Dubrovnik: Segway – Hidden Bays & Promenade Guided Tour

Dubrovnik’s Old Town gets the glory, but this Segway tour through Lapad shows you a quieter, more open side of the city. You ride from Hotel Uvala along the promenade, past Gruž port, small docks, forest paths, beaches, and a string of coastal bays. It is a good way to cover ground without turning the day into a long walk.

I like the patient training and the small groups, limited to 10 people. I also like the route’s mix of scenery: working port, Mediterranean homes, wooded tracks, beaches, and sea views. The main drawback is location. You meet in Lapad, not by the Old Town, so you need to allow for the trip across town. At $78 per person, the price is fair if you value the guide and the amount of coast covered, but it is not a bargain ride around central Dubrovnik.

Key points to know before you book

• Start at Hotel Uvala in Lapad: The tour begins and ends at Masarykov put 5A, making it convenient if you stay in Lapad.
• Learn before you ride: A training session comes first, and beginners usually need only a few minutes to feel comfortable.
• See more than the Old Town: The route reaches Gruž, Solitudo, Copacabana, Coral Beach, Sunset Beach, and several smaller bays.
• Leo is the guide to look for: He is repeatedly praised for being calm, patient, friendly, and good at adjusting the pace to the group.
• Expect varied riding surfaces: You use promenades, roads, pavements, forest tracks, and rougher paths.
• Best for active visitors aged 10 and up: The tour is not suitable for young children, pregnant women, wheelchair users, or people with mobility impairments.

Why this is a smart way to see Dubrovnik beyond the Old Town

Dubrovnik can feel crowded around its famous walls, especially when several cruise ships are in port. This ride takes you away from the busiest sights and into Lapad, where the pace is slower and the scenery changes every few minutes.

You are not getting a history-heavy tour of the city walls. Instead, you get a local view of everyday coastal Dubrovnik: apartment hotels, traditional Mediterranean houses, boats tied to small docks, beaches, restaurant areas, and paths beside the water. That difference matters. If you have already walked the Old Town, this tour gives you a fresh picture of the city.

The route also works well early in your stay. You can spot beaches, bars, restaurants, and walking paths that you may want to return to later. Several people have used the ride to get their bearings, then stayed in the Lapad area for lunch and the rest of the afternoon.

The tour has a very strong rating of 4.9 from 72 reviews, and the praise is remarkably consistent. The main reasons are simple: the guide takes time with beginners, the scenery is attractive, and you cover a lot of ground in two hours.

Getting comfortable on the Segway at Hotel Uvala

Your guide meets you in the lobby of Hotel Uvala, at Masarykov put 5A. This is both the starting and finishing point, so you do not need to arrange a second pickup elsewhere.

If you have never used a Segway, do not let that stop you. The tour begins with a training session on the Segway PT i2. You learn how to move, steer, slow down, and stop before setting off. The most useful part is the chance to practice until you feel ready, rather than being pushed straight into traffic or onto a busy path.

Leo is often singled out for his calm manner and patient instruction. That matters because the first few minutes can feel odd. The machine responds to your balance and body movement, not to a conventional handlebar or pedal system. Once you understand that, the controls tend to feel natural.

You also receive a helmet and a small front bag. The bag is useful for small personal items, but you should still travel light. You will want both hands available and your camera easy to reach during stops.

Before training begins, you must sign a disclaimer covering the general terms and conditions. It is a routine requirement, but it is worth knowing in advance.

Lapad Promenade and the first coastal views

The ride heads down toward the Promenade, a popular street beside Lapad Bay with bars and restaurants. This is an easy introduction to the area. You get a feel for Lapad’s holiday side, with places to eat and drink, while the water and shore keep the route scenic.

I like this opening because it gives you useful information for later in your trip. If you are staying in or near Lapad, you can return to the Promenade on foot or by local transport and explore at your own speed.

The early part of the route is also where your guide can settle the group into a comfortable rhythm. A small group makes a difference here. With no more than 10 participants, the guide can keep an eye on less experienced riders and stop when someone needs more time.

Do not expect a fast, sporty ride. The point is to enjoy the views and move steadily through the district. If you are new to Segways, you will probably appreciate the relaxed pace.

Gruž port, small boats, and everyday Dubrovnik

From Lapad, the route continues toward Gruž, Dubrovnik’s main port. This section changes the mood. Instead of only resort scenery, you see a working part of the city, with boats, docks, and traditional Mediterranean houses along the water.

Gruž is useful context for Dubrovnik. It is not simply a transport point for ferries and cruise passengers. It is also part of the city’s daily life, and riding beside the port lets you see a less polished, more ordinary side of the coast.

The sea remains close, and there are several chances to stop for photographs. Your guide also provides local information and practical suggestions about places to eat and visit. The exact amount of commentary will depend on the group and pace, but the tour is designed to include more than just a ride.

This is one of the parts that makes the tour a good first activity. You can see how Lapad and Gruž fit together, rather than treating each area as a separate point on a map.

Solitudo and the forest track to the beaches

After Gruž, the route turns toward Camp Solitudo and follows a forest road. This adds welcome variety. You are no longer simply using a promenade or paved urban route. The track gives the ride a more outdoorsy feel without turning it into a demanding off-road trip.

The terrain is described as a mix of pavements, roads, rough tracks, and forest paths. Experienced Segway riders should find it straightforward, while beginners may want to pay close attention to the guide’s instructions. You should be comfortable standing for much of the two-hour outing and making small balance adjustments.

The path leads toward Copacabana Beach and Coral Beach. Copacabana is a good place for a scenic pause, while Coral Beach is noted for its attractive setting and sea views. These stops are less about formal sightseeing and more about seeing Dubrovnik’s coastline from different angles.

