Become a tour guide

Here is information on how to become an SF City Guide. This information comes from an email they sent to their email list:

If you love San Francisco, and are passionate about sharing its history, architecture and lore, consider becoming a volunteer Guide with us!

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Enjoy meeting visitors from around the world.

  • Have an interest in public speaking, history and culture of San Francisco.

  • Be able to navigate city blocks and speak clearly.

    Can commit to a minimum of 12 tours a year.

REQUIREMENTS

  • Review and understand the application process as described below.

  • If accepted, program enrollment fee of $250.

  • Attend all eight training sessions in San Francisco.

  • Lectures by San Francisco subject matter experts.

  • Tips from experienced guides on giving successful tours.

  • Starts in February, given on non-consecutive Saturdays, 10:00 AM - 3:30 PM.

  • Successful first tour within three months after the end of the training.

  • Attend six or more City Guides tours, during the training program.

BENEFITS

  • Enjoy extensive reading lists and mentoring.

  • Learn more about San Francisco and share what you love about the City.

  • Participate in continuing education.

  • Receive quarterly newsletter – Guidelines.

  • Annual appreciation party and other social events throughout the year.

HOW TO APPLY
If you are interested, please complete the application form here. Deadline for the 2023 Training Class is December 1, 2022. Applications from those who respond will be screened. Those that pass will be invited for an in-person interview in January before acceptance into the class.