National Stadium (The Bird's Nest)

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Address No. 1 National Stadium South Road, Chaoyang District, Beijing

Hours Olympic Green: 06:00–21:00; Stadium Interior: 09:00–18:00 (subject to events)

Phone +86 10 84373008

Announcement: Olympic Architecture

Entrance ¥50

Hours Olympic Green: 06:...

Best Season Evening (after 19:00) when the stadium is illuminated in vibrant colors.

Time needed 1–2 hours

Last visit: May 22, 2026

Author: Lei Li

Reviewer: Ying Zhang

National Stadium (The Bird's Nest) Travel Guide

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National Stadium (The Bird's Nest) Overview

The centerpiece of the 2008 Summer and 2022 Winter Olympics, known for its stunning lattice-like steel structure designed by Herzog & de Meuron.

National Stadium (The Bird's Nest) Opening Hours & Tickets

Olympic Green: 06:00–21:00; Stadium Interior: 09:00–18:00 (subject to events)
Best season: Evening (after 19:00) when the stadium is illuminated in vibrant colors.
Ticket note: Entry to the park is free; interior stadium tours and rooftop walks require paid...

Essential National Stadium (The Bird's Nest) Visitor Information

Enquiries: +86 10 84373008
Gift shops
Food stalls
Olympic Museum
Accessibility ramps

How to Get to National Stadium (The Bird's Nest)

Metro Line 8 to Olympic Sports Center Station or Olympic Park Station.

National Stadium (The Bird's Nest) Travel Safety & Advice

Tourist service center located near the North Gate of the stadium.

Practical Info

No. 1 National Stadium South Road, Chaoyang District, Beijing
Olympic Green: 06:00–21:00; Stadium Interior: 09:00–18:00 (subject to events)
+86 10 84373008

Lei Li

Certified Master Tour Guide

Lei Li, a Beijing-based Certified Master Tour Guide, specializes in North China itineraries covering the Forbidden City, Great Wall, and Temple of Heaven.

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On-site notes & editorial review

Tickets

Entry to the park is free; interior stadium tours and rooftop walks require paid...

Online booking may be required

Tips

The 'Air Corridor' ticket allows you to walk on the roof for a bird's-eye view of the Olympic Park.

Reality Check

Interior tours can be pricey for what is essentially an empty stadium
Long walks across the Olympic Green

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