Licensed local storytellers

Tour Guides

Licensed local guides in cities across the world — Rome, Kyoto, Istanbul, Lisbon, Mexico City and hundreds more. Walking tours of old towns, monuments and food scenes in your language.

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Guided tours, your way

Partner offer

Licensed local guides in cities worldwide.

What a guided tour includes

Licensed local guide

Vetted guides who know the history and the shortcuts.

Language choice

English, French, Spanish, Arabic and more on many tours.

Flexible routes

Private tours adapt to your interests and pace.

Entry logistics

Tickets and skip-the-line access where the tour includes them.

Know before you go

Private vs group
Private tours cost more per person but move at your pace.
Duration
Half-day tours are 3–4 hours; full-day tours 6–8 hours.
Tipping
Optional but appreciated in most destinations.
Accessibility
Ask the partner about step-free routes before booking.

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Transparent pricing

Real live rates. No hidden fees at checkout.

Worldwide inventory

Global destinations with Middle East & Morocco depth.

Travelers supported

Guidance from search to arrival, in your language.

More destinations

Most popular cities for private guides

Local city guides for walking tours, museums and historic sites. Tour details, languages and prices are always confirmed by the partner on the booking page.

Where to stay

Stay near your guided adventures

Meeting points are easier from a central base. Live rates and availability are shown on the hotel search.

More to book

Experiences that pair well with a guide

Add a food tour, a day out of the city or a museum visit around your guided days. Inclusions come from the partner.

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Where to go

Best places for tour guides

Our editors' picks for tour guides — destinations travelers book the most, worldwide.

Tour Guides in Rome, Italy

Italy

Tour Guides in Rome

Colosseum, Vatican and Trastevere with a licensed Roman guide.

Tour Guides in Tokyo, Japan

Japan

Tour Guides in Tokyo

Neighbourhood walks, shrine etiquette and the best hidden alleys.

Tour Guides in Barcelona, Spain

Spain

Tour Guides in Barcelona

Gaudí architecture, the Gothic Quarter and tapas-route walks.

Tour Guides in London, United Kingdom

United Kingdom

Tour Guides in London

Westminster, the Tower and the City's 2,000 years in one day.

FAQ

Tour Guides — good to know

Are your guides officially licensed?+

Guides are supplied by our booking partners and are licensed where local regulations require it — the qualification is shown on each tour before you book.

Which languages are available?+

English, French, Spanish, German, Italian, Arabic and more, depending on the destination. Filter by language on the results page.

What is the difference between a private guide and a group tour?+

A private guide works with your party only, so the route and pace follow your interests. A group tour follows a fixed itinerary with other travellers and usually costs less per person.

Should I choose a half-day or full-day tour?+

Half-day tours generally run about 3–4 hours and suit one area or one site. Full-day tours run roughly 6–8 hours and can combine several neighbourhoods or sites. The exact duration is listed on each tour.

Are museum and site admission tickets included?+

That depends on the tour. Some include entry, others ask you to buy tickets separately. What is included, and what is not, is stated on the partner's tour page before you book.

Where do guided tours start?+

Most tours have a set meeting point in the city, and some offer hotel pickup. The meeting point and time are confirmed by the partner when you book.

Can tours be adapted for accessibility needs?+

Many cities have step-free or reduced-walking routes, but it varies by site and by guide. Ask the partner about accessibility before booking so they can confirm what is possible.

Who handles booking changes and cancellations?+

Bookings, changes, cancellations and refunds are handled by the partner you book with, under the cancellation policy shown on their tour page.