You will not miss Chinatown Melbourne when you pass through Little Bourke Street, between Swanston Street and Sprint Street.

It is one of the busiest streets in Melbourne where the Chinese community has proudly built their heritage and culture.

Dozens of quaint restaurants that feature different cuisines await you.

You will also find also Asian grocery stores, Chinese medicine centers, bookstores, fashion boutiques, and etc.

Chinatown Melbourne: History

At the peak of Victoria’s gold rush during the 1850s, the Chinese also began arriving in Melbourne. In search for the “New Gold Mountain”, the Chinese community settled in Little Bourke Street.

Soon after, they started to purchase land and establish businesses in the area. These served as meeting places for the Chinese from all over Melbourne.

Chinatown experienced a surge of growth from the 1870s to the early 20th century. And today, Chinatown Melbourne is not only a place for the Chinese community, it is also a cosmopolitan landmark in Melbourne.

Chinatown Melbourne: Chinatown Arches

There are 5 key arches in Chinatown Melbourne that will greet you with splendor. Handmade in China and assembled in Melbourne, you will notice the authentic Chinese architecture.

For a modern touch, neon red lights are added on the columns for a more contemporary feel.

Chinatown Melbourne: Dining

You will find some of the best Chinese restaurants in Chinatown Melbourne. Although most of the restaurants highlight Chinese cuisine, you will also find Western and Australian cuisines.

For your appetite on anything Asian, you can enjoy Indian, Thai, Japanese, Korean, and Vietnamese cuisine. And if you’re not craving for Asian food, you can always dine at the European and Australian restaurants in the area.

One thing the centre of Melbourne does absolutely not lack is fine places to have a meal!

Chinatown Melbourne: Shopping

You will find just about anything when shopping in Chinatown Melbourne.

From authentic Chinese goods, fashionable clothes, Chinese publications, to skincare products, you will enjoy browsing through a variety of good finds.

The Mid City Arcade is a modern shopping center where there is a cinema, internet shops, different Asian foods, fashion boutiques, jewelry, computer shops, and other gift shops.

You may also be surprised that there is a Target Center in the heart of Chinatown. Yes, the American shopping center where you can find everything.

Chinatown Melbourne: Accommodation

For your accommodations, there are a number of hotels and service apartments in the area, such as City Limits Hotel Melbourne, The Crossley Hotel, Punthill Apartments, Mantra on Russell, and Rydges of Melbourne.

Also see some of the accommodation choices on the Melbourne Accommodation page.

So, what are you waiting for?

You and your family should head to Chinatown Melbourne to get a feel of Chinese heritage and culture.

So add Chinatown Melbourne to your list of things to do in Melbourne!

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