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Free Things to Do in Chinatown

Historic gates, plazas and public art beside the city's largest free park — a dense, walkable slice of LA history.

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About Chinatown

LA's Chinatown is built for free wandering: the ornate Central Plaza, the East and West Gates, the Sun Yat-sen and Bruce Lee statues, and a wealth of public art and historic landmarks. The huge Los Angeles State Historic Park sits just across the tracks.

It's one of the most history-dense neighborhoods in the city, with free murals, plazas and monuments packed into a few very walkable blocks near Downtown.

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What's here

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Free places in Chinatown

Frequently asked: free things to do in Chinatown

What are the best free things to do in Chinatown?

Wander Central Plaza and the historic gates, see the Bruce Lee and Sun Yat-sen statues, explore the public art, and visit the nearby Los Angeles State Historic Park — all free.

Is the Bruce Lee statue in Chinatown free to see?

Yes — the Bruce Lee statue stands in Chinatown's Central Plaza and is free to visit any time.

Is Los Angeles State Historic Park free?

Yes. The 32-acre Los Angeles State Historic Park beside Chinatown is free and open to the public.

Are there free events in Chinatown?

Yes — free cultural events and festivals happen here through the year. The list on this page updates with current ones nearby.

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