3h Small-Group Segway Tour & Free Taxi Transport ️with PragueWay

Prague’s best Segway ride is not a tour of Old Town. It is a park-and-monastery outing through Prague 6, where wide paths and open green spaces make the machine much easier to enjoy. You’ll see Strahov Stadium, Ladronka Park, Břevnov Monastery, and lesser-known corners that most first-time visitors miss.

I like the free taxi transfer from Malá Strana and the chance to taste beer connected with Břevnov Monastery, though you buy that drink yourself. I also like the guides’ personal touch. David, Freddy, Ivan, and Andrew are all praised for clear instruction, local stories, and patient help with first-time riders.

The main catch is simple: you will not tour Prague’s famous central monuments by Segway. Old Town and Prague 1 restrict Segway use, so this route is best for the ride itself, quiet parks, city views, and historic religious sites rather than a greatest-hits tour of Charles Bridge and Prague Castle.

Key points to know before you book

• Prague 6 replaces Old Town: The route uses parks and quieter paths because Segways are banned in Prague 1.
• Free taxi transport saves time: A taxi takes you from Mostecká in Malá Strana to the riding area and back.
• Monastery beer is a highlight: Břevnov has the country’s oldest beer-brewing tradition, but drinks cost extra.
• Training is included: You get instruction before setting off, which matters if this is your first Segway ride.
• The route has real local character: Strahov Stadium, Ladronka Park, Kajetánka, and Břevnov Monastery show a less familiar side of Prague.
• Weather affects the outing: Raincoats are available in wet weather, and gloves are supplied in winter, but warm clothing still matters.

What this three-hour Prague ride is really about

At $73.80 per person, this is not the cheapest way to move around Prague. The price makes more sense when you count the taxi transfer, Segway training, guide, water, coffee, and the chance to cover several spread-out sites without walking between them.

The tour lasts about two and a half to three hours. The schedule lists roughly two hours around Prague 6, with the remaining time used for transport, instruction, and stops. Actual riding time can feel shorter, especially if the group spends time at the monasteries or pauses for drinks.

That distinction matters. You are paying for a guided experience, not two full hours of nonstop Segway riding. One family estimated about an hour and a half of actual riding, while the entire outing still filled much of the morning or afternoon. If you want constant speed and motion, this may feel slow. If you want a relaxed ride with history and views, the balance works better.

The group can include up to 15 people, though smaller groups are possible. One family rode with only four people and found that size comfortable. A smaller group gives you more room to ask questions and lets the guide watch beginners closely.

Meeting in Malá Strana, then leaving central Prague

You meet at Mostecká 53/4 in Malá Strana, near public transport. This location is convenient if you are already visiting Charles Bridge or the streets below Prague Castle, but it is not where the Segway route begins.

That is where the included taxi comes in. A free taxi takes you from the meeting point to the riding area in Prague 6, then returns you to Malá Strana at the end. This is a useful part of the package, since trying to arrange your own transport to the outer district would add time and cost.

Bring an ID or passport, wear comfortable shoes, and dress for the weather. Prague can feel cold on a moving Segway, particularly in February or during a damp spell. Gloves are available in winter, and raincoats are supplied if rain arrives, but I would still bring warm layers and a scarf.

You receive unlimited water and coffee at the meeting point. That is a small benefit, but a welcome one before or after the ride.

Learning the Segway before the route begins

Every rider receives training. This is important because the first few minutes can feel strange, especially when the Segway responds to small shifts in your weight.

One parent described the first five minutes as a little scary for a nine-year-old, followed by a quick adjustment. That sounds like a fair expectation. You do not need prior experience, but you do need to pay attention during the practice session and be comfortable controlling the machine before leaving.

The operator has been running Segway tours in Prague for many years, and the guides are used to helping beginners. Andrew was specifically praised for patience with new riders, while David was described as offering a more personal experience when riding alone with one customer.

The machines are not the main attraction for everybody. Some people love the easy glide and the ability to cover more ground than on foot. Others find the route more enjoyable on a scooter, and the operator may recommend that option in some situations. If you have already walked many miles, ask about the available vehicle before you set off.

Riders must be at least eight years old. Pregnant women, people over 264 pounds or 120 kilograms, and anyone under the influence of alcohol or drugs cannot ride. Most people can participate, but the company requires good weather for the outing.

