Parking in London Chinatown

Getting to Chinatown

By Tube: Piccadilly Circus underground station is located beneath Piccadilly Circus itself and is a 3-minute walk from the Chinatown gate. Leicester Square underground station is located on Cranbourne Street, Covent Garden, and is a 3-minute walk to the Chinatown gate. Both stations are connected to Piccadilly, Northern, and Bakerloo Tube lines and fall within London Travelcard zone 1.

By Bus: London’s Chinatown is in a very central location and as such numerous bus routes connect Chinatown with London’s other areas. The Dean Street bus stop (W1D 5EE) is within a 2-minute walk of the Chinatown gate.

Disabled Parking in Chinatown

Q Park Chinatown car park has 3 designated disabled spaces on offer.

London Soho Brewer Street NCP car park has 2 designated disabled spaces on offer.

To see a map with all disabled bays close to Chinatown, visit the Blue Badge Parking website.

Overnight, Weekends & Bank Holidays

Parking is generally free in central London on Sundays and bank holidays. Make sure to read parking signage as some areas may still be restricted.

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FAQs

What other London attractions are close to Chinatown?

Among others, London’s Chinatown is within walking distance of Leicester Square, Piccadilly Circus, the National Gallery, the National Portrait Gallery, and the Empire Casino. 

What is there to do and see in London Chinatown?

London Chinatown offers a wide range of authentic shops and restaurants to discover. There are many buildings and streets displaying Chinese symbols, such as dragons, lanterns, stone lions, and contemporary art sculptures. Throughout the year, Chinatown is home to events and activities, like the Chinese New Year London festival.    

Where is the largest Chinese gate in England?

Chinatown London’s fourth gate on Wardour Street is the largest in the country. It was completed in 2016 and is built in traditional Qing dynasty style.