Chinatown

Welcome to Vancouver’s vibrant, historic Chinatown!

Golden dragon seen at 2017 Chinatown New Year Parade at Vancouver Chinatown BC Canada.

A variety of dimsum dishes from a top down perspective

A community established over a 100 years ago

One of Vancouver’s few distinct cultural historic neighbourhoods, Chinatown appeals to locals, tourists, as well as a growing number of emerging chefs, artists, and small business entrepreneurs.

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What's New

From the latest new business openings, community initiatives, and special events, find out what’s happening in Chinatown.

Join us for the 24th Vancouver Chinatown Festival!

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June 12, 2026

Join us for the 24th Vancouver Chinatown Festival!

VANCOUVER CHINATOWN BIA SOCIETY ANNOUNCES 24TH ANNUAL VANCOUVER CHINATOWN FESTIVAL, PRESENTED BY BMO -- a free two-day community festival is happening Saturday, July 25 and Sunday, July 26, 2026

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April 17, 2026

Tourism Challenge 2026

The 2026 Annual Tourism Challenge brings tourism professionals and volunteers together from April 18 to May 31, 2026.

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July 17, 2025

Chinatown Plaza

We invite you to see our vision for a Reimagined Chinatown Plaza

Tours & Activities

Cultural experiences, history tours, culinary exploration, and more - there’s so much to discover in Chinatown.

Two northern lions at Vancouver Chinatown Spring Festival Parade in Chinese New Year of 2019.

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Chinese Canadian Musuem

Tours & Attractions

604-262-0990

51 E Pender St

Vancouver

V6A 1X9

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Dr Sun Yat-Sen Garden

Tours & Attractions

578 CARRALL ST

Vancouver

V6B 5K2

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Chinatown Storytelling Centre

Tours & Attractions

604-225-0055

100

168 E PENDER ST

Vancouver

V6A 1T5

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Food & Drinks

Chinatown is home to some of Vancouver’s best restaurants and some well established classics. Visit Chinatown and choose from a diverse mix of delicious offerings.

Family enjoying family time and having a variety of traditional dim sum in Chinese restaurant

Fresh Crabs in Bushel Basket at Market in Vancouver, British Columbia

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Bao Bei Chinese Brasserie

Food & Drinks

163 KEEFER ST

Vancouver

V6A 1X3

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Kam Wai Dim Sum

Food & Drinks

(604) 683-2333

249 E PENDER ST

Vancouver

V6A 1T8

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Aiyaohno Cafe Ltd

Food & Drinks

604-653-1625

425 CARRALL ST

Vancouver

V6B 6E3

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Shops

Chinatown offers a wide array of stores, including home furnishings, health and wellness, fashion and attire, grocery, and so much more. Check out the diverse selection!