Hilltop Prague without the hard hike.

That is the simple idea behind PragueWay’s 1.5h Small Group Segway Tour & Free Taxi Transfer, which takes you from the Malá Strana meeting point out to Strahov and Brevnov monasteries on a Segway. I like that it feels personal and low-stress thanks to the small maximum group size and the guide’s hands-on training. I also love the shape of the route: you get hilltop landmarks and quiet park space that most people only see from far away, plus a look at Prague’s District 6 area instead of staying stuck in the center.

One thing to consider: this is only for people who fit the riding rules (including a weight limit) and it runs best in good weather, with a rain plan on-site.

A guide by the name Ivan

On this kind of tour, the guide matters. The experience notes include Ivan, who is described as friendly and genuinely helpful throughout, which is exactly what you want when you’re learning a new way to get around.

Key things to know before you ride

• Taxi transfer included, so you’re not fighting parking or long walks before training
• Small group (up to 15) means more attention while you practice and steer
• You’ll visit Strahov Monastery (Royal Canonry, founded 1143) and get context beyond the postcard view
• A stop for Strahov Stadium facts you won’t get from casual strolling
• Ladronka Park with a long, illuminated in-line skating track (4.2 km) and local event culture
• Brevnov Monastery plus Prague’s long beer-brewing tradition (Benedikt)

Gliding from Malá Strana to hilltop monasteries (without the leg burn)

Most visitors to Prague plan their sightseeing like a map-and-museum day in the Old Town. This tour takes a different approach: it uses Segway power to reach the monastery area on the hills, where the views and historic sites make sense but the walking can be a workout. You start in Malá Strana at Mostecká 53/4 (near public transportation), then head out to the Segway area with a free taxi transfer and come back the same way.

The best part is the rhythm. You’re not just getting on a device and rushing past stops. The plan is set up so you can learn as you glide, then slow down when something matters—like the monastery buildings, the stadium scale, or the park setting.

The tour duration is about 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours, so it’s a practical choice when you want more than a short ride but you don’t have a full day for an all-hiking itinerary. There are also morning and afternoon departures, which helps you match it to your energy level and the weather.

How the Segway training, gear, and taxi transfer really affect your day

This experience isn’t just sightseeing. It includes real support so you can ride safely and feel comfortable fast.

Here’s what you get before you roll:

• Training and guidance from an English-speaking guide
• Helmet
• Raincoat if needed
• Gloves in the winter season
• Unlimited water and coffee at the meeting point

Then there’s the small but important logistics: a free taxi transfer from the meeting spot to the Segway start and back. If you’ve ever tried to coordinate transit while thinking about where you left your feet and bags, you’ll appreciate how much friction that removes. You arrive, you get ready, and you start riding without a long pre-walk.

What you should bring (and what you shouldn’t)

Wear comfortable shoes and dress for the weather. You’ll also want to bring an ID/passport, since confirmation is required at booking time. And do pay attention to the ride restrictions: no riders under 8, no pregnant women, no riders over 264 pounds (120 kg), and no one riding if under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

Also, note the real-world factor: the tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll get offered another date or a full refund.

Stop 1: Strahov Monastery and the Strahov Library world

The first major highlight is Strahovsky Klaster, home to Strahov Monastery—officially the Royal Canonry of Premonstratensians at Strahov. This is the kind of place that sounds important even before you see it, because it’s tied to deep roots in Bohemia: it was established in 1143 and is considered one of the key architectural sights in the Czech Republic.

During your visit, you’ll also connect the monastery with what’s inside today:

• It was restored after 1990
• It houses the Museum of National Literature
• It includes the Strahov Library
• It also has the Strahov Gallery

That combination matters. Many sightseeing plans stop at a church exterior. Here, your time is structured so you get the story behind the buildings and why this site still functions as a cultural center. Even if you’re not a museum person, the monastery setting is worth it because it’s a place with both history and ongoing life.

