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title: Segway Ride in the Old City of Madrid
lang: en
alternate_de: https://guidekin.com/de/spain/madrid/tours/segway-ride-in-the-old-city-of-madrid/
type: tour
city: Madrid
country: Spain
price: 24
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.89
reviews: 114
duration_minutes: 60
languages: [en, es]
free_cancellation: "true"
guidekin_pick: Short old town ride?
rank_in_category: 5 of 11 (Segway Tours)
schedule_checked: 2026-10-03
data_updated: 2026-10-08
canonical: https://guidekin.com/spain/madrid/tours/segway-ride-in-the-old-city-of-madrid/
---

# Segway Ride in the Old City of Madrid

**Guidekin's take:** Ride a Segway through Madrid's old center past the Royal Palace, Almudena Cathedral and Plaza Mayor. A local guide and helmet are included; bookings require at least two people, and riders must be at least ten. 4.89 from 114 reviews at €24 per person for 1h.

**Short old town ride?:** Book the Crazy Fun option for an old town ride at €24 per person for 1h, rated 4.89 from 114 reviews; minimum two people per booking. Trade-off: Max one hundred ten kg; minimum two per booking. (last checked September 15, 2026)

In our comparison: #5 of 11 in Segway Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

Explore the heart of Madrid by eco-friendly Segway on a fun 1-hour tour of the medieval center. Pass notable sights, such as the Royal Palace, Almudena Cathedral, and Plaza Mayor, all from the safety and comfort of a self-balancing, 2-wheel vehicle.

**Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point

## Key facts

- Price: from €24 per person
- Duration: 1h
- Rating: 4.89/5 from 114 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: Wonder Tours
- Group: Shared tour
- Guide languages: English, Spanish
- Start times: 10:00, 12:00, 16:00, 18:00
- Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-03

## Reviews

4.89 from 114 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
97% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 111 of 114.

- 5 stars: 106 (93%)
- 4 stars: 5 (4%)
- 3 stars: 2 (2%)
- 2 stars: 0 (0%)
- 1 star: 1 (1%)

### What reviewers say

Reviewers enjoy the easy riding and patient guides, though some find the historical commentary limited.

**Praised:**
- Patient instruction helps beginners feel comfortable on the Segways
- Many guides share engaging history and stories about Madrid
- Riding between city sights gives a useful introduction to Madrid
- Families enjoy the ride, including children and teenagers

**Complaints:**
- Some find the historical commentary limited, while others praise its detail
- Some departures start later than expected

Written by Guidekin from the 57 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2017-10-26 to 2026-09-18); last checked 2026-10-04.

## What's included

- Local guide
- Use of helmet

## Not included

- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off

## Itinerary

1. **Mercado San Miguel** (pass by, no stop) - Start the tour
2. **Plaza de la Villa** (pass by, no stop) - Know the old buildings in the city
3. **Plaza de Ramales** (pass by, no stop) - Explanations of the square
4. **Catedral de Sta Maria la Real de la Almudena** (pass by, no stop) - Pnoramic of the cathedral
5. **Royal Palace of Madrid** (pass by, no stop) - Pictures in the grand palace
6. **Plaza de Oriente** (pass by, no stop) - Ride through the gardens
7. **Jardines de Sabatini** (pass by, no stop) - Views of the gardens
8. **Teatro de Madrid** (pass by, no stop) - Enjoy the explanations of the teather
9. **Wonder Tours** (pass by, no stop) - End of the tour

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Departures: 10:00, 12:00, 16:00, 18:00
- Schedule last checked: 2026-10-03
- These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout.

## Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Ends: back at the meeting point

## Good to know

- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Minimum age is 10 years
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- Riders must have the ability to make motions such as climbing and descending stairs without assistance
- Weight limit is 240lb (110kg)

## Compared with other Segway Tours

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #5 of 11** | €24 | 1h | 4.89 (114) | shared |
| [Madrid Segway Private Tour in Retiro Park](/spain/madrid/tours/madrid-segway-private-tour-in-retiro-park/?format=md) | €35 | 1h | 4.92 (355) | private |
| [Segway Tour Madrid monumental](/spain/madrid/tours/segway-tour-madrid-monumental/?format=md) | €35 | 1h 30m | 4.97 (75) | shared |
| [Segway Private Tour in the Historic Center of Madrid](/spain/madrid/tours/segway-private-tour-in-the-historic-center-of-madrid/?format=md) | €35 | 1h | 4.88 (330) | private |

Ranked #5 of 11 in Segway Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €24 to €60, median €35; typical length 1h. 3 of 11 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market.

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