Little Italy & Chinatown

Stop on Best of New York City in 24 Hours, a free self-guided tour.

Two of New York City's most atmospheric and historically rich neighborhoods sit side by side in Lower Manhattan. Little Italy, centered on Mulberry Street, preserves the flavor of the Italian immigrant community that flourished here from the late 19th century. Enjoy a classic cannoli from Ferrara's bakery (open since 1892), savor traditional pasta dishes at old-school restaurants, and browse Italian delis. Immediately adjacent, Chinatown is one of the most densely populated Chinese communities in the Western Hemisphere. Browse bustling markets overflowing with fresh produce and seafood, sample dim sum and hand-pulled noodles, and explore streets filled with jade carvings, herbal remedies, and the energy of one of the city's oldest immigrant communities.