Salary guide
Tour Guide
- Average salary
- £18,000 – £32,000
- Working hours
- Variable
TourismHeritage
- The UK welcomes over 40 million tourists annually
Other names this job is known by
- Tourist Guide
- Heritage Guide
Key responsibilities
- Lead groups on tours of sites and attractions
- Provide information and commentary
- Answer questions and engage visitors
- Plan and organise itineraries
- Ensure safety and compliance
- Liaise with operators and authorities
- Promote tours and services
- Stay updated on local history
Skills and qualifications required
- Degree or diploma in tourism, history, or languages (advantageous)
- Tour guide certification
- Experience in guiding or customer service
- Communication and public speaking
Promotional job opportunities from this role
- Senior Guide
- Tour Manager
- Business Owner
- Trainer
How to get the job
- Study tourism, history, or languages
- Gain experience in guiding or customer service
- Obtain tour guide certification
- Progress to senior or business owner roles
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