City of Arts and Sciences Private Segway Tour

Valencia’s best Segway route links two very different sides of the city: the medieval Torres de Serrans and the futuristic City of Arts and Sciences. I like the private format because your guide can slow down for first-time riders, adjust the route, and give your group more attention. I also like the ride through Turia Gardens, where the old riverbed offers a calm, leafy route between major sights.

The main thing to consider is that a Segway demands your attention. One rider suffered cuts after looking away and catching a wheel on a post, despite having prior experience. Keep your eyes on the path, take the safety briefing seriously, and wear a properly fitted helmet.

Key points to know before booking

• Private route through three distinct parts of Valencia: Begin by the old city walls, cross Turia Gardens, and finish among the futuristic arts and science buildings.
• Extra practice time is included: You do not need previous Segway experience, and the guide can help you gain confidence before setting off.
• Private groups can shape the pace: The route may be adjusted for your group, with stops for photos, facts, food suggestions, or a closer look at the park.
• The 90-minute ride covers ground efficiently: You can see more than on foot without committing to a long vehicle tour.
• Guide quality matters here: David, Santiago, Euvgny, Sharin, and a French-speaking guide have all been singled out for their humor, care, language skills, and local advice.
• Safety is part of the bargain: Riders must weigh between 25 and 130 kilograms, and you need to watch curbs, posts, edges, and other obstacles.

Why this route works so well in Valencia

This tour makes sense because Valencia’s main sights are spread across a broad corridor. The old town sits near the former riverbed, while the City of Arts and Sciences is farther east. Walking the whole way takes time, and a standard vehicle can miss the pleasant middle section.

A Segway gives you a practical compromise. You cover distance without rushing past everything in a car, and you can stop when the guide points out something worth seeing. The route is not just a transfer between attractions. Turia Gardens is one of the most enjoyable parts of the outing, with trees, plants, bridges, Roman remains, the Palace of Music, and Gulliver Park along the way.

I especially like the contrast. You begin with a medieval gate, pass through a long public park built in the former river channel, and finish beside huge white buildings that look designed for a science-fiction film. In less than two hours, you get a useful introduction to Valencia’s past, public spaces, and modern ambition.

The private setup is important. You are not being fitted into a large group with a fixed pace. A family with teenagers can keep moving, while first-time riders can take more practice. One group of seven even included a nervous adult who could not initially bring herself to control the Segway. The guide helped her stay with the group, which shows the value of having one instructor focused on your party.

Getting started at C/ de les Carabasses

The meeting point is at C/ de les Carabasses, 15, in Ciutat Vella. This places you in Valencia’s historic center, close to public transportation and within easy reach of the older part of town.

The first stage is not sightseeing. It is training, and that is a good thing. The operator allows extra time before departure so you can learn how to balance, move, turn, and stop. If you have never used a Segway, do not let that put you off. Several riders began as complete beginners and found the controls manageable after instruction.

Your helmet is supplied, and raincoats are available if the weather calls for them. The company can also hold luggage, which is useful if you are changing hotels or arriving from a cruise excursion with bags. Ask about this arrangement when you book or check in, since the practical details of leaving luggage are not specified.

The tour is offered in English, but the guide may be multilingual. The team has included English-speaking guides such as David and Santiago, as well as a French-speaking guide and guides such as Euvgny and Sharin. If language is important to you, confirm your preferred language at booking.

Torres de Serrans, five minutes of medieval Valencia

The first formal stop is Torres de Serrans, one of the original twelve gates of Valencia. You get about five minutes here, so this is an orientation stop rather than a full visit inside the monument.

That short pause still does useful work. The towers help you picture the former limits of the city before the route moves into the open river gardens. Your guide can give you a quick piece of local history, and you can take photographs before heading onward.

Do not book this tour expecting long interior visits to monuments. Admission is not included because the itinerary is built around seeing the sights from outside and moving between them. If you want to climb towers or spend time inside museums, you will need a separate plan.

