Law 190 of 13 December 2023 on Tourist Guides Sara d’Urso1 1. Introduction. 2. The internal regulatory framework before law 190/2023. 3. The challenging coordination with European legislation. 4. The Law n. 190 of December 13, 2023. 5. Conclusions. After a brief overview of the complex regulatory framework concerning tour guides in Italy, burdened by the interaction with European legislation, the text discusses the recent Italian law, Law No. 190 of December 13, 2023. The law aims to create a unified and standardized professional system for tourist guides in Italy. It addresses various aspects, including the centralization of exams, annual examination schedules, the fight against unauthorized or illegal practices, the need to facilitate the work of authorized tourist guides within cultural institutions, the need of continuous training to ensure a high level of skills. The text seeks to identify the strengths and potential criticisms of the law, in light of the challenging balance between liberalization and cultural heritage protection. Keywords: Professions, Tourist guides, Freedom of movement, Liberalization of professions, Recognition of foreign guides, Cultural Heritage, Illegality, Tourist leader. 1. INTRODUCTION Italy, with its rich history, culture, and scenic beauty, is one of the most sought-after tourist destinations in the world. The profession of tourist guides plays a crucial role in facilitating and enhancing visitors' experiences. To ensure high-quality service and preserve the integrity of information provided to tourists, Italy has established over time a rigorous discipline for guides. However, this discipline has become increasingly complex and disorganized. After years of crisis and challenges in the industry, it has DOI 10.60559/ijtthl2024-003 1 University of Milano-Bicocca.
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