VIP Prague Segway Tour Around Monastic Breweries

The clever hook here is simple: Prague’s monastery breweries become much easier to reach when an electric Segway does the hills and pavement for you. In about three hours, you visit Břevnov and Strahov, see major open spaces such as Ladronka Park and Strahov Stadium, and learn how Benedictine and Premonstratensian monks shaped Prague’s brewing story.

I like the small group limit of 10, which should make instruction and street riding easier to manage. I also like the mix of beer, architecture, and wide city parks rather than a tour that stops only at pubs. The main drawback is important: beer is not included in the price, and one reported outing was told Břevnov Monastery was closed even though its restaurant and other buildings appeared open two days later.

Key things to know before you book

• Břevnov dates to 993: Its monastery brewery is linked to the oldest documented brewery tradition in the Czech Republic.
• Strahov was founded in 1143: This is one of Prague’s major monastic landmarks and part of the tour’s historical core.
• The Segway lesson comes first: You get a practice run, a helmet, and an optional raincoat before setting off.
• Beer costs extra: You can buy beer at Břevnov Monastery, but alcoholic drinks are not part of the $91.92 price.
• The route covers more than breweries: Expect Sacré Coeur, Břevnov, Strahov, Ladronka Park, Hvězda Park, and Strahov Stadium.
• The group is limited to 10: That is useful for a hands-on activity where balance, traffic, and pacing matter.

Why monastery beer makes this Prague tour different

Prague has no shortage of beer tours. Many focus on taprooms in the center, where the city’s drinking culture is easy to sample but often feels detached from the places that made it famous.

This tour takes a different route. You travel out toward two old religious foundations, Břevnov and Strahov, where brewing connects directly to monastic life. That gives the tasting a sense of place. You are not only trying a Czech beer. You are learning why beer production grew around monasteries in the first place.

Břevnov Monastery was founded in 993, and its brewery is tied to the oldest documented brewery tradition in the Czech Republic. Production stopped and restarted several times, with the modern brewing operation resuming in 2011.

Strahov’s monastery dates to 1143 and is the oldest Premonstratensian monastery in Bohemia. The supplied route describes beer brewing there as a tradition dating to 1142. Those dates are close enough to show how old the brewing story is, but you should not expect a long formal tasting session. The tour description makes clear that beer can be bought at Břevnov, not that several drinks are included.

That distinction matters. At $91.92 per person, you are paying mostly for the guide, Segway, safety equipment, practice time, and sightseeing route. You are not paying for a package of unlimited beer.

Starting in Malá Strana and learning the Segway

The meeting point is Mostecká 53/4 in Malá Strana, Prague 1. The activity ends at the same place, so you do not need to arrange a separate ride back from the monasteries.

Before the route begins, you get a practice run on the original Segway personal transporter. This is one of the most useful parts of the outing. A Segway responds to your body position, so the first few minutes matter. You need to feel comfortable starting, slowing, turning, and stopping before heading through public areas.

The tour provides a helmet and can provide a raincoat if needed. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended, even though the machine does much of the work. You may still stand for instruction, walk around monastery grounds, or handle short stretches off the Segway.

The small maximum group of 10 is a good fit for this activity. A guide can watch the group more easily than on a large city tour, and you should have a better chance to ask questions about the buildings and route. The guide’s name is not provided, so you cannot request a particular leader in advance based on the available information.

Břevnov Monastery and the brewery founded on older roots

Břevnov is the first major stop and one of the strongest reasons to choose this tour. The district is first recorded in the 10th century, and Břevnov Monastery remains its key historical and educational center.

The monastery belongs to the Order of St. Benedict, whose tradition emphasizes a structured religious life. That background helps explain why brewing became part of monastery life. Beer was useful as a drink and a source of income, and the monks’ institutions offered places where brewing skills could be kept alive over long periods.

You spend about 30 minutes at Břevnov Monastery. The visit is listed as free, but that does not mean every part of the complex is guaranteed to be open during your visit. A recent experience had a guide explain that Břevnov was closed for reconstruction, yet the restaurant and other buildings appeared open when the same person returned two days later.

I would treat this as a real booking risk, not a reason to reject the tour outright. Openings, building work, and guide decisions can change. Still, Břevnov is too important to the advertised route for a closure to be brushed aside. If the monastery is central to your decision, ask about its current status before booking or at the start of the tour.

The stop at Břevnov Brewery lasts about 30 minutes. The brewery is connected to the old monastery tradition, though modern production resumed in 2011 after several interruptions. You can buy beer here, but you must pay separately. The price does not include alcoholic beverages.

That setup gives you freedom to choose what you want rather than forcing a fixed tasting menu. It also means the experience is less predictable. If you expected several samples already covered by the ticket, this tour may feel expensive.

Strahov and the old Premonstratensian tradition

Strahov Monastery is another major stop, and the route treats it as more than a brewery address. Founded in 1143, the Royal Canonry of the Premonstratensian Order in Strahov is one of Bohemia’s most important monastic sites.

The tour information does not promise a full interior visit or a detailed look at every room. That is worth noting if you are hoping for a museum-style monastery tour. Your guide should provide context as you move through the district, but the exact amount of time inside buildings can depend on access and the day’s route.

