China Science and Technology Museum
中国科学技术馆
A national science museum beside Olympic Park, with many hands-on exhibits and dome theaters. A popular choice for families visiting Beijing.
The new China Science and Technology Museum sits on the north side of Olympic Park. Its building looks like a giant Luban lock, a traditional Chinese interlocking puzzle. Themed halls include Splendor of Huaxia, Exploration and Discovery, Science and Life, and Challenge and the Future, along with a Children's Science Park full of interactive exhibits. Dome, giant-screen, 4D, and motion theaters are sold separately. Admission to the main halls is 30 yuan. Book in advance on the official website or mini-program. The museum closes on Mondays. It is about a 10-minute walk from Olympic Park Station on Subway Line 8. Plan on half a day, and combine it with the Bird's Nest and Olympic Forest Park.
Opening hours
9:30 am–5:00 pm (closed Mondays)
Nearby sights
- Olympic Green (Bird's Nest & Water Cube)
- Temple of Earth (Ditan Park)
- Yonghe Temple (Lama Temple)
- Temple of Confucius & Imperial Academy
- Drum Tower & Bell Tower
- Tsinghua University
- Shichahai
- Prince Gong's Mansion