What makes it 79% Couple-Friendly: Couples can enjoy lantern-lit archways, share diverse dinners and attend OzAsia or Lunar New Year shows, yet the short strip lacks secluded spots, so romance is good but not exceptional.
Why 2-3 hours visit duration is ideal for couple trip: Allows time for a leisurely stroll, dinner, and bubble tea tasting without rushing.
Stroll under the Paifang archways:
Walk the length of Moonta Street and pose with the twin entrance arches and stone guardian lions.
Tip: Start at sunset for softer light and fewer crowds.
Dinner at Chi on Gouger:
Enjoy pan-Asian fine dining on Gouger Street with mains around AUD 30–50.
Tip: Book 1–2 days ahead to secure a window table.
Tastes of Chinatown food tour:
Join a 2-hour guided walk sampling dumplings, pastries, and local history.
Tip: Wear comfortable shoes and book online in advance.
Bubble tea tasting:
Sample bubble tea at multiple shops around Moonta Street.
Tip: Try signature fruit teas at two different shops to compare flavors.

kathy Langley
I visited Adelaide’s China Town yesterday with friends. We sat outside one of the venues. Ordered inside, with it served to us. Our meals were okay. Not the best we have had but I give mine 7/10. A small venue. We went to the first one with available outside table/ chairs.if I were to go to China town again, I’d be more selective, aiming for something with more meat and vegetables, where as this w...
Emmy Silvius
Chinatown is a small street between Gouger and Grote Streets next to the Central Market. I visited on a Sunday and it was pretty quiet. There are only eateries around as far as I could tell with even more Chinese restaurants located in the surrounding streets. This Chinatown is insignificant when compared to Sydney and Melbourne. However, if there was an event happening I'm sure that there would ...
Joe Kwong
There are no shops open as we arrived just past 9am in Chinatown. The only shop was opened is the Bread shop at the front. Later in the day we returned to Chinatown and found a lot of interesting shops and market. Highly recommended the Central Market which has different varieties of food and cafe. We loved the Portuguese custard tarts shop and it tasted very authentic.
Maggie Chen
A nice surprise to spot the Chinatown right in the CBD of Adelaide. Signature gates at both ends. It’s clean, full of character. A awesome place for enjoying Chinese food and culture.
ألثيا شون
This street is actually quite short, but the surrounding area is where the real charm is. You'll find a wide variety of Chinese food, supermarkets, and restaurants offering all kinds of regional flavors ,from roast duck(燒臘) and beef noodle soup to hot pot and milk tea. Parking here can be a bit difficult since it's in the city center, but it's right next to the Central Market, so you can easily v...
Visit in October–November for the free Moon Lantern Trail during OzAsia Festival. In February, catch Lunar New Year street performances and fireworks.
Explore These Activities
| Item | Cost (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| Archway stroll | AUD 0 |
| Dinner at Chi on Gouger (for two) | AUD 100 |
| Tastes of Chinatown tour (for two) | AUD 250 |
| Bubble tea (two cups) | AUD 12 |
| Total Estimated | AUD 362 |
Note: All prices are indicative and may vary. Please check directly with the venue for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
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