Chaoyang Park (Sun Park)

Chaoyang Park is also known as the Sun Park. It was built in 1984 and now is located at No. 1, South Nongzhanguan Road in Chaoyang District of Beijing, adjacent to the embassy area and the business center. Being 2.8 kilometers (1.7 miles) long from north to south and 1.5 kilometers (0.9 miles) wide from west to east, it has an area of 288.7 hectares (713 acres) and its water surface covers an area of 68.2 hectares (169 acres). Now Chaoyang Park has more than 20 scenic spots and the venue for the beach volleyball competition of the Beijing 2008 Olympic Games is also situated in it.
 

Map of Chaoyang Park
Map of Chaoyang Park

The Ecological Valley

Located in the northern part,  it is a natural valley between hills, characterized by a large water area and green space. Various aquatic plants, metasequoia trees, willows and other humidity resistant trees grow here. The source of the water is a ladder of cascades piled up by rocks.
 

Binshui Island

Situated by Lotus Lake (Lianhua Lake), it is the home for wild ducks. Composed of wooden platforms, pavilions and meadow, the environment is enriched by small and medium-sized sculptures to express the idea of naturalness, environmental protection and the balance of nature.
 

Art Square (Yishu Square)

Located near the west gate, it is made up of a sunken oval fountain and two rectangular fountains. Fine artistic sculptures are scattered across the square, presenting beautiful rural landscapes of Vienna, Austria. It is a nice place with a heavy artistic atmosphere.
 

Resource of Life Scenic Area

It is built on the theme of natural life and is opened up in a large stretch of woods and combines greenness, running water and sport. Luxuriantly green trees grow prosperously on the rolling landform. Five colorful brooks flow from the woods. Over 200 luxury yachts, auto boats and various kinds of small boats shuttle back and forth on the lake. From nearby they look like every lotus flower when fully open. From a distance they appear as if millions of stars are shining in the sky.
 

Bathing Beach

It is located in the western part of Chaoyang Park and was the venue for the beach volleyball competition of the Olympic Games. Originally, this place was the practice area for the beach volleyball competition; and after the Olympic Games were concluded, it was reconstructed into bathing beaches covering an area of 2.5 hectares. The sands for the beaches, famed for softness and comfort, were specially transported from Hainan Province. The bathing beaches can attract 3,000 tourists a day. You can practice beach volleyball here with your friends and enjoy the water in Chaoyang Park swimming pool.

Blue Harbor (Solana)

Located in the northwest of Chaoyang park, it is the first lifestyle shopping center in China that combines shopping, conference and exhibition, catering, entertainment and recreation.
 

Cultural Activities

Chaoyang Park holds various activities during the Spring Festival, May Day Holiday, National Day Holiday and other festivals. The Thailand Cultural Exhibition, Europe Cultural Exhibition, Cat and Dog Shows and other exhibitions have been successfully held here. Chaoyang International Exhibition started in 2002 has become the favorite of the local people during Spring Festival.

 

How to get to Chaoyang Park

 By Subway:
Take Subway Line 14 to Chaoyang Gongyuan (Chaoyang Park) Station. Get out from Exit B and you can see the south gate of the park. Visitors can also get off at Zaoying Station to arrive at the west gate of the park.
 By Bus:
 South Gate: Take bus 302, 406, 412, 431, 499, 650, 672, 675, 690, 973 or 988 and get off at South Gate of Chaoyang Park Station.
 West Gate: Take bus 421, 682, or Zhuan 114 and get off at Jingyuan Station; or take bus 419 to North Jingyuan.
 East Gate: Take bus 400, 451, 657 or 988 and get off at Dashanzhuang Station.
 North Gate: Take bus 402, 413 or 418 and get off at North Gate of Chaoyang Park Station. 
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Entrance Fee Free
Opening Hours April to October: 06:00-22:00, stop entering at 21:00.
November to next March: 06:00-21:00, stop entering at 20:00.


 Bicycle Rent Service:
Time: 08:30 - 17:30
A bicycle for two: CNY 60 per hour
A bicycle for four: CNY 80 per hour
A bicycle for six: CNY 100 per hour
A bicycle for eight: CNY 200 per hour
A bicycle for twelve: CNY 300 per hour
Notes: Deposit of CNY 300 for each bycycle is necessay. This service can be found on the east of Jiumi Road and the west of No. 7 east gate. 

Recommended Nearby Attractions:
Sanlitun
Sanlitun Bar Street
 Blue Zoo (Gongti Richina Underwater World)
Workers Stadium
Dongyue Temple
 Taikoo Li Sanlitun

- Last updated on Apr. 07, 2023 by Kate Liu -
Questions & Answers on Beijing Chaoyang Park
Asked by Charlene from UK | Sep. 06, 2019 15:08Reply
Luxury battery boat rental in Beijing Chaoyang Park
Hi, I will be visiting alone is September.
I can book a luxury boat (for 3) for 60 CNY for 1 hour, with a 200 CNY deposit - right?
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Answered by Harper from NEW ZEALAND | Sep. 08, 2019 23:12
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Yes, that's right.
Answered by c from UNITED KINGDOM | Sep. 09, 2019 12:56
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Thanks!
Asked by Andrea from THE NETHERLANDS | Jul. 03, 2019 12:29Reply
Are there any recommended RUNNING routes through Chaoyang Park for 5-6 km?
I would love to go running in tis park, since it is nearby my hotel. But the park seems so big; I don't know where to begin. I wonder if you can recommend routes our signs to follow. Thank you very much for a reply, with kind regards from The Netherlands
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Answered by Mia from CANADA | Jul. 04, 2019 02:34
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There is a 6-km red running route in the park and there are 18 signs along the way, you can just follow that.
Asked by Faustino E. Oguan Jr. from PHILIPPINES | Oct. 27, 2018 10:27Reply
i will be coming from beijing happy valley hotel...how can a reach chaoyang park?
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Answered by Kadin from CANADA | Oct. 29, 2018 01:36
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You can first take the metro line 7 at Happy Valley station and get off at Nine Dragons Mountain where to transfer to the metro line 4 and get off at Zaoying. Then walk about 3 minutes to the park.
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