Strahov is valuable because it gives the beer theme a second religious setting. Břevnov is connected to Benedictine life and the oldest documented brewery tradition in the Czech Republic. Strahov adds the Premonstratensian side of the story and gives you another way to read Prague’s religious past.

The route also passes through the Strahov district, a part of Prague that feels different from the tightly packed streets around Old Town Square. You get more open ground and broader views as the Segway carries you between monuments and parks.

Strahov Stadium, Ladronka, and Hvězda

The tour is not just a monastery crawl. It adds several large outdoor spaces, which helps break up the historical stops and gives you room to ride.

Strahov Stadium is one of the route’s most unusual sights. It is described as the stadium with the largest area in the world, with a capacity of 250,000 seats, including 56,000 seats. Its concrete grandstands have been protected as a cultural monument since March 6, 2003.

You stop near the stadium for about five minutes, then have another listed 10-minute stop. The short timing suggests a viewing and explanation rather than a long stadium visit. Do not book this expecting a sporting event or a fully guided interior tour. The value is in seeing the scale of a place that is easy to miss if you stay in Prague’s central lanes.

The route also includes Ladronka Park and Park Hvězda. The supplied details do not promise a separate timed visit at each park, so think of them as scenic riding sections and orientation points. They add breathing room after the monastery buildings and make good use of the Segway’s ability to cover more ground than a walking tour.

Park Sacré Coeur is also named among the sights. Together, these parks and open areas give the tour a more local, everyday side of Prague. You are not spending the whole afternoon in ticket lines or tasting rooms. You are moving through districts, green spaces, and large civic sites.

What the $91.92 price really covers

At $91.92 per person, this is not a cheap beer tasting. The price makes more sense if you want transport, instruction, a guide, and sightseeing bundled into one short outing.

You receive:

• A professional guide
• A Segway personal transporter
• A helmet
• A practice run
• An optional raincoat

You do not receive hotel pickup or drop-off unless that option is selected. You also do not receive alcoholic drinks. Beer at Břevnov is an extra purchase.

I would compare this with the cost of hiring transport to reach Břevnov and Strahov independently, then paying for a separate guided experience. If you already know how to use public transport and mainly want beer, you may find better value elsewhere. If you want an efficient way to connect several outlying sights in three hours, the price is easier to defend.

The tour is booked, on average, 36 days ahead. That does not guarantee every date sells out, but it suggests you should not leave it until the last morning of a short Prague stay.

Who will enjoy this route most

I would choose this tour if you want history with movement. The Segway keeps the outing active without demanding a long walk between Břevnov, Strahov, and the parks. It also suits anyone who has already seen Prague’s central landmarks and wants a different side of the city.

It is a good match for:

• People curious about Czech beer beyond central pubs
• Visitors who enjoy old religious buildings and local districts
• Anyone who wants a small group rather than a large coach outing
• Riders who prefer covering more ground than a walking tour allows
• Visitors with only half a day for the monastery districts

I would think twice if your main goal is a serious beer tasting with included samples. The beer is extra, and the amount of tasting is not clearly fixed. I would also reconsider if you dislike balance-based activities or want a slow architectural tour with lots of indoor time.

Most participants can take part, and service animals are allowed. The meeting point is near public transportation. The information provided does not list a specific age, weight, or mobility restriction, so ask the operator if any personal concern could affect Segway use.

Timing, weather, and cancellation details

The tour lasts about three hours. That is enough time for instruction, riding, monastery stops, and brief visits to the stadium and parks, but not enough for a leisurely tour of every site.

The operator supplies a raincoat if needed, which is helpful in Prague’s changeable weather. Comfortable shoes still matter. Even with a Segway, you will not remain in motion every minute.

Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the local start time. Cancel within 24 hours, and you do not receive a refund. Changes inside that same window are not accepted. This gives you some flexibility while plans are still moving, but once the final day begins, the booking is firm.

Should you book the monastery Segway tour?

Book it if you want an active introduction to Břevnov, Strahov, and Prague’s western parks, with monastery brewing as the theme rather than the entire event. The small group, practice run, and included equipment make the format practical, and the route reaches places that would take more effort to connect on foot.

Before paying $91.92, confirm two things: that Břevnov is open and that you understand beer purchases are extra. The reported closure problem is the one serious warning sign, especially because Břevnov is the tour’s key brewery stop.

If those details check out, this is a worthwhile choice for a first look at Prague beyond the historic center. If you want guaranteed tastings, several included beers, or a detailed indoor monastery visit, choose a more focused brewery or architecture tour instead.

FAQ

How long does the Prague Segway monastery tour last?

The tour lasts approximately three hours.

Where does the tour begin?

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

Where does the tour end?

The activity ends back at the meeting point.

Is beer included in the tour price?

No. Beer is not included. You can buy beer at Břevnov Monastery.

What equipment is provided?

The tour provides a Segway, helmet, and optional raincoat. A practice run is also included.

Is hotel pickup included?

Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included unless that option is selected.

How many people can join the tour?

The activity has a maximum group size of 10 people.

Which monasteries are included?

The route includes Břevnov Monastery and Strahov Monastery. Břevnov is connected to a brewery whose production resumed in 2011, while Strahov was founded in 1143.

Can I cancel for a refund?

Yes. You can cancel at least 24 hours before the local start time for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours are not refunded.