Barcelona: Segway Tour with Local Guide & Seafront Route
See Barcelona from a Segway, Not a Walking Map
You'll ride a Segway through Barcelona's center, seafront, and main districts with a local guide steering a small group of six or fewer. The route includes the Old Port, Ciutadella Park, Sagrada Família, and the Basilica de Santa Maria del Mar, with the duration (1.5 to 3 hours) determining how far you go. All gear and the guide are included. Just bring comfortable shoes and arrive on time.
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Segway tour of Barcelona highlights
- Start at Olympic Port
- Visit the beach
- Explore Barri de La Barceloneta
- See pop-art sculpture
- Visit Old Port
- Tour Basilica de Santa Maria
- Pass França Railway Station
- Explore Ancient Market
- Visit Ciutadella Park
- See the Arc
- Ride through L'Eixample district
- View La Monumental Bullring
- End at Basilica of the Sagrada Familia
- Port Olímpic 10m
- La Barceloneta 1m
- Cara de Barcelona 5m
- Port Vell (Old Port) 5m
- St. Mary of the Sea Cathedral 5m
- França Railway Station 1m
- El Born Center for Culture and Memory 5m
- Ciutadella Park 5m
- Eixample 5m
- La Monumental Bullring 5m
- Sagrada Família 15m
What’s included
Your tour includes a local guide, use of a Segway, and a helmet. The route covers Barcelona's city center, seafront, Old Port, Barri de La Barceloneta, Ciutadella Park, Eixample district, Sagrada Família, and the Basilica de Santa Maria del Mar, with the exact stops depending on your chosen duration and any street closures on the day.
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Segway tour through Barcelona's center, seafront, and Sagrada Família with a local guide in small groups. All gear included. Departs daily. 2 hours.
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The experience
You'll probably wonder if you can actually balance on one of these things. Most people do before they step on. The guide walks you through it in the first few minutes, and then you're moving. The tour covers the city center and heads straight toward the Mediterranean, passing the Old Port, Barri de La Barceloneta, and the beach before looping back through Ciutadella Park and the Eixample district. Depending on which duration you pick (1.5, 2, or 3 hours), you'll see Sagrada Família from the outside, the Basilica de Santa Maria del Mar, and the Monumental Bullring. The route shifts sometimes if there are street closures or demonstrations, so your guide adjusts on the day.
What makes this different from a walking tour is the pace. You're covering ground without the stop-and-wait rhythm of a group on foot. The Segway does the work, so you're not tired by the end, which matters when you've got the rest of Barcelona to explore. Your guide is local and multilingual, and because the group stays at six people maximum, you're not herding through the city with thirty other tourists. The guide shares stories about the neighborhoods as you move through them, pointing out details you'd miss from a bus window or a café table.
Logistics: you need to be at least 14 years old (younger kids can do e-bikes instead), weigh between 45 and 120 kilograms, and wear the helmet they provide. Comfortable shoes still matter. You're standing the whole time. The tour runs in all weather. If it rains, they give you a raincoat. If you're late by more than 15 minutes, the activity gets shortened or canceled without a refund, so arriving on time is part of the deal. Pregnant travelers and anyone with spinal injuries shouldn't book this one.
Top questions
What languages is the tour guided in?
Live guide in English and Spanish.
Can children come?
Yes. Ticket types: Youth (15 to 17 years); Child (10 to 14 years). Children under 10 can't be included in the booking.
What's the minimum age for the Segway tour?
You must be at least 14 years old. Children under that age can join on e-bikes instead.
How much does a Segway tour cost?
Pricing varies by duration (1.5, 2, or 3 hours). Check the booking page for current rates.
What if it rains during the tour?
The tour operates in all weather. Raincoats are provided. In severe weather, you can reschedule for another date and time.
Can I do this tour if I'm pregnant?
No, the tour is not recommended for pregnant travelers.
What's the weight limit for the Segway?
Riders must weigh between 45 kg (100 lbs) and 120 kg (265 lbs).
How many people are in each group?
Groups are kept to a maximum of six people per guide.
What happens if I'm late?
If you arrive more than 15 minutes late, the tour will be canceled and your payment won't be refunded. Delays under 15 minutes will shorten the route.
Do I need to know how to ride a Segway?
No. The guide teaches you how to balance and control it at the start, before the tour begins.
What should I wear?
Comfortable walking shoes are recommended. Dress for the season. Helmets and raincoats are provided.
Is the guide multilingual?
The tour may be operated by a multilingual guide. Confirm the language when booking.
Operated by Barcelona Sun & Segway. Explorevia does not run this tour: we compare it with similar options, and you book it with our booking partner.
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Barcelona: Segway Tour with Local Guide & Seafront Route
1h–3h · EN · ES
from € 35 per person
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