Beijing National Stadium

Built on the Olympic Green, Beijing National Stadium, or the Bird's Nest Stadium, is the biggest stadium in Beijing and an important Olympic venue staged the 2008 Summer Olympics.

The outer shell is the world's largest steel structure, forming part of the most complex Olympic stadium ever constructed. Some would even go as far as to say it is one of the critical engineering marvels in the world today. The Beijing National Stadium's remarkable structure owes its unique design to the influences of traditional Chinese ceramics. It has, since the Olympics, been used to host significant cultural events and performances, including opera, pop concerts, and football matches. In winter, it's turned into the world's most significant manufactured indoor ski slope.

The 2022 Winter Olympics are around the corner. The Beijing National Stadium will witness the start of the 2022 Winter Olympics. It is the opening and closing ceremonies venue and will become the only stadium in the world to host both summer and winter Olympic Games ceremonies.

Another nearby attraction is the National Aquatics Center. It's also known as the Water Cube for its attractive night-time display, which sees it lit up and looking like a giant ice cube. In addition to being the site of Olympic swimming events, part of the building has been turned into the fun Watercube Waterpark.

Address: 1 National Stadium S Road, Chaoyang