Atlanta Midtown Segway Tour: Fox Theatre, Piedmont Park & Local Eats

Summary

Midtown Atlanta’s energy on two wheels past icons and hidden corners

You’ll glide through Midtown Atlanta on a Segway with a small group and local guide, stopping at icons like Fox Theatre and Piedmont Park. Expect stories about Margaret Mitchell’s house, laughs over trivia, and a midway snack break at a local eatery. It’s an easy way to cover more ground—and you might find yourself thinking about those city sounds long after.

What’s the experience like?

“You see that building? They used to call it the ‘wedding cake’,” our guide Tony said, pointing up as we wobbled into Midtown Atlanta for our Segway tour. I was still getting the hang of the thing (it’s easier than it looks, but I definitely did a little dance at first). There were only six of us in the group—felt more like a bunch of friends than anything official. The air smelled faintly like cut grass and exhaust, which is just real city life, you know?

We zipped past Georgia Tech’s campus—students everywhere, some with headphones, some laughing so loud you couldn’t help but grin. Tony slowed us down by the Margaret Mitchell House and told us how she wrote Gone With the Wind right there. I never really thought about writers as real people until then. At one point he tried to quiz us on Atlanta trivia; I got maybe half right (if that). The Segways made this day trip around Midtown Atlanta feel weirdly freeing—wind in your face but no sore feet.

The Fox Theatre was my favorite stop. Its red sign glowed even in daylight and someone was tuning a saxophone inside—you could hear it through the doors. We took a break at a local spot for snacks (I went for something sweet—can’t remember what they called it but it tasted like cinnamon and home). Later we rolled by the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta; Tony joked about trying to sneak us in to see “the robots moving stacks of cash.” He said it deadpan so for a second I almost believed him.

By the time we passed Piedmont Park and looped back toward Centennial Olympic Park, my legs felt buzzy but happy. There’s something about seeing all these places—the Georgia Aquarium, World of Coca-Cola—without rushing or sitting in traffic that sticks with me. Sometimes you forget cities are alive until you’re gliding through them like this.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Midtown Atlanta Segway Highlights

• Meet guide at The American Hotel
• Orientation and Segway practice
• Cruise Midtown business district
• See Ansley Park homes
• Stop at Margaret Mitchell House
• Pass Georgia Tech campus
• Pass Federal Reserve Bank
• Admire Fox Theatre exterior
• Pass Centennial Olympic Park
• Pass Georgia Aquarium
• Pass World of Coca-Cola
• Return to starting point

Top questions

How long does the Midtown Atlanta Segway tour last?

The guided Segway tour lasts approximately 2.5 hours including training time.

Is there a weight or age limit for this Segway tour?

Yes, participants must be between 100 lbs (45 kg) and 260 lbs (117 kg), minimum age is 14 years old.

What landmarks are included on this Midtown Atlanta tour?

You’ll see places like Fox Theatre, Piedmont Park, Margaret Mitchell House, Georgia Tech campus, Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta, Georgia Aquarium, and World of Coca-Cola.

Is food included during the tour?

Yes, there is a midway stop at a local eatery where snacks are provided.

Do I need prior experience riding a Segway?

No experience needed—a 15-30 minute orientation and practice session is included before starting the tour.

How many people are in each group?

The groups are limited to eight people for a more personal experience.

What happens if it rains during the tour?

Ponchos are provided in case of inclement weather so the tour can continue comfortably.

What’s included

Your day includes use of your own Segway with helmet, a 15- to 30-minute training session before heading out, guidance from an experienced local guide throughout Midtown Atlanta’s highlights, ponchos if it rains, plenty of photo opportunities along iconic stops like Fox Theatre and Piedmont Park—and even a snack break at a local eatery midway through your ride.