Olympic Park (Bird's Nest and Water Cube) 奥林匹克公园
The 2008 Olympic complex, with the illuminated Bird's Nest stadium and Water Cube as Beijing's best modern night view.
Come after 19:00 when the stadium lights come on; the park itself is free.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to book Olympic Park (Bird's Nest and Water Cube) in advance?
No advance booking is needed.
How much is a ticket to Olympic Park (Bird's Nest and Water Cube)?
Entry is free. The Olympic Green public open area, including views of the Bird's Nest and Water Cube exteriors, is free of charge with no reservation needed; Olympic Forest Park South and North Parks are also free. Venue interiors are ticketed separately: Bird's Nest 50 CNY (80 CNY combo including the top 'roof walk'), Water Cube 20 CNY per one page / 30 CNY per other pages, Bird's Nest+Water Cube combo 80 CNY, Olympic Tower 128 CNY. Under-1.2m children free at Bird's Nest; student/senior discounts.
How long do I need at Olympic Park (Bird's Nest and Water Cube)?
Plan about 2 hours.
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