Fun walking around the quaint streets of Chinatown. Lots of shops to browse and great authentic Chinese restaurants. Wonderful jewelry stores with fine pieces of jade and exceptional gold jewelry.

Really felt like you were somewhere else the decoration the shop windows to the people. Didn’t see so many tourists around and so many shops selling Chinese produce. Nice to explore and certainly felt very safe in the day but nothing special.

Great place to walk and explore. Lots of shops with all kinds of jewelry, souvenirs, and jade! Interesting people too. Watch prices...some items are cheaper than others at different shops!

China Town is like 10 blocks of old Hong Kong. Lots of Cheap shopping and good restaurants. Don't forget to haggle on more expensive things. It starts at Dragon gate on Grant St. Just walk around and soak up the sights, sounds and smells of...More

I stayed not far from Chinatown so not only I went there to buy some food, I also went there take photos. The main drag of Chinatown is on Grant Strret starting from the Dragon Gate up to Columbus street. It is like you are...More

..but wish I had visited the little temple..I saw people accessing it along a passage. Bought a really useful kitchen tool from a market stall. The procession was colourful and several local groups wore the dragon costumes, plus a band marched behind. A moon cake...More

On any given trip to San Francisco, setting aside time to explore Chinatown is time well spent. I have found it far more interesting to veer into the side streets and alleys than spending effort, time and money on Grant Ave. Indeed. I recommend taking...More