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This is an admission ticket to the Beijing National Aquatics Center, the Water Cube, which hosted events at both the 2008 Summer Olympics and the 2022 Winter Olympics. It is one of Beijing's signature buildings, known for its bubble-like facade covered with more than 3,000 ETFE membrane cushions. Walk through the main hall to feel the Olympic atmosphere and enjoy the indoor light show that makes the venue glow blue. It is a great way to explore the Olympic Park together with the nearby Bird's Nest.

See the bubble-shaped architecture
of the Water Cube up close
Inspired by the geometry of soap bubbles, the National Aquatics Center is covered with more than 3,000 ETFE membrane cushions. Its translucent facade is lightweight and designed to make the most of natural light. Located opposite the Bird's Nest, you can admire both buildings together.
Explore a venue of two Olympic Games

Home to the swimming events of the 2008 Summer Olympics, the venue was transformed into the "Ice Cube" curling venue for the 2022 Winter Olympics. Walk through the grand main hall and soak up the Olympic atmosphere.
Enjoy the blue light show and night view

Your ticket includes the exhibition and the indoor light show. The lights come on from around 6:30 p.m., making the venue glow like a blue crystal. At dusk, walk along the Longxing water system promenade to photograph the reflections of the Water Cube and the Bird's Nest.
※ Opening hours are 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., closed on Mondays.
※ The Water Cube Waterpark (Happy Magic Cube) requires a separate ticket.
Meeting point :
Bird's Nest & Water Cube Ticket Office (鸟巢水立方售票处)
中国北京市朝阳区湖景东路科荟路33号奥林匹克森林公园南园内 100101
Meeting point information:
Go to the Bird's Nest & Water Cube ticket office in the Beijing Olympic Park. Updated admission details will be sent to you before your visit.
中国北京市朝阳区湖景东路科荟路33号奥林匹克森林公园南园内 100101