Chinatown

Streets & neighbourhoods

Chinatown

San Francisco, United States

San Francisco's Chinatown, established in the 1850s, spans 24 blocks, filled with markets and pagoda-topped buildings. The Dragon Gate on Grant Avenue marks the entrance, welcoming visitors with a mix of traditional and modern sights.

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Crowds
Very busy, go early
Best months
Sep–Nov

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