Tour guides lead groups around sights such as historic monuments, cultural centres, and natural beauty places, providing background knowledge to assist them make the most of their time there. They may work with day visitors or on walking tours, or they may assist tourists on longer excursions that include overnight stays. 

This career does not need a degree. Working with the wider public or obtaining experience in the hotel, tourism and travel industry is usually beneficial. With knowledge, you may work as a regional tour supervisor or manager for a travel operator. 

You could do the following in this role: 

• Guide groups of tourists around a place and provide information about the site’s history, purpose, and architecture 
• Accompany groups on day trips to various points of interest 
• Answer queries and recommend further locations to visit 

Potential tour guides should be physically strong and healthy, with lots of enthusiasm and confidence, and have excellent communication skills.

They are also in charge of guaranteeing the group’s safety and keeping tour groups together. Tour firms, resorts, and attractions all hire tour guides.