City of Arts and Sciences Private Segway Tour

Valencia’s old city, park, and futuristic museum district fit neatly into this private 90-minute Segway ride. You begin near Serrans Towers, glide through the Turia Gardens, and finish among the striking buildings of the City of Arts and Sciences. The route gives you a quick visual tour of several very different sides of Valencia.

I like the extra training time, especially if you have never used a Segway, and I like the private format, which lets your guide adjust the route for your group. David, Santiago, and Euvgny are among the guides praised for humor, local knowledge, photos, and friendly help. The main consideration is safety: you must watch the path closely around posts, curbs, and edges, and the tour requires good weather.

Key points to know before you book

• Three very different Valencia sights: See Serrans Towers, the Turia Gardens, and the City of Arts and Sciences in one outing.
• Private means flexible: Your guide can plan a personal route for your group and adjust stops to suit your interests.
• Training comes first: Extra practice time is included before you leave the office.
• A good choice for families: Teenagers and mixed-age groups can cover more ground without a long walking tour.
• Photos and video are available: The company offers pictures and video made with a professional camera.
• Watch the ground, not only the architecture: The Segway is easy to operate, but attention matters around curbs, posts, and narrow edges.

From Serrans Towers into modern Valencia

The tour begins at C/ de les Carabasses, 15, in Valencia’s Ciutat Vella. That location puts you near the old center, while the route itself quickly reaches the broad green corridor of the Turia Gardens and then the modern City of Arts and Sciences.

Before departure, you receive a helmet and a short training session. Extra time is allowed for practice, so first-time riders are not expected to jump on and immediately keep pace with the group. This is one of the tour’s most useful features. A Segway responds to small shifts in your weight, and a few calm minutes with the guide can make the rest of the ride much more relaxed.

The tour is private, with a minimum booking of two people. That makes it a better fit for couples, families, and small groups than for solo visitors. A group of seven can also book together, and the guide can keep the outing focused on your own pace rather than on strangers.

The tour is offered in English, and it may be operated by a multilingual guide. Named guides praised for their warm style include David, Santiago, Euvgny, and Sharin. The exact guide depends on the date, but you can expect an entertaining, informative approach rather than a formal lecture.

Your first listed stop is Serrans Towers, one of the original 12 gates of Valencia. The stop lasts about five minutes, so this is an introduction to the city’s medieval defenses, not a long visit inside a monument. Admission is included because there is no separate ticket charge for the stop.

The brief pause works well at the start. It gives you a sense of old Valencia before the ride heads into the former riverbed. If you want a detailed exploration of the towers, this tour will not replace a dedicated walking visit, but it does give you a useful landmark and a quick photo opportunity.

Riding through the Turia Gardens

The Turia Gardens are the main stretch of the tour, with about 30 minutes in the park. The space was created in the old Turia riverbed and is one of Spain’s largest urban parks. You pass tropical trees and plants, Roman ruins, the Palace of Music, and Gulliver Park.

This is where a Segway earns its keep. The park gives you room to move between sights that would take longer on foot, without the enclosed feeling of a vehicle. You can also stop often, which matters because the garden is not just a single attraction. It is a long green route with small details scattered along the way.

Your guide may point out flowers, trees, and features that are easy to pass without noticing. One guide, Euvgny, is described as lively and fun, while David is praised for sharing historical facts and showing passion for Valencia. Those details matter because a ride through a park can otherwise become little more than transport.

Gulliver Park is one of the most unusual sights along the route. Its giant figure from the famous story gives the park a playful quality, and it is especially appealing for families with children. The itinerary does not promise time for using the play area, so think of it as a sightseeing stop unless your guide has arranged otherwise.

The park section also gives your guide room to tailor the outing. You might spend more time on plants, music, history, or photo stops, depending on your group. The tour includes the possibility of planning a personal route, but it is wise to explain your priorities at the beginning, before the group sets off.

There is one important safety lesson here. The path can include edges, posts, curbs, and other obstacles. One serious accident occurred when a rider looked away from the path to admire the buildings and caught a wheel on a post. The guide helped arrange medical attention, and the rider credited the helmet with preventing a worse injury.

That incident should not put you off the tour, but it does show why the safety briefing matters. Keep both eyes on your route while moving. Stop before looking up at the architecture, and make sure your helmet fits firmly. Experience on a Segway can make you confident, but confidence should not replace care.

Arriving at the City of Arts and Sciences

The final major stop lasts about 50 minutes at the City of Arts and Sciences. This entertainment and cultural complex is known for its sci-fi style architecture, bright open spaces, and large modern structures. It feels completely different from Serrans Towers and the historic park.

You will view the Prince Felipe Science Museum and the surrounding complex from outside. Admission to the tour stop is free, but the activity does not include entry to the museum or other ticketed attractions within the complex. If you want to visit the interiors, plan that as a separate activity and allow more time than this tour provides.

The 50-minute stop is long enough for photos and a closer look at the buildings. Your guide can explain what you are seeing and help frame pictures. The company also offers to take photos and video with a professional camera, a useful extra if you want images of the whole group riding together.

