Zurich Einstein Quest: Self-Guided Family Walk
Overview
Solve a self-guided family walking quest through Zurich as Marcel, a curious 6-year-old in 1884. The clock at St. Peter's has stopped. A man with kind eyes and a violin asks for your help. He turns out to be Albert Einstein, years before he became famous.
Use the Questo app on your phone to follow Einstein across 11 real Zurich landmarks: St. Peter's Church, Paradeplatz, the Fraumünster, Charlemagne's house, the Napfbrunnen, and the ETH university. Solve riddles, decode codes, and walk through Einstein's favorite thought experiments.
Each chapter has its own puzzle and a piece of Zurich history, woven with Einstein's ideas about time, light, and relativity, made simple enough for a six-year-old.
Start anytime, pause whenever, and pick up where you left off. Allow around 60 minutes for the full 1.6 km route through Old Town Zurich.
Family friendly, perfect for parents and kids ages 6+, or anyone wanting Zurich through Einstein's eyes.
What's Included
- Einstein's thought experiments on time, light, and relativity (kid-friendly)
- Real Zurich landmarks: St. Peter's Church, Paradeplatz, Fraumünster, ETH
- Flexible scheduling, start anytime, play at your own pace, pause and resume
- Family friendly, designed for parents and kids ages 6 and up
- Story-driven challenges with Albert Einstein as your mysterious guide
- Self-guided family walking quest in 11 chapters across Zurich
- Live tour guide (self-guided via the app, narrated by Einstein himself)
Meeting Location
Rathausbrücke
8001 Zürich, Switzerland
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Leonhardstrasse 36
8006 Zürich, Switzerland
Follow the instructions inside the Questo mobile app
What To Expect
Book Online
Safe & secure • Easy breezy • Hassle-free
Town Hall (Rathaus) (pass by)
Paradeplatz (pass by)
Münsterbrücke (pass by)
Zentralbibliothek (pass by)
Lenin Apartment Zurich (pass by)
Old Town (pass by)
St. Peter's Church (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Frequently Asked Questions (6)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Zurich Einstein Quest: Self-Guided Family Walk?
Cancellation Policy
Still have questions?
We're here to help.
Activity code: C-107194P50
Traveler Photos
Reviews
Average 4.14 out of 5 stars based on 21 traveler reviews collected by Cool Zurich and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor
Additional Info
Similar Tours & Activities

Witness the awe-inspiring power of Europe’s largest waterfall on a seamless private half-day trip from Zurich to Rhine Falls. Perfect for travelers seeking a quick...
$154

An unforgettable journey through the Alps in the village of Interlaken. Take an independent day trip to explore the mountains. Between Lakes Thun and Brienz,...
$139

Enjoy a carefully curated half-day tour designed for travelers who want to experience Zurich’s highlights efficiently, comfortably, and without rushing. Explore the historic Old Town...
$184

Join us for an unforgettable night of bar-hopping in the vibrant city of Zurich! Get ready to explore the best pubs and bars in town,...
$37
Travelers Who Bought This Tour Also Bought

Immerse yourself in a world of mountains and valleys, alpine lakes and meadows, waterfalls, gorges, caves and fascinating scenic reserves on a guided coach tour...
$116

Discover Zurich, Switzerland’s cultural hub, on a half-day tour including a half-hour Lake Zurich cruise. Begin with a guided coach tour past the National Museum,...
$92

A Swiss chocolate panorma, tasted over a leisury walk. A mini-tour of Swiss chocolate cultures: chocolatiers from Zurich, Neuchâtel, Lucerne, and Italian-speaking Ticino, side by...
$38

This is not a typical city tour — it’s a complete Zurich experience designed to feel almost like a private tour. With small groups, you...
$111






