Chinatown, DC

Washington

A brightly lit traditional Chinese gate with intricate designs, a Walgreens store, and a Starbucks on a city street at night.
A bustling city street at night with illuminated signs and storefronts.
A street with cars, a Walgreens store, and a traditional Chinese gate.
A brightly lit traditional Chinese gate with intricate designs and characters, set against a city street at night.
A traditional Chinese gate with intricate designs and a sign in the center.

Discover a city center neighborhood with a variety of Asian shops and restaurants. Visit the nearby galleries, museums and entertainment centers.

Chinatown in Washington D.C. is a historic district where you can experience Asian charm and cuisine. It’s an enclave of Downtown Washington D.C. and located within close proximity to some of the city’s major art galleries, museums and theaters. Chinatown grew to prominence in the 1930s when Chinese immigrants opened businesses and decorated the neighborhood’s buildings with traditional artwork and signs.

Today, about 20 businesses survive that continue to showcase Asian culture. These businesses sit alongside modern buildings and well-known chain stores. Start your visit at the Friendship Archway, a typical gateway designed to emphasize the area’s Chinese character. Walk along the surrounding streets to see shopfronts adorned with bright lights and Chinese symbols.

Find teahouses and restaurants, which serve classic Asian dishes such as stir-fried noodles and wonton soup. Browse stores that sell crafts, medicinal herbs and spices. Visit the Chinese Community Church to hear sermons in Cantonese, Mandarin and English.

Time your visit to coincide with the Chinese New Year Parade, which takes place between late January and mid-February. Enjoy live music shows, martial arts demonstrations and Chinese dragon dances.

Visit Gallery Place for retail and entertainment options. This contemporary shopping mall is home to fashion outlets, bars, restaurants and a cinema.

To the south, Chinatown converges with the lively Penn Quarter. Watch basketball and ice hockey matches or attend concerts by world-famous acts at the Verizon Center. Spot work by national artists at the Smithsonian American Art Museum and see exhibitions about American culture at the National Portrait Gallery. Learn about the curious world of espionage at the International Spy Museum and attend a theater show at the Shakespeare Theatre Company.

Chinatown is easy to get to via public buses and the metro. The most convenient metro stations are Gallery Place Chinatown and Metro Center.

Check the websites of the galleries, museums and theaters for admission fees, opening times and schedule of events.

Stay near popular Chinatown attractions

Sixth & I

Enjoy an outing to Sixth & I during your stay in Washington. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theater scene in this walkable area.
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Chinatown Hotel Deals

Motto by Hilton Washington DC Downtown

Motto by Hilton Washington DC Downtown

3.5 out of 5
627 H Street NW Washington DC
The price is ₩166,209 per night from Aug 15 to Aug 16
₩166,209
₩192,719 total
Aug 15 - Aug 16
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,022 reviews)
"Honest Review: for being a micro hotel it has everything you need and more! The rooms are clean, the staff is great, the food and drinks were awesome! Location is great as it is right across the Metro station, all museums are a few stations away so it is very convenient. I don’t understand why some ..."

Reviewed on Jul 19, 2026

Motto by Hilton Washington DC Downtown
Washington Plaza Hotel

Washington Plaza Hotel

4 out of 5
10 Thomas Circle NW Washington DC
The price is ₩162,162 per night from Aug 2 to Aug 3
₩162,162
₩188,027 total
Aug 2 - Aug 3
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (5,286 reviews)
"Our room faced the pool. Great scenery. My little one enjoyed the outdoor pool. After a long hot and humid day on the town, the pool was very much appreciated. Room was clean. Bed was comfortable. Staff is very helpful. Breakfast in the restaurant was average."

Reviewed on Jul 19, 2026

Washington Plaza Hotel
Hotel Lombardy

Hotel Lombardy

4 out of 5
2019 Pennsylvania Ave Nw Washington DC
The price is ₩186,115 per night from Jul 26 to Jul 27
₩186,115
₩215,800 total
Jul 26 - Jul 27
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,721 reviews)
"We stayed at the hotel seven nights. We chose it because it was historic and in a very convenient Foggy Bottom location.. the first room we were in was definitely in need of many upgrades. The curtains were ripped on one side the floor squeaked, the bed squeaked the door doors squeaked…. One night ..."

Reviewed on Jul 20, 2026

Hotel Lombardy
Omni Shoreham Hotel Washington DC

Omni Shoreham Hotel Washington DC

4 out of 5
2500 Calvert St Nw Washington DC
The price is ₩201,141 per night from Jul 24 to Jul 25
₩201,141
₩284,981 total
Jul 24 - Jul 25
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,408 reviews)
"They overbooked the hotel but didn’t tell me til I go there to check in."

Reviewed on Jul 20, 2026

Omni Shoreham Hotel Washington DC
Club Quarters Hotel in Washington DC

Club Quarters Hotel in Washington DC

3 out of 5
839 17th St NW Washington DC
The price is ₩203,938 per night from Aug 16 to Aug 17
₩203,938
₩236,466 total
Aug 16 - Aug 17
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,949 reviews)
"The location makes it very convenient. The room is very small."

Reviewed on Jul 20, 2026

Club Quarters Hotel in Washington DC
The Henley Park Hotel

The Henley Park Hotel

4 out of 5
926 Massachusetts Ave NW Washington DC
The price is ₩162,163 per night from Jul 29 to Jul 30
₩162,163
₩188,028 total
Jul 29 - Jul 30
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,648 reviews)
"Had lunch upon arrival in dining room. Food was delicious. Bar very limited in the cocktails they can make. Restaurant was closed Saturday night so there was no live jazz band as mentioned in Expedia’s highlights. Room and property is clean."

Reviewed on Jul 20, 2026

The Henley Park Hotel
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Where to stay in Chinatown

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Downtown Washington D.C.

Known for its fascinating museums and important monuments, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Washington D.C.. Check out top attractions like Capital One Arena and Smithsonian Institution, and jump on the metro at McPherson Sq. Station or Center Station to see more of the city.

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Northwest

Known for its fascinating museums and important monuments, there's plenty to explore in Northwest. Check out top attractions like White House and Smithsonian's National Zoo, and jump on the metro at Cleveland Park Station or Van Ness-UDC Station to see more of the city.

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Georgetown

Georgetown is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Georgetown Park and Washington Harbour while you're in town.

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Old Town Alexandria

If you're spending time in Old Town Alexandria, you might enjoy attractions like The Little Theatre of Alexandria and Alexandria City Hall. You might also enjoy the neighborhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at King Street Station to see more of the city.

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Dupont Circle

Visitors to Dupont Circle love its fantastic nightlife, and you can check out Dupont Circle and Mansion on O Street. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Dupont Circle Station.

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