spofford Alley
- Norras Temple
- Tin How Temple
- Kong Chow Temple
- Chinese Historical Society of America
- Chinese Telephone Exchange
- Buddha's Universal Church
- Golden Gate Park
- Pier 39
- Golden Gate Bridge
- Chase Center
- Moscone Convention Center
- Alcatraz Island
- Presidio of San Francisco
- Jack London Square
- Lombard Street
- Muir Woods National Monument
- San Francisco State University
- Oakland Arena
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