VIP Prague Segway Tour Around Monastic Breweries

Prague’s monastery breweries give this Segway tour a fine hook: you roll from the old streets of Malá Strana toward places where Benedictine and Premonstratensian monks have long shaped the city’s story. The route also brings broad city views, parks, and the enormous Strahov Stadium into the picture.

I like the included practice run and the small maximum group of 10 people. I also like that the tour reaches Břevnov and Strahov, two places many first-time visitors miss when they stay close to Prague’s Old Town. The main caution is that beer is not included, and Břevnov may not always be open as expected.

• Monastery brewing with deep roots: Visit Břevnov, linked to the Czech Republic’s oldest documented brewery, and Strahov, founded in 1143.
• A moving sightseeing tour: A Segway covers ground quickly between Malá Strana, Sacré Coeur, Strahov, Ladronka, and Břevnov.
• A short training session comes first: You practice with the electric transporter before setting off.
• Strahov Stadium adds a surprise: The concrete stadium complex once held 250,000 people, including 56,000 seated.
• Beer costs extra: Buy beer at Břevnov Monastery rather than expecting tastings to be part of the $91.92 price.
• Check the Břevnov stop: One visitor was told it was closed for reconstruction, then found the restaurant and other buildings open two days later.

A Different Way to Reach Prague’s Monasteries

This is not a slow pub crawl through the center. It is a three-hour ride through Prague’s western districts, with beer and monastic history providing the theme. The Segway lets you cover more ground than you could comfortably walk in the same period, though it also changes the pace. You will be watching the route, handling the machine, and listening to the guide at the same time.

The tour begins at Mostecká 53/4 in Malá Strana. That location puts you near the Charles Bridge and gives the outing an easy starting point if you are already sightseeing in central Prague. The activity ends at the same meeting point, so you do not need to work out a separate return trip.

Before leaving, you receive a helmet and a practice run. That is important. A Segway is not difficult for most people to use, but it responds to shifts in your balance, and you should feel comfortable stopping and steering before heading onto the route. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended, which makes sense even on a ride-based tour because you may stand for much of the three hours.

The guide provides the Segway, safety equipment, and an optional raincoat. The group limit is 10, a useful size for instruction and keeping together on city streets and paths.

Břevnov Monastery and Beer Dating to 993

Břevnov Monastery is the most important beer stop on the route. The monastery was founded in 993 and remains connected with the Benedictine order. The setting gives the beer its meaning: you are not simply buying a local lager at a bar, but visiting a religious site where brewing has been part of the institution’s story for centuries.

The Břevnov Brewery is tied to the oldest documented brewery in the Czech Republic. Brewing stopped and started several times over the years, then resumed in 2011. That modern restart matters because the stop is not only about medieval origins. It also shows how an old brewing tradition can return in a present-day form.

Plan on about 30 minutes at Břevnov Monastery and another 30 minutes connected with the brewery. Beer is not included in the tour price, so bring money for anything you want to sample. The description presents the tour as including tastings, but the practical details say alcoholic drinks must be bought separately. I would treat the beer as an optional purchase, not a guaranteed part of your ticket.

There is one point to check before booking or setting out. A visitor was told that Břevnov was closed for reconstruction, but found the restaurant and other buildings open two days later. That does not prove the stop will always be available, but it does show that access information may not be perfectly clear. If Břevnov is the main reason you want this outing, confirm the current situation with Segway Point.

Strahov Monastery and the View Across Prague

Strahov Monastery gives the tour its second major monastic setting. Founded in 1143, it is the oldest Premonstratensian monastery in Bohemia and one of the country’s important architectural sites. The tour’s focus is the district and its setting, rather than a full indoor visit, so do not book this as a substitute for a dedicated Strahov Monastery tour.

The route lists Strahov as a sightseeing stop and allows time around the monastery area. You will also pass through the Strahov district, where the higher ground gives you a different view of Prague from the tightly packed center below. The route includes Park Sacré Coeur, adding green space and a break from the stone streets.

The Strahov brewing tradition is linked to beer made by monks since 1142. That date is a useful detail for anyone choosing between ordinary beer tasting and a tour with a clear historical theme. You get two monastic brewing stories in one outing, one connected with Břevnov’s foundation in 993 and another tied to Strahov’s foundation in 1143.

The tradeoff is time. Three hours sounds generous, but the period includes training, riding, stops, and guide commentary. You will get an introduction to the monasteries rather than a long architectural visit.

Strahov Stadium, Ladronka, and Park Hvězda

Strahov Stadium is one of the tour’s most unusual sights. It is described as the stadium with the largest area in the world, with capacity for 250,000 people, including 56,000 seated. Its concrete grandstands have been protected as cultural monuments since March 6, 2003.

