Company: TopDogTours
Job Type: Part-Time
Pay: Competitive hourly rate + tips
Location: Philadelphia, PA
About Us
TopDogTours is an award-winning walking tour company operating in New York City, Boston, Philadelphia, and Toronto. