How to Upload a Virtual Tour on Google Maps
Apr 23, 2024
If you choose to invest in a 360 virtual tour of your business or service, knowing how to properly utilise the tour is key to get the most out of the investment.
Google virtual tours can be shared on social media sites, added to your website, and uploaded to Google Maps and can help boost your visibility and increase foot traffic to your business.
Find out how to upload a virtual tour to Google Maps here.
Benefits of Having a Google Maps Virtual Tour
Having a Google Maps virtual tour has a number of benefits for businesses and locations.
Google virtual tours provide potential customers with an immersive and interactive way to explore your premises remotely, giving them a better understanding of what to expect before visiting physically.
Having a 360 tour of your business on Google Maps can increase customer engagement and confidence in your business which are massively beneficial for services which require foot fall such as showrooms or restaurants.
As well as increased engagement, a virtual tour can improve your online visibility and search engine ranking on Google Maps, as it enhances the quality of your listing and decreases bounce rate on your website.
VR tours also sets you apart from competitors who may not offer this feature, helping you to stand out in competitive local markets. This is why virtual tours are often a valuable digital marketing tool, as they allow you to showcase the unique features and location of your service which attracts more visitors, thereby drive conversions.
Uploading a Google Maps virtual tour can enhance your online presence, improve customer satisfaction, and ultimately contribute to the success of your business – find out how to upload a virtual tour to Google Maps below.
Our Simple Guide to Upload a Virtual Tour
Uploading a VR tour to Google Maps is straightforward and quick. See our detailed breakdown to uploading a virtual tour of your business here:
1. Invest in a Virtual Tour
Before you start, ensure you have a 360-degree VR tour to upload to Google Maps. Specialised software is required to capture high-quality VR tours, which is something our team can help with.
We use a Matterport camera to capture 360 tours of businesses – just get in touch to get started today.
2. Sign in to Google Maps
Once you have a link to the Matterport VR tour, open your web browser and go to Google Maps and then sign in to your Google Business account. If you don’t have a business Google account, you’ll need to create it.
3. Find Your Business or Location
Use the search bar at the top left corner to locate the business or location where you want to add the virtual tour. If your business isn’t already listed, click on “Add a missing place” and follow the prompts to add it to Google Maps.
4. Access Street View
Once you’ve found your business, click on the location marker to bring up more details.
If available, click on the “Street View” option. If not, drag the yellow Pegman icon onto the map to enter Street View.
5. Enter Street View Editor
In Street View, you’ll see the current images of the location. Click on the three dots menu in the top left corner of the screen.
6. Add Your Virtual Tour Content
Select “Add a photo” or “Add a 360 photo” from the menu, depending on the type of virtual tour content you have invested in.
A window will pop up prompting you to upload your images or videos. Select and upload your virtual tour.
7. Preview and Adjust
Once your virtual tour content is uploaded, you’ll see a preview of how it looks. Take this opportunity to ensure everything is aligned and looks good.
You can adjust the orientation and position of the images if needed using the navigation tools provided.
8. Publish Your Virtual Tour
If you’re satisfied with how your virtual tour looks, click on the “Publish” button to make it live on Google Maps.
Your virtual tour will now be accessible to anyone who views your business on Google Maps.
9. Share Your Virtual Tour
After publishing, you can share the link to your virtual tour with customers, clients, or on your website and social media platforms to showcase your business.
Invest in a Virtual Tour Today
If you think that your business could benefit from a virtual tour, get in touch with our expert team today. We have helped numerous businesses market their premises to customers – take a look at some of our previous projects here.
Whether you choose to upload a virtual tour to Google Maps, your website, or share a link on social media channels, investing in a VR tour can be massively beneficial for your business.
Reach out to our team today to find out more about our services.