Prague: Segway Tour to Castle Views & Strahov Monastery Brewery

Summary

Segway rides past villas, castle views and monastery beer in Prague

You’ll ride Segways through leafy parks above Prague, catch panoramic castle views most tourists miss, and end up sampling fresh craft beers at Strahov Monastery’s brewery. Expect laughs with your local guide, glimpses into fancy neighborhoods, and time to relax with your group over drinks — it’s more fun than polished.

What’s the experience like?

The first thing I noticed was the smell of linden trees as we zipped out of the minibus — not what I expected before a Segway tour in Prague. Our guide, Pavel, handed out helmets and cracked a joke about “Czech traffic jams” (meaning squirrels). I’d never been on a Segway before, so my first few minutes were wobbly, but he was patient. It felt odd at first, gliding along winding park paths with the city somewhere below us — you could hear distant bells and sometimes a dog barking from one of those fancy houses. The local “Beverly Hills” is full of modern villas that look almost too perfect. Pavel pointed out Müller’s Villa and said it’s a classic example of functionalism — I pretended to know what that meant.

We didn’t actually go inside Prague Castle (turns out Segways aren’t allowed there), but we stopped at this spot where you get a wide-open view of the whole complex. The roofs looked like burnt caramel in the sun. There was this moment where everything went quiet except for some birds — I still think about that view when I hear church bells now. After that, we rolled up toward Strahov Monastery, which has been around since the 12th century. It smells faintly of old wood and brewing hops when you get close to the brewery part — honestly, after all that riding, a cold beer tasted better than any souvenir.

I tried to order in Czech (“pivo prosím”) and probably butchered it because Li from our group laughed so hard she almost spilled hers. The brewery is busy but not crowded; mostly locals chatting over foamy glasses. We had time to just sit outside and let our legs recover while Pavel told stories about monks making beer centuries ago — apparently they still use some original recipes? Anyway, if you’re looking for a day trip in Prague that skips the crowds and gives you weirdly good views (plus craft beer), this Segway tour is worth it. Just don’t expect to look cool your first five minutes on one of those things.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Segway tour to castle and brewery

• Meet at the meeting point
• Ride Segway through modern park
• See views of Prague Castle
• Visit Müller's Villa
• Explore Roman Catholic Church
• Discover local Beverly Hills area
• Visit Strahov Monastery
• Tour monastic brewery
• Sample craft beers at brewery

Top questions

Is hotel pickup included for this Prague Segway tour?

No hotel pickup, but transfer from the meeting point to the starting location is included.

Do we enter Prague Castle during the tour?

No, Segways aren’t allowed inside the castle area; you’ll see several great viewpoints instead.

Is this Segway tour suitable for kids?

Yes, kids aged 7+ and over 77 lbs (35 kg) can join with helmets provided.

How long does the entire activity take?

The tour itself doesn’t include transfer or training time; allow an extra 20-30 minutes overall.

Are drinks included at Strahov Monastery Brewery?

Tasting is possible at your own expense; unlimited water/coffee/tea are included at the office before departure.

What’s special about “Prague’s Beverly Hills” on this route?

You’ll pass modern villas and luxurious residences in one of Prague’s most exclusive neighborhoods.

Is public transportation nearby after finishing?

Yes, public transport options are available near both start and end points.

What’s included

Your day includes unlimited water, coffee or tea at the office before heading out by minibus transfer to your starting point; live guiding throughout; all helmet sizes provided for safety; plus time at Strahov Monastery Brewery where you can sample local craft beers before returning by minibus.