Paris Segway Tours

ABOVE: A mini-convoy of Segway scooters near the Eiffel Tower in Paris.

"Be footloose in Paris, without getting footsore." That could be the motto of City Segway Tours, which brings a high-tech twist to urban sightseeing.

City Segway Tours has a fleet of Segway Human Transporters, more commonly known as "Segway scooters." These state-of-the-art electric two-wheelers use onboard computers, gyroscopes, and tilt sensors to maintain balance as you roll through Paris on sidewalks and park paths. Segway's promotional video explains the concept: "When you lean back, the Segway HT moves forward. Lean back, it moves back. Shift your weight counter to the motion, and it comes to a stop." (You can even cut doughnuts with the Segway, though that probably isn't a good idea in the heart of Paris.)

Two guided itineraries are available, each lasting four to five hours. From March 1 through December 15, a day tour begins at 10:30 a.m.. From April 1 through October 31, a night tour starts at 6:30 p.m. Both tours include a 30-minute orientation session. After the orientation, you and your Segway will glide past the Eiffel Tower, Napoleon's Tomb, the Invalides, the Louvre, the Arc de Triomphe, the Place de la Concorde, and other Parisian landmarks.

You can book Segway tours through Viator, our booking partner for European sightseeing tours and day trips. Pricing is in euros, British pounds, U.S. dollars, or Australian dollars.

Because the Segway tours are limited to 8 participants, it's a good idea to book early.

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