Prague Segway Tour – 3-hour Double Monastery & Brewery Tour

Prague’s best Segway territory is not the crowded Old Town. This tour takes you behind Prague Castle, up into quiet districts and monastery grounds where steep hills would make a walking tour tiring. You’ll see castle views, old villas, two monasteries, and two breweries, with time for photos and local stories along the way.

I like the small-group feel, with no more than 18 people, and the practical 5 to 10 minute training session before you ride. I also like the mix of sightseeing and beer history: Strahov and Břevnov give the outing more character than a simple monument checklist. The main catch is that you do not ride into Prague Castle itself, and food or drinks during the stops cost extra.

Key points to know before booking

• The route avoids central Prague’s busiest streets: Most of the riding takes place behind the castle, in Orechovka, Strahov, and Břevnov.
• Two monasteries and two breweries anchor the tour: Strahov is linked with brewing from the 14th or 15th century, while Břevnov claims the oldest monastery and brewery in the Czech Republic.
• You see Prague Castle from outside: Segways are not allowed inside the castle’s restricted area, but the route includes several castle viewpoints.
• Sebastian and René are useful names to request: Reviews specifically praise Sebastian’s local restaurant and bar tips, while René is praised for friendly, entertaining guiding.
• The price reflects the equipment and guide: At $114.14 per person, this is not a cheap sightseeing ride, but it covers three hours, training, guiding, photos, rain gear, and drinks at the office.
• Plan for age and weight limits: You must be at least 7 years old and weigh at least 77 pounds, or 35 kilograms.

Why this route works better than a standard central-city ride

A Segway is most useful in Prague when it helps you handle hills and reach districts that sit beyond the usual Old Town circuit. This tour uses that advantage well. Instead of spending three hours weaving through the busiest pedestrian streets, you head toward the area behind Prague Castle, where the route can include broad views, residential streets, parks, monasteries, and uphill sections.

You still get Prague’s famous architectural markers. The experience includes views toward Prague Castle and photo opportunities connected with Charles Bridge and the city. But the main theme is not a fast tour of every major sight. It is a ride through the western side of Prague, with monastery brewing traditions as the thread tying the stops together.

That makes the tour a good choice early in your visit. You get an overview of the city’s shape, learn which hills and districts matter, and can ask your guide for ideas about restaurants and bars. Sebastian is specifically praised for giving useful suggestions for the rest of a stay, which is the sort of practical local help that can add value beyond the three-hour ride.

The tour is offered in English. It has a maximum group size of 18, though the experience is also described as personalized with a private guide. I would clarify the exact group arrangement when booking if having a fully private ride matters to you.

Getting started at Maltezské Square

You meet at Euro Segway Prague, Maltezské Square 9 in Malá Strana. The meeting point is near public transportation, and the activity ends back there, so you do not need to arrange a second pickup across town.

The first five minutes are set aside for meeting and preparation. Then comes a 5 to 10 minute training session. This matters more than it may sound. If you have never used a Segway, the controls can feel unfamiliar at first, and a short practice period gives you a chance to get comfortable before the hills and longer stretches begin.

The guide also provides live commentary throughout the ride. Photos are included, and raincoats are available if needed. You also get unlimited water, tea, and coffee at the meeting point, which is useful before departure or after returning.

You should wear clothes suitable for a moving outdoor activity and bring weather protection if the forecast looks uncertain. The tour needs good weather, so poor conditions may lead to a different date or a full refund.

Prague Castle views without entering the castle

Prague Castle is one of the big visual rewards, but you do not enter the castle complex. Segways are restricted inside that area, so the route takes you to viewpoints instead.

This is an important distinction. If your main goal is to tour the castle interiors, see the cathedral from inside, or spend time in the castle courtyards, this activity will not replace a castle visit. You should plan that separately.

For sightseeing, though, outside views can be excellent. You get a sense of how the castle sits above the city, and the guide can connect the views with Prague’s long political and architectural story. The route also offers photo stops looking toward Charles Bridge and the city, including viewpoints you might not reach easily on foot.