This is likely the visual high point of the route. The architecture is large, dramatic, and easy to appreciate from a Segway because you can cover the open area without tiring your legs. Still, the attraction is more about exterior design on this tour than museum content. Book it for the contrast between old Valencia and futuristic Valencia, not as a substitute for a full science museum visit.

After the stop, you ride back to the Valencia Segway Anyway office at the original meeting point. The activity ends there, so you can continue on foot or use nearby public transportation afterward.

What private touring adds

The private format is more than a label here. The guide can plan a route for your group, change the pace, and make stops that suit your interests. A family with teenagers might want more time around Gulliver Park and the modern buildings, while adults interested in city history might prefer more explanation at Serrans Towers and along the old riverbed.

Private touring also helps with first-time riders. Santiago guided a family of five who had never used Segways, and the group found the machines easy after training. Another guide helped a nervous rider stay with the group by assisting with the Segway while riding alongside. That kind of personal attention is harder to provide on a large shared outing.

The private setup is especially useful if your group includes different ages or confidence levels. You can ask the guide to slow down, stop more often, or spend extra time taking pictures. You should still be clear about what you need, since route flexibility works best when you discuss it before departure.

The tour’s highly positive rating and full recommendation rate point to a consistent strength: guides make the ride enjoyable. David is repeatedly praised for being funny and engaging. Santiago is singled out for friendliness, photos, video, and restaurant suggestions. Sharin led a German-speaking group, and a French-speaking guide was also available for one outing.

Do not expect the same guide every time, and do not assume every guide will provide the same language unless it is confirmed. The listed language is English, with multilingual operation possible.

Is $60.49 a fair price?

At $60.49 per person, this is not the cheapest way to see Valencia, but the price is reasonable if you value private guiding and efficient sightseeing. In 90 minutes, you cover an old city gate, a major urban park, Gulliver Park, the Palace of Music area, and the City of Arts and Sciences.

The value is strongest for families and small groups who would otherwise pay for several separate activities or spend much of their morning walking between districts. You also receive equipment, training, a guide, and the chance to request photos and video.

The price is less attractive if you already know Valencia well, dislike guided activities, or want to spend serious time inside the museums. The ride gives you orientation and exterior sightseeing. It does not include museum admission, a long stop at Serrans Towers, or a full walking tour of the old center.

I would consider booking ahead. The experience is booked an average of 39 days in advance, which suggests that popular dates may fill before you arrive. Confirmation is provided when you book, and the mobile ticket makes the meeting process simple.

Who will enjoy this ride most?

This tour suits you if you want to see several districts without committing to a long walking route. It is a strong option for families with teenagers, couples who prefer a private outing, and groups with limited time in Valencia. One family with three teens found the Segways particularly appealing, and another group described the ride as the most fun part of a 10-day trip through Spain.

It also works well during a short port or city stop. The route provides a quick sense of Valencia, and guides may offer suggestions for food and drinks afterward. You will not see every major sight, but you will understand how the historic center connects with the Turia Gardens and the newer cultural district.

You should be comfortable following safety instructions and keeping your attention on the path. Most people can participate, but there is a weight limit: riders must weigh at least 25 kilograms, or 55 pounds, and no more than 130 kilograms, or 290 pounds.

The tour requires at least two people per booking, so it is not designed for a solo reservation. It is near public transportation, and the office can hold luggage, which may help if you are arriving with bags or heading somewhere else afterward.

Weather, timing, and practical details

Good weather is required. If poor weather cancels the tour, you will be offered another date or a full refund. You can also cancel for a full refund if you do so at least 24 hours before the start time.

Raincoats are included, but that does not mean the tour runs in every kind of weather. Ask about conditions if your plans are tight, especially if you are arranging the ride around a ship departure or another timed activity.

The full outing lasts about an hour and a half. The timing includes training, the short Serrans Towers stop, the longer Turia Gardens ride, the City of Arts and Sciences visit, and the return to the office. Allow a little extra time around the scheduled duration if you have a firm appointment afterward.

You receive a helmet and raincoat, and the office may hold luggage. A mobile ticket is accepted. The meeting point is C/ de les Carabasses, 15, Ciutat Vella, 46003 València, Valencia, Spain, and the tour returns there.

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

Book it if you want a lively overview of Valencia, especially if you are short on time or traveling with family. The private route, extra training, helpful guides, and mix of historic and futuristic sights give the experience more substance than a simple ride through a park.

Skip it if your priority is spending hours inside the Science Museum, examining historic buildings at length, or exploring entirely on foot. Also think twice if you are uneasy on wheeled equipment or likely to lose focus around obstacles.

For most active visitors, I see this as a practical first look at Valencia. Tell the guide what matters to you, wear the helmet securely, keep your eyes on the path, and use the private format to make the route your own.

FAQ

Where does the City of Arts and Sciences Segway Tour start?

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

Where does the tour end?

The activity ends back at the Valencia Segway Anyway office, at the original meeting point.

How long does the tour last?

The tour lasts approximately one hour and 30 minutes, including training, the route, stops, and the return to the office.

Is the tour private?

Yes. Only your group participates, and a minimum of two people is required per booking.

What sights are included?

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

What happens if the weather is poor?

The tour requires good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you will be offered a different date or a full refund. You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the start time.