IEEE International Symposium on Mixed and Augmented Reality — 2026
October 5-9, 2026
Bari, ItalyXR VR HCI Computer Vision
Important Dates
| Submission deadline | March 16, 2026 |
The IEEE International Symposium on Mixed and Augmented Reality (ISMAR) is the leading research conference on augmented, mixed, and virtual reality, covering display and tracking systems, registration and calibration, perception and interaction in immersive environments, and applications of AR/MR in industry, medicine, and training. The 25th ISMAR takes place October 5-9, 2026, in Bari, Italy. The conference brings together the computer vision, graphics, and human-computer interaction communities working on spatial computing. Bari is on the Adriatic coast of southern Italy, served by Bari Karol Wojtyla Airport with connections across Europe and a short ride from the historic old town and seafront.
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Our picks for IEEE International Symposium on Mixed and Augmented Reality attendees
A curated selection of hotels chosen for location, value, and fit for conference travellers.
Grand Hotel Leon d'Oro
Piazza Aldo Moro 4, 70121 Bari, Italy
Classic four-star on Piazza Aldo Moro opposite Bari Centrale station and 10 minutes walk from Barivecchia, well-positioned for exploring the city in...
Hotel Oriente
Corso Cavour 32, 70121 Bari, Italy
Well-located four-star on Bari’s main boulevard close to the station and a short walk from the seafront promenade, offering comfortable rooms at...
Nicolaus Hotel
Via Cardinal A. Ciasca 9, 70124 Bari, Italy
The ISWC 2026 conference hotel, a large four-star with an outdoor pool and full convention facilities in the Carbonara district, about 4km...
Sheraton Bari Hotel
Via Cardinale Agostino Ciasca 9, 70124 Bari, Italy
Five-star Sheraton near the conference venue with an outdoor pool and spa, the top luxury option for ISWC attendees - best for...
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