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Part Time Historical Tour Guide Jobs (NOW HIRING)

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Gallatin, TN · On-site

$35 - $70/hr

We specialize in dark, forgotten, and secret history. We are looking for creatives, history buffs ... Flexible schedules, fun part-time work, ability to earn tips in addition to pay * The chance to get ...

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Corpus Christi, TX · On-site

$40 - $75/hr

We specialize in dark, forgotten, and secret history. We are looking for creatives, history buffs ... Flexible schedules, fun part-time work, ability to earn tips in addition to pay * The chance to get ...

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Hyde Park, NY · On-site

$50 - $80/hr

We specialize in dark, forgotten, and secret history. We are looking for creatives, history buffs ... Flexible schedules, fun part-time work, ability to earn tips in addition to pay * The chance to get ...

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Trenton, NJ · On-site

$40 - $80/hr

We specialize in dark, forgotten, and secret history. We are looking for creatives, history buffs ... Flexible schedules, fun part-time work, ability to earn tips in addition to pay * The chance to get ...

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Charleston, WV · On-site

$40 - $80/hr

We specialize in dark, forgotten, and secret history. We are looking for creatives, history buffs ... Flexible schedules, fun part-time work, ability to earn tips in addition to pay * The chance to get ...

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Baltimore, MD · On-site

$50 - $80/hr

We specialize in dark, forgotten, and secret history. We are looking for creatives, history buffs ... Flexible schedules, fun part-time work, ability to earn tips in addition to pay * The chance to get ...

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Hudson, NY · On-site

$40 - $80/hr

We specialize in dark, forgotten, and secret history. We are looking for creatives, history buffs ... Flexible schedules, fun part-time work, ability to earn tips in addition to pay * The chance to get ...

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Alexander, AR · On-site

$35 - $70/hr

We specialize in dark, forgotten, and secret history. We are looking for creatives, history buffs ... Flexible schedules, fun part-time work, ability to earn tips in addition to pay * The chance to get ...

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Williamsburg, VA · On-site

$50 - $80/hr

We specialize in dark, forgotten, and secret history. We are looking for creatives, history buffs ... Flexible schedules, fun part-time work, ability to earn tips in addition to pay * The chance to get ...

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Virginia Beach, VA · On-site

$50 - $80/hr

We specialize in dark, forgotten, and secret history. We are looking for creatives, history buffs ... Flexible schedules, fun part-time work, ability to earn tips in addition to pay * The chance to get ...

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Sharpsburg, MD · On-site

$40 - $50/hr

We specialize in dark, forgotten, and secret history. We are looking for creatives, history buffs ... Flexible schedules, fun part-time work, ability to earn tips in addition to pay * The chance to get ...

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Princess Anne, MD · On-site

$40 - $150/hr

We specialize in dark, forgotten, and secret history. We are looking for creatives, history buffs ... Flexible schedules, fun part-time work, ability to earn tips in addition to pay * The chance to get ...

Tour Guide

Williamsburg, VA · On-site

$50 - $80/hr

We specialize in dark, forgotten, and secret history. We are looking for creatives, history buffs ... Flexible schedules, fun part-time work, ability to earn tips in addition to pay * The chance to get ...

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Lynchburg, VA · On-site

$50 - $80/hr

We specialize in dark, forgotten, and secret history. We are looking for creatives, history buffs ... Flexible schedules, fun part-time work, ability to earn tips in addition to pay * The chance to get ...

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Hartford, CT · On-site

$40 - $80/hr

We specialize in dark, forgotten, and secret history. We are looking for creatives, history buffs ... Flexible schedules, fun part-time work, ability to earn tips in addition to pay * The chance to get ...

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Jim Thorpe, PA · On-site

$40 - $150/hr

We specialize in dark, forgotten, and secret history. We are looking for creatives, history buffs ... Flexible schedules, fun part-time work, ability to earn tips in addition to pay * The chance to get ...

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Plattsburgh, NY · On-site

$40 - $150/hr

We specialize in dark, forgotten, and secret history. We are looking for creatives, history buffs ... Flexible schedules, fun part-time work, ability to earn tips in addition to pay * The chance to get ...

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Westerly, RI · On-site

$40 - $80/hr

We specialize in dark, forgotten, and secret history. We are looking for creatives, history buffs ... Flexible schedules, fun part-time work, ability to earn tips in addition to pay * The chance to get ...

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Portland, ME · On-site

$40 - $150/hr

We specialize in dark, forgotten, and secret history. We are looking for creatives, history buffs ... Flexible schedules, fun part-time work, ability to earn tips in addition to pay * The chance to get ...

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Scranton, PA · On-site

$40 - $80/hr

We specialize in dark, forgotten, and secret history. We are looking for creatives, history buffs ... Flexible schedules, fun part-time work, ability to earn tips in addition to pay * The chance to get ...

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

As of Jun 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for part 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.

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

AspectPart Time Historical Tour GuidePart Time Museum Docent
Required CredentialsKnowledge of history, communication skillsKnowledge of museum exhibits, customer service skills
Work EnvironmentOutdoor or indoor historical sites, walking toursIndoor museum galleries, exhibit areas
Employer & IndustryTour companies, historical sites, tourism industryMuseums, cultural institutions, education sector
Search & Comparison IntentTour guiding, historical tours, visitor engagementMuseum education, visitor services, exhibit interpretation

While both roles involve engaging visitors with history, a Part Time Historical Tour Guide typically leads outdoor or walking tours at historical sites, requiring storytelling and navigation skills. A Part Time Museum Docent mainly works indoors within museums, focusing on exhibit interpretation and visitor assistance. Both positions require knowledge of history and excellent communication skills but differ in environment and specific responsibilities.

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$35 - $70/hr

Part-time

Posted 4 days ago


Job description

Are you brave enough to be a ghost tour guide? Ready to share incredible experiences in your city as you bewitch and enchant audiences? Then embrace the shadows and become our next ghost tour guide!
Our passion at US Ghost Adventures is enchanting storytelling. We specialize in dark, forgotten, and secret history. We are looking for creatives, history buffs, true crime junkies, and paranormal enthusiasts willing to dive deeper into the dark side of humanity. We thrive on igniting a sense of wonder in every guest on our ghost tours, and as a ghost tour guide you will weave enthralling stories as you lead tours down the ghastly streets of your city.
Ghost Tour Guide Pay & Benefits:
  • $40- $100 a day/night (including tips) - this depends on the number of tours given
  • TIPS!! These can range from $20 to over $100 for a 1-2 hour tour
  • Cash bonuses
  • Free or discounted tours for you and close family/friends all over the country
  • Flexible schedules, fun part-time work, ability to earn tips in addition to pay
  • The chance to get to know your city and meet a lot of fun people from all over the country!

To learn more about our Ghost Tour Guide here is a short video:
Ghost Tour Guide Requirements
  • Qualified candidates should be skilled in public speaking
  • Applicants should reside near downtown (within 25 miles) and have reliable transportation
  • Applicants should be passionate about storytelling and history

US Ghost Adventures offers entertaining, historic, and authentic ghost tours of the United States' most haunted cities - over 100 cities and counting! We aim to deliver fun yet honest accounts of the hauntings that are so prevalent nationwide. While our stories are derived from historic research, a ghost tour wouldn't be the same without the ghost stories from our guide network across the country.