Practical watch-outs at this stop

The stop time is about 10 minutes, and there’s an admission ticket component listed as free. Plan for short-and-focused. If you want a slow, sit-down museum visit, you might add extra time on your own after the tour. But for a guided Segway day, this works.

Stop 2: Strahov Stadium, Sokol festivals, and why it once mattered

From monasteries to sports history in the same ride is a clever pivot. Your next quick stop is by the Strahov stadium, also known as Masaryk Stadium.

A few facts you’ll carry with you afterward:

• It’s described as the largest stadium in the world according to some resources
• It once had a capacity around 280,000 (with 96,000 seats)
• It became listed as a national cultural monument on 6 March 2003
• The total surface area is about 63 thousand m², roughly the size of nine football pitches

The backstory ties it to local civic culture. The stadium was originally built for gymnastics festivals of the Sokol Movement. In 1926, it reportedly wasn’t full stadium structure yet—it had an exercise sand area, earth banks, and wooden stands. Later, it was reconstructed and completed in stages.

What’s valuable here

This is a great “aha” moment stop: it shows you Prague’s scale and ambition in a way you won’t get from Old Town viewpoints. And because the stop is brief, it doesn’t drag—just enough time to understand why it’s famous.

Stop 3: Park Ladronka, skating culture, and the Charles IV vineyard story

Next comes Park Ladronka, an area that many visitors miss because it isn’t in the central tourist loop. It’s one of the most popular homesteads of Prague, and the adjacent park is meant for active visitors: pedestrians, cyclists, and especially in-line skaters.

The most specific feature is the long illuminated track—4.2 km. That’s the kind of detail that helps you picture the place: this is not just scenic grass; it’s built for movement.

The park also connects you to local culture and seasonal events:

• Ladronkafest
• Čarodějnice na Ladronce (The Witches in Ladronka)

Then there’s the history thread that makes the name interesting. At one point there was a vineyard press nearby. It’s tied to Charles IV, who wished vineyards to surround the area. Later, an Italian count—Philipp Ferdinand de la Crone—bought the land in 1688. His surname was later simplified into names that helped shape the homestead name.

A reality check

This stop is also about 10 minutes. You’re not meant to run a full length skater session here. But you’ll get enough to understand why locals treat it as a go-to park space, and you’ll have a mental map of where it is relative to the rest of the hilltop area.

Stop 4: Brevnov Monastery, Saint Margaret, and the beer tradition

The last major monastery stop is Brevnovsky Klaster, Brevnov Monastery, set in the Prague quarter called Brevnov. It’s described as the oldest Czech monastery, founded in 993. That date alone sets the tone: you’re not looking at a modern reconstruction; you’re seeing a site with long continuity.

The visit ties architecture to specific named features:

• The Saint Margaret Basilica
• The Margaret Garden
• A Romanesque crypt dating back to the 11th century
• A baroque prelature with the Terezian Hall
• It’s protected as a national cultural monument

And then there’s the practical, fun detail that you can actually taste later (or at least think about afterward): Brevnov has the oldest beer brewing tradition in the Czech Republic. The beer called Benedikt is brewed there. The info you have indicates this tradition continues under monastery brewery technologists, and that the brewing has also been done under a Prague-related brand name.

Why this stop clicks for most people

Monastery stops can feel the same if you only get the exterior photo. Here you get a strong sense of what to look for—the basilica, the crypt, and the hall—plus the beer tradition gives you a real-world thread. It makes the place feel less like a history-only stop and more like a living institution.

The District 6 bonus: a Segway-friendly way to see Prague 6

After the monasteries, you’ll spend time in Praha 6. This section is about 1 hour.

Here’s what makes that valuable: Segways were banned in Prague 1 area starting in 2016, so this tour gives you a chance to experience a part of Prague that you’d be unlikely to see on a Segway otherwise. It also means you aren’t stuck in the exact same core-day route most people do.

