1.5h Small Group Segway Tour & Free Taxi Transfer ️with PragueWay

Prague’s best Segway territory lies beyond Old Town. This 1.5-hour small-group ride takes you into Prague 6, where hilltop monasteries, broad parks, and the huge Strahov Stadium replace the usual central-city crowds. I like the free taxi transfer, which saves you from finding the launch point, and I like the chance to see a quieter side of Prague without wearing out your legs. The main drawback is simple: you need decent weather, and Segway riding may not suit everyone.

The tour earns a strong 4.9 out of 5 from 131 ratings, with 98 percent recommending it. Ivan, praised for being friendly, helpful, and attentive throughout the ride, is one guide named in the feedback. Morning and afternoon departures make planning easy, but this is still a short outing, so you should not expect long interior visits at the monasteries.

Key points at a glance

• Free taxi transfer from Malá Strana: You meet at Mostecká 53/4, then ride to the Segway starting point and return there afterward.
• Prague 6 instead of Prague 1: Segways were banned in Prague 1 in 2016, so this tour takes advantage of quieter streets and open public areas outside the historic core.
• Four distinctive stops: The route links Strahov Monastery, the enormous Strahov Stadium, Ladronka Park, and Brevnov Monastery.
• A small group of up to 15: That is not a private tour, but it gives the guide a better chance to help with riding and questions.
• Practical gear is supplied: Training, helmets, raincoats in wet weather, winter gloves, and unlimited water and coffee at the meeting point are included.
• Best for active sightseers: You must be at least 8, weigh no more than 264 pounds or 120 kilograms, and be comfortable riding a self-balancing vehicle.

Why this route works better than a central Prague Segway ride

Prague’s historic center is wonderfully walkable, but it is not the easiest place for a Segway. Crowded lanes, uneven paving, pedestrians, and the 2016 ban on Segways in Prague 1 make the central districts a poor fit for this kind of vehicle.

This tour heads to Prague 6, a district with more room to move. That matters. You can focus on steering, the views, and the guide’s explanations instead of constantly watching for people stepping into your path. The route also reaches places that are often skipped by visitors who stay near Charles Bridge, the Old Town Square, and Prague Castle.

The free taxi ride is a particularly useful touch. You begin at Mostecká 53/4 in Malá Strana, near the tourist heart of the city. Rather than asking you to make your own way to a distant suburban launch point, PragueWay takes you there and brings you back at the end. That saves both time and uncertainty.

At $70.94 per person, the tour is not the cheapest way to see Prague. But the fee covers the vehicle, instruction, safety equipment, guide, taxi transfers, and a route that would require considerable uphill walking. I see the price as fair for a first-time Segway experience, especially if you value convenience and want to cover several spread-out sights in one outing.

Learning the Segway before leaving Prague 6

You receive training before the ride begins. That is important even if you have used a Segway before, since the controls can feel unfamiliar for the first few minutes. You will want to feel comfortable stopping, turning, and keeping a steady pace before the group moves between sights.

The supplied helmet is required equipment, not an optional extra. Raincoats are available if the weather turns wet, and gloves are supplied during the winter season. Unlimited water and coffee are available at the meeting point, which is useful before or after the ride, though food and drinks during the tour are not included.

The group can contain up to 15 people. That size keeps the price below a private tour, though it also means the pace is shaped by the whole group. If you are anxious about riding, arrive ready to listen closely during the training. The guide’s attention is one of the tour’s strongest features, and Ivan’s friendly, helpful approach was specifically praised in the feedback.

You must bring an ID or passport. Children under 8, 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 comfortable shoes and suitable clothing are essential.

Strahov Monastery and its famous library

Strahov Monastery is the first major stop. Founded in 1143, it is the oldest Premonstratensian monastery in Bohemia and one of the Czech Republic’s important architectural sights.

The complex includes the famous Strahov Library, the Strahov Gallery, and the Museum of National Literature. The monastery was restored after 1990, giving the site renewed importance as both a working religious place and a cultural attraction.

The scheduled visit here is about 10 minutes, with no admission ticket included or required for this brief exterior stop. That short pause lets you see the setting and hear the basic story from the guide, but it is not enough time for a full visit to the library, gallery, or museum. If the library is high on your Prague wish list, plan a separate visit.

That limitation is worth understanding before booking. The tour gives you a broad look at the area, not a detailed monastery tour. I like this approach for a first introduction, since it lets you see several locations in one ride. If your main goal is art, architecture, or historic interiors, you will need more time elsewhere.

The vast scale of Strahov Stadium

From the monastery, the ride continues to Strahov Stadium, also known as Masaryk Stadium. It is often described as one of the largest stadiums in the world, with a former capacity of 280,000 people, including 96,000 seats.

The scale is difficult to grasp from a small photograph. The total area covers about 63,000 square meters, roughly the size of nine football pitches. The stadium began as a venue for mass gymnastics festivals held by the Sokol movement. In 1926, it consisted mainly of a sandy exercise area, earth banks, and wooden stands. It was rebuilt and enlarged several times afterward.

You get about 10 minutes here. That is enough to take in the size, hear how the site developed, and understand why this unusual place is part of Prague’s cultural story. It is not a conventional stadium visit, and the tour does not include a ticket or an interior event.

I find this stop valuable because it breaks up the usual Prague sightseeing pattern. The city is known for churches, bridges, and baroque facades, but Strahov Stadium reflects mass sport and twentieth-century history. It is also a good place to appreciate how much open space exists outside the central districts.

Ladronka Park and a more local side of Prague

The route then reaches Ladronka Park, a popular open area used by pedestrians, cyclists, and inline skaters. Its illuminated track runs for 4.2 kilometers, making it especially well suited to outdoor recreation.

