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Shanghai AI Tech Tour Driverless Cars Drones and Robots

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Shanghai AI Tech Tour Driverless Cars Drones and Robots

About this activity

Discover how technology is becoming part of everyday life in Shanghai on this immersive AI and robotics experience.

1)Ride a real driverless taxi

2)Experience drone food delivery (waiting time required after ordering)

3)Interact with cutting-edge Unitree robot & robot dog

Instead of simply visiting a technology museum, you’ll see and experience these technologies in real-world settings.

Optional Upgrade:

You can also add a visit to the 118th-floor observation deck of Shanghai Tower, the tallest building in China.

Please Note:

1) The experience takes place at three different locations in Shanghai, so some travel time between activities is required. Please keep this in mind when booking.

2) The drone food delivery experience depends on weather conditions and local airspace restrictions on the day of the tour and may occasionally be unavailable. If this happens, you can choose to replace it with a robot coffee and local lunch experience, or choose a refund for the drone delivery part.

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At a glance

Duration
4 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–15
Guide
English
Operated by
Hippo Tour Shanghai

Ages: Adults (0–99 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Shanghai Tower 118F observation deck experience (ticket included if this option is selected)
  • Included: Interaction with humanoid robot and robotic dog from top Chinese brands
  • Included: Robot-made coffee experience &local food taste (if drone delivery is unavailable due to bad weather)
  • Included: Driverless taxi experience
  • Included: Hotel pickup and drop-off in Shanghai city center (all transportation costs by taxi/Didi)
  • Included: Professional English-speaking guide service
  • Included: Drone food tasting experience and the delivered food (weather permitting & no airspace restrictions)

Not included

  • Not included: Outskirts hotel pick-up/dropoff (PVG Airport/Disney, etc.) available at surcharge, payable on-site.
  • Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

  1. Pudong

    30 min

    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.

  2. Yangpu

    one hour

    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.

  3. Puxi (Downtown Shanghai)

    30 min

    AI Robotics Experience: Humanoid Robot & Robot Dog

    Travelers will conclude their high-tech journey with an interactive AI robotics experience featuring humanoid robot, and robotic dog technologies developed by leading robotics companies in China, including Unitree, a major manufacturer.

    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.

    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.

  4. Shanghai Tower

    one hour Admission included

    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.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

  • PuJing,WeiTingHOTEL(ShangHai jingan Distrct Wuning Road Station)
  • James Joyce Coffetel Shanghai Railway Station
  • Shanghai Elong Hotel
  • Jinglai Hotel (Shanghai Meichuan Pedestrian Street store)
  • Shanghai Lichen Ruixuan International Hotel
  • Jinjiang Inn Shanghai Qingfang Market Caoan Road
  • Home Inn Shanghai Xujiahui
  • JI HOTEL (Shanghai Haibei Bund Danyang Road Metro Hotel)
  • Park Inn by Radisson Shanghai Jing'an Daning International
  • Shanghai Shujia Hotel
  • Lumeijia Tianhong Hotel
  • Jia Qi Hotel (Shanghai the Bund Nanjing East Road shop)

and 2,518 more pickup points

For pick-up or drop-off outside the downtown area, such as suburbs or the airport, an

extra fee may apply depending on the location. We'll confirm the cost with you in

advance.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%
  • The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Options

  • Shanghai AI Tech Experience:Driverless Car, Drone Delivery&Robots

    Pickup included

  • with Shanghai Tower 118F

    with Shanghai Tower 118F: Shanghai Tower 118F observation deck experience (ticket included if this option is selected)

    Pickup included

Traveller ratings

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