As home to an estimated 80,000 or more residents of Chinese descent, Chinatown has become a center for Chinese restaurants, antique and craft shops, temples, and festivals. This densely packed area is always a lively and colorful spot in the city, and a prominent tourist attraction. The streets are generally crowded with people and, where space allows, outdoor stalls with fruits and other goods.
The biggest festival is Chinese New Years which takes place sometime in February each year.
Transit: Canal Street Subway