Chinatown Travel Guide
San Francisco
Popular places to visit
St. Mary Square
Find out about the history of San Francisco with a stop at St. Mary Square. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this vibrant area.
Old St. Mary's Cathedral
After visiting Old St. Mary's Cathedral, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Francisco. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this vibrant area.
Oracle Park
Catch an event at Oracle Park during your trip to San Francisco. Take in the acclaimed art galleries and beautiful sunsets in this vibrant area.
Golden Gate Bridge
After visiting Golden Gate Bridge, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Francisco. Amble around this vibrant area's seaside or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
Pier 39
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home when you visit Pier 39, a popular shopping spot in San Francisco. Discover the beautiful sunsets and notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Golden Gate Park
Golden Gate Park is just one of the places to see in San Francisco, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the seaside or experience the acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Top hotels in Chinatown
Hotel North Beach
Great area. Room not secured, window latch to public area broken. Should be less money for the quality
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco
It was just okay. Price / value is questionable
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Grant Plaza Hotel
Clean room, staff was really welcoming and kind. Plenty of shops nearby no need to walk far to get food or shop, would definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Lovely view, friendly staff, comfortable bed and pillows
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Handlery Union Square Hotel
Pool was clean, Staff is polite and helpful and the rooms are comfortable and clean.
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
We basically just slept at the hotel one night, ate breakfast the next morning, and caught our flight home. We had no complaints! Rooms are spacious and comfortable and the breakfast was impressive. Would stay here again!
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
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 SF Masonic Auditorium to Cable Car Museum – discover Nob Hill, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Financial District
Gourmet restaurants Chinatown and top sights from Embarcadero Center to Market Street Railway Museum – 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 Van Ness Avenue.
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 San Francisco Bay are major draws. Catch the metro at Market St & 5th St Stop or Market St & Taylor St Stop to see more of the city.
