VIP Prague Segway Tour Around Monastic Breweries

Prague’s old monasteries make an unusual beer route, and a Segway lets you cover ground between them without spending three hours on foot. The tour links Břevnov, founded in 993, with Strahov, founded in 1143, while adding parks and the huge Strahov Stadium.

I like the practice session before departure, since a Segway can feel awkward for the first few minutes. I also like the small maximum group of 10, which should make it easier to hear the guide and handle the machines as a group.

The main caution is important: beer is not included, and Břevnov Monastery may not always be open as planned. One account describes being told it was closed for reconstruction, then finding its restaurant and other buildings open two days later. Ask about access before you set your expectations.

Key points to know before booking

• Two monastery breweries: Visit the Břevnov and Strahov areas, both tied to centuries-old monastic traditions.
• Segway training included: You get a practice run before setting off through Prague.
• Beer costs extra: Tastings are not part of the $91.92 price, and you buy beer separately at Břevnov.
• A mix of city and open spaces: The route includes Sacré Coeur Park, Ladronka Park, Park Hvězda, Břevnov, and Strahov.
• A memorable stadium stop: Strahov Stadium is one of Prague’s strangest large-scale sights, with room for 250,000 people in its original capacity.
• Free cancellation deadline: Cancel at least 24 hours before the start for a full refund.

A Segway route built around old Prague beer

This is not a standard central Prague sightseeing ride. The focus is the city’s monastery belt, where religious foundations, parks, broad roads, and old brewing traditions sit outside the busiest tourist core.

You meet at Mostecká 53/4 in Malá Strana, Prague 1. From there, the tour returns to the same place after about three hours. Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included unless you choose an option that adds them.

The Segway changes the rhythm of the outing. You can move between districts faster than on foot, but you still need to pay attention to balance, pedestrians, uneven surfaces, and the guide’s instructions. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended, which is sensible even though the machine does much of the work.

The operator supplies the Segway, helmet, and an optional raincoat. A professional guide leads the group, and the maximum group size is 10 people. That is small enough to keep the outing manageable without making it a private tour.

Learning the machine before Prague begins

The practice run is one of the most useful parts of the experience. You do not simply arrive, climb onto a Segway, and head into traffic. You first get time to learn how the self-balancing vehicle moves.

That matters because steering and stopping are not exactly like riding a bicycle. The practice period gives you a chance to decide if you feel comfortable before the route gets going. If you are nervous, use this time to ask questions and make sure your helmet fits properly.

The tour is suitable for most participants, and service animals are allowed. It is also near public transportation. Still, the phrase most participants should not be read as a promise that every person will find a Segway easy. If you have balance concerns, mobility limitations, or simply dislike standing on moving equipment, this may not be your best way to see Prague.

Břevnov Monastery and its interrupted brewing story

Břevnov Monastery is the first major stop. It was founded in 993 and is connected with the oldest documented brewery in the Czech Republic. The monastery belongs to the Benedictine tradition, and its religious role remains part of the setting rather than just a backdrop for beer tasting.

The brewery’s story has a useful twist. Beer production stopped and restarted several times, with brewing resuming in 2011. That makes the stop more interesting than a simple claim of uninterrupted tradition. You see a modern return to an old practice, not a brewery that has worked without a break for a thousand years.

The planned time here is about 30 minutes. Admission to the monastery and brewery stop is listed as free, but that does not mean your beer is free. You buy the beer separately at the Břevnov monastery.

This is where you should keep your expectations flexible. Access to the monastery, restaurant, or brewery-related areas can change. The tour has operated with Břevnov closed for supposed reconstruction, even though the restaurant and other buildings appeared open a couple of days later. That does not prove what will happen on your date, but it does show why you should ask the guide or operator about the day’s access.

If Břevnov is open, it is likely the most direct beer stop on the route. If it is closed, the experience becomes much more about seeing Prague’s monastery districts and less about tasting two monastic beers. That difference matters, especially at a price of $91.92 per person.

Strahov and the older beer tradition

The route also brings you to Strahov, the Premonstratensian monastery founded in 1143. It is one of the key architectural and religious sights in this part of Prague, and it gives the tour a second monastic setting with a different order and history.

The original description presents Strahov as a place where monks have brewed beer since 1142. The itinerary separately identifies the monastery as founded in 1143. You do not need to get caught up in the one-year difference, but it is worth knowing that the tour’s beer story is built around very old monastic foundations rather than only modern craft brewing.

The Strahov area provides a strong contrast with the Břevnov brewery. Břevnov is tied directly to the revived brewery operation, while Strahov is also an architectural and cultural stop. Depending on the exact route and access that day, you may spend more time seeing the district than sampling beer.

The supplied timing gives 30 minutes for Břevnov and 5 or 10 minutes for Strahov Stadium, but it does not provide a separate fixed duration for Strahov Monastery itself. That means you should not book this expecting a long interior visit or a full monastery tour. The experience is a moving sightseeing tour with beer connections, not an in-depth religious architecture program.

Strahov Stadium, a giant relic of mass sport

Strahov Stadium is one of the route’s oddest and most memorable stops. It is described as the largest stadium by area in the world, with an original capacity of 250,000 people, including 56,000 seats.

The stop is short, listed at five to 10 minutes. That tells you how to view it: as a quick look and a conversation point, not as a stadium visit with a long interior tour.

