Robotics: Science and Systems — 2026
July 13-17, 2026
University of Technology SydneySydney, Australia
Robotics Autonomous Systems Machine Learning AI
Important Dates
| Submission deadline | January 30, 2026 |
Robotics: Science and Systems (RSS) is one of the most selective robotics research conferences in the world, distinguished by its single-track format and emphasis on foundational contributions across robot perception, planning, control, learning, manipulation, and the science of autonomous systems. The 22nd edition takes place July 13-17, 2026, at the University of Technology Sydney. A*-ranked, RSS draws a tightly focused community of robotics researchers from leading academic groups and industry labs, with a program designed so the entire audience attends every talk. Sydney is served by Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD), about 20 minutes from the city center on the Airport Link train. UTS sits in the Ultimo district next to Sydney Central station, walkable to Darling Harbour and the central business district.
Venue
University of Technology Sydney
15 Broadway, Ultimo NSW 2007, Australia
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Our picks for Robotics: Science and Systems attendees
A curated selection of hotels chosen for location, value, and fit for conference travellers.
Novotel Sydney Darling Square
17 Little Pier St, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
Directly across from ICC Sydney with easy walking access to Darling Harbour’s waterfront dining.
PARKROYAL Darling Harbour Sydney
150 Day St, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
Polished four-star hotel a five-minute walk from ICC Sydney with full fitness facilities.
Sofitel Sydney Darling Harbour
12 Darling Drive, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
Directly adjacent to ICC Sydney with a rooftop infinity pool and five restaurants and bars.
W Sydney
31 Wheat Rd, Darling Harbour, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
Bold luxury hotel in Darling Harbour with a rooftop WET deck pool and multiple dining venues, five minutes from ICC Sydney.
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