Activities

Isaac Newton's Footsteps in Saint-Émilion city exploration game

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$12.00

Free cancellation

Language: English, French

Mobile voucher accepted

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

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Why you’ll love this…

The tour retraces Isaac Newton's 1701 visit to Saint-Émilion
You'll unravel the mystery behind Newton's journey using an unpublished manuscript
It's an opportunity to uncover the rich treasures of the medieval city
A carefully designed route ensures a comprehensive experience of Saint-Émilion's historical and architectural heritage
This is an immersive journey into history, with every step revealing a new discovery

What to expect

A fortunate sequence of events led to the acquisition of an unpublished manuscript by Isaac Newton, originally sold at a Sotheby's auction in 1936. Despite its poor condition and extensive annotations from previous owners, meticulous examination allowed for the reconstruction of Newton's 1701 visit to Saint-Émilion. Now, these documents are in your possession, providing you with the opportunity to trace Newton's steps and unravel the mystery of his visit.

This engaging activity enables you to uncover the rich treasures of the medieval city of Saint-Émilion, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1999. The carefully designed route ensures that you experience the full extent of the city's significant historical and architectural heritage.

Enjoy this immersive journey into history, where every step brings a new discovery.

What's included

Downloadable APP

What's not included

Entrance fees

Where

Parc Guadet, Saint-Émilion, France

Meeting point:

This is a self-guided/treasure hunt type of tour; no person is assisting you at the starting point.

What to remember

Know in advance:

Total walking distance: 2 km
An internet connection is required to play the city game
You’ll need to download the "Questo: Outdoor Escape Games" app and create an account using the same email address used for your purchase; after booking, you’ll receive a code to activate your game
The activity ends at 10, Rue de la Petite Fontaine
You can pause the game at any time and restart it later from where you left off
One ticket is valid for a group
The game includes viewing some attractions from the outside only

Remember to bring:

A fully charged phone or a power bank
This activity is held fully outdoors. Dress according to the weather
Comfortable shoes are recommended

Provider

Questo

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

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