Chinatown

Chinatown sits in Lower Manhattan around Canal Street, bordered by SoHo, the Lower East Side, and the Civic Center, and is known for its lively markets, historic streets, and standout dim sum spots. Traffic is consistently heavy, especially near Canal Street, Bowery, and the Manhattan Bridge approaches, and curbside spaces turn over quickly. Street parking is limited and highly regulated, while garages and lots are easier to find along the neighborhood’s edges toward Lafayette, Centre, and Tribeca.

Visitors come for Doyers Street, Columbus Park, the Mahayana Buddhist Temple, and nearby cultural sites, which keeps demand high throughout the day and into the evening. Expect metered spaces with time limits, commercial loading zones, and strict rules on bus lanes, bike lanes, hydrants, and crosswalks, and always read posted signs and consult official sources for the latest regulations. For a smoother trip, secure parking in Chinatown in advance so you can spend less time circling and more time enjoying the neighborhood.