Great route to spot the attractions of Geneva. And eaay enough for children. would have loved to have more details on the story like what piece we get after each quest.
Explore Geneva.
Discover Geneva through local stories and clues hidden in the places around you. Pick a walking adventure and explore at your own pace.
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The Dark History of Geneva
EN · FR
Geneva Virus Run: Stop the Infection
EN · FR · DE
The Geneva Timepiece
EN
Murder Mystery: Death in the Shadows in Geneva
EN · DE · ES · FR · RO · IT
What players say about Geneva
great way to see some of Geneva, clear and helpful map
c’est cooooooooooooooooool
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A city walk. With a plot twist.
Don’t just visit Geneva. Play it.
Turn a walk into an adventure with the Questo app. Follow a story, explore real places and solve puzzles along the way.
Find places worth noticing
Look closer at landmarks and corners you might otherwise walk past.
Step into a story
Uncover local stories or take on a fictional mission. You choose the adventure.
Solve it together
Follow clues, connect the dots and share that “we got it!” moment.
Places to discover in Geneva
Follow clues through real places and discover the stories behind them. Here’s a glimpse of Geneva.
Place de Neuve
Place de Neuve is Geneva's cultural heart, a grand square framed by the city's most important performance…
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Maison Tavel is the oldest house in Geneva and one of the finest medieval residences in Switzerland.
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Visit L'Ancien Arsenal, Geneva's historic arsenal building, a structure once storing weapons and military…
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The people behind the places
Your city has stories. Meet its storytellers.
Discover Geneva through the eyes of the people creating its quests. Their curiosity becomes your next adventure.
Quests are reviewed and play-tested before they become paid experiences.
Your city. Your stories. Someone’s next adventure.
Know a corner of Geneva worth discovering? Build a quest, earn when people play, and help turn your city into a playground.
Questo City Stories Index
Geneva, measured on foot.
Explore its stories, places and walking data, and see how Geneva compares with other cities.
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Where next?
Find a city nearby to play with your family and friends.
A walk with a plot twist
Look up.
Lean in.
Play along.
Find a quest. Follow clues in the app. Discover the city as you play.
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Choose your quest
Pick a city, a story and your language.
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Explore and solve
Follow the app. Find clues in the streets.
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Go at your pace
Stop for coffee. Pick up where you left off.
Name the creature.
I’m a majestic beast, swift and bold,
In fields of green, my tale unfolds.
A noble creature, with hooves that prance,
A symbol of freedom in every glance.
I can move swiftly, by day or night,
Chasing the wind, my spirit takes flight.
Though I may be pure, like snow, of course,
Can you guess what I am with my grace and force?
Before you head out
Your Geneva questions.
What can I do in Geneva with Questo?
How many outdoor city games are available in Geneva?
Is there a murder mystery game in Geneva?
Do I need to book an activity in Geneva in advance?
How can I explore Geneva’s old town in a more exciting way?
Try a Questo quest. It leads you through Saint Peter’s Cathedral, secret passageways, and scenic squares while you solve clues and uncover hidden stories.
Any fun date ideas besides dinner by the lake?
Yes! A Romantic Geneva quest turns a city walk into a playful, love-themed adventure through elegant streets, quiet gardens, and stunning viewpoints.
Can friends play together on one quest?
Absolutely. Only one phone is needed, and everyone can join in solving riddles and navigating Geneva’s winding streets.
Is Geneva safe to explore this way?
Yes. Geneva is one of Europe’s safest cities. With a self-guided quest, you set your own pace and avoid crowded groups.
Do we have to book a time slot?
Not at all. Download the Questo app, choose a quest, and start whenever you like—morning, afternoon, or evening.
Which parts of Geneva are best for exploring on foot?
The Old Town for history, Carouge for bohemian charm, and the lakefront for gorgeous scenery. Many Questo quests combine these areas into a single adventure.
I’m coming with kids—how do I keep them entertained?
Pick a family-friendly quest where they become detectives. They’ll solve puzzles and follow clues through Geneva’s parks and squares, making sightseeing feel like a game.
About the destination
About Geneva
The city has a character that surprises people. The Old Town rises steeply above the waterfront, packed with medieval lanes, the towers of Cathedrale Saint Pierre, and monuments like the Reformation Wall that mark Geneva's outsized role in European history. Down by the lake, the Jet d'Eau shoots 140 metres into the air, and the promenade connects landmarks like the Brunswick Monument and the Empress Sisi Monument in a continuous lakeside loop.
Quests here range from conspiracy-style thriller scenarios set against the city's modern identity to investigations into its darker past and stories tied to Geneva's watchmaking heritage. Whether you prefer tension and puzzles or history and curiosity, there is a route suited to your mood.
For a local touch, Bains des Paquis on the lake jetty is where Geneva residents swim in summer and eat fondue in winter. It costs almost nothing and feels nothing like a tourist attraction. The Jet d'Eau is free to visit and best seen close-up from the lakeside walkway on a clear day. Questo works well for couples, families, and groups of friends who want an active way to see the city.
Questo's Geneva quests are rated 4.5★ across 186 player reviews. Pick a quest, follow the clues, and let Geneva reveal itself one stop at a time.
