National Stadium, also known as "the Bird's Nest"

The National Stadium, or "the Bird's Nest" as it is colloquially known, served as the main venue for the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games and the opening/closing ceremonies of the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics and Paralympics. It stands as the world’s first venue to host opening and closing ceremonies for both the Summer and Winter Olympics. More than just a sports arena or architectural landmark, this iconic structure embodies national identity, carrying profound social significance. It has evolved into a platform for international exchanges and a key window showcasing China to the world.  

The stadium sits atop a gently sloping pedestal platform, accessible to visitors via Olympic Park. To the north of the pedestal lies a sunken warm-up area, connected to the main competition field via athlete tunnels. Above the pedestal, the stadium comprises seven floors, housing spectator services, media workspaces, VIP reception areas, and commercial zones. Below the pedestal, three levels feature an internal ground-floor loop, parking facilities, and numerous functional rooms. The bowl-shaped stands are divided into upper, middle, and lower tiers, with private boxes and seating areas between the upper and middle tiers.  

In its construction, the National Stadium incorporated advanced energy-saving designs and environmental initiatives, such as optimized natural ventilation and daylighting, comprehensive rainwater recycling, utilization of renewable geothermal energy, and application of solar photovoltaic technology. It truly lives up to its reputation as a large-scale "green building."  

Opening Hours:  

Daily 10:00-22:00 (Last entry at 21:00; closes at 22:00)

National Aquatics Center (Water Cube / Ice Cube)  

The National Aquatics Center (Water Cube / Ice Cube) was a signature venue of the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games and an iconic renovated venue for the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympic Games. It is also the only Olympic venue funded by donations from compatriots in Hong Kong, Macao, Taiwan, and overseas Chinese. Hailed as "one of China's Top 10 New Architectural Wonders," it has become a new landmark of Beijing.  

Since its post-Games operation, the National Aquatics Center (Water Cube / Ice Cube) has continuously expanded its business scope, encompassing sports events, tourism and visits, swimming and fitness, large-scale events, marketing development, licensing operations, water park, and ice rink management. As of the end of 2020, the Water Cube had welcomed 26 million visitors, hosted over 1,600 events, and provided swimming services to approximately 2.6 million people.  

Opening Hours:

Business Hours: 10:30 – 22:30；Ticket Sales: 10:30 – 21:50  

Admission Time: 10:30 – 22:00；Clearance Time: 22:30

Please note that the above hours are for reference only; the actual opening hours are subject to the venue's on-site notice on the day.

Olympic Forest Park  

Olympic Forest Park is open to the public free of charge, serving as Beijing's largest public park that integrates multiple functions including tourism, leisure, recreation, and sports fitness. Here, you can stroll along forest paths, breathing in the fresh, natural air amid the bustling city; or put on your sneakers and jog along the main park roads surrounded by green trees and blooming flowers, savoring the joy of aerobic exercise. Elderly visitors can take sightseeing battery cars to enjoy the park’s landscapes of mountains and lakes. Couples can ride tandem bikes, relishing a romantic moment in nature. Families of three can take boats to glide across the rippling waters, admiring schools of koi fish in the lake and spending a pleasant weekend together.  

Opening Hours:

Peak Season (March 15 – November 15)，Opens at 6:00 AM, closes at 9:00 PM; the park is quieted down by 10:00 PM.

Off-Season: November 16 – March 14

Park Ticket Price：

Admission is free.

Beijing Olympic Tower  

Beijing Olympic Tower stands at the northern end of the central axis steeped in traditional Chinese culture, located in the northeastern part of the Central Area of Olympic Park and by the side of Aohai Lake. To its west lies the Central Axis Landscape Avenue; to the north is Kehui Road; to the south is Kehui South Road; and to the east is the Longxing Water System along Hubin West Road. It has become a new landmark of Beijing.   The tower is composed of five independent towers, with heights ranging from 186 meters to 264.8 meters, covering a total construction area of 18,687 square meters. Among this, the tower crowns account for 5,257 square meters, and the tower bases 13,430 square meters. It is the only structure in the world made up of five independent towers. In terms of architectural height, it currently ranks 6th in China and 22nd globally.