Ladronka is not just a modern park. The nearby homestead dates from a site once linked to vineyards around Prague. Charles IV encouraged vineyards in the area, and Italian Count Philipp Ferdinand de la Crone bought land near the village of Motol in 1688. His surname was later simplified into forms that helped produce the name Ladronka.

The park also hosts events such as Ladronkafest and the Witches in Ladronka celebration. Your stop lasts about 10 minutes, so you will not explore every path or event area. Still, the setting gives you a welcome change from Prague’s stone streets and packed sightseeing lanes.

For me, this is one of the route’s most useful stops. You get a look at how residents use the city for exercise and festivals, rather than seeing Prague only as a collection of historic buildings. The Segway also makes sense here, since the park’s open paths offer more comfortable riding conditions than the narrow streets around the Old Town.

Brevnov Monastery and the Benedikt beer tradition

Brevnov Monastery is the oldest monastery in the Czech Republic, founded in 993. It is protected as a national cultural monument and includes Saint Margaret Basilica, Margaret Garden, a Romanesque crypt from the 11th century, and a baroque prelature with the Terezian Hall.

The monastery also has the country’s oldest beer-brewing tradition. Beer called Benedikt is brewed there, connecting the religious complex with a long-running local craft. That detail gives the stop a distinctly Czech flavor, even though beer tasting is not included in the tour.

The planned stop is about 10 minutes. You can see the setting and receive an introduction to the basilica and monastery grounds, but the short schedule does not allow a full exploration of the crypt, prelature, or gardens. Consider the stop an orientation. If you want to enter the buildings or sample Benedikt beer, you will need to arrange that separately.

Brevnov is especially appealing if you enjoy places that still feel connected to daily city life. It is older than Strahov, less tied to the standard central Prague route, and gives the tour a strong historical finish.

One hour to see Prague 6 by Segway

About an hour of the experience is devoted to riding through Prague 6. This is where the tour earns its name. The monuments are useful anchors, but the real pleasure comes from moving between them on a personal transporter.

You avoid the long uphill walk to Strahov and the tiring connections between the monastery, stadium, park, and Brevnov. That makes the tour a smart choice if you want to see more than one outer district sight without committing to a full day of walking.

The guide explains the area as you go, and audio guides are available in German, Spanish, French, Italian, and Russian. English-speaking guiding is included. The language options make the tour easier to follow for mixed-language groups, though you should confirm the audio guide arrangement when booking if language support is important to you.

A Segway is not silent, private transportation. You are part of a group, and you need to follow the guide’s instructions and remain alert. The ride is best enjoyed as an active sightseeing experience, not as a passive way to sit back and watch Prague go by.

Timing, comfort, and weather concerns

The advertised duration is about 1.5 to 2 hours. Morning and afternoon departures let you fit the ride around a castle visit, lunch, or an evening performance. Since the tour is often booked well in advance, with an average booking time of 97 days, reserve early if your Prague dates are fixed.

Dress for the conditions and wear shoes you can control a Segway in. The tour operates outdoors, and poor weather can lead to cancellation. If that happens, you are offered another date or a full refund.

Free cancellation is available if you cancel at least 24 hours before the start time. Cancellations or changes made inside that window are not refunded or accepted. Those rules are reasonable, but the weather requirement means you should avoid placing the tour at the very end of a tightly packed Prague stay.

Who will get the most from this ride

I would recommend this tour to you if you want to cover several outer-city sights with limited walking. It works well for first-time Segway riders, couples, families with children old enough to participate, and active visitors who prefer parks and unusual landmarks to another circuit of central squares.

It is also a good fit if you have already seen Prague Castle and Charles Bridge. Prague 6 gives you a different sense of the city, and the route includes the striking contrast of old monasteries, a giant stadium, and a recreational park.

You may want another type of tour if you dislike balance-based vehicles, need a slow indoor sightseeing pace, or want extensive time inside the monasteries. The 10-minute stops are short by design. You will see more places, but you will not study each one in detail.

The high rating and 98 percent recommendation rate suggest that the combination of personal attention, easy transport, and fun riding works very well for many people. The strongest praise centers on the guide’s kindness and assistance, with Ivan named as someone who helped make the ride enjoyable. That human element matters, especially when you are learning a new vehicle in a group.

Should you book the PragueWay Segway tour?

Book it if you want a lively way to reach Strahov, Brevnov, Ladronka, and the remarkable Strahov Stadium without spending the day on foot. The free taxi transfer removes a major hassle, and the small-group format gives you more support than a large city tour.

Skip it if your priority is detailed monastery interiors, a beer tasting, or a long architectural walk. For $70.94, you are paying for movement, convenience, equipment, guidance, and access to a less familiar part of Prague. If that sounds like your kind of sightseeing, this is a well-priced and enjoyable addition to a Prague visit.

FAQ

Where does the Segway tour begin?

The meeting point is Mostecká 53/4 in Malá Strana, Prague 1. The tour also ends back at this meeting point.

Is taxi transportation included?

Yes. Free taxi transportation is provided from the meeting point to the Segway starting location and back again after the tour.

How long does the experience last?

The tour lasts approximately 1.5 to 2 hours. Around one hour is spent riding through Prague 6, with brief stops at the main sights.

What equipment is provided?

Training and a helmet are included. Raincoats are available in rainy weather, and gloves are supplied during the winter season. Unlimited water and coffee are available at the meeting point.

Are other languages available besides English?

The tour includes an English-speaking guide. Audio guides are available in German, Spanish, French, Italian, and Russian.

Who cannot ride a Segway on this tour?

Children under 8, pregnant women, people over 264 pounds or 120 kilograms, and anyone under the influence of alcohol or drugs are not permitted to ride.

Can I cancel for a full refund?

Yes. You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the experience begins. If bad weather causes the operator to cancel, you are offered another date or a full refund.