Strahov Monastery and the view over Prague

The first major stop is Strahov Monastery, founded in 1143. It is one of Prague’s important architectural and religious sites, with the Strahov Library, Strahov Gallery, and the Museum of National Literature within the monastery complex.

The library is the star attraction in the wider complex. It holds more than 200,000 books, including more than 3,000 manuscripts and 1,500 original works. Its two famous halls are the Theological Hall and the Philosophical Hall, linked by a corridor.

The Segway stop is listed as about 20 minutes, with admission included to the tour but not necessarily entry to every interior attraction. Do not assume you will have time for a full library visit. This outing gives you an introduction and a look at the setting, while a separate monastery visit would be better if the library is high on your list.

Strahov also has one of the oldest documented brewing traditions in the area. That makes it a good early reminder that Prague’s monasteries are not only church sites. They have long been tied to food, drink, gardens, scholarship, and daily work.

The elevated position near Strahov helps explain why the views are such a strong part of the experience. You get a broad look across Prague rather than the close-up street scenes of the Old Town lanes.

Strahov Stadium, a giant relic of mass gymnastics

From the monastery, the route continues to Strahov Stadium. The stop lasts about 10 minutes, so expect an exterior look and a short explanation rather than a full stadium visit.

The scale is hard to grasp. The stadium covers about 63,000 square meters, roughly the area of nine football pitches, and once held up to 280,000 people, including 96,000 seats. It began as a venue for Sokol gymnastics festivals and later hosted the large Spartakiad events, when as many as 33,000 gymnasts performed there.

The site also held major concerts by the Rolling Stones, Guns N’ Roses, and Pink Floyd. Today, its worn grandeur gives the route a different mood from Prague’s polished central monuments.

This is one of the more unusual stops, but it will not satisfy someone looking for a classic landmark visit. The interest lies in the stadium’s size, political and sporting past, and slightly strange open spaces. Your guide’s explanation makes a real difference here. Freddy, for example, was praised for giving clear background information throughout the route.

Ladronka Park and Prague’s outdoor side

Ladronka Park is made for a Segway. It has paths for walkers, cyclists, and inline skaters, including a 4.2-kilometer illuminated track. The stop is listed at about 10 minutes, but the route through the park is part of the longer Prague 6 riding section.

This is where the tour feels most relaxed. You are away from dense traffic and crowded lanes, with enough room to get comfortable on the machine. It also shows how much open space Prague has beyond its historic center.

Ladronka homestead gives the park some historical texture. The area once had vineyards, following Charles IV’s wish that vineyards surround Prague. The name comes from Italian Count Philipp Ferdinand de la Crone, whose surname gradually changed into forms that produced Ladronka.

The park also hosts events such as Ladronkafest and the Witches in Ladronka festival. You may not see those events during your ride, but the site remains part of Prague’s everyday recreational life rather than a staged tourist stop.

Břevnov Monastery and the beer stop

Břevnov Monastery is the oldest monastery in the Czech Republic, founded in 993. Its grounds include Saint Margaret Basilica, Margaret Garden, the Romanesque crypt, the baroque prelature, and the Terezian Hall.

The monastery’s brewing tradition is the most memorable feature for many riders. Beer called Benedikt is brewed there, and the monastery has the oldest beer-brewing tradition in the country. You can buy a beer at the local brewery, but alcohol is not included in the $73.80 price.

Plan for about 20 minutes at the stop. That is enough for a drink and an introduction to the grounds, but not a detailed tour of every building. A cold beer can be an appealing reward after riding, although you should wait until the tour is over if you plan to continue operating the Segway.

The gardens add another layer. Vojtěška, an abbot’s summer house with a chapel above a natural spring, marks the place where the monastery was founded. You can also find remains of an early 18th-century greenhouse in the upper garden.

For me, this stop gives the tour its best mix of place and pleasure. You get a historic monastery, a peaceful garden, and the option of trying a local brew. Just remember that this is a brief stop, not a full brewery tasting.

Kajetánka and the quieter side of Břevnov

Kajetánka is a former court and monastery in Prague-Břevnov. It once included a vineyard, a small monastery, a cylindrical chapel, and a church modeled on a pilgrimage church in Bavaria.

The property was later rebuilt as a small château. At the time covered by this tour information, the old premises were under extensive reconstruction into housing.

This stop is less polished than Strahov or Břevnov. That is part of its appeal, but it can also feel less rewarding if you expect a major monument. You are seeing a changing part of Prague, where older buildings and newer development meet.

