VIP Prague Segway Tour Around Monastic Breweries

Prague’s monastery breweries make this more than a simple city ride. You’ll use a self-balancing Segway to reach Břevnov Monastery, founded in 993, and Strahov Monastery, founded in 1143, while taking in parks, old districts, and the giant Strahov Stadium.

I like the short practice session before departure and the small maximum group of 10. I also like that the route reaches parts of Prague many visitors miss, including Ladronka Park and Park Hvězda. The main catch is that beer is not included in the $91.92 price, and access to Břevnov’s brewery may not always go as planned.

Key points to know before you book

• Two monastery brewing traditions: Visit Břevnov Brewery, linked to the Czech Republic’s oldest documented brewery, and see the Strahov area, where monks have brewed since 1142.
• A proper Segway lesson comes first: You get a practice run before heading into the city, plus a helmet and optional raincoat.
• The route reaches Prague’s western parks: Expect Park Sacre Coeur, Břevnov, Ladronka Park, Park Hvězda, and the Strahov district.
• The group stays small: No more than 10 people can join, which should make instruction and street riding easier.
• Budget for your own beer: Alcoholic drinks are excluded, and beer can be bought at Břevnov Monastery if the brewery and restaurant are open.
• Allow about three hours: The tour begins and ends at Mostecká 53/4 in Malá Strana.

Why this Prague ride is about more than beer

I see this tour as a good match for someone who wants to cover ground without spending half a day on foot. A Segway carries you from the riverside side of Prague toward the western hills, letting you connect several separate sights in one outing.

The monastery breweries give the ride its purpose. Břevnov’s brewing tradition reaches back to the monastery founded in 993, though beer production stopped and restarted several times. The present brewery resumed production in 2011, so you get both an old religious setting and a more recent return to brewing.

Strahov offers a different kind of atmosphere. The monastery was founded in 1143 and is one of the important architectural sites in the Czech Republic. The route also passes through Břevnov, a district first recorded in the 10th century, and includes broad open spaces that are hard to fit into a standard central Prague walk.

Still, the word tasting needs a little care here. The tour includes the guide, Segway, helmet, practice run, and optional raincoat. Beer is not included, so you should plan to buy your own drink. That is a minor cost, but it matters when the tour price is already $91.92 per person.

Starting in Malá Strana and learning the Segway

You meet at Mostecká 53/4 in Malá Strana, Prague 1. The activity returns to this same point, so you do not need to arrange a separate ride back from the western districts.

Before the route begins, you get a practice run on the Segway. This is one of the most useful parts of the arrangement. A Segway is simple to operate once you understand how it responds to your balance, but a short lesson helps you get comfortable with starting, stopping, turning, and controlling your speed.

You also receive a helmet. A raincoat is available if the weather turns wet. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended, even though the vehicle handles most of the movement, since you will still spend time standing and visiting monastery grounds.

The group limit is 10 people. That is not a private tour, but it is small enough for the guide to keep an eye on riders during the practice period and while moving through the city. The booking information does not provide the guide’s name, so you should not expect to choose a particular guide.

Břevnov Monastery and its old brewing roots

Břevnov Monastery is the first major stop. It belongs to the Order of St. Benedict, whose monks continue a traditional religious life here. The monastery was founded in 993, making it one of the oldest religious foundations in Bohemia.

That date gives the brewery visit some real weight. This is not a modern beer hall borrowing a medieval theme. The brewing tradition is connected to the monastery itself and to the oldest documented brewery in the Czech Republic.

The Břevnov Brewery is linked to the monastery’s earlier brewing activity, but production was interrupted more than once. Brewing restarted in 2011, which is worth remembering when you arrive. You are seeing an old tradition brought back to life, not an unbroken brewing operation lasting more than a thousand years.

The planned time at the monastery and brewery is about 30 minutes each. That is enough for a look around and a drink if everything is open, but it is not a long brewery tour with an extended production explanation. The supplied details do not promise a full brewing demonstration, cellar visit, or meal.

One important practical warning comes from the operation of the stop itself. Břevnov has reportedly been described as closed for reconstruction on one occasion, although the restaurant and other buildings were found open two days later. If this stop is the main reason you are booking, ask about current access before setting out, or be prepared for the brewery visit to change.

Buying a beer at Břevnov

The tour’s wording suggests local beer tasting, but the financial arrangement is clear: you pay separately for the beer. The activity includes no alcoholic beverages.

If Břevnov Brewery is operating during your visit, you can buy beer at the monastery. This gives you a chance to try beer tied to the site rather than simply visiting a historic building and moving on. It also means the stop depends on opening conditions and availability.

I would treat the beer as an optional purchase, not as a guaranteed flight of samples. The available details do not state how many beers are offered, what styles are poured, or whether a formal tasting is led by brewery staff. If you want a serious beer education, this may feel light. If you want one local drink in a remarkable setting, it can be a pleasant part of the ride.

The 30-minute timing at the brewery also favors a quick taste over a long meal. You may find the restaurant open, but food is not listed as part of the tour.

Riding through Břevnov and the western parks

The route gives you a look at Břevnov beyond the monastery walls. The district first appears in records from the 10th century and later became part of Prague after 1921. Its main historic focus is the monastery, but the wider district helps you see a less tourist-heavy side of the capital.