The ride is particularly useful for people who want to see the castle area without spending the whole morning climbing Prague’s slopes. You do not get a full castle tour, but you do gain a wider view of the city around it.

Orechovka, Prague’s residential side

Old Orechovka is presented as the Beverly Hills of Prague, a nickname that signals a change from the medieval center. This part of the outing is about streets, villas, and the city’s more polished residential character.

The stop lasts about 15 minutes. That is enough for an orientation and a few photos, but not a long architectural inspection. You will not be wandering through every street or visiting private homes. Instead, the guide gives you a quick look at a district many first-time visitors would miss.

Villa Müller gets a shorter five-minute stop. The villa adds an architectural note to the ride, though the schedule suggests a brief exterior look rather than an extended visit. If you are passionate about modernist architecture, treat this as an introduction, not a full museum experience.

These stops work best as part of the wider route. They break up the ride and show that Prague is more than Gothic towers and baroque churches. The tradeoff is that the sightseeing is quick, so you should not expect long time at each building.

St. Norbert and the Strahov Monastery

The route then turns toward St. Norbert Church, built in the 19th century. The scheduled stop is about five minutes, so again, you are getting context and a look at the site rather than a lengthy church visit.

Strahov Monastery is one of the central stops, with about 15 minutes scheduled there. The monastery dates to the 12th century, and its brewery tradition is linked with the 14th century. That combination gives the tour a strong sense of place: this is not simply a modern tasting stop added to a sightseeing ride, but part of an old religious and brewing district.

The separate Strahov Monastery Brewery stop also lasts about 15 minutes. Food and drinks are not included in the tour price, so any beer or snack you choose to have is extra. That keeps the base cost clear, but you should carry a little spending money if you want to sample something instead of simply hearing about the brewing tradition.

The short timing means you need to keep moving. This is a sightseeing tour with brewery context, not a long pub visit. If you want a relaxed tasting session, you may prefer to return to the area later and spend more time on your own.

Břevnov, the oldest monastery and brewery stops

Břevnovský klášter is described as the oldest monastery in the Czech Republic. The stop lasts about 15 minutes, giving you time to see the setting and hear its place in Czech religious history.

The next stop is Břevnovský klášterní pivovar sv. Vojtěcha, described as the oldest brewery in the Czech Republic. The repeated focus on brewing is what gives this tour its identity. You are not simply passing a monastery for a photograph. You are seeing how religious institutions and beer production have been connected in Prague for centuries.

The brewery stop also lasts about 15 minutes. As at Strahov, the schedule favors a concise visit. You may learn about the brewing tradition and have the option to buy a drink, but the tour does not promise a full brewery tour, formal tasting, or included beer. Keep that in mind when comparing it with a dedicated brewery experience.

Břevnov also helps explain why the Segway is useful here. The ride links several sites that are spread across hilly western districts. On foot, the same route would take more effort and time, especially if you want to keep your energy for evening plans.

A final park stop and the value of the pace

The route includes a 10-minute park stop. The exact park is not specified, so you should view this as a pause and open-air break rather than a guaranteed major attraction.

Three hours is a sensible length for this kind of activity. Two hours can give you a taste of Prague by Segway, but the longer format allows the tour to reach both Strahov and Břevnov without rushing every part of the ride. One review specifically wished they had booked the three-hour version after taking a shorter tour.

The pace will still feel active. There are many stops, but several are only five or 15 minutes long. That suits you if you want variety and forward motion. It is less suitable if you prefer to sit in one monastery courtyard, study architecture at length, or linger over a beer.

How the guides shape the experience

The guide matters a great deal on a ride like this. You are moving through several districts, and the stories help turn a series of viewpoints into a connected visit.

Sebastian receives especially strong praise for making the ride enjoyable, explaining Prague clearly, and offering tips about restaurants and bars. He also used a mix of vehicles on some tours, including e-bikes and trikes, allowing the group to see more of town. Because the exact equipment can vary, you should expect the Segway as the core experience but ask the operator if a different vehicle arrangement is important to you.

