Philadelphia Art Museum District Segway Tour - Why walk when you can glide!

Philadelphia Art Museum District Segway Day Tour - Fully Guided

Gliding through Philadelphia is the most exciting way to tour one of the oldest cities in the United States. Riding the Segway Human Transporter, I Glide Tours will allow visitors to glide past some of Philadelphia's most memorable sites, such as: The Philadelphia Museum of Art, The Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Boathouse Row and Fairmount Park.

Philadelphia Art Museum District Segway Day Tour

Tour Philadelphia in the most EXCITING & FUN way possible, on the Segway Human Transporter. After a brief training, your experience guide will escort you through Philadelphia's (Art) Museum District speaking to you through state-of-the-art wireless headsets. The historical narrative will entertain you throughout your unforgettable experience.

 

Your experience will include:

• Riding your own Segway HT

• All training and equipment

• State-of-the-Art wireless headset

• An experienced tour guide

• A fun and exciting experience

Sites on the Philadelphia Museum District Day Tour include:

Philadelphia Musuem of Art The Museum is among the largest art museums in the United States. It is located at the west end of the Benjamin Franklin Parkway in Fairmount Park. The Museum was established in 1876 in conjunction with the Centennial Exposition of the same year. Widely regarded as a world-class art institution, the Museum includes not only its iconic Main Building, but also the Rodin Museum and several other historic sites.

The Benjamin Franklin Parkway is a scenic avenue that runs through the cultural heart of the city. The Parkway serves as an integral part of the Museum District of Philadelphia.

Boathouse Row is a historic site located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, on the east bank of the Schuylkill River. It consists of a row of boathouses housing racing shells. Each of the ten boathouses has its own history

Fairmount Park Beginning at the Ben Franklin Parkway, Fairmount Park encompasses more than 8,900 acres of winding creeks, rustic trails, green meadows and 100 miles of recreational trails. The world's largest landscaped urban park also contains early-American mansions, historic landmarks, a variety of outdoor sculpture, playing fields, and 19th-century Victorian structures along Boathouse Row.

The Parkway Museums District includes the Philadelphia Museum of Art, Academy of Natural Sciences, the Rodin Museum, the Franklin Institute, and the main branch of the Free Library of Philadelphia.

Philadelphia Art Museum District Guided Segway Tour Day Tour
March - November: Daily at 10:00am and 1:30pm

Philadelphia Art Museum District Segway Tour at Night
March - November: Nightly at 7:00pm

 

Departure Point: Eakins Oval - Across from The Philadelphia Museum of Art at 2600 Benjamin Franklin Parkway 19130

Parking: There is a parking lot located in Eakins Oval as well as street parking and additional parking at the Philadelphia Museum of Art.

THANKSGIVING WEEK: For all tours November 20^th through November 28^th  tours will start at the Lemon Hill Mansion.  Lemon Hill Mansion - Kelly Dr & Sedgeley Dr, Philadelphia, PA 19130

Other Information:

What is the Segway Human Transporter (HT)?

• The Segway Human Transporter (HT) is the first self-balancing, electric-powered transportation device. With dimensions no larger than the average adult body and the ability to emulate human balance, the Segway HT uses the same space as a pedestrian, and can go wherever a person can walk. The Segway HT allows people at home and at work to go farther and move more quickly.

How does the Segway HT work?

• This breakthrough technology termed "dynamic stabilization," is the essence of the Segway HT. Dynamic stabilization enables the Segway HT to work seamlessly with the body's movements. Gyroscopes and tilt sensors in the unit monitor a rider's center of gravity at about 100 times a second. When the rider leans slightly forward, the Segway HT moves forward. When the rider leans slightly back, the Segway HT moves backward.

How do I learn to ride a Segway HT?

• All customers are required to take a 20-30 minute hands - on training session to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience. Riders are trained on Segway HT operation and emergency stops. All riders are required to wear a helmet and safety vest.

How safe is the Segway HT?

• The utmost care and research has gone into ensuring that the Segway HT is safe. The Segwa HT's balancing technology is truly revolutionary and provides an exceptional riding experience. The Segway HT has redundant systems and sophisticated alerts built into its design, and many thousands of hours of use have demonstrated that the Segway HT is safe when used appropriately. It is important that Segway HT riders understand their responsibility to ride safely. Proper skill level and understanding of the Segway HT prevents injuries caused by loss of control or misuse.

Who can ride the Segway HT?

• Although riding a Segway HT is relatively easy, we do require that all riders be at least 13 years of age (An adult or guardian must accompany children under 18). Also, riders should have the ability to make motions such as climbing and descending stairs without assistance. The Segway HT is not appropriate for those weighing under 100 pounds or over 285 pounds.

What do I wear on the tour?

• We want you to enjoy your Segway HT experience and suggest you wear comfortable clothes and shoes. I Glide will provide state of the art wireless headsets, helmets and safety vests. The Segways HT are equipped with small bags for cameras and small purses. You may wish to wear sunscreen on sunny days, and bring rain gear and/or warm clothing for days that are looking like it might rain or will be cool. For really hot days, I Glide suggests bringing along a bottle of water.

 

Payment:

Your credit card will be charged the total amount of products and services selected at the time of booking. We accept Visa, Mastercard, American Express or Discover Cards.

Confirmation & Travel Voucher:

This tour must be booked at least 24hrs in advance of your travel date. Your confirmation for this product will be received within 12-24 hours subject to availability. You will receive a confirmation email with a link to your E-Ticket Voucher. Print this voucher on and present SIGNED voucher at departure location. Only one voucher will be created per tour or activity for all travelers.

Philadelphia Segway Tour - Terms and Conditions:

Cancellation, Changes to Reservation and No Show Policy: Reservations are fully refundable if the reservation is canceled 3 days / 72 hours or more prior to the scheduled tour.

Within 3 days prior to the scheduled tour, Tour operator will offer you the option to immediately reschedule your tour during the current season or an credit toward a future tour during the current season. You will be charged a $10.00 reschedule fee per person

No shows or cancellations at the start of/during the tour will be charged the full fee.

Tours Run Rain or Shine: Tour operator will determine if the tour is cancelled due to severe weather such as lightning, flooding, etc.., Call Tour operator 1 - 2 hours prior to the tour departure time to confirm a tour delay or cancellation. If Tour Operator cancels the tour, there will be no reschedule fee.

Rain Ponchos are available for anyone that needs them and Segways are just fine in all weather.

Company reserves the right to cancel any tour due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. A full refund will be available if company cancels the tour.

A minimum of two participants is required to conduct a tour.

Company reserves the right to refuse participation to anyone who, in the opinion of a company representative, is incapable or unable to safely ride a Segway.

Segway riders must weigh more than 100 lbs and less than 275 lbs.

All riders MUST be at least 13 years of age.

Riders under 18 years of age must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Segway riding is not recommended for pregnant women.

Segway tours are not recommended for anyone over the age of 70.

All riders are required to undertake supervised training by a company representative and will be required to wear safety headgear while on the Segway.

Riders are responsible for all damage to equipment and will be required to pay damage fees as assessed by a company manager

Riders will be required to sign a waiver of liability.

Meals, Gratuities and Souvenirs are not included.

Tours may depart from an alternate start location when a special event is taking place in the oval. you will recieve advance notice and direction to the parking lot of the Lemon Hill Mansion. Located about a mile north of the regular departure location.

NOTE: Local company phone number(s), email address, tour start address information along with detailed instructions will be provided on your confirmation voucher.

All company policies can be found at www.tourcorp.com, and are part of this tour purchase.