You only spend a short time here, with the itinerary allowing five minutes at one point and 10 minutes at another. That tells you how to read the stop: it is a striking roadside sight and a chance for a quick explanation, not a full stadium visit. The scale is the attraction. Even a brief look helps you understand how different this complex is from Prague’s historic churches and narrow lanes.

The route also includes Ladronka Park and Park Hvězda. The supplied details do not promise a long stop or a special activity in either park, so think of them as part of the ride rather than separate attractions. Their value is the change of setting. You move from monasteries and urban streets into open park areas, then back toward the city’s historic quarters.

This mix makes the tour more varied than a simple brewery transfer. You get architecture, local history, parks, and a very large piece of 20th-century sporting infrastructure. If your main goal is to taste several beers, though, the sightseeing route may feel like a lot of time away from the glass.

What the $91.92 Price Really Covers

At $91.92 per person, the cost is not just paying for a drink. It covers about three hours, a professional guide, the Segway itself, a helmet, a practice session, and an optional raincoat. The guide also handles the route, which has value in a city where the stops are spread across several districts.

The price makes better sense if you want both transportation and explanation. Hiring a Segway gives you a quicker way to connect Malá Strana with Břevnov, Strahov, and the parks. You also avoid arranging several separate journeys during a half-day.

The value is weaker if you expect a large number of included beer samples. Alcoholic drinks are specifically excluded, and you buy beer at Břevnov yourself. The tour’s appeal rests on the combination of riding, sightseeing, and monastery context, not on an all-inclusive tasting menu.

The average booking point is 36 days ahead. That suggests you should reserve early if your Prague dates are fixed, especially since the group is capped at 10. The ticket is mobile, which keeps the arrival process simple.

Who Will Enjoy This Ride Most

I would choose this for someone who has already seen Prague’s central sights or wants a break from walking tours. It suits you if you like local history but prefer to experience it while moving through different neighborhoods. The Segway also helps connect stops that are too far apart for a relaxed walking route.

It is a good match for adults and older children who can take part in the practice session and follow the guide. Most people can participate, and service animals are allowed. Public transportation is nearby, which makes the starting point practical.

You should think twice if you want a quiet, slow visit inside the monasteries. The tour is active and vehicle-based. It also may not suit you if your main interest is drinking, since beer is an extra cost and the schedule includes several sightseeing stops.

Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included unless you select an option that includes them. Otherwise, you meet at Mostecká 53/4 and return there. Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the start time. Cancel later than that, and you will not receive a refund.

Practical Concerns Before You Reserve

The Břevnov access issue deserves the most attention. The tour depends on a stop that may have changing access conditions, and one visitor found the site open after being told it was closed for reconstruction. Ask for a current update if the brewery is central to your plans.

Also clarify the beer arrangement. The practical information says beer is not included and can be purchased at Břevnov Monastery. Budget separately for drinks, and do not assume that the $91.92 price covers tastings.

Wear shoes you can stand and walk in comfortably. You will be riding, but the tour still includes time off the Segway at monasteries and landmarks. A raincoat is available if needed, and a helmet is supplied.

The overall rating is 4 from three reviews, so there is not enough feedback to make a firm judgment about every guide or every departure. The one detailed complaint focused on the closed Břevnov stop, not on the Segway training or the route itself. That makes the operating details worth confirming rather than ignoring.

Should You Book the Monastery Brewery Segway Tour?

Book it if you want an active way to reach Prague’s western sights, like the idea of monastery beer, and are happy to pay separately for drinks. The practice session, small group, supplied equipment, and return to the starting point make the format easy to manage.

Skip it if you want a full brewery tour, a long indoor visit at Strahov, or guaranteed access to Břevnov without checking first. My best advice is to reserve this for a clear-weather half-day, confirm the Břevnov stop, and treat the beer as an optional add-on. With those expectations, the tour offers a useful mix of Prague history, parks, unusual sights, and a little Czech brewing culture.

FAQ

How long does the Prague monastery brewery Segway tour last?

The tour lasts approximately three hours.

Where does the tour start?

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

Where does the tour end?

The activity ends back at the meeting point on Mostecká.

Is beer included in the tour price?

No. Beer is not included, and you can buy it at Břevnov Monastery.

Are drinks included in the price of $91.92?

Alcoholic beverages are not included in the price.

What equipment is provided?

The tour provides an original Segway personal transporter, a helmet, and an optional raincoat.

Do I get to practice on the Segway first?

Yes. A practice run is provided before the tour begins.

How many people can join the tour?

The maximum group size is 10 people.

Can I cancel for a full refund?

Yes, if you cancel at least 24 hours before the experience begins. Cancellations within 24 hours are not refunded.