The brief stop also keeps the ride moving. That matters on a 90-minute tour. The real purpose of Torres de Serrans is to establish the old-city setting before the route changes character.

Turia Gardens, the route’s most pleasant stretch

The ride through Jardí del Turia takes roughly 30 minutes and is the heart of the experience for anyone who enjoys being outdoors. The park occupies the former Turia riverbed, creating a long green corridor through Valencia. The route includes tropical trees and plants, Roman ruins, the Palace of Music, and Gulliver Park.

This is where a Segway feels most useful. You can move through a large park without tiring your feet, yet you remain close enough to notice the planting, bridges, and public spaces around you. The guide may stop to point out unusual trees or flowers, and the private format makes those pauses easier to manage.

Gulliver Park is one of the more unusual sights along the way. It is built around a giant figure of Gulliver, based on the famous story, and gives the park a playful quality. The information provided does not promise a full stop or entry time there, so treat it as a point of interest along the route rather than a separate attraction visit.

The Palace of Music adds another change of mood. You will see it as part of the park route, not as a concert visit. Roman remains also remind you that Valencia’s long story is not confined to the old center.

I like this middle section because it makes the journey feel local rather than purely tourist-focused. You are using one of Valencia’s major public spaces as residents do, moving along a former river corridor that now connects neighborhoods and attractions.

Still, park paths require concentration. A Segway may feel easy after a few minutes, but wheels can catch on posts, curbs, edges, or other obstacles. Do not turn around to admire a building while moving. Stop first, then look.

City of Arts and Sciences, about 50 minutes among futuristic buildings

The final main stop takes about 50 minutes at the Ciudad de las Artes y las Ciencias. This is an entertainment and cultural complex with a science-fiction look, broad open areas, and striking modern architecture.

The Prince Felipe Science Museum is one of the major buildings you can see here. The route also brings you around the wider arts and sciences boulevard, giving you time to appreciate the scale and shapes of the complex. The buildings are the star of this part of the tour, so bring a camera and leave room on your phone for photographs and video.

Admission tickets to the buildings are not included. This experience is designed as an outdoor Segway visit. If you want to enter the Science Museum or another facility, plan that separately and allow more time beyond the 90-minute ride.

The long stop is useful because this complex is too large to appreciate in a quick drive-by. Your guide can explain what you are seeing, pause at good photo locations, and help you frame the buildings without having to rush back to a vehicle.

The company also offers the possibility of taking photographs and video with a professional camera. Confirm how this works and whether there is an extra charge, since the supplied details do not state a fee. Even without that service, the private format makes it easier for your guide to take group photos.

This is also the point where you need to stay alert. The open spaces can encourage you to look upward at the architecture, but the accident described earlier is a useful warning. The rider looked away, caught a wheel on a post, and needed first aid before returning to the starting point. The guide helped coordinate with Science Museum security and the infirmary, which was reassuring, but prevention is better than assistance after a fall.

What the private format adds

A shared group tour can be fine if you want the lowest price and a fixed schedule. Here, the private arrangement changes the feel of the ride. Only your group participates, and the company says it can help plan a personal route for each group.

That flexibility is valuable for families. Teenagers can enjoy the novelty of the Segways, while adults can ask for more history or more photo stops. One family of five had never ridden before and still found the machines easy after instruction. Another group adapted the pace around a nervous rider.

It also helps couples and small groups with limited time. You can spend less time waiting for strangers and more time moving through the park. Guides such as David and Santiago have been praised for being funny, engaging, and passionate about Valencia. Santiago also recommended places to eat and drink for the rest of the visit, which is exactly the sort of practical local help I like getting early in a city.

Do keep expectations realistic. Private does not mean a fully custom sightseeing day. The total ride lasts about one hour and 30 minutes, and the route has a planned structure. You can shape the pace and perhaps request personal stops, but the experience remains a compact introduction rather than a full city tour.

Price, timing, and what you receive

At $60.49 per person, this is not the cheapest way to see Valencia. The value comes from the private guide, equipment, training time, and the ability to cover several parts of the city in one outing.

