Segway Private Tour in the Historic Center of Madrid
by SEGCITYTOURS
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✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€70Overview
The Segway Private Tour in the Historic Center of Madrid lasts between one and three hours, depending on the group's pace and preferences. It begins at a meeting point in the Barrio de las Letras neighborhood, where participants receive Segway training, helmets, and insurance before starting the tour. The private guide leads the group first to Plaza Mayor, a central square where three plazas meet: Plaza Mayor, Plaza de Santa Cruz, and Plaza del Comercio. Here, the guide explains the history of Plaza Mayor and its development into Madrid's main square. Next, the tour continues to Plaza de Ramales, a small square that once held the church of San Juan belonging to the Order of Santiago. This church was demolished during the time of Joseph Bonaparte, and it is believed that the remains of the painter Velazquez may be buried there. After this stop, the group follows a narrow street to the Mirador de la Cornisa del Palacio Real, a viewpoint offering views of the Royal Palace and the Almudena Cathedral. At this viewpoint, the guide describes the cathedral, which took 110 years to build and is oriented north to south, unlike most Christian churches. The tour then proceeds to Plaza de la Villa, a square featuring buildings from the Austrian monarchy period, including the Torre de los Lujanes and Casa de Cisneros. This square was also the site of Madrid's old City Hall before it moved to the Cibeles Palace. The route concludes by passing along Puerta del Sol, the central square of Madrid and Spain, where the Post Office Building with its famous clock tower stands. The tour includes a private guide, Segway use with training, helmet, and insurance. Participants must arrange their own transportation to and from the meeting point. Food, drinks, and gratuities are not included. The tour is not canceled for light rain but will be rescheduled in case of heavy rain. Children must be at least ten years old and accompanied by an adult. Riders must weigh between 30 and 125 kilograms. Use of mobile phones while riding is not allowed, and comfortable, closed-toe shoes are recommended.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Plaza Mayor
The tour stops at Plaza Mayor, where three squares meet: Plaza Mayor itself, Plaza de Santa Cruz, and Plaza del Comercio, which houses the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and was formerly an aristocratic prison. The guide explains the history of Plaza Mayor and how it evolved from a suburb into Madrid's main square.
5 min
Plaza de Ramales
At Plaza de Ramales, the site of the former church of San Juan, once linked to the order of Santiago, visitors learn that the church was demolished by Jose Bonaparte to create this plaza. It is believed that the remains of the painter Velazquez lie beneath the plaza.
5 min
Mirador de la Cornisa del Palacio Real
The group follows a narrow street to a viewpoint offering views of the Royal Palace and Almudena Cathedral. This spot provides a clear perspective of the historical and artistic complex formed by these landmarks.
Catedral de Sta Maria la Real de la Almudena
From the viewpoint, the guide describes the Almudena Cathedral, connected to the Royal Palace via Plaza de la Armería, which hosts official events. The cathedral took 110 years to complete and is oriented north to south, unlike most Christian churches oriented east to west.
5 min
Plaza de la Villa
Plaza de la Villa showcases architecture from the Austrian monarchy era, including Torre de los Lujanes and Casa de Cisneros. This square once housed Madrid's old City Hall before it moved to the Cibeles Palace.
5 min
Puerta del Sol
The tour finishes by passing Puerta del Sol, the center of Madrid and Spain. This square contains the Post Office Building with its clock tower, famous for marking the New Year's Eve chimes.
5 min
Meeting point
Local located between the Prado Museum and Plaza Santa Ana Nearby metro stations: Anton Martin, Sol, Gran Via and Sevilla
End point
Local located between the Prado Museum and Plaza Santa Ana Nearby metro stations: Anton Martin, Sol, Gran Via and Sevilla
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Segway Private Tour in the Historic Center of Madrid
by SEGCITYTOURS
Choose from 4 available options
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€70Overview
The Segway Private Tour in the Historic Center of Madrid lasts between one and three hours, depending on the group's pace and preferences. It begins at a meeting point in the Barrio de las Letras neighborhood, where participants receive Segway training, helmets, and insurance before starting the tour. The private guide leads the group first to Plaza Mayor, a central square where three plazas meet: Plaza Mayor, Plaza de Santa Cruz, and Plaza del Comercio. Here, the guide explains the history of Plaza Mayor and its development into Madrid's main square. Next, the tour continues to Plaza de Ramales, a small square that once held the church of San Juan belonging to the Order of Santiago. This church was demolished during the time of Joseph Bonaparte, and it is believed that the remains of the painter Velazquez may be buried there. After this stop, the group follows a narrow street to the Mirador de la Cornisa del Palacio Real, a viewpoint offering views of the Royal Palace and the Almudena Cathedral. At this viewpoint, the guide describes the cathedral, which took 110 years to build and is oriented north to south, unlike most Christian churches. The tour then proceeds to Plaza de la Villa, a square featuring buildings from the Austrian monarchy period, including the Torre de los Lujanes and Casa de Cisneros. This square was also the site of Madrid's old City Hall before it moved to the Cibeles Palace. The route concludes by passing along Puerta del Sol, the central square of Madrid and Spain, where the Post Office Building with its famous clock tower stands. The tour includes a private guide, Segway use with training, helmet, and insurance. Participants must arrange their own transportation to and from the meeting point. Food, drinks, and gratuities are not included. The tour is not canceled for light rain but will be rescheduled in case of heavy rain. Children must be at least ten years old and accompanied by an adult. Riders must weigh between 30 and 125 kilograms. Use of mobile phones while riding is not allowed, and comfortable, closed-toe shoes are recommended.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Plaza Mayor
The tour stops at Plaza Mayor, where three squares meet: Plaza Mayor itself, Plaza de Santa Cruz, and Plaza del Comercio, which houses the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and was formerly an aristocratic prison. The guide explains the history of Plaza Mayor and how it evolved from a suburb into Madrid's main square.
5 min
Plaza de Ramales
At Plaza de Ramales, the site of the former church of San Juan, once linked to the order of Santiago, visitors learn that the church was demolished by Jose Bonaparte to create this plaza. It is believed that the remains of the painter Velazquez lie beneath the plaza.
5 min
Mirador de la Cornisa del Palacio Real
The group follows a narrow street to a viewpoint offering views of the Royal Palace and Almudena Cathedral. This spot provides a clear perspective of the historical and artistic complex formed by these landmarks.
Catedral de Sta Maria la Real de la Almudena
From the viewpoint, the guide describes the Almudena Cathedral, connected to the Royal Palace via Plaza de la Armería, which hosts official events. The cathedral took 110 years to complete and is oriented north to south, unlike most Christian churches oriented east to west.
5 min
Plaza de la Villa
Plaza de la Villa showcases architecture from the Austrian monarchy era, including Torre de los Lujanes and Casa de Cisneros. This square once housed Madrid's old City Hall before it moved to the Cibeles Palace.
5 min
Puerta del Sol
The tour finishes by passing Puerta del Sol, the center of Madrid and Spain. This square contains the Post Office Building with its clock tower, famous for marking the New Year's Eve chimes.
5 min
Meeting point
Local located between the Prado Museum and Plaza Santa Ana Nearby metro stations: Anton Martin, Sol, Gran Via and Sevilla
End point
Local located between the Prado Museum and Plaza Santa Ana Nearby metro stations: Anton Martin, Sol, Gran Via and Sevilla
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.