Shanghai AI Tech Tour Driverless Cars Drones and Robots





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Duration
4 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English
Confirmation
Instant
Pickup
Pickup details available
Time zone
Asia/Shanghai
Why Travelers Love This
Overview
Shanghai’s most immersive AI experience combining real driverless taxi rides, drone delivery demonstrations, and hands-on robot interactions. See how cutting-edge technology is already shaping daily life in Shanghai through autonomous transport, smart logistics, and humanoid robotics. From street-level AI systems to futuristic machines, this tour offers a rare opportunity to experience a real working smart city in action—not just a showcase, but technology being used in everyday life. Unlike typical sightseeing tours, this experience brings travelers directly into real operational AI environments that are not staged for tourists. With limited availability for some technologies such as driverless vehicles and robotics demonstrations, this is a unique chance to witness the future of urban living as it is happening today in one of the world’s most advanced cities.
What's Included
Included
Drone food tasting experience and the delivered food (weather permitting)
Shanghai Tower 118F observation deck experience (ticket included if this option is selected)
Robot-made coffee experience &local food taste (if drone delivery is unavailable due to bad weather)
Driverless taxi experience
Hotel pickup and drop-off in Shanghai city center (all transportation costs by taxi/Didi)
Professional English-speaking guide service
30-minute interaction with humanoid robots, robotic dogs, and robotic suits from top Chinese brands
Not included
Outskirts hotel pick-up/dropoff (PVG Airport/Disney, etc.) available at surcharge, payable on-site.
Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup details
Itinerary
Stop 1
30 minutes
Stop 1
Driverless Taxi Experience (Autonomous Ride in Shanghai): Travelers will experience one of Shanghai’s most advanced AI technologies by taking a real ride in a driverless taxi (autonomous vehicle) in a designated smart mobility area. Your guide will assist with boarding and ensure a smooth and safe experience while explaining how China’s autonomous driving system works in real urban traffic conditions. During the ride, travelers will enjoy a unique opportunity to observe how the vehicle navigates traffic lights, pedestrians, and city roads without a human driver. This is a hands-on futuristic mobility experience, showcasing how AI and smart transportation are shaping the future of urban travel in Shanghai. Please note that each autonomous vehicle can accommodate up to 3 passengers, including your guide. For bookings with more than 2 travelers, additional vehicles will be arranged to ensure everyone can enjoy the driverless taxi experience.
Stop 2
1 hour
Stop 2
Drone Food Delivery Experience: Next, travelers will enjoy a drone food tasting experience, sampling local specialties delivered directly by flying drones. Please note that this experience is weather-dependent. In case of rain, strong winds, or operational restrictions, drone delivery may be temporarily suspended. If this occurs, the experience will be adjusted flexibly. Guests may instead observe a robot-made coffee demonstration in action, while the local food tasting will still be provided at a nearby alternative location. This ensures travelers can still enjoy a seamless and engaging experience of Shanghai’s AI-powered urban innovation and next-generation service technologies.
Stop 3
30 minutes
Stop 3
AI Robotics Experience: Humanoid Robots & Robot Dogs Travelers will conclude their high-tech journey with an interactive AI robotics experience featuring humanoid robots, robotic dogs, and wearable exoskeleton technologies developed by leading robotics companies in China, including Unitree, a major manufacturer of advanced robotic dogs. Guests can get up close with these intelligent machines and take part in fun interactive demonstrations, such as watching humanoid robots perform coordinated movements, dance routines, or even showcase Chinese kung fu-inspired actions. Robotic dogs will demonstrate agility, balance, and responsive movement, while wearable exoskeleton devices highlight how technology can enhance human physical capability. This experience offers a fascinating look at how robotics and artificial intelligence are becoming part of everyday life in China, from entertainment and education to real-world applications in modern cities like Shanghai.
Stop 4
1 hourAdmission included
Stop 4
Optional Add-on: Shanghai Tower 118F Observation Deck Experience: Travelers may choose to add an optional visit to the 118th-floor observation deck of Shanghai Tower, the tallest building in China. If selected during booking, guests will take one of the world’s fastest elevators, reaching speeds of up to 18 meters per second, to quickly ascend to the top of the tower. At the top, travelers can enjoy panoramic views over Shanghai. On clear daytime conditions, visibility is excellent, offering especially stunning views of the Huangpu River, Lujiazui skyline, and the striking contrast between historic districts and the modern high-rise cityscape. From this elevated perspective, travelers can see Shanghai’s rapid transformation as a global center of technology and innovation. After booking, guests are required to provide their full name and passport information in advance to allow for pre-booking of admission tickets.
Additional Info
Public Transportation Nearby
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants Must Sit On Laps
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
No Heart Problems
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Physical Easy
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Policy type
Standard
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Experience may be cancelled for bad weather.
Refund eligibility
100% refundable 1+ days before
Refund eligibility
0% refundable 0-1 days before
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