Barcelona: Segway Tour Parc de la Ciutadella & Port Vell

Summary

Small group Segway ride through Ciutadella Park to the sea

You’ll glide through Barcelona’s lively streets and parks on a Segway with a friendly local guide—starting at Parc de la Ciutadella, rolling past Arc de Triomf and down to Port Vell’s salty breezes. Expect laughter during basic training, surprise coffee stops, and glimpses of city life you might miss on foot. It’s relaxed but full of moments you’ll remember long after.

What’s the experience like?

I’ll admit, I was a little nervous standing on that Segway for the first time—my balance isn’t exactly Olympic level. But our guide, Marc, just grinned and handed me a helmet with a “You’ll get it in two minutes, promise.” He was right. After some wobbly practice circles outside Parc de la Ciutadella (and a lot of laughing at myself), it started to feel almost natural. The air smelled faintly of orange blossoms and city dust—Barcelona always has this mix of old stone and something sweet in spring.

We zipped past the Arc de Triomf where kids chased pigeons and an older couple shared a bench under those red-brick arches. Marc pointed out graffiti I’d never have noticed on foot—he said some is from artists who grew up in El Born nearby. The paths through Ciutadella Park were wide enough for us to relax, dodging only the occasional rollerblader or dog walker. I remember the sunlight flickering through palm leaves as we passed the zoo gates; you could hear parrots squawking somewhere above us. It’s funny how fast you forget you’re on wheels.

Rolling down toward Port Vell, the salty air hit me—suddenly we were by the water, watching boats bob near Maremagnum and hearing snippets of Catalan from fishermen fixing nets along La Barceloneta. Someone’s radio played flamenco so softly it almost got lost in the breeze. We stopped for coffee at a tiny spot Marc knew (he waved to the barista like an old friend), and I tried to order in Spanish but ended up switching back to English halfway through—she just smiled and poured my café con leche anyway.

The tour felt easygoing but packed—we saw Columbus pointing out to sea, zipped past Estació de França’s ironwork roof, even caught sight of people swimming at Nova Icaria Beach though it wasn’t exactly warm. There was this moment near Port Olímpic where everything went quiet except for seagulls overhead—I still think about that view sometimes when I need a mental break. So yeah, if you’re curious about Barcelona but don’t want to rush or get lost in crowds, this Segway tour hits that sweet spot.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Segway tour of Barcelona highlights

• Visit Arc de Triomf
• Explore Parc de la Ciutadella
• See Barcelona Zoo
• Ride to Port Olímpic
• Stop at Plaça dels Voluntaris
• Visit Platja Nova Icària
• Explore Playa de La Barceloneta
• See Torre de Sant Sebastià
• Visit Palau de Mar
• Explore Maremagnum
• Visit Port Vell
• See Basílica de la Mercè
• Visit Reials Drassanes
• See Mirador de Colón
• Visit Estació de França
• Explore El Born

Top questions

How long is the Barcelona Segway tour?

You can choose between 1.5 or 2.5 hour options; there’s also an extended 3-hour route covering more sights like Montjuic hill.

Is there a minimum age for riding a Segway in Barcelona?

Yes, participants must be over 16 years old to use a Segway in Barcelona.

What sights are included on this Segway route?

You’ll see Parc de la Ciutadella, Arc de Triomf, Port Vell, Barceloneta Beach, Nova Icaria Beach, Port Olímpic, Estació de França and more.

Does the tour include coffee or drinks?

Coffee or tea is offered before and after your Segway tour experience.

How many people are in each group?

The maximum is six people per guide for a small-group experience; bigger groups get extra guides.

Is basic training provided before starting?

Yes—a short training session is included so everyone feels comfortable before heading out.

Are helmets provided for safety?

Yes, helmets are included for all participants during the tour.

Is hotel pickup included?

No hotel pickup is mentioned; public transportation options are available nearby the meeting point.

What’s included

Your day includes basic Segway training with a friendly local guide who keeps things relaxed but informative; all equipment like helmets; bottled water; plus coffee or tea before and after your ride so you can start off calm (or caffeinated). The route covers major spots from Parc de la Ciutadella to Port Vell at the harbor—all within small groups for easy conversation as you go.