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

Prague’s hilltop monasteries are rewarding, but reaching them on foot means a long uphill push. This tour solves that neatly: you learn to ride a Segway, then glide through Prague 6, far from the tight lanes and crowds of the historic center. I like the free taxi transfer and the chance to see places many first-time visitors skip. I also like the small-group format, capped at 15 people, which gives your guide room to help.

The main catch is that you are not spending the full tour inside the monasteries. Most stops are short, and admission is not included. You also need comfortable shoes, suitable clothing, and decent weather.

Key points at a glance

• Free taxi transfer: Ride from the Malá Strana meeting point to the Segway starting area and back without arranging your own transport.
• Four distinct sights: See Strahov Monastery, the enormous Strahov Stadium, Ladronka Park, and Brevnov Monastery.
• A quieter side of Prague: The route uses Prague 6, since Segways were banned in Prague 1 in 2016.
• Small-group instruction: Training, a helmet, and an English-speaking guide are included, with a maximum of 15 participants.
• Useful extras: Water and coffee are available at the meeting point, with raincoats and winter gloves supplied when needed.
• Strong overall rating: The experience is rated 4.9 out of 5 from 131 reviews, with 98 percent recommended.

Why this Segway route works beyond Prague’s center

This is not a standard Old Town sightseeing circuit. The route heads west from Malá Strana into Prague 6, a district where broad parks, monasteries, and open spaces make far more sense for a Segway.

That matters because Prague’s central streets are crowded, narrow, and not suitable for every kind of personal transport. Segways were banned in Prague 1 in 2016, so this tour takes advantage of a part of the city where you can ride more comfortably and cover more ground.

I like the basic idea: you do not spend your energy climbing toward Strahov, and you do not need to work out Prague’s bus or tram connections before the tour. A taxi takes you from Mostecká 53/4 in Malá Strana to the riding area, then returns you to the same meeting point at the end.

The tour lasts about 90 minutes to two hours, depending on the day’s timing and operation. Morning and afternoon departures make it easier to fit around a castle visit, a museum, or an evening meal.

Learning to ride before the hills begin

Your guide provides training before the ride, along with a helmet. That is important even if you have used a Segway before, since the controls and balance can feel unfamiliar for the first few minutes.

The small-group limit of 15 people is reasonable for a moving activity. You should still expect a group rather than a private lesson, but the guide can offer personal help during the introduction and along the route.

An English-speaking guide leads the tour. Audio guides are also available in German, Spanish, French, Italian, and Russian. The supplied information does not name a regular guide for every departure, but one Italian-language review specifically praises Ivan for his help, friendliness, and availability throughout the ride. That gives you one useful clue about the service style, but guide assignments can vary.

Water and coffee are available without limit at the meeting point. Raincoats are provided if the weather turns wet, and gloves are supplied in winter. These are small touches, but they help when you are preparing for an outdoor activity.

Strahov Monastery, Prague’s first major stop

Strahov Monastery was founded in 1143 by Premonstratensian monks. Its full name is the Royal Canonry of Premonstratensians at Strahov, and it remains one of the Czech Republic’s important architectural sights.

You get about 10 minutes here, with no admission ticket included. That timing is enough for an exterior look and a guide’s introduction, but it is not enough for a slow visit to the famous Strahov Library, the Strahov Gallery, or the Museum of National Literature.

This is the first point where you should set your expectations. The tour gives you orientation and context rather than a full monastery visit. If the library is high on your Prague wish list, plan a separate visit and check its opening arrangements independently.

The monastery was restored after 1990, and its long institutional history makes it a useful starting point for understanding Prague beyond the medieval center. You see a place tied to religion, art, literature, and architecture all at once, even if the stop itself is brief.

The Great Strahov Stadium and its staggering scale

The next stop is the Great Strahov Stadium, also called Masaryk Stadium. It was built for mass gymnastics festivals connected with the Sokol movement and is described as one of the largest stadiums in the world.

The numbers help explain why it feels unusual. The site covers about 63,000 square meters, roughly the area of nine football pitches. Its former capacity reached 280,000 people, including 96,000 seats.

You get around 10 minutes here. The appeal is not a polished sports venue or a conventional stadium tour. Instead, you are seeing a huge historic structure with an unusual purpose and an outsized connection to Czech public life.

The stadium was first developed in 1926 as a sand exercise area with earth banks and wooden stands. It was rebuilt several times, with later additions including the west stands. Since 2003, it has been listed as a national cultural monument.

I like this stop because it breaks up the usual Prague pattern of churches, palaces, and pretty streets. It gives you a look at a very different kind of civic space. If you want a detailed architectural tour or access to every part of the stadium, the short visit may feel limited.

Ladronka Park and a more local pace

Ladronka Park gives the ride room to breathe. The area is popular with walkers, cyclists, and especially inline skaters, thanks to a 4.2-kilometer illuminated track.

The park also hosts cultural events, including Ladronkafest and the Witches in Ladronka celebration. You may not encounter an event during your tour, but the park’s layout helps explain why it is used by local residents for recreation rather than only sightseeing.

The site has an older agricultural story, too. It once had a vineyard press, linked to the vineyards planted around Prague at the request of Charles IV. In 1688, Italian Count Philipp Ferdinand de la Crone bought land near the village of Motol. His surname was simplified over time to forms including Lacrone and Ladrone, giving the homestead its name.

You spend about 10 minutes here. That is enough to appreciate the open setting and hear the background, but not enough to explore every path or settle in for a long park visit. For me, this is one of the tour’s practical strengths: you get a change of pace after the built-up monastery and stadium stops.

