Is previous Segway experience required?

No prior experience is needed; all participants receive a safety briefing and practice session.

What is the minimum and maximum weight for riders?

Riders should weigh between 35 and 90 kilograms to safely operate the Segway X2 models.

Are helmets provided during the tour?

Yes, helmets are provided and mandatory for all riders for safety.

Is the tour suitable for children?

The tour is recommended for individuals who meet the weight requirements; contact Tejo Tourism for details on age-specific policies.

How many people are in each tour group?

Group sizes vary but are kept small enough to ensure individual attention and safety.

Are there any accessibility accommodations?

Please contact Tejo Tourism directly to discuss any specific accessibility needs.

Segway Tour Through Lisbon’s Castelo with Tejo Tourism

Perched above Lisbon’s historic Alfama district, the Castillo de São Jorge ranks among the city’s most compelling viewpoints and cultural landmarks. Tejo Tourism’s “Streets of Castelo” Segway tour offers a paced, immersive way to navigate this intricate patchwork of ancient streets, whitewashed homes, and hidden Roman roads without the exhaustion a traditional hike demands. Over an hour and a half, guests glide past the fortress’s medieval walls, stopping at highlights like the Graça belvedere where sweeping vistas of the Tagus River unfurl, and the Sé de Lisboa Cathedral, a striking Gothic monument anchoring the neighborhood’s spiritual heritage.

The route also touches quiet spots like the convent of Santa Mónica and the scenic Portas do Sol viewpoint, both offering rich historical context delivered through expert local guides speaking clear English. This slower-paced Segway experience ensures you absorb Lisbon’s layered history rather than just pass through it. With Segway X2 all-terrain models and protective helmets, the excursion balances adventure, safety, and cultural discovery in one seamless loop.

What sets this tour apart is its niche within Lisbon’s broader outdoor recreation scene—as a gateway to urban historical exploration that’s accessible, eco-friendly, and high-tech. Tejo Tourism’s commitment to clear audio guides improves engagement and fosters a strong connection to place. Perfect for adventurers who want active city immersion without the fatigue of navigating steep, cobbled streets on foot, this outing reveals Lisbon’s quieter corners alongside its iconic sights.

Whether you’re drawn to archaeological layers beneath the castle or the lively authenticity of Alfama’s street life, the Streets of Castelo tour with Tejo Tourism delivers an unforgettable adventure where history and movement intertwine in the capital’s heart.

About Tejo Tourism

Tejo Tourism is a Lisbon-based tour operator offering guided tours and day trips across Lisbon and nearby destinations. The company organizes a wide range of themed experiences, including gastronomic walks, Jewish heritage tours, Belém sightseeing, fado and medieval neighborhood explorations, urban art routes, and coastal and cultural day trips such as Sintra, Cascais, Arrábida, Setúbal and Fátima.

Tejo Tourism provides tours in multiple languages — English, French, Spanish and Portuguese — and operates varied formats that appear in the trip listings, including walking tours, Segway rides and Tuk Tuk excursions. Many itineraries focus on Lisbon neighborhoods and landmarks: Alfama, Mouraria, Castelo, Chiado, Príncipe Real, Belém, Avenida da Liberdade and the riverside. Gastronomic options highlight Portuguese specialties such as pastéis de nata and local wines; heritage routes visit historic sites like Jerónimos Monastery, Belém Tower and local synagogues.

Descriptions of tours indicate guided commentary and local knowledge, with experiences designed for travelers seeking cultural context, food tasting and panoramic viewpoints. Trip names and summaries show coverage of short city tours, multilingual guided visits and extended regional excursions that connect Lisbon with nearby coastal and historical sites.

All information on this page is based on Tejo Tourism’s published trip names and summaries. The presentation here summarizes those offerings factually to help travelers identify the right Lisbon and regional experience.

Listings include themed small-group city tours and private options as indicated in individual trip descriptions, and highlight culinary, historical, scenic and cultural elements across urban and regional itineraries for varied traveler interests today.