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Olympic Forest Park

7.4Friend Score / 10

#12 of 12 Parks & Outdoors in Beijing

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Known forOlympic legacyfree entrynorth Beijingurban nature
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Built for the 2008 Beijing Olympics, this massive 680-hectare park north of the Bird's Nest is one of the city's best jogging and cycling destinations, with a large artificial lake, wetlands, and a gentle hill offering skyline views. The 5km and 10km running loops are genuinely well-maintained and popular with serious local runners at dawn. The southern section near the Olympic venues is busier; head north for tranquility and birdwatching. Getting here requires a subway ride to the northern end of Line 8, but it's straightforward.

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Last verifiedJuly 14, 2026

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7.4/10
  • Value9.5
  • iconic6.0
  • excellence8.0
  • Crowd level6.5
  • Authenticity7.0
  • Accessibility8.0
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Last reviewed July 14, 2026 by AskTheCity Editorial.