Amsterdam: Segway City Tour with Museum Quarter & Jordaan

Summary

Segway through canals and art, from Jordaan to Rembrandt’s house

You’ll glide through Amsterdam’s heart on a Segway city tour—past Jordaan’s houseboats, Dam Square’s buzz, and over canal bridges with your local guide leading the way. Expect laughter, stories behind famous spots like Rembrandt House, and plenty of time to soak up city life at street level.

What’s the experience like?

Honestly, I was a little nervous about standing on a Segway in Amsterdam — the city’s got enough bikes zipping around already. But our guide, Pieter (who had that dry Dutch humor), made sure we didn’t crash into any locals or canal railings. We started near the Museum Quarter; you could smell fresh bread from a bakery nearby, which distracted me just long enough to almost miss his safety demo. The first few minutes felt wobbly but then it clicked — gliding past the Rijksmuseum felt weirdly smooth, like floating but with handlebars.

We zipped into the Jordaan next. There was this older couple waving from their houseboat window, and some kid tried to race us on his scooter (he won). I kept catching whiffs of coffee and something sweet — stroopwafels maybe? At Dam Square, Pieter pointed out the old royal palace and told us how it used to be city hall. I didn’t expect to care about old buildings but hearing him talk about Rembrandt living just down the street made it feel kind of real. The cobblestones rattled under the wheels when we crossed towards Chinatown; my hands tingled for a bit after that.

The best stretch was along the Amstel River by the Magere Brug — that skinny white bridge you see in every postcard. Light bounced off the water and there were bikes everywhere but somehow we fit right in. Pieter joked that if you can ride a Segway here without hitting anything, you’ve earned your Dutch citizenship. Not sure I passed that test but no one yelled at me (except maybe one duck). We stopped by Rembrandt House too; I tried saying “Rembrandthuis” properly and Pieter just grinned.

I still think about how easy it felt to see so much of Amsterdam in two hours without getting lost or tired. There’s something about rolling through those narrow streets with someone who actually lives here — you notice things you’d miss walking or sitting on a bus. And yeah, I’ll probably never look at canal bridges quite the same way again.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Segway tour of Amsterdam highlights

• Start Segway tour in Amsterdam
• Pass by Rijksmuseum
• Pass by Dam Square
• Pass through Jordaan neighborhood
• See Rembrandt House Museum
• Cross Skinny Bridge (Magere Brug)
• Pass Museum Quarter
• View Amstel River and city gate
• End tour after 2 hours

Top questions

How long is the Segway city tour in Amsterdam?

The Segway tour lasts 2 hours around central Amsterdam.

What attractions are included on this tour?

The tour covers Jordaan, Museum Quarter, Dam Square, Skinny Bridge (Magere Brug), Rembrandt House Museum, Chinatown, and more.

Is equipment provided for the Segway tour?

Yes, all equipment including helmet is included in your booking.

Is there a minimum age or weight requirement?

The minimum age is 16 years and maximum weight is 265 lb (120 kg).

Does this Amsterdam Segway tour include a local guide?

Yes, you’ll have a local guide leading your group throughout the tour.

Are closed-toe shoes required for riding?

Yes, closed-toe flat shoes are required—no high heels allowed.

Does this day trip operate in all weather conditions?

The tour runs in almost all weather conditions; dress appropriately for rain or sun.

What’s included

Your experience includes use of a Segway with helmet and all necessary equipment provided at the start point. A local guide leads your small group through Amsterdam’s highlights—no need to worry about navigation or logistics as everything is arranged for you during these two hours exploring the city center together.