The route through this district is valuable because it gives you a sense of local geography. You are not simply riding between famous photo stops. You are moving through residential Prague, former vineyard country, monastery grounds, and public parks.

Why Prague 6 is both the strength and weakness

The tour operator cannot take Segways through Prague 1, where their use is banned. That rule explains the route, but the wording can catch some people off guard.

You will not visit Old Town Square, Charles Bridge, or Prague Castle by Segway. You also should not book this experience expecting the central Prague monuments shown in some broad promotional descriptions. The route’s focus is Prague 6, Strahov, Břevnov, and the parks around them.

That is a drawback for a first-time visitor with only one day in Prague. You may prefer a walking tour of the Old Town and castle district first, then use this ride for something different.

It is also the tour’s main advantage. Prague 6 gives you open paths, less traffic, wide views, and a better setting for learning the machine. A Segway is awkward on packed cobblestones and crowded sidewalks. In the parks, it becomes the reason to book the tour rather than a gimmick.

Local attitudes can be mixed. One rider noticed that some people in Prague were openly unhappy about Segways, especially when riders met locals on sidewalks and paths. Andrew handled those moments calmly, but you should follow the guide’s instructions, slow down around pedestrians, and give people plenty of space.

Guides, language, and the feel of the outing

The tour is offered in English, with local guides leading the route. German, Spanish, French, Italian, and Russian audio guides are available.

The guide can shape the day more than any individual stop. David was praised for bringing rain jackets ahead of a storm and hail, then guiding the group through difficult weather. He was also praised for making a solo outing feel personal.

Ivan received especially warm praise for making the day enjoyable for a wide age range. Andrew was noted for patience, clear English, and good knowledge of the areas visited. Freddy was praised for strong views, useful history, and informative discussion.

Those details point to the right expectation: this is a guide-led ride, not simply a vehicle rental. Ask questions as you go. The listed stops are brief, and the stories fill in the gaps between them.

Who will get the most from this tour

I would choose this experience if you have already seen the center of Prague or want a change from churches, lanes, and crowded viewpoints. It suits active families, couples, solo riders, and anyone curious about Prague’s parks and monastery life.

It is also a good match if you want to cover several outlying sites without arranging taxis or public transport yourself. The included transfer removes the biggest practical nuisance.

I would be more cautious if you dislike balance-based vehicles, want a detailed interior tour of Strahov Library, or have limited time and need Prague’s headline sights. The ride is also weather-dependent, and cold or rain can reduce the fun even when raincoats are available.

Free cancellation is allowed up to 24 hours before the start time. If poor weather cancels the outing, you can receive a different date or a full refund. The same applies if the minimum number of riders is not reached.

Should you book the PragueWay Segway tour?

Book it if you want a pleasant ride through Prague’s parks with real historic stops, not a standard city-center sightseeing circuit. The free taxi, training, guide, and small-group limit make the $73.80 price reasonable for a three-hour guided outing.

Skip it if Old Town, Charles Bridge, and Prague Castle are your main goals. Start with a central walking tour instead, then consider this experience as a second look at Prague.

For the best chance of enjoying it, wear warm, comfortable clothing, keep your expectations focused on Prague 6, and budget extra for the monastery beer. If you do that, the ride offers an unusual and easygoing way to see a side of Prague that many visitors never reach.

FAQ

Where does the Segway tour start?

The tour starts at Mostecká 53/4 in Malá Strana, Prague 1.

Where does the tour finish?

The activity ends back at the original meeting point in Malá Strana.

How long does the tour last?

The experience lasts approximately two hours and 30 minutes to three hours.

Is taxi transport included?

Yes. Free taxi transport takes you from the meeting point to the Segway riding area and returns you afterward.

Does the tour visit Old Town or Prague Castle?

No. Segways are banned in Prague 1, so the route focuses on Prague 6, including parks, monasteries, and Strahov Stadium.

Is Segway training included?

Yes. Training is provided before the ride begins.

Is the monastery beer included in the price?

No. You can buy beer at local breweries, but alcoholic drinks cost extra.

What languages are available?

The tour is offered in English. Audio guides are available in German, Spanish, French, Italian, and Russian.

Are children allowed to ride?

Children under eight years old are not allowed to ride a Segway.

Can the tour be canceled because of weather?

Yes. The experience requires good weather. If the operator cancels because of poor weather, you can choose another date or receive a full refund.