Bring sun protection and water, particularly in summer. The tour is outdoors for the full two hours, and the coast can be bright even when the ride itself feels easy.

Copacabana and Coral Beach photo stops

The beaches are among the strongest parts of the route for photography. You get open views, clear coastal scenery, and a break from the more built-up sections around Lapad and Gruž.

You should not think of these as long beach visits. The schedule is built around riding, short stops, and sightseeing rather than swimming or spending an hour on the shore. If you want a proper beach day, plan to return after the tour.

That said, the stops have real value. A quick visit can help you decide which parts of the coast deserve more time later. The route also gives you views that are difficult to collect on foot in only two hours.

The ride is particularly suited to people who enjoy taking pictures but do not want a full photography excursion. There are frequent scenic pauses, and the Segway lets you move between viewpoints faster than walking.

The sea path back toward Sunset Beach

The final section returns toward the Promenade on a walking trail beside the water. This is one of the prettiest parts of the experience, with small bays and changing views along the shoreline.

The word hidden is used for these bays in the tour description, but you should picture modest coves and tucked-away coastal spots rather than untouched beaches. Their appeal is the feeling of finding quieter corners close to a developed part of Dubrovnik.

The trail also gives you a different riding experience from the outward route. You have already learned how the Segway responds, so you can focus more on the view and less on the controls. Still, keep your eyes on the path. The route includes uneven sections, and a Segway requires attention around other people, walls, parked vehicles, and changes in surface.

The last stop is Sunset Beach before you return to Hotel Uvala. The name makes this sound like an evening-only activity, but the tour can run at different starting times depending on availability. Do not assume your scheduled ride will finish at sunset.

What the guide adds to the ride

The guide is central to the experience. The route itself is attractive, but a poor guide could make a Segway trip feel rushed or awkward. Here, Leo is repeatedly praised for being relaxed, funny, patient, and calm with first-time riders.

He also adds local suggestions. You may receive tips about restaurants, beaches, the surrounding area, or Croatian wine regions. This is not a formal food tour, so do not book it expecting tastings or a long lecture. The value is in the casual advice you can use after the ride.

A good guide also knows when to stop talking. The tour includes scenic views, photo breaks, and time to enjoy the coast. Leo’s ability to read the group is especially useful if one person is nervous or another wants more information.

The small-group format supports that style. You could have a private-feeling ride if few people book that time, or share it with a larger group of up to 10. The exact group size is not guaranteed, but the cap keeps it from becoming a large procession.

Is $78 a fair price?

At $78 per person for two hours, this is not the cheapest way to see Lapad. You could walk parts of the area at no cost, use local transport, or explore one beach at a time.

The price makes more sense if you value three things: instruction, local guidance, and distance covered. You receive the Segway, training, helmet, front bag, and guide. You also reach several coastal areas in one outing, including places you might not visit if you stayed around the Old Town.

The tour is especially good value for a first morning in Dubrovnik. It helps you understand the area quickly, and you can return to the beaches or restaurants that catch your eye. It is less compelling if you already know Lapad well or only want a short ride with no sightseeing.

Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the start, and you can reserve now and pay later. In heavy rain, the tour is postponed. Those terms are useful in Dubrovnik, where coastal weather can change and outdoor activities are best kept flexible.

Who should choose this tour?

I would recommend it to couples, families with older children, and friends who want something more active than a standard walking tour. Children must be at least 10 years old. One family group included children aged 11 and 14, and both managed the Segways after the training.

It also suits nervous beginners. The ride is not presented as an extreme activity, and the guide allows time to practice. Still, you should be able to stand, balance, steer, and manage uneven surfaces.

You should skip it if you are pregnant, use a wheelchair, have a mobility impairment, or weigh more than 287 pounds, or 130 kilograms. The tour is also not right for anyone who dislikes outdoor heat, coastal paths, or learning a new vehicle in a public setting.

If you are staying in the Old Town, allow time to reach Hotel Uvala in Lapad. A taxi or ride-hailing car may be the simplest option, but the tour price does not include transport to the meeting point.

Final call: book it for the coast, not the monuments

Book this tour if you want to see Dubrovnik’s coast beyond the Old Town and like the idea of moving through several neighborhoods in one morning or afternoon. The patient instruction, small groups, and route through Gruž, Solitudo, Copacabana, Coral Beach, and Sunset Beach give it more substance than a simple Segway spin.

I would choose it early in a Dubrovnik stay, especially if you want restaurant, beach, and walking suggestions from a local guide. Skip it if your time is limited to the Old Town, if you need a fully accessible activity, or if $78 feels too high for two hours outdoors.

For the right visitor, it is a fun and efficient way to get a broader sense of Dubrovnik, with plenty of sea views and enough local detail to shape the rest of your trip.

FAQ

Where does the Segway tour start?

The guide meets you in the lobby of Hotel Uvala at Masarykov put 5A in Lapad. The tour also finishes at the same address.

How long does the tour last?

The scheduled duration is two hours. Starting times depend on availability.

Is the tour suitable for beginners?

Yes. A training session takes place before the ride begins, and the guide gives you time to practice. The Segways are described as easy to manage once you become familiar with the controls.

What places does the route visit?

The route includes the Lapad Promenade, Gruž port, Camp Solitudo, Copacabana Beach, Coral Beach, a coastal walking trail with small bays, and Sunset Beach.

What is included in the price?

The tour includes a Segway PT i2, local English-speaking guide, training session, helmet, and front bag.

Who cannot take part?

The activity is not suitable for children under 10, pregnant women, people with mobility impairments, wheelchair users, or people weighing over 287 pounds, or 130 kilograms.