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Olympic Park
See the futuristic side of China at Beijing’s contemporary Olympic Park. Take photos of the world-famous Bird’s Nest venue, let the kids play in the water park and watch the light show at night.
In 2008, Beijing came into the global spotlight as the host of the Olympic and Paralympic games. Elaborate sporting and accommodation facilities were built. Although the athletes are long gone, millions of people still come to see the site each year. Olympic Park has since become a symbol for Beijing’s drive towards a modern representation of China.
Olympic Park is huge. It covers a total area of 3,000 acres (1,215 hectares) and has a canal and green spaces running through its grounds. Follow the walkway, which cuts through the complex, to admire the innovative architecture.
Sports fans can visit the sites where Olympic history was made. The dramatic National Stadium steals the show. This structure is nicknamed the Bird’s Nest because the woven steel beams that cover its exterior look like the twigs in a bird’s nest. This stadium hosted the opening and closing Olympic ceremonies. Venture inside and rent a Segway to glide around the tracks.
Standing next to the Bird’s Nest is the Beijing National Aquatics Center. These days you can splash around on slides and rides in this former Olympic pool complex. Swim in the lazy river, dive in the wave pool, go for a ride or dine in the restaurant.
Stay until nightfall and watch the pool complex transform as the interior lights illuminate the transparent exterior. The whole park is lit up at night and a light show follows the rhythms of a live orchestra.
Olympic Park is located in Beijing's Chaoyang District. To reach the park, take the subway to Olympic Green or Olympic Sports Center. Many city bus lines also service the park. Tickets are necessary to enter most of the stadiums and attractions.
Give yourself lots of time at Olympic Green. Here are some of the best activities:
Wondering what else there is to do at this much-loved attraction? We highly recommend purchasing a Small Group Beijing Illumination Night Tour.
For many more activities, take a look at our North Chaoyang things to do page.
Guide to Exploring around Olympic Green
Best Lodging Options Near Olympic Green
Per night/room
Nov 18 - Nov 19
China National Convention Center
Building 1, No. 8 Precincts, Beichen West Road, Chaoyang Dist., Beijing, BeijingLocated in Olympic Village, this hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Beijing National Stadium, China National Convention Center, and Beijing International Convention Center. National Aquatics Center and Beijing Language and Culture University are also within 3 mi (5 km). Olympic Green Station is 20 minutes by foot and South Gate of Forest Park Station is 28 minutes.
Per night/room
Dec 2 - Dec 3
Grand Skylight Catic Hotel Beijing
18 Beichen East Road, Beijing, BeijingLocated in Chaoyang, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Beijing National Stadium and Beijing International Convention Center. China National Convention Center is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) away. Olympic Sports Center Station is 18 minutes by foot and Olympic Green Station is 19 minutes.
Per night/room
Nov 24 - Nov 25
InterContinental Beijing Beichen
8 Beichen West Road, ChaoYang District, Beijing, BeijingLocated in Chaoyang, this luxury hotel is within a 15-minute walk of National Aquatics Center and China National Convention Center. Beijing National Stadium and Beijing International Convention Center are also within 2 mi (3 km). Olympic Green Station is 14 minutes by foot and South Gate of Forest Park Station is 23 minutes.
Per night/room
Dec 13 - Dec 14
Beijing Continental Grand Hotel
No.8 Beichen Dong Road, Chaoyang District, Beijing, BeijingLocated in Chaoyang, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Beijing International Convention Center and Beijing National Stadium. China National Convention Center is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) away. Olympic Sports Center Station is 16 minutes by foot and Huixinxijie Beikou Station is 18 minutes.
Per night/room
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Pangu 7 Star Hotel
27 Central North 4th Ring Road, Chaoyao District, Beijing, BeijingLocated in Chaoyang, this luxury hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of National Aquatics Center and Beijing International Convention Center. China National Convention Center and Beijing National Stadium are also within 2 mi (3 km). Olympic Sports Center Station is 20 minutes by foot and Beitucheng Station is 22 minutes.
Per night/room
Dec 3 - Dec 4
Marco Polo Parkside Beijing
No. 78 Anli Lu, Chaoyang District, Beijing, BeijingLocated in Chaoyang, this luxury hotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of China National Convention Center, Beijing National Stadium, and Beijing International Convention Center. Olympic Sports Center and National Aquatics Center are also within 2 mi (3 km). Datunlu East Station is 16 minutes by foot and Olympic Green Station is 17 minutes.
B&B Inn Olympic Village
5 MINGZUYUAN ROAD, CHAOYANG DISTRICT,, Beijing, PEKLocated in Chaoyang, this bed & breakfast is within 2 mi (3 km) of National Aquatics Center, Beijing International Convention Center, and Beijing National Stadium. China National Convention Center and Houhai Park are also within 3 mi (5 km). Olympic Sports Center Station is 9 minutes by foot and Beitucheng Station is 13 minutes.
Home Inn Jianxiang Bridge
No. Jia 1, Longxiang Road, Haidian, District, Beijing, BeijingLocated in Haidian, this hotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of National Aquatics Center, Beijing International Convention Center, and Beijing National Stadium. China National Convention Center is 2 mi (3.2 km) away. Jiandemen Station is 14 minutes by foot and Olympic Sports Center Station is 17 minutes.