Segway Sunset Cruise in Edmonton: 2-Hour Riverfront Adventure

You'll climb 200 feet out of the river valley in two hours without pedaling or walking.

A 2-hour Segway tour departing from Louise McKinney Park on the North Saskatchewan River, gliding along the riverfront and ascending onto the banks of downtown Edmonton. The route passes the Alberta Legislature Building, ice district, Rogers Place, the neon sign museum and heritage trail, with a gelato stop included. An English-speaking guide leads the tour. Riders must be experienced on a Segway or book a clinic beforehand. Minimum age is 15.

Step-by-step itinerary

Segway tour along river and city

• Depart from RVAC headquarters
• Glide along North Saskatchewan riverfront
• Ascend river valley to downtown Edmonton
• View downtown and landmarks
• Stop to eat Pinocchio Gelato
• See Edmonton’s birthplace site
• View Walterdale bridge lights
• Return to RVAC headquarters

The experience

Louise McKinney Park sits on the banks of the North Saskatchewan River, and that's where your Segway adventure starts. You'll glide along the riverfront on the Trans Canada Trail, then ascend over 200 feet out of the river valley onto the banks of downtown Edmonton. The route takes in the Alberta Legislature Building and grounds, the ice district, Rogers Place, the neon sign museum and heritage trail. On the way back down into the valley, you'll see the lights of the Walterdale Bridge as you cruise back to the park.

This is an advanced riders only tour, which means you need to have ridden a Segway before. If you haven't, you'll need to book a clinic with the operator beforehand to learn. The tour includes your helmet and the use of the Segway itself. Midway through, you'll stop for gelato on the operator's dime at Pinocchio Gelato. You'll also see the historic original site marking Edmonton's birthplace along the river.

What’s included

• Helmet and Segway use.
• gelato stop at Pinocchio Gelato.
• English-speaking guide for the full 2 hours.

Before you book

Days and timesThursday and FridayDepartures at 18:00 and 20:00

Book up to12h before

AgesAdult (15 to 70 years) · Under 15: can't be booked

GroupUp to 6

Live guideEnglish

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

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 2 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortPublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by River Valley Adventure Company

Is this one for you?This tour demands Segway experience or a clinic beforehand, so it's built for riders ready to handle an advanced route that climbs steeply out of the river valley and covers ground quickly.

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Top questions

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

Do I need to know how to ride a Segway before I book this tour?

Yes, this is an advanced riders only tour. If you've never ridden a Segway before, you must book a clinic with the operator beforehand to learn. Once you've completed the clinic, you'll be ready for the sunset cruise.

What's included in the 2-hour tour?

The tour includes your helmet, the Segway itself, and a stop for gelato at Pinocchio Gelato. An English-speaking guide leads the entire route.

What landmarks will I see on this route?

You'll pass the Alberta Legislature Building and grounds, the ice district, Rogers Place, the neon sign museum and heritage trail. The tour also shows you the historic original site marking Edmonton's birthplace along the North Saskatchewan River, and you'll see the Walterdale Bridge lit up as you return to the park.

What's the minimum age for this tour?

Riders must be at least 15 years old to participate.

Where does the tour start and end?

The tour departs from and returns to RVAC headquarters in Louise McKinney Park on the banks of the North Saskatchewan River. Public transportation options are available nearby.