You also pass through parks and open spaces, including Park Sacre Coeur, Ladronka Park, and Park Hvězda. These stops change the pace from church architecture and city streets to broad recreational areas.

Ladronka Park is particularly useful as a break from the denser center, though the supplied schedule does not assign it a separate visit length. Park Hvězda is also listed as part of the route, but exact stops and time there are not specified. You should think of these parks as scenic passages and outdoor pauses rather than guaranteed guided walks.

A Segway makes sense on this sort of route because the sights are spread out. Walking between Malá Strana, Břevnov, Strahov, and the parks would require more time and energy. The tradeoff is that you move at the group’s pace and experience the city from a standing vehicle instead of stopping whenever you wish.

Strahov Monastery and the huge stadium

Strahov Monastery is another major landmark on the ride. Its full name is the Royal Canonry of the Premonstratensian Order in Strahov. Founded in 1143, it is the oldest Premonstratensian monastery in Bohemia.

The route also includes Strahov Stadium, which is described as the stadium with the largest area in the world. Its listed capacity is 250,000, including 56,000 seats. The concrete grandstands have been protected as cultural monuments since March 6, 2003.

You get a short stop at the stadium, with one schedule listing five minutes and another listing 10 minutes. That tells you what to expect: a quick look, some context from the guide, and perhaps time for a photograph. Do not plan on a full stadium visit or an extended architectural tour.

The contrast is part of the appeal. Strahov Monastery represents centuries of religious and academic life, while the stadium is a vast concrete structure built for mass gatherings. Together, they give the ride a wider view of Prague than a brewery-only outing would provide.

The schedule refers to seeing the Strahov district and visiting Strahov Monastery, but it does not promise entry into every interior room. If you want to see specific library halls or detailed monastery interiors, confirm what access is included before booking.

How much value you get for $91.92

At $91.92 per person, this is not a low-cost way to buy a beer. The price makes more sense if you value the equipment, instruction, guide, and transportation between sights.

You are paying for roughly three hours of organized movement, a Segway, helmet, practice session, and a route that links several distant places. A do-it-yourself visit would likely cost less if you used public transport and bought beer on your own, but it would not provide the same guided route or the convenience of moving between monasteries and parks without planning each connection.

The small group helps support the price. With no more than 10 people, the guide can give clearer instructions than on a large coach outing. That matters most if you have never used a Segway.

The value weakens if your main goal is a guaranteed brewery tasting. Drinks cost extra, and Břevnov access can be uncertain. I would book this for the combined ride and sightseeing, with beer as one part of the outing, rather than paying the price solely for alcohol.

The tour is usually booked 36 days ahead, so advance planning is common. That does not guarantee a specific guide or brewery opening, but it suggests you should reserve before your preferred travel date fills.

Who will enjoy this tour most

I would recommend it to you if you want:

• A guided way to reach Prague sights outside the old center
• A first Segway experience with instruction included
• Monasteries, historic districts, parks, and unusual city landmarks in one outing
• A small group rather than a large vehicle tour
• A flexible approach to beer, where buying a drink is optional

It may not suit you if you want a formal brewery tour, a long beer tasting, or guaranteed indoor access at Břevnov. It is also less appealing if you prefer to set your own pace, stop often, or explore monastery interiors in detail.

Most travelers can participate, and service animals are allowed. The meeting point is near public transportation. Comfortable shoes remain a sensible choice, and you should be ready to stand for much of the three-hour activity.

Booking, weather, and the Břevnov question

The tour includes an optional raincoat, which is useful in Prague’s changeable weather. Still, the supplied information does not explain how cancellations work for poor weather, so check the current booking terms if rain is a concern.

You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the start time. Inside that 24-hour window, the payment is not refunded, and changes are not accepted. The cut-off follows local Prague time.

The most important question to ask before departure is simple: Is Břevnov Brewery open today? A past problem involved being told the monastery was closed for reconstruction, followed by a later visit that found the restaurant and other buildings open. That does not prove the tour will miss the stop, but it is a good reason to confirm current conditions rather than assume the brewery portion is guaranteed.

Should you book the VIP Prague Segway Tour?

Book it if you want an active, guided outing that connects Břevnov, Strahov, major parks, and the enormous Strahov Stadium in about three hours. The Segway practice, small group, and return to Malá Strana make the plan easy for a first-time rider.

I would skip it if the beer tasting is your only reason to go. Drinks cost extra, the details of the tasting are limited, and Břevnov access may change. For the right person, though, this is a useful way to see Prague’s western side while adding a monastery beer stop to the day.

FAQ

How long does the Segway tour last?

The tour lasts approximately three hours.

Where does the tour start?

It starts at Mostecká 53/4 in Malá Strana, Prague 1, Czechia.

Where does the tour end?

The activity ends back at the meeting point in Malá Strana.

Is beer included in the price?

No. Alcoholic beverages are not included. You can buy beer at Břevnov Monastery if it is available.

Is a Segway practice session included?

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

What equipment is provided?

The tour provides an original Segway personal transporter, a helmet, and an optional raincoat.

What places does the route visit?

The route includes Břevnov Monastery, Břevnov Brewery, the Strahov district, Strahov Monastery, Strahov Stadium, Park Sacre Coeur, 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. You can cancel at least 24 hours before the experience start time for a full refund. Cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours before the start time are not accepted, and the payment is not refunded.