Chinatown Sydney
There is much to see and do and taste in Sydney's Chinatown
The largest Chinatown in all of Australia, Sydney's Chinatown offers a wide selection of ethnic shopping and dining choices and is very easy to access by public transport. It is a great place for taking photos, and discovering some great bargains.
Many years ago, Sydney's Chinese centre was located in Darling Harbour and prior to that, the The Rocks. Around 1920 it began to establish itself in its current location of Haymarket at the southern end of the Central Business District. You will enjoy strolling down the pedestrian only Dixon Street, which forms the heart of Chinatown. Each end of the street welcomes you with an ornate Chinese gateway called a Paifang. You will find a variety of authentic Chinese restaurants along with numerous shops selling everything from produce to Chinese herbal remedies, housewares, clothing and more.
At the southern end of Dixon Street you will find Market City which has many Asian Specialty shops as well as Sydney's largest Asian supermarket. You will also find the renowned Paddy's Market there.
Be sure to see the Golden Water Mouth, a sculpture made from a dead tree trunk located at the corner of George and Hay Street. Chinese tradition believes it brings good fortune to the community. Also worth a visit is the Chinese Friendship Gardens on Harbour Street.
An extra special time for visiting Chinatown is during the three week Chinese New Year in January and/or February when you will see all kinds of celebrations and parades; in fact Sydney has some of the best Chinese New Year festivities outside of Asia.
Nearby attractions: Powerhouse Museum, Capitol Theatre, Chinese Gardens, Market City and Paddy's Market.
Facts For Your Visit
Fee:Chinatown Sydney Hours:
Opening hours may differ on holidays
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
Address: 82/84 Dixon St, Haymarket NSW 2000, Australia
Official Website: Chinatown Sydney
Chinatown Sydney Reviews
Rated out of 5
Huge selection of authentic Chinese food and deserts. A must try is the emperers cream puffs. Super cheap worth wait. Theres always a line up but it moves quick.
Kara - in the last week
I went to Chinatown in Sydney for dinner. It wasn’t as busy as usual, probably because many of the establishments in the area are under repair or renovation. Despite that, I still really enjoyed the Asian food there. The flavors were great, and there were plenty of options to choose from.
The atmosphere was a bit quieter, but that made it more relaxed and enjoyable. I love the variety of restaurants and street food stalls, and even with fewer people, the food was delicious. It’s always nice to experience the vibrant culture and try different dishes.
Overall, a good evening out, and I’d definitely go back to try more places once everything is back to normal. Chinatown in Sydney is a great spot for a tasty and affordable meal.
Shenna Jaye Quitoriano - 3 weeks ago
A great place to experience Chinese culture and food. If you are tired of fish and chips, you might as well come here to taste a variety of Chinese dishes.
Xinyong Chen - a week ago
Glad I can add this to the Chinatown collections across the globe! Always a good marker for me!
The banner is similar to the major Chinatowns across the globe! Though only a small stretch here. Paddy market in Haymarket is in the same place as Chinatown.
I must admit the Chinatown in Melbourne (the longest serving Chinatown in the world) is triply more vibrant in my opinion compared to this!
Mei Yew - 2 months ago
We visited Chinatown for the Neon Playground. What a vibe! We had a great time with so much food, live music and entertainment. Definitely worth the trip into the city.
Simply_Linda_xo - 2 months ago
Directions
| Train Line | Nearest Station | Walking Time |
|---|---|---|
| Light Rail L2 | Chinatown | 4 minutes |
| Light Rail L1 | Capitol Square | 2 minutes |
How to get to Chinatown Sydney by Train
By Light Rail L1: From Capitol Square Station, proceed west on Hay Street, cross George Street and continue to the South Gate on Dixon Street.
By Light Rail L2: From Chinatown Station on L2, walk south on George Street, go left on Hay Street, continue to the South Gate on Dixon
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