Title: Chinatown Travel Guide: Best of Chinatown, San Francisco Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Chinatown](https://expedia.co.uk/Chinatown-San-Francisco-Hotels.0-n6004910-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to San Francisco](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-San-Francisco.d178305.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in San Francisco](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-San-Francisco.d178305.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Chinatown Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Chinatown.d6004910.Car-Hire-Guide)[Chinatown Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Chinatown.d6004910.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Chinatown Travel Guide ## San Francisco ![Chinatown showing street scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6004910/17102e5a-f21b-410b-a439-c24213757206.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Chinatown showing street scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6004910/17102e5a-f21b-410b-a439-c24213757206.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Chinatown showing signage, central business district and a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6004910/c838f829-f93c-4efc-8434-cb0180ed6114.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Chinatown showing signage, street scenes and a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6004910/783a590a-ca03-4dc8-b7c8-d996c788c205.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Chinatown showing street scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6004910/ba1f2571-777a-4435-8bcb-1cf605bd3c11.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Chinatown Things to do Hotels Where to stay [San Francisco travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco.dx178305) #### This historic and lively district offers an eclectic mixture of ornamental houses, exotic shops, restaurants, small museums, temples and food markets. San Francisco’s Chinatown is one of the most densely populated and vibrant urban areas in the United States. These narrow streets have lived through more than 160 years of turf wars, opium dens, bubonic plague, bootleggers, and secret clubs and societies to become one of the city’s most popular tourist attractions. Like much of San Francisco, the neighbourhood was rebuilt after the 1906 earthquake and fire. Start your journey through the landmark pagoda-topped Chinatown Gate at the intersection of Bush Street and Grant Avenue. Ornamental dragons slither across this ceremonial entrance while traditional Fu dogs made of stone stand guard at its sides. Look out for the many markets along Stockton Street where the locals shop. There are chickens, turtles and many other animals on display. One of the attractions that also makes Chinatown worth a visit is the Golden Gate Fortune Cookie Factory. The factory is in a small building in a backstreet known as Ross Alley. As you approach, the sweet aromas will draw you in as fortune cookies of all shapes and sizes are made here. Although there are other fortune-cookie bakeries in the San Fransisco, this is the only place where you can watch them being made the old-school way: by hand.The term factory is misleading as it’s really two or three people folding cookie after cookie behind the shop’s counter. Best of all, fresh bags of cookies are available for purchase. To get more of a feel for the real Chinatown, rather than the one on show for the tourists, don’t just stick to the main streets with their fancy architecture, dim sum restaurants and souvenir shops. Wander through the labyrinth of back alleys and side streets to immerse yourself in the neighbourhood where the residents go about their daily business. Pop into temples, duck into the smaller stores and make a few discoveries of your own. Chinatown is an easy walk from the downtown area. Streetcars also service the area. --- ### Popular places to visit ![St. Mary Square](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6065737/5a3b7b7a-95ab-41b8-80f8-d6a1f289cee3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### St. Mary Square Take a break from the bustle of Chinatown at this pretty pocket park near Old St. Mary’s Cathedral. [](https://expedia.co.uk/St-Mary-Square-San-Francisco.d6065737.Attraction) ![The beautiful stained glass windows inside the cathedral #bestof5](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3132/d19a1f2c-8733-40f5-93cb-b30e356fae9a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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 fascinating museums and shops in this vibrant area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Old-St-Marys-Cathedral-San-Francisco.d6069409.Attraction) #### Dragon's Gate 3.5/5(7 reviews) Find out about the history of San Francisco when you take a trip to Dragon's Gate. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this vibrant area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Dragons-Gate-San-Francisco.d553248621533114864.Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Columbus-Tower-San-Francisco.d553248621533114313.Attraction) #### Commercial Street You can find out about the history of San Francisco with a visit to Commercial Street. Amble around this vibrant area's Chinatown or experience its fascinating museums. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Commercial-Street-San-Francisco.d553248621533114311.Attraction) #### Ross Alley Find out about the history of San Francisco with a stop at Ross Alley. Amble within Chinatown or visit the notable monuments in this vibrant area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ross-Alley-Downtown-San-Francisco.d553248621533114445.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Golden Gate Bay Cruise Service: sail around Alcatraz! ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/219796/d51f338a-6a93-4ad8-ab9b-06f7a1ddbe6a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Golden Gate Bay Cruise - Sail Around Alcatraz! (1-hour) £28 per adult **96%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/golden-gate-bay-cruise-sail-around-alcatraz-1-hour.a219796.activity-details) ![Inside the cell block at Alcatraz](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/671502/07d315e0-8bb1-4ae9-9236-1bb35e12946d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Alcatraz Island Tour Package £100 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/alcatraz-island-tour-package.a671502.activity-details) ![California Academy of Sciences General Admission](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/219652/f0bca80b-682f-4287-bac0-eccb47dd5591.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### California Academy of Sciences Daytime Admission £36 per adult **86%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/california-academy-of-sciences-daytime-admission.a219652.activity-details) ![San Francisco City Lights Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/219776/95f2a2ad-387b-435e-99b1-49a9d049006c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### San Francisco City Lights Cruise (2-hours) £42 per adult **94%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/san-francisco-city-lights-cruise-2-hours.a219776.activity-details) ![Go City: San Francisco All-Inclusive Pass with 25+ Attractions](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/219896/8f48853e-8b87-4e6b-85c2-057f6b4e921c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Go City: San Francisco All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions £76 per adult **88%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/go-city-san-francisco-all-inclusive-pass-with-30-attractions.a219896.activity-details) ![San Francisco: One day Yosemite and Giant Sequoia Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/249490/828bcf12-0cb6-425c-9852-d5ed6cb7390e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### San Francisco: One day Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Tour £144 per adult **90%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/san-francisco-one-day-yosemite-and-giant-sequoias-tour.a249490.activity-details) [See all activities in San Francisco](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-San-Francisco.d178305.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Chinatown ![Grant Plaza Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/810000/803300/803213/097d6c42_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Grant Plaza Hotel 465 Grant Ave San Francisco CA £69 11 Feb - 12 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and a business centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ... 7.8/10 Good! (1,006 reviews) Great deal for Downtown/Chinatown area of SF Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=11%2F02%2F2026&endDate=12%2F02%2F2026&selected=803213&PinnedHotelID=803213&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6004910) ![Orchard Garden Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1520000/1516000/1515923/72e31d9d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Orchard Garden Hotel 466 Bush St San Francisco CA £114 15 Feb - 16 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews) Great room and staff Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F02%2F2026&endDate=16%2F02%2F2026&selected=1515923&PinnedHotelID=1515923&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6004910) ![Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/10600/10538/9ba9bb1f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG 1500 Van Ness Ave San Francisco CA £106 16 Feb - 17 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (5,234 reviews) We arrived early and was able to get an early check in. Checkout was a breeze. Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=16%2F02%2F2026&endDate=17%2F02%2F2026&selected=10538&PinnedHotelID=10538&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6004910) ![Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24700/24625/6fb55356_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf 2500 Mason St San Francisco CA £136 10 Feb - 11 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (7,302 reviews) Clean, friendly staff, great breakfast. Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F02%2F2026&endDate=11%2F02%2F2026&selected=24625&PinnedHotelID=24625&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6004910) ![Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31420000/31419900/31419890/fc76649d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown 701 3rd St San Francisco CA Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay £155 13 Feb - 14 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,982 reviews) Rumor's clean and comfortable. This part of SF is desamp without much homelessness Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=14%2F02%2F2026&selected=31419890&PinnedHotelID=31419890&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6004910) ![Hilton San Francisco Financial District](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/4400/4302/77af977e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hilton San Francisco Financial District 750 Kearny St San Francisco CA £106 16 Feb - 17 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness centre and Wi-Fi (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (2,372 reviews) there should be a welcome drinks. water so expensive .the time we arrived at the hotel we are really so thirsty buy anyway ,its business anyway Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=16%2F02%2F2026&endDate=17%2F02%2F2026&selected=4302&PinnedHotelID=4302&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6004910) [See all 4,739 properties in Chinatown](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=10%2F02%2F2026&endDate=11%2F02%2F2026®ionId=6004910) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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