Chicago Chinatown Tours and Tickets

Q: What’s the best way to experience Chicago Chinatown?

There are plenty of ways to experience Chicago Chinatown. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, this is the best tour available right now:<ul><li><a href="/tours/Chicago/Chicago-Tastes-of-Chinatown-Walking-Food-Tour/d673-3332P16" class="markdown_inline_link" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Chicago's Chinatown Food and Walking Tour</a></li></ul>

Q: How much does it cost to visit Chicago Chinatown in 2025?

There’s no cost to visit Chicago Chinatown as it is a neighborhood anyone can explore. The Chinese American Museum of Chicago is free to see within the neighborhood, although donations are suggested and welcome. Guided food-focused, small-group walking tours of the area start at around US$80 per person.

Q: What are the must-see attractions in Chicago's Chinatown?

Top attractions in Chicago’s Chinatown include the Chinese American Museum of Chicago, the Nine Dragon Wall depicting Chinese folklore, the ornate Pui Tak Center, Ping Tom Memorial Park, and Chinatown Square. Look up to see some interesting Chinese-style architecture. Sampling the neighborhood’s Chinese restaurants and bakeries is essential.

Q: How can I get to Chinatown from downtown Chicago?

Chicago’s Chinatown is south of downtown Chicago and easy to reach. If you drive, take DuSable Lakeshore Drive south and turn west onto Route 55, which passes Chinatown's southern end. By public transportation, take the Red Line of the L to Cermak-Chinatown Station, or catch buses 21 or 62.

Q: What is the best time to visit Chicago’s Chinatown to avoid crowds?

Chicago’s Chinatown is a commercial area, so it tends to be busiest on weekends, weekday afternoons, and around lunch and dinner times. To avoid the crowds, visit on a weekday morning. Know that Lunar New Year (January/February), Dragon Boat Race (June), and Summer Fair (July) are fun, hectic times.

Q: What are some family-friendly activities in Chinatown?

Chicago’s Chinatown is a family-friendly destination for kids of all ages. Children will enjoy sampling Chinese moon cakes and dumplings from various restaurants and visiting the Ping Tom Memorial Park, which has a playground, indoor swimming pool, kayak rental in summer, and areas for kids to run around.

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Chicago's Chinatown Food and Walking Tour

Immerse yourself in one of Chicago's most vibrant neighborhoods—and head off the tourist trail to discover sights and bites many visitors miss—on this small-group Chinatown food and walking tour. With your guide in the lead, learn about the cuisine of different regions of China, and discover the history of Chicago's Chinatown. Along the way, enjoy a generous array of tastings, from dim sum to Sichuan cuisine and beyond.

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Chicago's Chinatown Food and Walking Tour

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Chicago River 90-Minute Architecture Boat Tour

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2-Hour Chicago's Chinatown History and Culture Tour

Discover the heart of Chicago’s Chinatown with your authentic history and culture tours, exclusively offered by the official Chinatown Visitor Center. Led by experienced local guides, your tours dives deep into the neighborhood’s rich heritage, hidden landmarks, and cultural traditions. Unlike generic tours, we bring you behind the scenes with insider stories, community connections, and exclusive access to local favorites. Experience Chinatown through the eyes of those who know it best. A minimum of 2 participants is required for this experience. If the minimum is not met, the tour may be canceled, and you will receive a full refund.

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2-Hour Chicago's Chinatown History and Culture Tour

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What are people saying about Chicago Chinatown

Chicago's Chinatown Food and Walking Tour

Darcy_S, Jun 2026

Great taste of Chinatown!

Fantastic way to see and taste Chinatown! The variety of food was great. Mickey was our guide and he was a wealth of information and entertaining at the same time. Go hungry!

Chicago's Chinatown Food and Walking Tour

Lisa_S, Jun 2026

York was very informative...

York was very informative and gave us great detail about some of the buildings and customs in the Chinatown area.

Chicago's Chinatown Food and Walking Tour

Rebekah_S, Jun 2026

York was a great host,...

York was a great host, very knowledgeable and personable. There was plenty of food and a wide variety. Enjoyed the history of the area. Recommend for solo or small groups.

Chicago's Chinatown Food and Walking Tour

Amber_t, Jun 2026

Great experience

Bobby was very knowledgeable about Chinese culture, history and the food. He also demonstrated how to use chop sticks to serve and eat with.

Chicago's Chinatown Food and Walking Tour

Betsy_S, Jun 2026

I loved this tour.

Our guide, York was fantastic! Extremely knowledgeable in the history of Chinatown as well as Chicago in general. The food was great and I was happily surprised by the portion sizes. You won’t leave hungry, that is for sure. Great experience. Leave yourself enough time to explore more of Chinatown on your own once the tour is through. Highly recommend this tour!