Chinatown, Melbourne
Chinatown
Founded during the gold rush of the 1850s, this is the oldest continuously existing Chinatown in the Western world. Chinese restaurants line the street beneath its gateway.
Melbourne's Chinatown centres on the eastern end of Little Bourke Street. A Chinese-style gateway marks the entrance, and on both sides are Cantonese and Sichuan restaurants, dim sum houses and Asian eateries from various regions. The Museum of Chinese Australian History displays the giant golden dragon 'Millennium Dragon'. At Lunar New Year, there are large parades and lion dances. Located in the heart of the CBD, it's an easy walk and a great spot for dinner.
Opening hours
All day (restaurants often open late into the night)
Nearby sights
- State Library Victoria
- Old Melbourne Gaol
- Hosier Lane
- Block Arcade & Royal Arcade
- City Circle Tram (Route 35)
- Degraves Street & Centre Place
- Flinders Street Station & Federation Square
- Royal Exhibition Building