5 Shenzhen Tech Experiences: Robotaxi, Drone Delivery, EVs and Robotics (2026)

Which Technology Experiences Can You Plan in Shenzhen?

Robotaxi, drone delivery, Chinese EV displays, Huawei technology and Inno100 robotics are the five experience categories on La Roja Travel's current Inside Shenzhen Technology route. The published tour takes 2.5 hours and offers a Private Tour or a scheduled Small Group departure, both meeting in Shenzhen.

Use the booking page for the current itinerary, inclusions and available times. Individual vehicle assignments, outdoor services and demonstration access depend on the providers operating that day. A company headquarters visit is a separate access question, even when the company also has a public shop nearby.

1. Ride a Pony.ai Robotaxi

The experience is a chance to observe an automated vehicle during a real trip. Start with the service's current pickup and destination options; a nearby map pin does not mean a vehicle can collect you anywhere on that street.

PonyPilot+'s passenger terms, effective 28 July 2026, describe registration, passenger conditions and the possibility of service changes. They also state that a dispatched vehicle may have an onboard safety operator or use remote safety support, depending on local operations. Do not assume one vehicle configuration or a guaranteed departure time for every ride.

For an independent visit, check that you can complete the required account and payment steps before relying on the ride. On La Roja's guided Shenzhen tours, children can join the robotaxi experience when accompanied by an adult. This applies to both Private and Small Group bookings.

Read the tourist robotaxi guide and family planning guide for preparation.

2. Collect a Meituan Drone Delivery

Drone deliveries go to designated collection stations. Shenzhen's parks authority documented Talent Park and other park routes in its September 2024 service update. The live ordering page and station signs determine whether a particular route is operating when you arrive.

Find the station, follow its ordering instructions and collect the completed order as directed. Merchant preparation, queues and operating conditions all affect the wait. Avoid treating flight time as a promise for the entire order.

Weather and operations can interrupt drone service, so leave time for an alternative activity. The drone-delivery guide explains collection points, payment preparation and what to check before a visit.

3. Explore Chinese EV Displays

La Roja's published route includes Xiaomi's EV space on Haide 3rd Road, with displayed vehicles and components. This is a chance to look at cabin design, screens and the technology explained by the guide or showroom staff.

Exhibits can change. Inspecting a showroom car does not include permission to drive it, enter a workshop or visit the manufacturer's factory. Ask about any particular model or demonstration before booking if that is the main reason for your visit.

4. See Huawei Consumer Technology

A public retail stop can offer a practical look at consumer devices and connected technology. It is different from visiting Huawei's corporate offices in Bantian, Longgang.

Huawei's store directory lists its retail locations. Use the headquarters and retail visitor guide to distinguish the Nanshan and Bantian locations and choose the correct destination. A store's opening hours do not establish public access to a company campus.

5. Visit the Inno100 Robotics Stop

The current Inside Shenzhen Technology itinerary includes robotics at Inno100, with Unitree robots and exoskeleton demonstrations. Follow staff instructions and ask before handling equipment; the exact demonstrations available can vary.

For independent visits and separately booked 3D-printing activities, read our INNO100 visitor and workshop guide. Those workshops are separate from the core tour's robotics stop.

This is a retail and demonstration stop on our published route, not a visit to Unitree's headquarters. Unitree's contact page lists its headquarters in Hangzhou and a separate Shenzhen office. An office address does not by itself establish a tourist showroom or factory tour.

Private or Small Group: Which Should You Book?

Both formats below use the same core 2.5-hour Shenzhen route. Choose the format first, then compare its total and times on the booking page.

Small Group uses up to five guests per guide. When a departure has more guests, additional guides lead additional groups. The five-person figure is a per-guide group size, not a fixed total departure capacity.

The tour's published inclusions cover an English-speaking guide, transportation during the tour, entrance tickets and drone-delivered food and drinks. Hotel pickup and drop-off are excluded. Check the live booking page for the meeting point and your exact total.

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What If You Want DJI, a Museum or a Hong Kong Departure?

DJI visits are not included in La Roja's tour products. If you want an independent DJI retail visit, consult the headquarters and retail guide; do not treat a corporate address as a free-entry showroom.

A science museum or restaurant visit is also a separate activity. Check the venue's own location, opening and reservation information, and allow travel time rather than adding every stop to the compact Nanshan tour.

For more time in Shenzhen, compare the Tech Day Trip and its additional stops. If you need a tour starting across the border, the From Hong Kong: Shenzhen Technology Day Tour is a separate 8-hour private product meeting at West Kowloon Railway Station, B1 drop off. Confirm entry eligibility and return transport before booking.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are these experiences suitable for children?

Yes. Children on La Roja's Shenzhen tours can join the robotaxi experience when accompanied by an adult. Plan a comfortable walking pace and follow staff instructions at demonstrations. Private has age-based prices; Small Group charges the same participant rate for adults and children.

Can I arrange these experiences independently?

You can plan independent retail visits and check available ride and delivery services. Account verification, payment and opening conditions vary. Our international payment guide explains preparation; a successful Alipay or Weixin Pay setup does not guarantee access to every service.

Are all five experiences unique to Shenzhen?

No. The reason to combine them here is the route and the opportunity to see several types of technology during one visit. This guide does not claim that other cities lack robotaxis, delivery drones, EV showrooms or robotics demonstrations.

How much should I budget?

Use the selected tour format's live total and review its inclusions. For an independent itinerary, check actual ride, meal, ticket and transport prices. There is no single fixed daily cost that applies to every visitor or route.