China National Convention Center

国家会议中心

Located to the north of the Bird's Nest and the Water Cube, the National Convention Center is an eight-story, nearly 400-meter-long building consisting of a fencing hall and an international broadcast center. The Main Press Center (MPC) is the work area for reporters and photographers, with more than 1,000 journalists' work seats and hardware facilities. The International Broadcast Center has a construction area of 140,000 square meters and is the largest international broadcast center in the history of the Olympic Games. During the Olympic Games, 16,000 broadcast journalists from all over the world worked here.

Introduction

Attraction Location: "No.7 Tianchen East Road, Chaoyang District, Beijing, China (北京市朝阳区天辰东路7号)"
History: Built for the 2008 Beijing Olympics, the National Convention Center (NCC) serves as one of the largest exhibition and conference venues in China. It was designed to host major international events, exhibitions, and meetings, becoming a landmark for modern Beijing infrastructure.
Architecture: The NCC features a modern, high-tech architectural style with a large, curved roof, glass façade, and spacious interior halls. The design emphasizes functionality and flexibility, accommodating exhibitions, conferences, banquets, and cultural events.
Cultural Value: The NCC is a symbol of China’s ability to host global events and represents the country’s modern development in architecture, technology, and international diplomacy. It regularly hosts exhibitions, trade fairs, and conventions attracting both domestic and international visitors.
Other Information: The center is part of the Olympic Green complex and is connected with hotels, restaurants, and other facilities, making it convenient for event attendees. It is also adjacent to the iconic Bird’s Nest (国家体育场) and Water Cube (国家游泳中心).

Visiting Information

Opening Hours: "9:00 AM – 6:00 PM, daily (for public exhibitions); conference hours depend on scheduled events"
Contact Number: "+86 10 8430 8888"
Ticket Price: "Entry fees vary depending on the exhibition or event; general entry to public exhibitions: 50 CNY
Conference/Exhibition tickets: priced individually"
Best Photo Spots: Exterior façade with Olympic Green backdrop, interior grand hall, rooftop view if accessible, adjacent Bird’s Nest and Water Cube combination shots
Time Reference: 1–3 hours for exhibitions, 4–6 hours for conferences or larger events
Other Information: Guided tours are occasionally available for architectural appreciation and exhibitions. Visitors should check the official website for event schedules.

Where to Sleep (Nearby Hotels & Stays)

Luxury: Hilton Beijing Olympic Park (北京奥林匹克公园希尔顿酒店) – 5 min walk
InterContinental Beijing Beichen (北京北辰洲际酒店) – 10 min drive
Mid-range: Holiday Inn Express Beijing Olympic Park (北京奥林匹克公园智选假日酒店) – 7 min walk
Hanting Hotel Beijing Olympic Park (汉庭酒店奥林匹克公园店) – 6 min walk
Budget & Boutique: Jinjiang Inn Beijing Olympic Park (锦江之星北京奥林匹克公园店) – 5 min walk
7 Days Inn Beijing Olympic Green (7天连锁酒店北京奥林匹克公园店) – 6 min walk

What & Where to Eat

Must-Try Dishes: Beijing Roast Duck (北京烤鸭), Hot Pot (火锅), Noodles (面条), Dumplings (饺子)
Famous Spots: Quanjude Roast Duck (全聚德烤鸭店) – 10 min drive
Haidilao Hot Pot (海底捞火锅) – 8 min drive
Jing-A Taproom Beijing (精酿啤酒餐厅) – 10 min drive

What Souvenirs to Buy

Event or exhibition-specific memorabilia
Olympic-themed merchandise (Bird’s Nest or Water Cube miniatures)
Chinese calligraphy and cultural artworks
Postcards, magnets, and museum/event catalogs

Transportation

Subway: Olympic Green Station (奥林匹克公园站, Line 8), then 5 min walk
Bus: Routes 402, 402快, 433 stop near NCC (国家会议中心站)
Taxi / Didi: Approx. 10 min from Beijing city center depending on traffic
Private Car / Rental: Parking available for visitors and attendees

