About this experience
Want to see as many highlights of Vienna in a couple of hours as you wouldn't cover in half a day? Let's ride through the imperial capital on a bike or Segway, enjoying the delightful architecture, fascinating stories, and thrilling ride! If your romance with the city is just beginning, we will glide through the luxurious Ringstrasse, exploring Vienna's landmarks and chatting about its history. Seasoned travelers will uncover unconventional and secret spots of the city on a custom route through the 2nd district.
What to Expect
We will ride bicycles or Segways along one of two immersive routes. Choose the one that suits you best:
Imperial Splendor of Ringstrasse Street
We will pass through a district of Vienna that is home to a huge number of attractions. You will see the former imperial residence Hofburg, the luxurious Vienna State Opera, the city hall and parliament, the Museum of Art History and the Museum of Natural History, the University of Vienna, the most colorful house in Vienna – Hundertwasser House, and other iconic landmarks of the city! While admiring architectural masterpieces, we will discuss Austria's history and the city's musical soul. You will not only learn interesting historical facts but also receive practical tips to help plan your further travels in Vienna.
Unusual Vienna on the Streets of the 2nd District
This custom route will allow you to explore corners of Vienna that most tourists never even think of, usually limiting themselves to the city center. You will visit the Prater amusement park, discover a Venetian palace in Vienna, take a look at the famous Riesenrad Ferris wheel, and the house where Johann Strauss II lived. We will definitely have a breezy ride along the Danube Canal and explore Vienna's modern district with skyscrapers. Along the way, we will discuss what the city is currently like, how Austrians enjoy their leisure time, and whether it's true that time has stopped in Vienna, surrounded only by baroque palaces.
Who Will Enjoy This Tour
- Thanks to the two route options, the tour will be interesting for those who want to see the main attractions of Vienna and for fans of off-the-beaten-path spots in the city.
- Even if you have never ridden a Segway before, don't worry: at the beginning of the tour, you will receive training. Usually, it takes 5-10 minutes to understand how to operate them.
Organizational Details
- The rental of Segways/bikes is not included in the tour price and is paid for by the participants (I can help you with booking Segways/bikes).
When choosing a bike tour:
- The cheapest bike rentals are city bikes, costing 1 euro per hour. Each bike is registered to a bank card, meaning each tour participant must have their own card. The bikes are heavy but suitable for city use. There are no bikes for children.
- You can also rent a bike from the company (https://www.donkey.bike/de/stadte/fahrradverleih-wien/) – 7 euros for 2 hours and 10 euros up to 6 hours. You need to install the app for payment via a bank card.
When choosing a Segway tour:
- The cost of renting a Segway ranges from 60 to 100 euros depending on the number of hours/participants. Please confirm the final cost with the guide.
- Note: Segway rental works from April 1st to October 31st on weekdays from 9:30 to 17:00, on weekends and holidays from 10:00 to 17:00.
- Cancellations of Segway bookings are possible only 24 hours before the tour.
- It is recommended to wear comfortable footwear without high heels. Helmets are provided as safety measures.
- Segways can only be used by individuals weighing between 45 and 110 kg, but there is one company renting Segways for children starting from 25 kg.
- The tour is not recommended for pregnant women.
- Children and teenagers from 12 to 18 years old can participate only accompanied by parents.
