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Smart City Summit & Expo 2026 (Taipei)

A huge city-tech expo that shows how Taiwan thinks about transport, energy, AI, and urban infrastructure—surprisingly fun if you like ‘how cities work’ behind the scenes.

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At a glance

Dates
March 17–2026 (day: 20)
Where
Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center (Hall 2)
Price
Registration required; access rules vary by day and visitor type.

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What to expect

  • A real-world look at smart mobility, energy, and city services
  • An easy indoor plan in March (rain-safe)
  • Good ‘Taipei is a global hub’ perspective beyond temples and food

Planning tips

  • Skim the highlights and pick 2–3 themes (AI, mobility, net-zero) so the halls don’t feel overwhelming.
  • Wear comfortable shoes—expo halls are big and you’ll walk a lot.
  • Pair it with a Xinyi evening or a night market afterwards for a perfect ‘tech + Taipei’ day.

Build a day around it

Taipei event days feel best when you plan by district. Treat the event as one anchor block, then add one food mission and one restorative break (tea, park, bookstore) — with buffer so nothing feels rushed.

  • If you have 2–3 hours: arrive early → event → short neighborhood walk.
  • If you’re making a full day: one attraction block + event + a calm night-market or dinner plan.
  • If the weather turns: keep walking minimal and use museums/cafés as your buffer.

Before you go

  • Confirm the details: check the official link for last-minute schedule or venue updates.
  • Arrive with buffer: 15–30 minutes early usually makes the whole experience calmer.
  • Have a weather plan: keep one indoor “warm stop” in mind in case the day turns.