China's high-tech boom is fueling a 'technology tourism' surge, with experiences like riding in cutting-edge robotaxis and factory tours now available

Tech tourism is expanding in China, with paid tours in Shanghai and Shenzhen centered on high-tech companies and factories.

Visitors can try robotaxis and join factory visits to see firms like BYD, Unitree Robotics, and DeepSeek up close.

The tours mostly attract investors, entrepreneurs, and students seeking firsthand insight into China’s tech capabilities.

Growing interest in China’s AI, EV, and robotics sectors is turning industrial curiosity into a new travel market.