René is praised for friendly guiding and for making the ride fun while covering the Old Town, Prague Castle area, and views from Petřín Hill on some outings. The detailed route provided for this experience focuses on the monastery and castle-side districts, so do not assume every ride follows precisely the same streets.

The reviews give the tour a five-star rating from 15 reviews, with 100 percent recommending it. That is encouraging, especially since the praise repeatedly centers on the guide, the views, and the ability to cover hills without becoming exhausted. Still, those ratings do not change the practical limits: sightseeing stops are short, drinks are extra, and the castle itself is outside the route restrictions.

Is $114.14 a fair price?

At $114.14 per person, this is a premium activity. You are paying for three hours of use of the Segway, training, an English-speaking guide, photos, raincoats if needed, and unlimited water, tea, and coffee at the meeting point. The group maximum is 18, and the ride covers districts that are awkward to connect on foot.

The value is strongest if you want a quick orientation, have limited time in Prague, or would rather not spend the day walking up and down hills. It is also stronger for people who appreciate a guide’s local suggestions. Sebastian’s restaurant and bar advice can be genuinely useful if you have several days left in the city.

The value is weaker if you mainly want entrance visits. The tour does not include Prague Castle admission, food, or drinks during the route. You are also paying for the ride and the guide rather than a long, detailed visit inside each monastery.

Group discounts may be available, so it is worth checking the total cost if you are booking for several people. Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the start time. Changes or cancellations inside that window are not accepted for a refund, and bad weather can result in a new date or full refund.

Who should book this Prague Segway tour?

I would choose this tour if you want to cover a lot of ground without arriving at dinner worn out. It suits first-time visitors, families with eligible children, couples, and anyone who likes a balance of city views, local stories, and light adventure.

It is also a good fit if you have already seen the Old Town and want a different side of Prague. The Orechovka villas, Strahov, Břevnov, castle views, and park stops give the ride a less obvious route than a standard central walking tour.

You need to be at least 7 years old and weigh at least 77 pounds, or 35 kilograms. The activity is not permitted for anyone under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or strong medicine. Most people can participate, but you should be comfortable taking part in a three-hour outdoor ride.

I would skip it if you want long interior visits, a serious beer tasting, or a fully private experience with no possibility of other people in the group. I would also avoid booking it as your only Prague sightseeing activity, since the castle interior and the city’s central sights still deserve separate time.

Should you book it?

Book this tour if your priority is efficient sightseeing with hills, views, and local guiding. The monasteries and breweries give it a clear theme, while the Segway makes the western districts easier to reach.

Before paying, confirm the group setup, ask which guide is scheduled if you hope for Sebastian or René, and remember that castle entry and drinks are not included. If that fits your plans, the three-hour version offers better value than a shorter ride because it reaches both monastery areas and gives you a fuller view of Prague beyond the center.

FAQ

Where does the Prague Segway tour begin and end?

It begins at Euro Segway Prague, Maltezské Square 9, Malá Strana, Prague 1. The activity ends back at the same meeting point.

How long does the tour last?

The tour lasts approximately three hours. The schedule includes stops ranging from five to 15 minutes, plus training before departure.

Is the tour offered in English?

Yes. The tour is offered in English and includes live guiding.

Can children join the Segway tour?

Yes, the minimum age is 7. Participants must also weigh at least 77 pounds, or 35 kilograms.

Does the tour enter Prague Castle?

No. Segways are restricted inside the castle area, so the tour provides views of Prague Castle from outside instead of entry.

Are food and drinks included?

Food and drinks during the tour are not included. Water, tea, and coffee are available without limit at the meeting point.

What happens if the weather is poor?

The experience requires good weather. If it is canceled because of poor conditions, you will be offered another date or a full refund. You can cancel for a full refund if you do so at least 24 hours before the start time.