Now in its second year, the NSW Top Tour Guide Awards continue to celebrate the state’s most inspiring guides—the people who transform great trips into unforgettable experiences. From vibrant city streets to remote natural landscapes, these guides embody the heart and soul of New South Wales tourism. They are the storytellers, cultural custodians and connectors who bring our state to life for visitors every single day.
The awards form a key part of the NSW Tourism Association’s commitment to lifting industry standards and supporting the professional growth of guides across the state. The program continues to elevate the guiding profession and enhance the visitor experience across NSW.
This program is about more than celebrating excellence—it’s about recognising and supporting the passionate people who make tourism in New South Wales truly thrive.
Nomination Fee:
All submissions must be completed via the Quality Tourism Framework portal.

The nomination can be made by:
The Tour Guide must:

Information requirements:

In it's inaugural year the 2025 NSW Top Tour Guide awards honoured the state's most inspiring guides....
The Voice of the Visitor Economy in NSW

The March Quarter Business Survey is now open. This is your chance to make sure NSW tourism is seen, heard and supported at a national level.
It takes just 5 minutes, is completely confidential, and helps shape the funding, policy and advocacy decisions that affect your business. It would be especially helpful to hear from you around the current fuel situation, other impacts caused by the situation in the Middle East and Great Western Highway closure at Mount Victoria.
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