Guide Professional Discount: Who Qualifies and What You Get
Licensed tour guides in Italy can access free or discounted entry to various sites to scout locations for their tours.
This scheme provides licensed tour guides with special access to various cultural and historical sites.
Who it's for
This is available to individuals who hold a professional license to work as a tour guide.
What you get
You can access free entry or reduced entry fees to various sites. This is intended to help you scout locations and prepare for your upcoming tours.
What it costs you
There is no monetary cost to access these benefits. You simply need to show your professional badge (known locally as a Patentino) to prove your status.
The catch to know
You should always carry your physical professional badge with you. Many sites will not accept a digital copy on your phone and may reject you without the hard copy.
How to apply
- Ensure your professional guide license is current and valid.
- Keep your physical badge on your person when visiting sites.
- Present your badge to the staff at the entrance of the site to receive your discount or free entry.