Segways and monasteries, in one practical loop. This PragueWay ride is interesting because it pairs park-and-hidden-area cruising with serious sights at Strahov and Břevnov, plus stories from young guides who keep things moving. The pace feels built for first timers too, since you start with training and then glide through greener Prague rather than getting stuck in traffic puzzles.

Two things I like a lot are the way the stops are chosen and the way the guides work the details. You hit the Strahov Library and its manuscript vault, then later you end up at Břevnov, where Prague’s brewing tradition is right there in front of you. And if your guide is the kind people mention, like Dave or Andrew, you get clear, friendly explanations that make the history easier to remember.

One possible drawback: this is not a Prague 1, Old Town heavy route. Because Segways are not allowed in parts of Prague 1, you spend more time around Prague 6 and park paths, which some people will love and others expecting famous postcard streets might not.

Key highlights you’ll feel right away

• Oldest Segway company in Prague means you’re likely in established hands
• Free taxi transport takes the hassle out of getting to the Segway start point
• Strahov Library stops include the kind of facts you want to repeat later
• Břevnov Monastery and Benedikt brewing give you a beer stop with real context
• Small group cap (15) keeps the ride less crowded and easier for beginners
• Rain planning includes raincoats, so weather is less of a dealbreaker

Getting started at Mostecká 53/4, then learning fast

The meeting point is at Mostecká 53/4 in Malá Strana (Prague 1), and the tour ends right back there. What helps immediately is the included free taxi transport from the meeting spot to the Segway area and back again. You skip the awkward part of figuring out where to park, and you arrive ready to ride.

You’ll get training, and that matters more than people think. Segways feel intuitive once you’re up and rolling, but the first minutes can still feel a bit new. The tour also runs with a maximum of 15 people, so you’re not fighting for space while learning control.

A small bonus for comfort: at the meeting point there’s unlimited water and coffee, plus they hand out raincoats if the weather looks sketchy, and gloves in winter season. In February or shoulder season, this is the difference between enjoying the ride and spending the tour thinking about your hands.

The tour operates in English, and it uses audio guides in several languages if you want them. You get the mobile ticket too, so you’re not juggling paper at the start.

Strahov Klášter: monastery main room, library halls, and the manuscript story

Your first major stop is Strahov Monastery, technically the Royal Canonry of Premonstratensians at Strahov, founded in 1143. This isn’t just a quick photo stop. You get the chance to see the restored monastery complex after 1990, plus the Museum of National Literature connection, and the famous library side of things.

The big reason Strahov works on a Segway tour is that it adds weight and meaning to the ride. You’re not only moving through parks, you’re learning why these hills and buildings mattered.

Here’s what stands out if you’re paying attention during the talk:

• The Strahov Library is described as one of the best preserved historical libraries in the Czech Republic.
• It holds over 200,000 books, including 3,000+ manuscripts and 1,500 originals stored in a special depository.
• Inside, the library is organized into two main halls, the Theological Hall and the larger Philosophical Hall, with a connecting corridor.

The stop is listed as about 20 minutes, and that’s about right for keeping the energy up. You’ll leave with names and numbers that make the monastery feel real, not just pretty.

One practical note: since the library portion can be visually detailed, wear shoes you’re comfortable standing in. Don’t plan on running from one end of the hall to the other. Think slow and absorb.

Strahov Stadium: why this “sand-and-stands” place still feels huge

Next up is Strahov Stadium, also referred to as the Great Strahov Stadium or Masaryk Stadium. Even if you’ve never heard of it, the scale grabs you. It’s listed as, according to some sources, the largest stadium in the world, with an old capacity number of 280,000 (including about 96,000 seats). It’s also registered as a national cultural monument since 6 March 2003.

What makes this stop more than trivia is the variety of use it’s had:

• It was originally built for gymnastics festivals linked to the Sokol Movement.
• The early layout was more modest, with sand exercise space, earth banks, and wooden stands.
• Later, it was reconstructed and expanded for national Spartakiades, with up to 33,000 gymnasts exercising at its peak.
• It also hosted big concerts, with names like The Rolling Stones, Guns N’ Roses, and Pink Floyd listed.

The stop is short, about 10 minutes, so you won’t have time to wander on your own. Plan to listen while you’re there, because the stadium story explains why the structure still dominates the area.

If you’re a sports fan, you’ll probably want a few extra minutes. If you’re not, just treat it as a dramatic pause between monastery and park cruising. Either way, it adds local texture that you don’t get from the usual Old Town route.

Ladronka Park: the ride-friendly break with events and in-line skating

Then you head to Park Ladronka, a popular Prague homestead area with a pedestrian and cyclist focus. What I’d call the “why this matters” part is how it shapes your Segway experience. Instead of bouncing around where foot traffic is intense, you’re in an environment meant for movement, including in-line skaters.

Ladronka is famous for a long illuminated track, listed as 4.2 km. The tour time here is short, around 10 minutes, but the guide framing is what makes it memorable.

There are also cultural events associated with the park, including Ladronkafest and Čarodějnice na Ladronce. The tour’s quick visit is enough to show you how locals use the space, not just how tourists pass through it.

Historically, the area ties back to vineyards. There was a vineyard press here because vineyards surrounded the place in the time of Charles IV’s wishes. Later, Italian Count Philipp Ferdinand de la Crone bought the land in 1688, and his surname was later simplified, leading to the Ladronka name.

If you’re riding in cooler months, this park stop is also where rain and wind can hit. Luckily, you’ve already been set up with rain protection if needed.

Břevnov Monastery and the beer moment at Praha 993

Your biggest cultural anchor comes at Břevnov Monastery in the Břevnov quarter. It’s listed as the oldest Czech monastery, founded in 993, and protected as a national cultural monument. You’ll see the Saint Margaret Basilica, the Romanesque crypt dating back to the 11th century, and the baroque prelature with the Terezian Hall.

Here’s the brewery angle that makes this tour different from standard Segway sightseeing. The monastery has the oldest beer brewing tradition in the Czech Republic, brewing Benedikt. The tour notes that this recipe, under supervision of monastery brewing technologists, has even been brewed under the brand Praha 993 in South Korea since 2017.

The stop is listed as about 20 minutes. That’s not long, but it’s enough to get a solid feel for why the place is revered, especially when the guide connects the architecture to the brewing tradition.

About the beer: the highlight calls out a beer sampling. At the same time, the tour data says alcoholic beverages, including beer, are not included in the tour price, and you can buy it locally. So the safe way to think about it is this: you’re going to the source, and you may get the chance to try it, but you should budget for buying any drinks rather than assuming it’s free.

A final detail that adds personality is the monastery garden, including Margaret Garden and a summer house called Vojtěška with a chapel above a natural spring tied to the monastery’s founding.

Kajetánka and Prague 6 riding: what you’ll notice and what you won’t

At some point on the ride, you’ll also pass Kajetánka, a former court and later a monastery complex in Prague-Břevnov. The data says the premises are dilapidated and under extensive reconstruction into a housing estate. That means your experience here is likely more about understanding the site’s past rather than expecting a fully restored visitor attraction.

This tour then leans into Prague 6. The key clue is that Segways are banned in Prague 1, so this route steers you into other neighborhoods and park paths. For many people, this is a win. Prague 6 feels like a quieter, more local side of town, and the Segway makes it easy to cover ground without the fatigue of long walks.

One practical point: the ride time on the Segway itself may not be as long as you’d think from the total duration. It’s listed as around 2 hours 30 minutes to 3 hours, and on a similar small-group setup, you might find you get about 1.5 hours of actual Segway time. That’s still enough to feel the fun, but it also means you should treat the historical stops as equal partners, not just breaks from riding.

If you came for postcard scenes of Old Town, you might feel a gap. The trade-off is that you get better Segway conditions and a more focused story in these monastery and park areas.

