Budapest: City Segway Tour Buda & Pest Top Sights Guide

Summary

Segway across Budapest’s castles, bridges, and lively streets

You’ll glide through Budapest’s grand avenues and hidden corners by Segway, pausing at Parliament, Buda Castle, Fisherman’s Bastion, and more. Expect laughs with your guide during training, fresh air along the Danube, and a new way to see both sides of this city — sometimes fast, sometimes slow enough to notice small things you’d miss on foot.

What’s the experience like?

Hands gripping the Segway handles tighter than I’d admit, I wobbled for the first few meters outside the shop in Pest. Our guide, Ádám, grinned and promised we’d all be pros by the time we reached Heroes’ Square. He wasn’t wrong — after a few awkward circles (and one near miss with a pigeon), suddenly it clicked. The city opened up in front of us, wide boulevards and that strange mix of old Austro-Hungarian grandeur and neon storefronts. There was this moment on Andrássy Avenue where the air smelled like fresh pastry drifting out of a bakery — I almost veered off just following my nose.

We zipped past St. Stephen’s Basilica, its dome catching the late morning light, then paused at Parliament where Ádám told us about the bullet holes still visible from ’56 if you look close enough. It’s wild how the Danube splits everything — Buda rising up with its castle and tangled hills on one side, Pest flat and busy on the other. Crossing Elisabeth Bridge felt like floating above it all for a second; you could hear tram bells somewhere below and someone playing violin near the riverbank. At Fisherman’s Bastion we parked our Segways (which is trickier than you’d think) and just stood there, wind tugging at our jackets, looking out over rooftops scattered like puzzle pieces.

I didn’t expect to laugh so much — especially not when trying to pronounce “Hősök tere” at Heroes’ Square (Ádám winced but didn’t judge). We stopped for photos under those stone archways at Vajdahunyad Castle; someone in our group tried to photobomb with their helmet still half-on. The tour kept moving but never felt rushed. Sometimes I’d lag behind just to listen: kids yelling on Margaret Island, water lapping against the quay near Shoes on the Danube Bank. There was a raincloud threatening over Gellért Hill but it held off until we were nearly done — lucky break.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Budapest Segway City Tour Highlights

• Receive Segway training
• Visit Museum of Military History
• Explore Buda Castle
• See Fisherman's Bastion
• Ride past Matthias Church
• View St. Stephen's Basilica
• Ride along Andrássy Avenue
• Stop at Hungarian State Opera House
• Cross Chain Bridge
• Visit House of Parliament
• See Shoes on the Danube Bank
• Explore Elisabeth Bridge
• Visit Gellert Hill and Citadella
• Stop at Gellért Thermal Bath
• Ride past Heroes' Square
• Visit Vajdahunyad Castle
• See Central Market Hall
• Ride on Margaret Island
• View Budapest Eye

Top questions

How long does the Budapest Segway tour last?

The tours range from 1 to 3 hours depending on your chosen option.

Is Segway training included before starting?

Yes, there is a 15-20 minute training session included before you start riding through Budapest.

What main sights are covered on this tour?

The tour covers top sights like Buda Castle, Parliament, Fisherman’s Bastion, St. Stephen’s Basilica, Heroes’ Square, Margaret Island, Vajdahunyad Castle and more.

Are helmets provided for the Segway tour?

Yes, helmets are compulsory and included in your booking price.

Is this tour suitable for beginners or kids?

The Segway tour is beginner-friendly with training included; children must weigh at least 35 kg and be at least 8 years old.

Does the Budapest Segway tour run in bad weather?

If needed gloves or raincoats are provided; tours generally run unless weather is severe.

Is there hotel pickup included?

No hotel pickup is mentioned; public transport options are nearby for easy access to the meeting point.

Are there any health restrictions for joining?

The tour isn’t recommended for pregnant travelers or those with spinal or cardiovascular issues.

What’s included

Your day includes full use of a Segway with helmet (and gloves or raincoat if needed), a friendly local guide who leads you through every stop from Parliament to Gellért Hill, plus photo breaks at all those classic Budapest spots. Training is part of the experience so even total beginners can join in without stress.