Tactile tours are a type of tour designed for individuals with visual impairments or blindness to experience and explore various places, such as museums, landmarks, theaters, or cultural sites. These tours focus on providing tactile and sensory experiences to engage participants and offer them a comprehensive understanding of the location.

In tactile tours, the emphasis is on touch and tactile exploration. Participants are encouraged to physically interact with objects, replicas, or tactile displays that represent the artifacts, artworks, or architectural features present in the location. These objects are specifically designed to provide a tactile representation of the visual elements, allowing participants to feel textures, shapes, and details that would otherwise be inaccessible to them.

Trained guides or experts often accompany tactile tours to provide descriptions, explanations, and historical context. They may use verbal descriptions, storytelling techniques, or audio guides to supplement the tactile experience and provide additional information about the location or its exhibits.

Tactile tours can be found in various cultural institutions, such as museums, art galleries, science centers, or historical sites, that aim to make their collections and spaces more inclusive and accessible to individuals with visual impairments. These tours help bridge the gap between visual and non-visual experiences, enabling participants to engage with the content and appreciate the cultural and historical significance of the places they visit.