City of Arts and Sciences Private Segway Tour

Valencia looks best on two wheels. This private Segway tour links the old city, the long Turia Gardens, and the futuristic City of Arts and Sciences in 90 minutes, with a guide who can adjust the route to your group. I like the private format, which lets you ask for photo stops or spend more time where you are most interested. I also like the extra practice time before departure, especially if nobody in your group has ridden a Segway before. The main consideration is simple: you must keep your eyes on the path, and a Segway is not a good match for anyone who is uneasy around curbs, posts, or uneven edges.

The tour costs $60.49 per person and is often reserved about 39 days ahead, a useful sign that you should not leave it until the last minute during busy travel periods. Your guide may be David, Santiago, Euvgny, Sharin, or another member of the multilingual team. The experience is in English, though other languages may be available depending on the guide.

What makes this Valencia ride worthwhile

• A private route from old Valencia to the futuristic city: You move from the Serrans Towers and historic center toward the Turia Gardens and the City of Arts and Sciences without spending your short visit changing transport.
• Extra Segway practice before setting off: The tour includes training time, so first-time riders can learn the controls before entering the city.
• Thirty minutes through the Turia Gardens: This former river corridor provides greenery, paths, palms, plants, Roman remains, the Gulliver Park, and the Palace of Music.
• Fifty minutes at the City of Arts and Sciences: You get time for views, photographs, and explanations around the striking science and cultural buildings.
• A guide who can adapt the outing: The route can be planned for each group, and guides have helped families, teens, first-time riders, and nervous participants.
• Practical extras: Helmets and raincoats are supplied, luggage can be left at the office, and the team can take photographs and video with a professional camera.

Starting near Valencia’s old city

The meeting point is Valencia Segway Anyway at C/ de les Carabasses, 15, in Ciutat Vella. This puts you near the old center rather than out by the City of Arts and Sciences, which is useful because the tour gives you a quick look at two very different sides of Valencia.

Allow time for check-in and training before the advertised 90-minute ride begins. The extra practice is not filler. A Segway responds to small shifts in your weight, and you need to feel comfortable stopping and steering before you concentrate on buildings, gardens, and the guide’s commentary.

Helmets are included. Raincoats are also available, though the tour requires good weather and may be moved or refunded if conditions are poor. You can leave luggage at the office, a handy detail if you are sightseeing between hotel check-out and a later departure.

This is a private activity, so only your own party rides together. That matters more than it might at first appear. A family with young people can set an easier pace, while a group of confident riders can spend more time moving between stops. A private outing also gives you a better chance to ask questions instead of following a fixed speech for a large crowd.

Serrans Towers: a five-minute look at old Valencia

The first listed stop is Torres de Serrans, one of the original 12 gates of Valencia. The stop lasts about five minutes and has no separate admission charge.

This is a short introduction rather than a full monument visit. You will not have time here for a long examination of the towers, but the stop gives the tour a useful starting point. Before you reach Valencia’s modern icons, you see a reminder that the city once had a defensive wall and controlled entrances through monumental gates.

Five minutes is enough for a quick explanation and photographs. If old architecture is your main interest, tell the guide early. The private format may allow a little flexibility, though the tour still needs to cover the route to the gardens and the science complex within its 90-minute schedule.

Turia Gardens: the best part for relaxed riding

The tour then heads into Jardí del Túria, one of Spain’s largest urban parks. The garden occupies the former Turia riverbed, creating a long green corridor through Valencia. The route here lasts around 30 minutes, making it the most active riding section of the experience.

You can expect tropical trees, plants, open paths, Roman ruins, the Palace of Music, and Gulliver Park. The variety is what makes this section work so well. Instead of looking at one monument from a pavement, you keep moving through a changing series of city spaces.

Gulliver Park is especially memorable. Its giant figure, based on the character from Jonathan Swift’s story, turns a familiar tale into a walkable play space. The tour may not include time to explore it fully, but seeing it from the Segway route adds a playful note to an otherwise polished park.

The Palace of Music gives the gardens a more formal architectural touch. Roman remains add a much older layer. Your guide can point out these contrasts while you ride, and several guides have been praised for stopping often to explain trees, flowers, and city details rather than simply leading the group from one address to the next.

This is also where you should pay close attention to the surface ahead. One especially important safety lesson comes from a reported accident in which a rider looked up at the science buildings, caught a wheel on a post, and fell. The guide helped the injured rider reach the museum infirmary, where a nurse treated the wounds, but the incident is a clear reminder: keep both eyes on the path, watch curbs and posts, and make sure your helmet fits properly.

City of Arts and Sciences: 50 minutes of futuristic Valencia

The final major stop is the Ciudad de las Artes y las Ciencias, with about 50 minutes allotted to the complex. This is the visual payoff of the route. The buildings have a sci-fi quality, with sweeping white forms and large pools that make the area feel far removed from the old gates at the start.

The complex is described as an entertainment-based cultural and architectural center. This tour does not include admission to a museum or an aquarium, so think of the stop as an exterior visit with time to look, listen, and take photographs. The guide provides context and helps you understand what you are seeing without requiring you to spend the rest of the day inside a single attraction.

