Chinatown, Liverpool

Name: Chinatown
Address: Liverpool, United Kingdom

#260 among attractions in Liverpool

City, Interesting neighbourhood

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Chinatown is an area of Liverpool that is an ethnic enclave home to the oldest Chinese community in Europe. Located in the south of the city centre, Chinatown has many Chinese businesses, such as Chinese restaurants and supermarkets, and facilities for the Chinese community. The area is also notable for its Chinese-style architecture; with the paifang on Nelson Street being the largest, multiple-span arch of its kind outside China. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 53°23'53"N, 2°58'47"W

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Chinatown – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Bold Street, Liverpool Cathedral, Liverpool One, Cream.

0.4 miN
Street, Shopping, Shopping district
Bold Street, Liverpool
11 min walk • Bold Street in Liverpool is a vibrant and eclectic shopping district renowned for its independent boutiques, international eateries, and lively atmosphere. This bustling thoroughfare is situated in the heart of the city and has become a hub for both locals and tourists...
~1470 ftE
Vast Gothic-style building and tower
Liverpool Cathedral, Liverpool
8 min walk • Liverpool Cathedral stands as a testament to the city's rich cultural and architectural heritage. This imposing structure is not only the largest cathedral in the United Kingdom but also one of the largest in the world. The cathedral is dedicated to Christ and the...
0.4 miNW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Liverpool One, Liverpool
11 min walk • Liverpool One is a vibrant, contemporary shopping centre located in the heart of Liverpool, United Kingdom. Opened in 2008, this expansive retail and leisure complex has quickly become one of the city's premier destinations for shoppers and tourists alike, boasting...
~1480 ftN
Dancing, Nightlife
Cream, Liverpool
8 min walk • Cream, nestled in the vibrant city of Liverpool, United Kingdom, is a legendary nightclub that has become an iconic staple in the global dance music scene. This cultural hotspot, which opened its doors in 1992, has been a mecca for electronic music enthusiasts for...
~1830 ftN
Dancing, Nightlife
Korova, Liverpool
9 min walk • Korova, a former bar and arts venue located in the bustling city of Liverpool, United Kingdom, was once an integral part of the city's cultural scene. Named after the milk bar in Anthony Burgess's novel "A Clockwork Orange," Korova served as a creative hub for artists...
~1940 ftN
Dancing, Nightlife
Concert Square, Liverpool
10 min walk • Concert Square in Liverpool, United Kingdom, is a vibrant and bustling hub of nightlife, renowned for its dynamic atmosphere and a wide array of bars, clubs, and restaurants. Situated in the heart of the city's Ropewalks area, this open space has become synonymous with...
~810 ftNE
Church
The Black-E, Liverpool
4 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Liverpool, The Black-E stands as a beacon of community and creativity within the bustling city. Formerly known as The Blackie, this venue, housed in a former church, has been transformed into a vibrant cultural center that serves as a canvas for...
~1440 ftE
Museum, Art museum, Greek Revival architecture
The Oratory, Liverpool
7 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Liverpool's cultural landscape, The Oratory stands as a testament to the city's rich architectural heritage. This neoclassical building, designed by the renowned architect John Foster Jr., was constructed in 1829 to serve as a chapel for the...
~1680 ftNE
Church, Gothic Revival architecture, Historical place
Church of St Luke, Liverpool
9 min walk • St Luke's Church, more commonly known by locals as the bombed-out church, is a former Anglican parish church in Liverpool, England. It stands on the corner of Berry Street and Leece Street, at the top of Bold Street.
0.4 miNE
Dancing, Nightlife
Hardman Street, Liverpool
11 min walk • Hardman Street is a major street in Liverpool, England. It forms part of the A5039 and joins Leece Street to the west and Myrtle Street to the west. It lies within the postal district L1 in Liverpool city centre. It is named after the Hardman family of Allerton Hall.
0.4 miN
Church, Art Nouveau architecture, Shopping centre
Grand Central Hall, Liverpool
12 min walk • The Grand Central Hall is on 35 Renshaw Street, Liverpool, England. It is now the site of the Liverpool Grand Central Hotel, Hall and Grand Bazaar Food Hall.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Chinatown?

Nearby attractions include Baltic Triangle, Liverpool (2 min walk), Church of St Vincent de Paul, Liverpool (2 min walk), The Black-E, Liverpool (4 min walk), St Peter's Roman Catholic Church, Liverpool (7 min walk).

How to get to Chinatown by public transport?

The nearest stations to Chinatown:

Train

Liverpool Central (12 min walk)
Liverpool Lime Street (18 min walk)

Bus

Paradise St Interchange • Lines: 500 (12 min walk)
Liverpool One (12 min walk)