I went on this really amazing walking tour of Chinatown. It was led by a group of youth from the Chinatown community who researched Chinatown history and culture. They told us the background behind a lot of the streets, buildings, restaurants and also personal stories. I always went to Chinatown for the food, and didn't realize that it is so much more than just food. It was pretty reasonable at $15/person (which is cheaper than a lot of other tours) and good value for an hour and a half long tour. You can contact them at 617-482-2380 ext. 206 or at avoyce@asiancdc.org

It is a fun place to go If you want to go some where you havent been before. Boaring in some of the parts but most of the time i enjoyed myself.

I LUVED IT 100% like totally! and i am so picky about this kind of stuff! i also went there as a little kid. and it rocked! it is a great family and date atmosphere! You Will LUV IT! as i say! giggle giggle!

Ho Yuen Bakery 54 Beach St, Chinatown, Boston, MA BEST OF THE BEST AWARD 2006 & 2007 Best cha shu bow in Chinatown (They have steamed; these first 3 below are all baked) 1) Curry beef baked cha shu bow with sesame seeds on top 2) Barbeque beef baked cha shu bow with sugar curl on top 3) Barbeque pork baked cha shu bow with no marking on top (plain) 4) Fried sweet bean paste ball with sesame seeds all around 5) Steamed barbeque pork white cha shu bow 6) Steamed barbeque beef white cha shu bow From San Francisco to Los Angeles and maybe even to Taipei, these are the most delicate. When in Santa Monica, California, visit Royal Star for my all time favoriteS on the West Coast. M. David Cohen Host and Executive Producer Dining with David TV Show

Boston Chinatown is relatively compact and not as crowded compared to San Francisco or New York, so it's easy to navigate around the blocks without feeling hurried. Lots of great authentic Asian food, but the sidewalks are dirty and street-parking is almost impossible.

It was awesome!!!!!! i loved how there were so many places to eat!!!!!! i was the best place where they served food from china!!!!!!!!! i recomend it to anyone!

Why is everyone putting down Chinatown? Great great food around here. You can go shopping in the supermarket and look at Asian imports. There is jewlrey stores and it's a really nice cultural experience. It's also in walking distance to the Theatre District and Downtown Crossing. So, if you are coming to Boston, visit Chinatown at some point.

I go to Chinatown about once a month, as I am chinese. Please note that Chinatown (walkways) is VERY dirty. Beware of the alleys... they smell awful! However some restaurants are very well-kept and a great quality in general. The dim sum at China Pearl is very good. Try some Pho, it's noodle soup which usually costs around $5. They have buses which go from Boston to New York that cost $10 (one way), I have not personally been on one so I cannot really comment on that. There are some stores which sell oriental foods, try some of the exotic foods there! They sell many VCD's, so if you happen to buy a disc and think that it's very cheap, it may be a VCD! A VCD is not as good of quality (or interactive) as DVD's and not compatible with all DVD players s are so check if yours is VCD compatible- I believe it may say MPEG or VCD. IF you buy some Asian products, make sure to check on the return policy, and some small asian stores (not markets) with few employees will actually let you haggle. Are there any other tips? Get there early! On the weekends, it gets very crowded and in someplaces you can double park. Also, be aware that if you go there, there are poor folk who ask for a donations.

I had a fun experience shopping for live poultry ...

You must stop by this chinese bakery "Ho Yuen Bakery" on 54 Beach St, Chinatown, Boston, MA. It was the first chinese bakery that opened in Boston. This is one of the most popular bakery in chinatown people. Recipes has been handed down throughout the generation. Try the egg custard pie my personal favorite), hot dogs wrapped with golden baked dough, roast pork buns, dinner rolls or the delicious spring rolls. Great value for inexpensive lunch, snack, party or picnic food! Everything is made fresh daily. Kids especially love the hot dog baked in the dough.