Freelance Tour Guide - Florence

City Wonders Ltd; Toscana; On-site; EUR 28,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay per tour

Tour-volume incentives

Dedicated training

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

City Wonders Ltd. seeks freelance tour guides for Florence, leading international travelers through must-see sites such as the Uffizi and Accademia. You’ll share Florence’s history and culture with engaging storytelling.

Strong English skills and weekend/holiday availability are required; Italian qualification is essential. Flexible scheduling and opportunities across World destinations are offered.

Qualifications

• A valid Italian tour guide qualification or credential.
• Knowledge of Florence’s history, art and culture required.
• Excellent English; other languages a plus.
• Friendly, reliable approach with diverse groups.
• Availability on weekends, public holidays and peak season.
• Experience in guiding or tourism is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead engaging small-group tours in Florence, sharing history and culture.
• Provide personalized experiences with storytelling and local tips.
• Ensure tours run smoothly and handle unexpected situations calmly.

Skills

Storytelling

English fluency

Public speaking

Customer service

Job description

Location: On site / Florence, Metropolitan City of Florence, Italy
job type: Contract / Part-time
Sector and subsector: Travel & Tourism | General
Salary: Negotiable salary

Freelance Tour Guide - Florence

Bring Florence’s stories to life with City Wonders

City Wonders is an award-winning tour operator with over 20 years of experience pioneering new ways to explore iconic destinations. We’re looking for freelance guides to lead international travelers through Florence’s must-see sites – such as the Uffizi Gallery and the Accademia Gallery.

What you’ll do

• Lead engaging small-group tours, sharing your knowledge of Florence’s history, art, and culture.
• Create a welcoming, personalized experience with great storytelling and local tips.
• Keep tours running smoothly and handle unexpected situations calmly and professionally.

What you’ll bring

• A valid Italian tour guide qualification. Passed the qualifying exam but still waiting to be added to the National Tour Guides Register? You’re welcome to apply!
• Strong knowledge of Florence’s history, art, and culture.
• Excellent English; additional languages are a plus.
• A friendly, reliable approach and confidence engaging diverse groups.
• Availability on weekends, public holidays, and during peak season.
• Experience in tour leading, guided tours, or tourism is a plus.

What we offer

• Competitive pay per tour, based on tour duration.
• Tour-volume incentives and performance bonuses.
• Dedicated training and workshops.
• Flexible scheduling, with more opportunities during peak season.
• Opportunities to attend guided tours in other World destinations across our network.

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