Fifty minutes is a useful amount of time for a first look. You can ride around the main spaces, pause for pictures, and hear explanations about the buildings. If you want a full museum visit, you will need a separate ticket and more time on another day. The strength of this tour is its coverage, not a detailed indoor visit.

The modern architecture also creates the tour’s one clear riding trap. It is easy to look up at the dramatic structures and forget that a Segway still has wheels on the ground. Keep your attention divided between the view and the route. You can always stop before taking a photograph.

Guides, photos, and the value of a private group

The guides are a major part of the experience. David is repeatedly praised for being funny, engaging, and passionate about Valencia. Santiago has led family groups of five, including first-time riders, and has taken group photographs and video while sharing suggestions for places to eat and drink. Euvgny is described as lively and fun, while a French-speaking guide and Sharin have also received warm praise.

The strongest pattern is not a particular script. It is the guide’s ability to make the ride feel personal. Families with teenagers have enjoyed the activity, and one large group received patient help when an adult participant became too nervous to control the Segway alone. That kind of care is especially useful when your group has mixed confidence levels.

The company offers to take photographs and video with a professional camera. That is a valuable extra because nobody has to choose between riding and recording the moment. Ask the guide how this works at the start so you know when to pause for group pictures.

The private setup also lets you request a personal route. Do not expect the tour to become an entirely different excursion, since it still centers on the three main areas, but you can explain your interests before departure. This is one reason the experience works better for families and small groups than a large shared ride.

Is $60.49 a fair price?

At $60.49 per person, this is not the cheapest way to see Valencia. You are paying for a private group, a guide, equipment, training, and the ability to cover a long distance without walking the entire way. You are also paying for convenience: the route connects the old center with the Turia Gardens and the City of Arts and Sciences in one outing.

The value is strongest if you have only a short time in Valencia, dislike long walks, or want an active introduction before choosing which sights deserve a longer visit. A family may also find the price reasonable because the ride itself becomes an attraction, not just transport between monuments.

The value is weaker if you already know the city well, plan to spend hours inside the science museums, or prefer to stop for long periods at each monument. This is a moving overview. It gives you a broad sense of Valencia and plenty of orientation, but it cannot replace a dedicated walking tour of the old center or a full day at the science complex.

Because the tour is often booked 39 days ahead, compare your dates early. A minimum of two people is required, so solo visitors cannot book it alone under the stated terms.

Who should book this tour?

I would choose this for families, couples, and small groups who want an easy introduction to Valencia with a bit of fun built in. It is particularly suitable for first-time Segway riders because training is included, and the guides have experience helping people build confidence.

Teenagers also seem likely to enjoy it. The route includes a giant playground sculpture, dramatic modern buildings, and the simple pleasure of moving quickly through a park. The experience has more energy than a standard walking tour without requiring a full day of physical effort.

You should think twice if you are not comfortable balancing, cannot meet the stated weight limits, or know you will be distracted by taking photographs while riding. Riders must weigh at least 25 kilograms and no more than 130 kilograms. Most people can participate, but the safety rules are real, not decorative.

The tour is also weather-dependent. Valencia’s sunshine can be a gift, but you still need suitable conditions for a safe ride. If poor weather cancels the outing, you will be offered another date or a full refund.

Practical details before you reserve

The activity lasts approximately one hour and 30 minutes, including the route between the stops and the return to the Valencia Segway Anyway office. It starts and ends at C/ de les Carabasses, 15, in Ciutat Vella.

The tour is offered in English and may be operated by a multilingual guide. Confirmation arrives at booking, and the meeting point is near public transportation. Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the start time. Cancellations or changes made within 24 hours are not refunded or accepted under the stated policy.

Wear clothing that lets you move freely, and treat the training seriously even if you have used a Segway before. Keep your helmet snug, slow down near other path users and fixed objects, and stop completely before taking pictures.

Should you book the City of Arts and Sciences Segway Tour?

Book it if you want to cover a lot of Valencia in a short time, prefer a private outing, and like the idea of turning transportation into part of the sightseeing. The combination of old gates, the Turia Gardens, and the futuristic science complex gives you a strong first look at the city.

I would be more cautious if your priority is indoor museum time or detailed architectural study. You will see the City of Arts and Sciences, but you will not have a full museum visit included. For most small groups, though, the private route, patient training, photo help, and adaptable guides make this a good-value introduction, provided you ride with care.

FAQ

Where does the Segway tour begin?

It begins at Valencia Segway Anyway, C/ de les Carabasses, 15, Ciutat Vella, 46003 València, Valencia, Spain.

Where does the tour end?

The activity ends back at the same meeting point.

How long does the experience last?

The tour lasts approximately one hour and 30 minutes.

What places does the route include?

The route includes Torres de Serrans, Jardí del Túria, and the Ciudad de las Artes y las Ciencias.

Is this a private tour?

Yes. Only your own group participates in the activity.

Is training included?

Yes. Extra time for Segway training is provided before departure.

Are helmets and raincoats provided?

Yes. Helmets and raincoats are included.

Is there a minimum group size?

Yes. At least two people are required per booking.

What are the weight limits?

Riders must weigh at least 25 kilograms, or 55 pounds, and no more than 130 kilograms, or 290 pounds.