Brevnov Monastery and the oldest Czech monastery tradition

Brevnov Monastery was founded in 993, making it the oldest monastery in the Czech lands. The complex includes the Baroque Saint Margaret Basilica, an 11th-century Romanesque crypt, the Margaret Garden, and a Baroque prelature with the Terezian Hall.

The monastery is protected as a national cultural monument. It also has a long brewing tradition, and its Benedikt beer is produced under the supervision of monastery brewery technologists. That detail gives the site a useful connection to everyday Czech culture, not just religious architecture.

As with Strahov, the visit is scheduled for about 10 minutes. You should expect a guided look and an explanation of the complex, not a full interior tour of every building. Admission is not included, so budget separately if you want to return for a longer visit.

Brevnov may be the most rewarding stop for anyone interested in old monastic life, church architecture, and Czech brewing. It also feels different from the more famous sights near Prague Castle, which is exactly why the route is worthwhile.

What the free taxi transfer adds

The taxi transfer is more than a minor convenience. The meeting point is at Mostecká 53/4 in Malá Strana, but the Segway route takes place in Prague 6. Without the transfer, you would need to find your own way between the two areas.

The included ride helps protect the tour’s short duration. You are not spending the first part of the experience figuring out a connection, and you return to the same central meeting point afterward.

This also makes the tour easier to combine with other plans. You can begin in Malá Strana, see the hilltop sights, and finish where you started. Still, allow some flexibility around the advertised 90 minutes to two hours, especially if your next booking has a fixed start time.

Is $70.94 a fair price?

At $70.94 per person, this is not the cheapest way to see Prague. You are paying for the Segway equipment, instruction, helmet, guide, taxi transport in both directions, and the convenience of a planned route.

The value is strongest if you want to see several outlying sights in a short period. Hiring your own taxi, learning the route, and arranging a separate Segway rental would take time and may not save much once transport and instruction are counted.

The value is weaker if you mainly want to enter Strahov Library or explore Brevnov Monastery in detail. The tour offers short visits, and food and drinks during the ride are not included, apart from the water and coffee at the meeting point.

I would treat the price as a payment for access and efficiency rather than admission to a long list of interiors. You cover more ground than you would comfortably manage on foot, while a guide supplies the basic historical setting.

Who should book this ride?

I would recommend it most strongly to adults, older children who meet the age requirement, and anyone who likes seeing a city by moving through it rather than walking from one indoor attraction to another.

It is particularly useful for you if:

• You have already seen Prague’s main central sights.
• You want to explore outside Prague 1.
• You enjoy a little novelty and are willing to learn a new vehicle.
• You prefer a guided route rather than planning local transport.
• You have limited time and want several different sights in one outing.
• You are traveling with teenagers who may enjoy the Segway more than another church interior.

Children under eight cannot ride. Pregnant women, anyone weighing over 264 pounds, or anyone under the influence of alcohol or drugs is not permitted to participate. Most people can take part, but you should bring an ID or passport and wear comfortable shoes.

Because this is an outdoor activity, weather matters. If poor weather forces cancellation, you can choose another date or receive a full refund. You can also cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the start time. Changes or cancellations made within 24 hours are not accepted for a refund.

How to make the most of the route

Wear shoes that give you a steady footing. Dress for the forecast rather than relying only on the supplied raincoat, since you will be outside at parks and monastery grounds.

Bring your ID or passport. Keep your schedule slightly open after the tour, since the stated duration ranges from one and a half to two hours.

If Strahov Library, the Romanesque crypt, or the Saint Margaret Basilica is a priority, use this ride as an introduction and return independently for a longer visit. The short stop format is ideal for seeing the wider district, but it cannot replace a dedicated monastery visit.

I would also choose the departure that best matches your energy level. A morning ride leaves the afternoon open for Prague Castle or the Old Town. An afternoon ride can work well after a slow morning in Malá Strana.

Should you book the PragueWay Segway tour?

Book it if you want a practical way to reach Strahov, Brevnov, Ladronka, and the Great Strahov Stadium without a long uphill walk. The free taxi, equipment, guide, and small-group format make the $70.94 price easier to justify, especially for a first visit to Prague 6.

Skip it if your main goal is lengthy interior sightseeing or a relaxed monastery visit. This is a moving overview, with roughly 10 minutes at the major stops and about an hour devoted to riding through the district.

For the right kind of visitor, the appeal is simple: you try a Segway, cover an outlying part of Prague, and see a side of the city that most central itineraries leave out. The 4.9 rating from 131 reviews and 98 percent recommendation rate support its reputation, while the short stops and weather dependence are the practical limits to keep in mind.

FAQ

Where does the Segway tour start and end?

The tour starts at Mostecká 53/4 in Malá Strana, Prague 1. It ends back at the same meeting point.

How long does the experience last?

The tour lasts approximately one and a half to two hours.

Is taxi transport included?

Yes. Free taxi transport is provided from the meeting point to the Segway starting area and back again at the end.

What languages are available?

An English-speaking guide leads the tour. Audio guides are available in German, Spanish, French, Italian, and Russian.

Who cannot ride a Segway on this tour?

Children under eight, pregnant women, people over 264 pounds or 120 kilograms, and anyone under the influence of alcohol or drugs cannot ride.

What happens if bad weather cancels the tour?

If poor weather causes cancellation, you can select a different date or receive a full refund. You can also cancel at least 24 hours before the start time for a full refund.