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Kualoa Ranch Hawai'i

Tour Guide, Zipline

Kaneohe, HI · On-site

$24.50/hr

Join Kualoa Ranch Hawai'i, where history, culture, and natural beauty come together in one of the ... None Schedule: Full-time; open availability including weekends and holidays is required. POSITION ...

Travel + Leisure Co.

Tour Guide

Angels Camp, CA · On-site

$70K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Sales Representative * Full Time Add to favorites View favorites We Put the World on Vacation ... Tour Guide The Tour Guide is the first point of contact for guests and owners, creating a welcoming ...

Natural Bridge Caverns

Tour Guide

San Antonio, TX · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Tour Guides are responsible for upholding our values of integrity, teamwork, stewardship, and ... Beverage items Career advancement opportunities Full-Time Employees are also eligible for health ...

The Living Desert

Tour Guide Supervisor

Palm Desert, CA · On-site

$28.37/hr

Job Type Full-time Description Do you love creating memorable guest experiences, leading a team ... The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens is seeking a Tour Guide Supervisor/Group Sales Support team ...

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How much do full time historical tour guide jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for full time historical tour guide in the United States is $18.81, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $21.15 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

How much money can you make as a full time historical tour guide?

Full-time historical tour guides typically earn between $25,000 and $50,000 annually, depending on location, experience, and employer. Tips and seasonal fluctuations can also impact total earnings, and strong communication skills and local knowledge are important for success in this role.

What is the difference between Full Time Historical Tour Guide vs Part Time Historical Tour Guide?

AspectFull Time Historical Tour GuidePart Time Historical Tour Guide
Work HoursTypically 35-40 hours per weekFewer hours, often flexible
CertificationsUsually required or preferred (e.g., history, tourism certifications)Often not required, but beneficial
Work EnvironmentTourist attractions, museums, historical sitesSame as full-time, but with less commitment
Employer UsageTour companies, museums, historical sitesSame as full-time, often seasonal or supplemental

Full Time Historical Tour Guides work regular hours, often with certifications, and are employed by tourism or historical organizations. Part Time Historical Tour Guides work fewer hours, may not require certifications, and often serve as supplemental staff. The main difference lies in hours, commitment, and sometimes certification requirements.

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Infographic showing various Full Time Historical Tour Guide job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 18% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $39,124 per year, or $18.8 per hour.

Trolley Driver/Tour Guide

Historic Tours of America

Key West, FL • On-site

$23/hr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 21 days ago

Job description

Trolley Driver/Tour Guide

This position must have a good sense of fun, a desire to entertain and excellent driving skills as they drive a trolley on busy public streets while narrating a sightseeing tour multiple times a work shift and drive a Conch Tour Train when needed. Tour Conductors bring to life the history of America and all the positive things it represents. Our ideal Tour Conductors have a passion for helping people and making their vacation experience a memorable one. A sincere love of history and the culture of our city is ideal.

Employee Benefits

  • Competitive pay: $23 per hour plus gratuities --> $3,000 Sign On Bonus*
  • Paid Training: $20 per hour
  • All FT Employees are eligible for paid vacation time, as well as company sponsored health and wellness plans
  • All FT, PT and Seasonal employees are eligible for: paid sick time, 401K plan with company matching*, fun and upbeat work environment with various award and recognition celebrations throughout the year, First Stop Health - 24 hr. access to doctor by phone or computer for employee and their dependents (Employer pays 100%), discounts in retail stores and free admission to all company attractions

Operating tours, attractions and retail in Boston, Key West, Nashville, San Diego, St. Augustine, Savannah, San Antonio, and Washington, DC since 1980!

Start your new Career with Us Today!

*Eligibility requirements may apply



Requirements:

Essential Functions

  • Drive in a safe, competent manner a non-air-conditioned trolley on busy public streets wile entertaining guests by narrating a scripted sightseeing tour up to 4 to 5 times daily
  • Meet and deal with the general public and diverse company in a prompt courteous manner.
  • Handle stressful situations and difficult people both in person and via the radio while maintaining a professional and pleasant composure
  • Maintain radio contact with dispatch during tours.
  • Perform an interior and exterior physical inspection of the vehicle daily and accurately complete the departmental documents/forms for inspection

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Our ideal Tour Guides have a passion for helping people and making their vacation experience a memorable one.
  • A Commercial Driver’s license (CDL) is not required to apply - we hire for personality. We will put you through our paid CDL training course and prepare you for the CDL Testing.
  • Ability to learn and memorize scripted tours and routes as assigned.
  • Ability to work independently over long periods of time within the scope of established rules and regulations while performing tours and satisfy the needs of our guests.
  • Ability to deal with unpleasant, angry, or discourteous people in a calm and pleasant manner
  • Ability to read, write, and speak clear English in order to communicate with co-workers, general public, law enforcement, and emergency personnel and to complete required paperwork correctly.
  • Ability to learn new duties, policies, and procedures and adjust to new situations encountered on the job within a reasonable amount of time.

Qualifications

  • Must be at least 21 years old
  • Valid Florida Class C or higher CDL with passenger endorsement (will train to acquire CDL. Must obtain a CDL in the first month of employment)
  • Acceptable driving record for the past 3 years.

Other Requirements

  • Must pass pre-employment MVR/background check and substance abuse testing
  • Must pass annual Motor Vehicle Reports (MVR) checks as required by the Department of Transportation (DOT).
  • Valid DOT physical required
  • TWIC Pass, Federal background check, Key West Port Pass required
  • Have a passion for helping people and making their Key West experience a memorable one.