Guide quality, small-group energy, and handling awkward weather

This is where PragueWay’s tour style really pays off. The experience is designed for newcomers, and the guides tend to combine practical guidance with clear storytelling. People specifically name guides like Freddy, Dave, Ivan, David, and Andrew as strong fits.

You can expect a few classic guide moves:

• Quick setup so you feel safe on the Segway fast
• Explanations that connect what you’re seeing to why it matters locally
• Attention to pacing so beginners are not left behind

One caution that’s real, even if the guide manages it well: Segways can be controversial in some areas. The tour’s routing avoids parts of Prague 1 where Segways are banned, which helps. Still, you might run into pedestrians who are strongly opposed to seeing Segways in shared paths. A good guide handles the situation calmly and keeps the group moving, but it can change the vibe.

Weather is the other big factor. One guide story mentions planning ahead with rain gear, and the group ended up in a rainstorm with hail, with the guide navigating through it. The important part for you is that the tour provides raincoats and also includes cold-season help like gloves. Bring layers anyway, because protection is not magic.

Price and value: does $73.80 make sense?

At $73.80 per person, this tour lands in the “worth considering” zone, not the cheapest category. Here’s how I’d judge the value based on what’s included:

You get:

• Training and a guided Segway experience
• Free taxi transport to and from the Segway starting point
• English speaking guide
• Audio guides in multiple languages
• Raincoat and gloves in winter season
• Unlimited water and coffee at the meeting point

You also get meaningful stops:

• Strahov Monastery and its Strahov Library context with manuscript scale
• Strahov Stadium with its Sokol and Spartakiad connections and famous concert history
• Ladronka Park with a long skating track and event culture
• Břevnov Monastery with the brewing tradition behind Benedikt

What you don’t get in the base price is alcoholic beverages, even though the tour spotlights the beer tradition. So the true cost can rise if you buy a drink, which is normal and honest for this kind of stop.

Overall, the value is strongest if you want Segway fun plus real Prague context in one half-day. If you only care about one or two photo stops, you might find a simpler walking tour cheaper. But if you like transportation included, plus the chance to see monastery grounds without turning it into a long endurance hike, this price usually feels fair.

Should you book PragueWay’s Segway parks tour?

Book it if you want a Segway experience that prioritizes parks, monastery stops, and guided explanations over chasing Old Town crowds. The route through Prague 6 makes sense if you like quieter paths, and the Strahov and Břevnov stops give you enough structure to feel like the time has a payoff.

Skip it if Old Town monuments are your top goal. Since Segways are not allowed in Prague 1, this tour is naturally geared away from that area, and you’ll likely be trading famous postcard streets for monastery gardens and park riding.

Also think about this if you’re very sensitive to mixed opinions about Segways on public paths. A good guide can manage it, but you should be mentally ready for the possibility of some friction.

If you’re flexible and you dress for the weather, this is a fun way to see a different Prague side, while still leaving with specific stories you can tell later.

FAQ

How long is the Segway tour in Prague?

It’s listed as about 2 hours 30 minutes to 3 hours.

Is the tour offered in English?

Yes, it’s offered in English.

Where does the tour start and end?

It starts and ends at Mostecká 53/4, Malá Strana, 118 00 Praha-Praha 1, Czechia.

What’s included in the price?

Training, English speaking guide, audio guides (available in German, Spanish, French, Italian, and Russian), raincoat in case of rain, gloves in winter season, unlimited water and coffee at the meeting point, and free taxi transport from the meeting spot to the Segway point and back.

Is beer included?

No. Alcoholic beverages are not included in the tour price. You can buy beer at local breweries.

How big is the group?

The tour has a maximum of 15 travelers.

Who cannot ride the Segway?

Children under age 8, pregnant women, people over 264 pounds (120 kg), people under the influence of alcohol or drugs are not allowed to ride.

What audio guide languages are available?

Audio guides are available in German, Spanish, French, Italian, and Russian.

Will the tour run in bad weather?

It requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Do I need ID or a passport?

Yes, you should take an ID or passport with you.