Google Maps Virtual Tours
Enhance your visibility and connect with customers through an immersive and inclusive virtual tour that appears in Google Search and boosts your Google Maps local listing.
The business benefits of having a Google Maps Virtual Tour
In today’s digital world where online searches shape real-world decisions, a Google Maps Virtual Tour gives your business an edge, boosting your visibility and letting customers see inside, at any time.
Delivering this inclusive experience helps customers gain an insight into what you offer, breaking down any barriers and creating a real connection with your brand.
At Vega 360, we create professional Google Maps Virtual Tours that help local shops, restaurants, hotels, tourist destinations and more capture their audience’s attention, drive engagement, and turn curious browsers into loyal customers.
Not forgetting to mention, Google is also #1 for local searches like activities and restaurants.
Get in touch to book your virtual tour today, and let’s put your business on the map!
How are virtual tours made?
We recommend starting by meeting at your location, which will allow us to gain insight into your business and understand what you would like to achieve. And, of course, to get a real tour of your space!
Once we’ve taken a look around (and deciphered our notes and scribbles!), we’ll send over a detailed proposal with a project outline, quote and timeline for your Google Maps Virtual Tour.
If you like what you see, we can schedule your tour right away!
Ahead of your shoot, we’ll send a guide with information on what to expect on the day, including things to prepare, so that we can achieve the best result for your tour.
We’ll arrive on the dot, capturing your tour with our 360 or 3D cameras, and wrap up without leaving a trace.
Your panoramic photographs will be edited to remove tripods and smooth pinch points, before being uploaded into our virtual tour software, where we’ll create the pathways between steps and build any Virtual Tour Hotspots.
Lastly, we’ll share a preview of your tour to walkthrough, make any last adjustments, then we’ll publish it to your Google Business Profile.
Portfolio
Google Maps Virtual Tours
Explore some of the Google Maps and Street View tours we’ve created for our valued customers over the years, and visit our portfolio to walk through them all.
FAQs
Street-smart answers for your Google tour
Having created over 200 tours, we’ve been asked nearly every question imaginable. Here’s some of our favourites!
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Yes. To have your virtual tour appear on Google Maps (also known as a Street View tour), you will require a Google Business Profile.
Your Google Business Profile will allow you to manage your business’s online presence in search and maps, including business details, opening times, services, photos, posts, and it can be used to connect your Google Maps Virtual Tour.
If you’re business is part of a shared office space or within another building, it may be possible to host your tour as part of their profile, which you can still link to and embed on your website.
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Creating a virtual tour of your business is a quick and efficient process.
Most Google 360 tours can be captured in just a few hours, depending on the size and complexity of your space.
After the on-site shoot, we edit your panoramic images to remove tripods and smooth over any pinch points. These are then uploaded into our virtual tour software, where we map out the pathways of your tour, and build in any Tour Hotspots.
Once everything is ready, we share a preview, and once you give us the green light, we then publish your tour directly to your Google Business Profile.
In most cases, your Google Maps tour will be live and visible within 2 to 4 days. We can also provide guidance to ensure your Google Business Profile is properly optimised so your new virtual tour performs well in search results.
Whether you run a boutique, salon, restaurant, gym, or hotel, getting a Google Maps Virtual Tour up and running is a fast and affordable way to enhance your online presence and attract new customers.
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The price for your tour will depend on the overall size of your space and the steps required to capture it, followed by any Tour Hotspots you may like to feature.
As a general guide, prices start at £300, which will allow the capturing of a space of approximately 16m2, providing around nine interior high-definition panoramic photos of your space and one exterior shot.
We offer clear, upfront pricing with no hidden fees, and we’ll work with you to find a package that fits your budget.
If you’d like to create something really unique to your business, we’re best having a chat! Not only can we use our creativity to make the most our of your space and show off your business, but we may manage what you’re thinking about in fewer shots that you imagined.
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No, and yes! Google does not allow for added layers of interactive elements within its Google Maps and Street View platform. However, we can include this feature in your embedded version for your website.
We call them Tour Hotspots, and they really do help to enhance a tour, things like:
- Branding
- Navigation menu
- Information pop-ups
- Video introductions
- Product ‘buy now’ highlights
- Newsletter sign ups
- And much, much more!
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For individuals with mobility issues, health concerns, or financial constraints, virtual tours open up a world of opportunities that might otherwise be out of reach.
For some, a Google Maps Virtual Tour might simply provide some comfort by being able to see inside a business before they visit, removing anxiety, helping them plan their day and overall enjoy better experience.
These immersive experiences also enable everyone to explore far-flung destinations, iconic landmarks, and cultural treasures, without the need for physical travel. This inclusivity not only broadens horizons but also fosters a sense of connection and understanding among people from different backgrounds and cultures.
Google Maps & Street View is also designed and developed to be accessible to users through modern browsers and technologies. Read more in Google’s article, Accessibility in Google Maps.
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That one is over to us! As part of our process when planning and creating your tour, we’ll ask for your Google Business Profile ID.
Once you’ve finished reviewing the preview of your tour and are happy to push the button and launch it, we’ll publish the tour to your Google Business Profile on your behalf.
Adding a virtual tour usually takes around 24-48 hours for all panoramic orbs and pathways to be fully uploaded and connected. We’ll let you know once all imagery is online and appearing on your profile and in results on the search engine.
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Yes! We have the camera equipment and publishing software allowing us to capture, create and update the blue line virtual tours you see anywhere around Google Street View.
So, whether you’re looking to just update the Google Street View that runs alongside your business listing, or publish something a little more creative and eye-catching in your marketing, our team can help!
Get in touch to ask us about a Google Street View virtual tour today.
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While both offer immersive experiences, Google Maps 360 Virtual Tours are specifically designed to appear on your Google Business Profile and within Google Maps. It allows potential customers to find and explore your business, helping you stand out in local search results. This type of tour increases visibility, builds trust, and enhances your online presence where it matters most. Right where people are searching.
A Matterport 3D Tour, on the other hand, is a fully interactive 3D experience that can include floor plans, measurement tools, and the latest AI feature, removing any furniture to leave an empty space. It’s ideal for real estate, venues, and businesses looking to showcase more complex or larger spaces in fine detail.
If your goal is to improve your local SEO and increase foot traffic, a Google Maps Virtual Tour is the perfect solution.
If you need a more dynamic, all-in-one virtual experience for websites, sales presentations, or property listings, then Matterport may be the better fit.
At Vega 360, we offer both and can help you choose the right solution for your business.