Chaoyang Park

Chaoyang Park

Chaoyang Park is a national AAAA-level tourist attraction.

A national 4A-level tourist attraction. Located in the bustling central area of Beijing's Chaoyang District, it is accessible via multiple bus lines. Chaoyang Park is bordered by Liangmaqiao Road to the north, Chaoyang Park Road to the west, East Fourth Ring Road to the east, and Chaoyang Park South Road to the south. It stretches approximately 2.8 kilometers from north to south and about 1.5 kilometers from east to west, with a planned total area of 2.78 square kilometers, including a water surface area of 0.68 square kilometers. The green space coverage rate is 87%, making it the largest urban park within Beijing’s Fourth Ring Road. It was first built in 1984. On September 15, 2004, the entire park was opened to the public.

Chaoyang Park is one of the key projects identified in the "Beijing Urban Master Plan" approved by the State Council. It is located in the bustling central area of Beijing's Chaoyang District, bordered by Liangmaqiao Road to the north, Chaoyang Park Road to the west, East Fourth Ring Road to the east, and Chaoyang Park South Road to the south. It stretches approximately 2.8 kilometers from north to south and about 1.5 kilometers from east to west, with a planned total area of 288.7 hectares, including a water surface area of 68.2 hectares. The green space coverage rate is 87%, making it the largest urban park within Beijing’s Fourth Ring Road. Originally named Shuiduizi Park, it was first built in 1984. Over the past 20 years, the construction of Chaoyang Park has received high attention from the Party Central Committee, the State Council, and municipal and district governments at all levels. Central leaders have participated in the national voluntary tree-planting campaign at the park in 1992, 1996, and 2004. In December 1999, General Secretary - personally inscribed the name of the park. The development of Chaoyang Park has played an important role in improving the ecological environment of eastern Beijing and enriching the cultural life of its residents.

Nearby Buildings

Qingjing Minghu Longge Huangshi International Apartments, Chaoyang Park Xili North Area, Jiuhao Apartments, Zaoying Nanli, Victoria Garden Apartments, Boning Garden, Bindu Garden Apartments, Zaoying Beili, Beijing Jingda Garden, Maizidian Street Community, Jingda International Apartments, GOLF Apartments, Jingyuan Building, Dongyuan Apartments, Boya Garden, Maizidian Jialong International Building, Chaoyang Park Xili South Area

Construction History

The development and construction of Chaoyang Park can be roughly divided into four phases:

The first is the preparatory phase, from 1984 to 1988, which mainly involved the initial establishment of the park, forming a “park without walls” based around the water body.

The second is the initial development phase, from 1988 to 1995, focusing primarily on real estate development and the construction of cultural landscapes.

The third is the accelerated construction phase, from 1995 to 2000. During this time, Chaoyang Park organized the “People’s Park Built by the People” project and the “50th National Day Tribute” project, completing the southern scenic area of the park in September 1999.

The fourth is the rapid development phase, from 2000 to the present. The Chaoyang District Party Committee and District Government included the construction of Chaoyang Park as a key district project. Beijing Chaoyang Park Development and Operation Company increased financing efforts and fully advanced the development of scenic areas. Over 3,900 households and more than 40 enterprises within the planned park area were relocated. Building on the completed southern scenic area, further greening upgrades and municipal infrastructure improvements were carried out. Development also included the European-style scenic area, Cherry Blossom Garden scenic area, and the sports garden centered around the tennis center, along with the development of the entire northern 1,300-mu planned area. On September 15, 2004, Chaoyang Park was fully opened to the public. From 1988 to 2008, the park completed over 20 scenic areas and attractions, including the Central Tree Planting Forest, Generals’ Forest, Esperanto Forest, Vast Layered Woods, International Friendship Forest, Water Recreation Area, South Gate Scenic Area, Brave World Amusement Park, European Charm, Green Meadow Song, Source of Life, Art Plaza, Waterside Isle, and Eco Valley. The greened area reached 2,500 mu. After an international call for proposals and extensive consultations with experts and stakeholders, the “Comprehensive Master Plan for Chaoyang Park” was approved by the Beijing Municipal Commission of Urban Planning in March 2004. The plan positions Chaoyang Park as a large-scale, comprehensive, multi-functional cultural leisure and entertainment park focused primarily on landscaping. Based on different functional characteristics, the plan divides the park into a central activity zone, sports and fitness zone, ecological science zone, horticultural viewing zone, cultural leisure zone, comprehensive service zone, administrative management zone, and historic architecture protection zone.