Nearby Attractions

Bird’s Nest – National Stadium (国家体育场) – 0.5 km, walkable
Water Cube – National Aquatics Center (国家游泳中心) – 0.6 km, walkable
Olympic Forest Park (奥林匹克森林公园) – 1.5 km, walk or short taxi ride

Tips for Visitors

Check event schedules before visiting; some halls may be closed for private events
Wear comfortable shoes for walking between buildings
Bring ID for ticketed exhibitions or conferences
Photography is allowed in most public areas but may be restricted in conference halls
Combine with visits to Bird’s Nest and Water Cube for a full Olympic Green experience
Summer and autumn are ideal for outdoor plaza photos and park exploration

Recommended Itineraries

1-Day Route: D1: National Convention Center → Bird’s Nest → Water Cube → Olympic Forest Park
Transportation: Walk between venues (0.5–1.5 km) or short taxi rides
2-Day Route: D1: National Convention Center → Bird’s Nest → Lunch nearby → Water Cube
D2: Olympic Forest Park → Shopping at nearby malls → Evening cultural show
Transportation: Walk or taxi/bus between locations
3-Day Route: D1: National Convention Center → Bird’s Nest → Water Cube
D2: Olympic Forest Park → Beijing Olympic Museum → Lunch
D3: Nearby Haidian sightseeing → Shopping and local cuisine
Transportation: Walk, taxi, or subway Line 8

User Reviews

By zhm_jinan |

The Olympic press center at that time should be used more frequently now.

By A Hao can't get fat |

Next to the Olympic Park, I came here when I came to Beijing to attend an event. Many businesses held events here.

By Treasure cover |

Close to the Olympic Park, various exhibitions and conference venues,

By Rice Field 2017 |

The environment inside is first-class and suitable for learning and training.

By Han Yu 79 |

No. 7 Tianchen East Road, Chaoyang District (near Olympic Park Station on Line 8)

By Small feudal |

I came here for a meeting. The food was not very good. The location was good. There are Bird's Nest and Water Cube nearby. Metro Line 15 or 8

By l Kezi |

The scale of the National Convention Center is huge. I was shocked when I walked here on November 19, 2016. I guess it would be drizzling even if a conference with several thousand people was held.

By Beauty |

I think you should go to the National Convention Center. Many technology companies hold press conferences and job fairs here. Although you can't go to the press conference site to experience it, you can also go to the venue to take a look. It is not recommended to go alone. You can go to the Bird's Nest, Water Cube, etc. together.

By comet |

The wedding expo was held at the National Convention Center, which is very large, with two floors. The transportation is also very convenient. Take Metro Line 8, get off at Olympic Park, and walk for two or three minutes. You can see the Bird's Nest and the Water Cube in the square outside the convention center. There are shopping malls and some restaurants nearby. The facilities are quite complete. However, if it weren't for the wedding expo, I would rarely go there.

By Zhou Qiyu XiAo sE. |

The location of Meizu's aunt-style press conference, starting from Meizu Blue Note, press conferences were held here

By MKTH856 |

After leaving Tsinghua University, the next stop is the National Stadium. You can take the subway line 15 at the west exit of Tsinghua East Road Station and get off at the Olympic Park Station. Go south to the Bird's Nest and Water Cube area. When you leave the subway exit, the first thing you see is the grand National Convention Center building on the right. I used my phone to scan the whole view, but it really can't be scanned completely. The Linglong Tower is towering on the left side of the road, and the Bird's Nest is vaguely visible not far away.

By Elene's Territory |

From a distance it looks very ordinary and low, but when you look closer you will see that it is a huge building, very imposing.

By Photographer Zimei |

I attended a copyright conference here and met some friends. It is a legendary high-end and classy conference venue, probably only inferior to the Great Hall of the People.