The concrete grandstands have been protected as a cultural monument since March 6, 2003. Their scale is the main attraction. This is not a polished modern arena. It is a massive piece of concrete infrastructure, and its size can be hard to grasp from a short stop.

I like this addition because it keeps the tour from becoming a string of similar monastery visits. You get a different side of Prague, one linked to public spectacle and ambitious 20th-century construction. If you prefer detailed historical interpretation at every stop, the brief timing may feel thin.

Parks that give the route breathing room

The ride includes several green spaces: Sacré Coeur Park, Ladronka Park, and Park Hvězda. The supplied details do not promise specific attractions, viewpoints, or activities inside each park, so you should think of them as scenic sections of the ride rather than separate destination visits.

Their value is practical. A three-hour tour made entirely of streets and buildings could feel repetitive. Parks give the route more open space and a change of pace. They also make the Segway feel more useful, since you are covering ground through several parts of Prague instead of simply circling the same central sights.

Břevnov itself was first recorded in the 10th century and became part of Prague after 1921. It was once an independent town, and the monastery served as its major religious and educational center. That local story adds context to the route, since you are not only crossing from one tourist sight to another. You are moving through districts that grew into the modern capital over time.

The tour also passes through the Strahov district. These outer areas can feel less concentrated than Prague’s Old Town, which may appeal to you if you want a break from the crowded central sightseeing circuit.

What the $91.92 price really covers

At $91.92 per person, this is not a cheap way to buy a beer. The price covers the guide, Segway, helmet, practice run, and optional raincoat. Beer and other alcoholic drinks are not included.

The value depends on how you use the tour. If you want transport between several western Prague sights, a guide, and a novel way to move around, the price can make sense. You are paying for equipment and guided access to a route that would take much longer on foot.

If your main goal is beer tasting, the value is weaker. You still pay separately for the drinks, and the number of guaranteed tastings is not clearly specified. The wording presents beer sampling as part of the experience, but the inclusion list clearly says alcoholic beverages are not included. I would treat the beer as an optional purchase rather than a prepaid tasting flight.

Ask before booking three direct questions:

• Is Břevnov Monastery open on the planned date?
• How many beer purchases or tastings are normally made?
• How much time is allocated to Strahov Monastery itself?

Those answers will tell you if this is mainly a Segway sightseeing tour with beer stops or a genuine brewery tasting outing.

Who will enjoy this ride most

I would recommend this to you if you have already seen Prague’s central sights and want something different. It suits an active visitor who enjoys small historical stops, open parks, and unusual city landmarks more than long museum visits.

It can also work well for people who want to cover more ground without walking from Malá Strana to Břevnov and Strahov. The machine provides the transport, while the guide supplies the route and local context.

Beer fans should book only after confirming what is included. The monastic brewing angle is appealing, but the tour price does not cover the beer. If Břevnov access changes, the brewing side can become less substantial.

This is less suitable for anyone who wants a slow monastery tour, a formal brewery visit, or a guaranteed set of included tastings. It is also not ideal if you are uncomfortable with a Segway or want hotel transportation as part of the basic price.

Timing, weather, and small practical details

The experience lasts about three hours and ends back at the starting point. That makes it easy to fit into a morning or afternoon, though you should leave room around it rather than scheduling a tight train, dinner, or timed museum entry.

A raincoat is available if needed, but the tour is still an outdoor activity. Check the forecast and dress for moving through parks and open areas. Comfortable shoes are recommended, even though you will be riding for much of the route.

The mobile ticket is convenient, and booking confirmation is provided at the time of booking. Free cancellation is available if you cancel at least 24 hours before the local start time. Inside that window, you receive no refund, and changes are not accepted.

Because the group can include up to 10 people, this is not a private experience. The small size is still useful, especially during the practice period and at short sightseeing stops.

Should you book the VIP Prague Segway Tour?

Book it if you want a three-hour ride through Prague’s western districts, enjoy unusual sights such as Strahov Stadium, and like the idea of connecting two old monasteries with a brewery theme. The included training and equipment make the format approachable, and the parks add welcome variety.

Skip it if you are paying mainly for beer tastings. Drinks cost extra, and Břevnov access may change. Before booking, confirm that the monastery and brewery stop will be operating and ask exactly what beer purchases the guide plans to include in the route.

My practical verdict: this is best treated as a guided Segway sightseeing tour with optional monastic beer, not as a prepaid brewery tour. With that expectation, it offers a distinctive way to see parts of Prague that many visitors miss.

FAQ

How long does the Prague Segway tour last?

The tour lasts approximately three hours.

Where does the tour start?

It starts at Mostecká 53/4, Malá Strana, 118 00 Prague, Czech Republic.

Where does the tour end?

The experience ends back at the meeting point.

Is hotel pickup included?

Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included unless you select an option that specifically adds them.

Is beer included in the ticket price?

No. Beer and other alcoholic beverages are not included. You can buy beer at Břevnov Monastery.

Are the Segway and helmet provided?

Yes. The tour includes an original Segway personal transporter and a helmet.

Is Segway practice included?

Yes. You receive a practice run before the main tour begins.

What sights does the route visit?

The route includes Břevnov Monastery, the Břevnov Brewery, Strahov Monastery, Strahov Stadium, Sacré Coeur Park, Ladronka Park, and Park Hvězda.

How many people can join the tour?

The maximum group size is 10 people.

Can I cancel for a full refund?

Yes, if you cancel at least 24 hours before the experience start time. Cancellations or changes made within 24 hours are not refunded or accepted.