See the fantastical architecture of Antoni Gaudi from a self-balancing Segway on a 3-hour tour of Barcelona. Discover the skyscrapers of the modern age, the narrow streets of the Gothic Quarter, and the boulevards of L’Eixample along the way.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- COVID-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 3 hours
- Starting times 10:00 AM, 2:00 PM, 5:00 PM
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- Spanish, English, French, German, Russian, Portuguese
Experience
Highlights
- Glide down the narrow streets of Barcelona's Gothic Quarter by Segway
- See the fantastical architecture of the Modernisme movement in L'Eixample
- Discover the green oasis of Parc de la Ciutadella
- Marvel at the soaring towers of the unfinished Sagrada Familia
- Learn how Barcelona is changing in the 21st century
Full description
Explore the extraordinary architecture of Barcelona on an eco-friendly Segway and discover the fantastical creations of Antoni Gaudi and his Modernisme contemporaries.
Meet your guide in the old Gothic Quarter for some basic Segway training to ensure that you feel comfortable on the electric 2-wheel vehicle before you set off. Then, learn about the Roman wall of Barcelona, built in the 4th-century when the city was known as “Barcino.” Step up and roll out in the direction of the inspiring Park of the Citadel, where you'll discover some of the already impressive first works of Gaudi.
Get acquainted with the golden ages of Barcelona in which Gaudi took part, as you roll uptown to the luxurious Passeig de Grácia. Take your time to enjoy the intricate design of Gaudi's unfinished masterwork. Then, make your way to the grandiose La Sagrada Família, one of the most visited buildings in Spain. Segway down to the Arc de Triomf, built for the 1888 World Expo. Enjoy the ride, smoothly gliding through spacious avenues with bicycle lanes and refreshing parks.
Includes
- Segway driving lesson and test drive
- Guide
- Helmets
- Raincoats
- Entrance fees
- Gratuities
Not suitable for
- Pregnant women
COVID-19 precautions
Safety measures in place
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
- Customers must keep distance in vehicles
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Traveler requirements
- Customers are required to bring and wear masks
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Participants
Date
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Meeting point
Meet at Carrer del Correu Vell, 6, 08002 Barcelona
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What to bring
- Passport or ID card
Know before you go
- Since August 2017 the minimum age requirement to ride a Segway is 16 years. Those under this age may join the tour on an electric bicycle for the same price
- Participants should weigh between 45 and 130 kg (99 to 286 lbs) to ride a Segway
- Trainers will teach you safe Segway driving basics before the tour starts
- Please note that the number of tour participants can reach up to 30 people but this number will be divided into small groups of 6 people or less. Each small group will have a guide
- It is required to wear headgear. All helmet sizes are provided free of charge
