Chinatown Travel Guide
Oakland
Popular places to visit
Oakland Museum of California
Delve into Californian history at this interdisciplinary museum, which features enthralling exhibits of landscape paintings, cultural artifacts and natural science under one roof.
Jack London Square
Shop, dine and stroll to your heart’s content in this waterside square, named after the novelist who spent his childhood here.
University of California, Berkeley
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of California, Berkeley during your trip to Berkeley. Attend a sporting event or discover the beautiful sunsets in this vibrant area.
Oakland Zoo
Watch alligators being fed, ride a train through the Australian outback and see a herd of elephants on the African savannah at this animal park.
Greek Theater
You can get tickets for a performance at Greek Theater during your stay in Berkeley. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Berkeley Marina
Explore the waterfront in Berkeley with a trip to Berkeley Marina. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and shops in this vibrant area.
Things to do
California Sunset Cruise (2-hours)
San Francisco Bridge to Bridge Cruise (90-minutes)
San Francisco RocketBoat High-Speed Bay Adventure
San Francisco Bay Sightseeing Cruise International Narration
Top hotels in Chinatown
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
"Bathroom a little small. Wonderful complementary breakfast."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
"Nice hotel conveniently located near Chinatown."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
"Great location for a weekend in San Francisco!"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel
"Easy check in and out staff was helpful easy valet parking"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Handlery Union Square Hotel
"Great location, in the heart of Union Square. A lot shopping and restaurants around. Safe and walkable. Great pool. Helpful staff."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Hilton San Francisco Union Square
Other neighbourhoods around Chinatown
Downtown Oakland
Theatres, art galleries and live music highlight some notable features of Downtown Oakland. Make a stop by Oakland City Center or Embarcadero Bay Bicycle Trail while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at 12th Street/Oakland City Center Station or 19th St Station to get around town.
San Antonio
If you're spending some time in San Antonio, Lake Merritt and Phap Duyen Tu are top sights worth seeing.
West Oakland
While you're in West Oakland, take in top sights like Old Oakland and jump on the metro at West Oakland Station to see more of the city.
West Alameda
If you're spending some time in West Alameda, Robert W. Crown Memorial State Beach and Pacific Pinball Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Piedmont Avenue
Though Piedmont Avenue may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Children's Fairyland and Paramount Theatre.
Temescal
If you're spending some time in Temescal, Temescal Alley and Oakland Floats are top sights worth seeing.