The construction of Chaoyang Park was listed as a key project in the district. Beijing Chaoyang Park Development and Operation Co., Ltd. intensified its fundraising efforts to fully advance the development of scenic areas. The relocation of over 3,900 households and more than 40 enterprises within the park’s planned land area was completed. Building on the already established southern scenic zone, further greening renovations were carried out, municipal infrastructure and supporting facilities were improved, and construction was undertaken on the European-style Scenic Area, the Cherry Blossom Garden Scenic Area, as well as the Sports Park Scenic Area centered around the Tennis Center. The overall development and construction of the entire 1,300-mu northern planned land area was also carried out. On September 15, 2004, Chaoyang Park was fully opened to the public. From 1988 to 2008, the park developed over 20 scenic spots and attractions, including the Central Tree Planting Forest, Generals’ Forest, Esperanto Forest, Vast Layered Woods, International Friendship Forest, Water Amusement Area, South Gate Scenic Area, Brave World Amusement Park, European-style Scenic Area, Green Meadow Harmony, Source of Life, Art Plaza, Riverside Isle, Ecological Valley, and more, achieving a green coverage area of 2,500 mu. After an international design solicitation and extensive consultations with experts and various sectors of society, in March 2004, the “Comprehensive Master Plan for Chaoyang Park” was approved by the Beijing Municipal Commission of Urban Planning. The plan positioned Chaoyang Park as a large-scale, comprehensive, and multifunctional cultural recreation and entertainment park primarily focused on landscaping. Based on different functional characteristics, the “Plan” divided the park into a Central Activity Zone, Sports and Fitness Zone, Ecological Science Education Zone, Horticultural Viewing Zone, Cultural Leisure Zone, Comprehensive Service Zone, Administrative Management Zone, and Historic Architecture Protection Zone.

Entertainment Options

Adjacent to the foreign embassies area and Beijing CBD, Chaoyang Park is an international tourism and cultural district integrating landscaping, leisure and entertainment, cultural exchange, and science and technology education. It combines Chinese and foreign garden art and architectural styles. The southern scenic area of the park features 21 major amusement attractions, including roller coasters, river rapids rides, super spaceships, space voyages, Colorful Land, the “Sony ExploraScience” science park, sports gardens, pet parks, and other thrilling and exciting activities suitable for all age groups.

Centering around brand cultural events such as the “Chaoyang International Spring Festival,” “May Day Chaoyang Pop Music Week,” and “National Day Happy Park,” Chaoyang Park actively builds itself as a “cultural landmark park.” It has hosted large-scale cultural events such as the “Thai Cultural Festival,” “European Style Street,” “World Famous Cats and Dogs Exhibition,” “Beijing Chaoyang International Business Festival—International Business Auto Show,” and “Beijing 2008 Olympic Culture Festival and Olympic Culture Square Events,” achieving significant social impact.

Suggested Duration

2–4 hours

Transportation

Take Metro Line 14 and get off at Zaoying Station. Nearby bus stops include Chaoyang Park West Gate, Zaoying Beili, Anjialou East, Dongfengqiao, Dasha Mountain Villa, and Chaoyang Park East Gate.

Admission Fee

5 RMB per person; half-price discount at 2.5 RMB for students and seniors aged 60–65; free entry for people with disabilities, military personnel, and seniors over 65

Opening Hours

Low Season (November – March): 6:00–21:00, ticket sales stop at 20:00

Peak Season (April – October): 6:00–22:00, ticket sales stop at 21:00

Location

No. 1, Chaoyang Park South Road, Chaoyang District, Beijing