Tampa Riverwalk tour on Rydables: Quirky two-hour ride

Tampa Riverwalk by Rydable: scenic views, public art, and a break for ice cream

A two-hour guided tour of Tampa on a Rydable. A unique, comfortable ride that takes you along the Riverwalk past public art and historic bridges, with stops at the Tampa Museum of Art and time for ice cream. A live English-speaking guide leads the route and shares stories of the city's history and waterfront culture.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time at each

1. Tampa Riverwalk30m
2. Tampa Museum of Art30m

Explore Tampa on Rydable tour

• Glide along Tampa Riverwalk
• Pause for fun facts and ice cream
• Stop for photos and Tampa stories
• Visit Tampa Museum of Art

The experience

The tour runs two hours and stays centered on the Tampa Riverwalk, where you'll glide past public art, historic bridges, and photo-worthy spots while a guide shares local stories and fun facts. The Rydable itself is the draw here: a quirky, comfortable ride that feels playful without sacrificing stability, and it changes how the city reveals itself as you move through it. You'll pause for ice cream partway through and have time to take photos at the stops that matter.

The route includes the Tampa Museum of Art as a landmark stop, so you see the building and its role in the waterfront without the tour becoming a museum visit. The guide keeps the pace conversational, mixing history with the kind of details locals know: why the waterfront became a gathering place, what the bridges connect, how the city has changed. Cool breezes off the water and the steady pace of the Rydable mean the two hours feel unhurried even though you're covering real ground.

What’s included

• Rydable rental for the full two hours.
• live English-speaking guide.
• ice cream break.
• photo stops at scenic points along the Riverwalk and at the Tampa Museum of Art.

Options for this experience

2 options

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Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 10:30, 13:30 and 19:00

Book up to2h before

AgesAdult (12 and older) · Child (1 to 11 years)

GroupUp to 11

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 3 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelWheelchair accessiblePublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Magic Carpet Glide Segway Tours

Is this one for you?Choose this tour if you want to cover the Riverwalk and see Tampa's main sights without the pace of a walking tour. The Rydable does the work, and the two hours fit into a morning or afternoon without eating your whole day.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (1 to 11 years).

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What exactly is a Rydable, and is it hard to ride?

A Rydable is a motorized, stand-up vehicle that sits between a scooter and a small platform: stable, comfortable, and designed so anyone can operate it without special skill. The tour guide will show you how to use it before you start, and the pace is slow enough that you stay in control the whole time.

Does the Tampa Museum of Art tour include going inside?

The tour stops at the Tampa Museum of Art as a landmark and photo point along the Riverwalk route, but the two-hour tour does not include entry to the museum itself. You'll see the building, learn its place in the waterfront, and have time to photograph it.

Where does the tour start, and do I need to get there myself?

The tour operates along the Tampa Riverwalk. The guide will confirm the exact meeting point when you book. Public transportation options are available nearby if you need them to reach the starting location.

What if I'm not comfortable with my balance or fitness level?

The tour is suitable for all physical fitness levels, and the Rydable is designed to be stable and easy to control. If you have specific concerns about balance or mobility, mention them when you book so the guide can help you get comfortable before the tour starts.