What's Chinatown like?
There are lots of things that visitors like about Chinatown, especially its shops and Chinatown. Enjoy this walkable neighbourhood's art scene and selection of restaurants. Learn about local heritage at landmarks such as Old St. Mary's Cathedral and Columbus Tower. There's plenty more to see, including Chinatown Alleyways and Dragon's Gate.Where are the best places to stay in Chinatown?
We have 17 accommodation options in the neighbourhood. Here are some of our travellers' top places to stay in Chinatown:
Orchard Garden Hotel
4-star hotel with restaurant and bar- Free WiFi • Fitness centre • Rooftop terrace • Garden • Central location
Grant Plaza Hotel
City centre hotel- Free WiFi • 24-hour front desk • Central location
Hotel North Beach
City centre hotel- Free WiFi • Central location
SF Plaza Hotel
2.5-star hotel- Free WiFi • 24-hour front desk • Central location
How to get to Chinatown
Chinatown is located 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from the heart of San Francisco.Flying to:
- San Francisco International Airport (SFO), 12.4 mi (19.9 km) from Chinatown
- Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.), 12 mi (19.4 km) from Chinatown
- Concord, CA (CCR-Buchanan Field), 23.3 mi (37.4 km) from Chinatown
Getting to Chinatown on the metro
Stations in the neighbourhood include:- Powell St & Clay St Stop
- Powell St & Jackson St Stop
- California St & Grant Ave Stop
Things to see and do in and around Chinatown
What to see in Chinatown
- Chinatown Alleyways
- Old St. Mary's Cathedral
- Dragon's Gate
- Kong Chow Temple
- Spofford Alley
