Is being a tour guide a good fit for you?
Takes people and groups on tours of places of interest, such as museums, galleries and factories.
What the work involves
- Describes places of interest to the group and answers questions.
- Leads people or groups on cruises, sightseeing trips and visits to factories, public buildings or galleries.
- Watches visitors to make sure they follow the venue's rules and stay safe.
- Runs learning activities for school children.
The interests that suit it
People in this work tend to be helping, persuading and creative. Here is how much each of the six kinds of interest comes into it.
What it tends to reward
Compared with other work, this job stands out for:
- Belonging. People who look out for each other, and a manager who has your back.
How much training it needs
Apprenticeships and training. Usually vocational training or an apprenticeship. Rules differ from country to country, so check locally before you commit.
Find out if it fits you
Answer quick questions about what you like doing and what keeps you going. We match you with roles from over 900 kinds of work, and you can see if a tour guide is one of yours.
Free. About 15 minutes. No account.