Vienna: Private Segway Tour Ringstrasse & Hofburg Palace

Three Hours on a Segway Beats Walking Vienna's Ringstrasse

You'll spend 25 minutes learning to operate your Segway, then glide through Vienna's most recognizable landmarks (the Ringstrasse, Hofburg Palace, the Rathaus, and the Old Town) with a private guide who customizes the route to your interests. The tour lasts three hours total and ends back where you started, helmet and Segway included.

Step-by-step itinerary

Private 3-hour Vienna Segway tour

• Meet guide in central Vienna
• Segway orientation and practice
• Ride along the Ringstrasse
• Cruise through public parks
• See Hofburg Palace and Rathaus
• Glide through Museum Quarter
• Explore Vienna Old Town lanes
• Learn about Vienna’s history
• End tour at start point

The experience

You're probably thinking a Segway sounds a bit silly until you're actually gliding down the Ringstrasse and realizing you've covered ground that would take twice as long on foot. The 3-hour private Segway tour in Vienna starts with a 25-minute orientation session where your guide walks you through the basics (how to lean, how to brake, how to not look ridiculous), and then you're off. It's just you, your guide, and the city moving past at a pace that lets you actually see it instead of just rushing between stops.

The route is yours to shape. Most people hit the Ringstrasse because it's the obvious choice, but your guide can pivot toward Hofburg Palace, the Rathaus building, the Museum Quarter, or the narrow lanes of Vienna's UNESCO-listed Old Town depending on what pulls you in. The guide knows the history (the architecture, the imperial backstory, the layers of the city), and delivers it while you're moving, which somehow makes it stick better than standing still listening to someone talk. You'll roll through tree-lined parks, past the grand facades that define Vienna's 150-year-old imperial character, and into corners most tourists miss because they're too busy walking.

The whole thing is private, so there's no waiting for a group to catch up or slowing down for someone nervous on the machine. You set the pace, you choose the stops, and if something catches your eye, you can linger. The Segway itself does the work (you're not pedaling or pushing, just balancing and steering), which is why it covers so much ground without leaving you wrecked by the end of the day.

What’s included

• Use of a personal Segway and helmet.
• 25-minute orientation and instruction session.
• three-hour private guided tour with a knowledgeable guide.
• customizable itinerary covering attractions such as the Ringstrasse, Hofburg Palace, the Rathaus, the Museum Quarter, and Vienna's UNESCO-listed Old Town.

Options for this experience

3 options

Guide in English or GermanAvailable from 1 Nov · 13:00

Guide in English or German09:15

Guide in English or German14:15

You pick the guide language when booking. Options with the same name differ in details you'll see when you pick a date.

You see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates & prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 09:15, 13:00 and 14:15

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AgesAdult (12 and older) · Under 12: can't be included in the booking

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and German

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsNo refund if you cancel.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Moderate physical levelPublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problems

Operated by Segway Tours - Vienna

Is this one for you?Best for travelers who want to cover Vienna's major landmarks without the pace of a walking tour and prefer a private guide who can adjust the route on the fly. The three-hour duration and customizable stops mean you see what matters to you without backtracking.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English and German.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. No refund if you cancel.

Do I need Segway experience to join?

No. The tour includes a 25-minute orientation session where your guide teaches you how to operate the machine before you start sightseeing.

Can I choose which sights to visit?

Yes. This is a private tour, so you can customize the itinerary with your guide. Most riders include the Ringstrasse, Hofburg Palace, and the Old Town, but you decide.

How long is the tour?

Three hours total, including the orientation session and all sightseeing.

What's included?

Use of a Segway, helmet, the 25-minute orientation, and a professional guide for the full three hours.

What's the minimum group size?

A minimum of two people per booking. Children must be at least 12 years old and accompanied by an adult.

Is there a weight limit?

Yes, riders must weigh no more than 250 pounds (114 kg).

Can I book a specific departure time?

Yes. You'll specify your preferred start time during checkout under Special Requirements.

Are there public transport options nearby?

Yes, public transportation is available near the meeting point in central Vienna.