Is prior Segway experience necessary?

No, all participants receive instruction and safety briefing before the tour begins.

Is the tour suitable for children?

Yes, children aged 12 and above can participate, provided they meet safety requirements.

How physically demanding is the ride?

The activity is easy and designed for most fitness levels, with no strenuous effort involved.

What happens if it rains?

Tours may be canceled or rescheduled in case of heavy rain or thunderstorms for safety reasons.

Are there options for combining the tour with food tastings?

Yes, Velo Service offers add-on experiences like street food tastings and cooking lessons.

Do I need to bring my own safety gear?

All necessary safety equipment, including helmets, is provided by the tour operator.

Bari Segway Tour by Velo Service – Discover Italy’s Historic Waterfront

Set against the vibrant backdrop of Bari, a bustling port city in southern Italy, Velo Service offers an energetic way to uncover its most iconic sights. Their one-hour Segway tour delivers a perfect blend of city sightseeing and hands-on fun, making it an ideal activity for visitors seeking a dynamic introduction to Bari’s historic streets. As you step onto your electric Segway, glide smoothly along tree-lined avenues and narrow alleys, passing by centuries-old structures that tell stories of Mediterranean commerce and culture. Highlights include the Basilica di San Nicola, an architectural marvel revered as a spiritual gateway for pilgrims, and the Normanno-Svevo Castle, a formidable fortress that once guarded the city’s strategic harbor. Velo Service’s guided ride offers insights into Bari’s layered history, from Roman roots to medieval influences, all while maintaining a lively pace. An added touch of local flavor comes with optional traditional pasta-making lessons or street food tastings, turning a short tour into a memorable culinary adventure. Their strategic location near the city’s busiest streets makes this activity accessible and easy to incorporate into any travel schedule. Suitable for almost all ages and fitness levels, the tour encourages participants to embrace a sense of adventure while enjoying Bari’s scenic views. Velo Service specializes in creating fun, informative experiences that highlight the city’s unique charm—making them a standout choice for travelers eager to see more in less time, with a little extra adrenaline. Whether it’s your first time in Bari or you’re a returning visitor, their engaging approach helps cast the city in a fresh light, blending outdoor activity, cultural immersion, and delicious bites into one seamless experience. For anyone craving an active way to soak up Bari’s history and vibrancy, this Segway tour offers a lively, practical, and genuinely fun introduction to Italy’s southern coast.

About Velo Service

Velo Service is a bike rental and tour operator based in Lecce, Puglia, offering a wide range of cycling and urban mobility experiences across Puglia and Bari. The company provides trekking bikes, city bikes, family options and cargo solutions like bike-rickshaws and cargo bikes for short rides or utility use. Rentals range from one-hour city trips to multi-day hires (up to seven days), and safety gear and complimentary city maps are included to support independent exploration.

Guided options include 2-hour and longer guided bicycle tours of Bari and Lecce, specialized experiences such as Segway tours, risciò (bike-rickshaw) city rides, street food tours, and themed cultural routes like archaeological or shopping itineraries. Culinary activity choices pair cycling or walking with hands-on cooking lessons — for example, orecchiette and focaccia workshops — and often include tastings such as Primitivo wine and gelato.

Velo Service also coordinates transfers for day trips to regional highlights like Alberobello, Polignano a Mare, the Caves of Castellana and Matera, connecting bike rental convenience with wider sightseeing. Availability includes weekday and evening options for select services (for example, risciò rentals on Tuesday evenings); booking in advance is recommended for specialized tours and private experiences.

All descriptions above are factual to the available offerings. Velo Service serves visitors seeking flexible, active and culinary ways to discover Puglia, combining equipment rental, local route knowledge and curated small-group or private experiences. Maintenance services are available through the Velo Città Velofficina workshop for repairs and bike servicing during rentals. Staff provide route tips.