For a family or small group that would otherwise pay for several activities, the price can make sense. You also receive helmets, raincoats, extra training time, luggage storage possibilities, and the chance to request photos or video. The guide’s attention is the main benefit, especially if some riders are beginners.

The 90-minute length is another advantage. It fits neatly into a morning or afternoon and leaves time for the Science Museum, lunch, or further exploring. On the other hand, the short duration means each stop is selective. You will not tour every building or spend hours inside a monument.

The experience requires at least two people per booking. Rider weight must be at least 25 kilograms and no more than 130 kilograms. Most people can participate, but you should be comfortable standing and controlling the Segway, and you should be prepared to follow safety instructions closely.

Good weather is required. If poor weather cancels the tour, you can choose another date or receive a full refund. Otherwise, cancellation is free when made at least 24 hours before the start time. Changes or cancellations inside that 24-hour window are not accepted for a refund.

The guides are a big part of the experience

The route is attractive, but the guide can determine how much you get from it. David is described as funny, engaging, and experienced, with a good way of making historical facts work for families. Santiago is also noted for his friendly manner, practical restaurant advice, and skill at taking photos and video.

Euvgny is described as lively and fun, while Sharin guided one group through a memorable ride with plenty of sights and information. French-speaking support is available through a multilingual guide, although you should confirm the language you want.

The best guides on this kind of tour do more than point at buildings. They watch the group, judge when someone needs a slower pace, and choose safe places to stop. That practical care matters more on a moving activity than it does on a standard walking tour.

I would tell you to listen carefully during the first lesson, even if you have ridden before. One rider’s accident shows how quickly confidence can turn into carelessness. Keep your helmet snug, watch the ground, and stop before taking photos or looking back at the buildings.

Who should book this Segway tour?

This is a strong choice for families with older children or teenagers, couples who want an active introduction to Valencia, and small groups who dislike rigid group schedules. It is also useful if you have only a short time in the city and want to connect the old center with the City of Arts and Sciences.

First-time Segway riders are welcome because extra practice is included. The private format is especially helpful if one person is cautious or needs a slower start. You also get the fun factor. Several guides have created a light, social atmosphere, and the ride can become one of the more memorable activities of a Spain trip.

I would choose something else if your priority is museum interiors, detailed architectural lectures, or a long historical walking tour. The monument stops are short, entry tickets are not included, and the main focus is seeing Valencia from the paths and public spaces.

Should you book it?

Book this tour if you want a lively way to connect Valencia’s old walls, Turia Gardens, and futuristic architecture in one compact outing. The private format, flexible pace, and strong guide involvement give it more value than a basic Segway rental.

Skip it if you dislike balance-based activities, cannot meet the weight requirements, or want extended indoor sightseeing. For everyone else, especially families and first-time riders, this is a smart way to get your bearings, cover ground, and leave room in the schedule for the rest of Valencia.

FAQ

How long does the City of Arts and Sciences Private Segway Tour last?

The tour lasts approximately one hour and 30 minutes, including the training period and the route back to the Valencia Segway Anyway office.

Where does the tour start and finish?

It starts at C/ de les Carabasses, 15, in Ciutat Vella, Valencia. The activity ends back at the same meeting point.

Is previous Segway experience required?

No. Extra time for training is included before departure, so first-time riders can learn the controls before joining the route.

What sights are included?

The route includes Torres de Serrans, Jardí del Turia, Gulliver Park, the Palace of Music area, and the City of Arts and Sciences, including views of the Prince Felipe Science Museum.

What is included in the price?

The tour includes a private guide, helmets, raincoats, extra training time, and the possibility of leaving luggage. The company may also provide photographs and video with a professional camera, but the supplied details do not specify whether an additional fee applies.

What happens if the weather is poor?

The experience requires good weather. If the operator cancels because of poor conditions, you can select another date or receive a full refund. Free cancellation is also available if you cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled start time.