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Chinatown
Venture through the golden-roofed gateways and let the hanging lanterns guide you along Little Bourke Street into Australia’s oldest Chinatown.
In this iconic strip, between Spring and Elizabeth streets, neon lights hint at hidden bars, while dumplings, yum cha, karaoke and Asian fashion beckon from arcades, laneways and windows.
Visit at any time of year and you’re bound to find delicious food and inspiring sights, or see Chinatown come to life with festivals like Chinese New Year, Moon Lantern Festival and the Asian Food Festival.
Eating and drinking
Hutong Dumpling Bar
A three-level dim sum restaurant recreating the moody ambience of a Chinese dumpling house.
ShanDong MaMa Dumplings
Traditional eastern Chinese cuisine mixed with diverse, multicultural influences.
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Chinatown attractions
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Chinese Museum
The Chinese Museum documents, preserves and displays the history of Chinese immigration.
206 Bourke Street
A gateway to the Chinatown district and a unique retail and dining destination.
The Paramount Corporate Centre
Three-level retail centre in Chinatown featuring a licensed food court.
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