This segment is your “ride and look around” portion. If you’re comfortable steering by then, it’s where you’ll likely enjoy the most freedom—moving at a pace that still lets you take in streets and viewpoints without stopping every ten seconds.

A timing note

If you’re traveling with a camera that eats battery life, Prague 6 gives you time to slow down and shoot. Just don’t try to treat it like a photography expedition with long pauses—this is still built as a tour with set stops and pacing.

What I think you learn (and what you don’t)

Even though the tour is short, the structure gives you more than a surface-level view. You’ll hear about:

• The role of Strahov Monastery in Bohemia (including the timeline and restoration)
• The unusual civic and cultural story behind Strahov Stadium
• How Ladronka Park functions in real life—skating, events, and local identity
• Brevnov’s architectural layers and its beer tradition

What you don’t get is a long, museum-style deep dive at each site. That’s not the goal. The goal is movement plus guidance plus context, all within a manageable window.

Audio support is available in German, Spanish, French, Italian, and Russian, which is a nice extra if you want a second layer of listening. The main guide is English-speaking, so you’ll still have live narration.

Price and value: is $70.94 worth it?

At $70.94 per person, this sits in a “mid-range activity” category. The big question is what you’re really paying for.

You’re paying for a package that includes:

• Segway training and ride equipment (helmet, raincoat if needed, winter gloves)
• An English-speaking guide
• Audio guide options in multiple languages
• Unlimited water and coffee at the meeting point
• Free taxi transport to and from the Segway start
• A route that covers hilltop sites that are otherwise a real walk from the center

If you’re planning a day that would include taxis anyway, the included transfer matters. If you’re trying to see monasteries without turning your legs into noodles, the Segway saves you energy for actual exploring back in the center.

And the small-group size helps the value feel real. A maximum of 15 travelers means you’re less likely to feel like background furniture.

Also, it’s worth noting the strength of demand: the experience is often booked about 97 days in advance, and it holds a 4.9 rating with 98% recommendation. That doesn’t automatically mean it’s perfect for everyone, but it’s a useful signal that the format works.

Who this tour fits best (and who might want another plan)

This is a great fit if you want:

• Hilltop sights without the grind
• A guided day with short stops and clear storytelling
• A fun intro to Segway riding in a controlled setup
• A small-group experience with direct attention

It’s less ideal if you:

• Prefer slow walking and long museum time
• Need very flexible stop durations
• Don’t meet the ride rules (age, weight limit, pregnancy, or sobriety requirements)
• Are visiting during a stretch of uncertain weather, since the tour needs good conditions

Should you book PragueWay’s Segway loop?

I’d book it if you want an efficient, comfortable way to reach Strahov and Brevnov and still feel like you got meaningful context. The combo of included transfer, small group, and the fact that you’re seeing District 6 makes this more than just a novelty ride.

If your priority is maximum time inside monuments or museums, consider using this as a guided highlight and then adding your own self-guided time afterward. But if you want a smart, energetic introduction to Prague beyond the postcard core, this one delivers.

FAQ

How long is the Segway tour?

The tour runs about 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours.

Does the price include transportation to the Segway start?

Yes. The tour includes free taxi transport from the meeting spot to the Segway point and back.

Is this tour a small group?

Yes. It has a maximum group size of 15 travelers, and you’ll get personalized attention.

What’s included with the Segway riding?

You get training, a helmet, a raincoat if needed, and gloves in the winter season. There’s also unlimited water and coffee at the meeting point, plus an English-speaking guide.

Where do you meet and what time does it end?

You meet at Mostecká 53/4, Malá Strana, 118 00 Prague. The activity ends back at the meeting point.

Is the tour family-friendly and are there any rider restrictions?

Children under 8 can’t ride, and the tour also doesn’t allow pregnant women or anyone over 264 pounds (120 kg). You also can’t ride if you are under the influence of alcohol or drugs.