Washington Tour Guide- Haunted Pub Crawl

US Ghost Adventures; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 57,000 - 81,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Bonuses based on performance

Free or discounted tours for you and a

family/friends access

Job summary

US Ghost Adventures is seeking engaging storytellers to join our team as a Haunted Pub Crawl Tour Guide in Washington, DC. You will lead walking tours through historic drinking establishments and haunted locations, sharing local history, ghost stories, and dark heritage with guests.

Ideal candidates have a passion for history and public speaking, with theater or bartending experience a plus. Part-time role with flexible scheduling and competitive per-tour compensation.

Qualifications

• Strong public speaking skills to engage and educate tour groups.
• Storytelling and history research to present local lore.

Responsibilities

• Lead groups on walking pub crawl tours lasting 1.5 to 2 hours through Washington.
• Deliver historical narratives, true crime accounts, and ghost stories with enthusiasm.

Skills

Public speaking

Storytelling

History research

Customer service

Job description

Tour Guide - Washington Haunted Pub Crawl

Location: Washington, DC

Job Type: Part-time

Compensation: $50.00 per tour

Position Overview

US Ghost Adventures is seeking engaging storytellers, theater, acting and history enthusiasts, and public speakers to join our team as a Haunted Pub Crawl Tour Guide in Washington. This role combines historical storytelling, local lore, and guest entertainment as you lead walking tours through historic drinking establishments and haunted locations. Guides share local history, ghost stories, and dark heritage while maintaining a fun, entertaining atmosphere for guests.

Responsibilities

• Lead groups of up to 20 guests on walking pub crawl tours lasting 1.5 to 2 hours through historic Washington.
• Deliver fun, compelling historical narratives, true crime accounts, and ghost stories with enthusiasm and professional public speaking skills.
• Coordinate with partner venues and bar staff to ensure smooth group transitions and a welcoming experience at each stop.
• Provide exceptional customer service, answer guest questions, and facilitate a memorable, entertainment-driven tour experience.

Compensation & Perks

• $50.00 base pay per 90-minute tour ($33.00/hr rate)
• Tips: $20 to over $100 per tour.
• Bonuses based on performance.
• Free or discounted tours for you and close family/friends all over the country Flexible scheduling that fits your lifestyle

Tour Guide Requirements

• A deep passion for history, storytelling, and historic research
• Strong public speaking skills to engage and educate your tour groups
• Prior experience as a bartender, acting or theater experience is helpful.

About US Ghost Adventures

US Ghost Adventures provides historic, entertainment-focused ghost tours in more than 250 cities across the United States. Grounded in thorough historical research, our experiences connect guests with the dark history, authentic folklore, and legendary hauntings of America’s most historic locations.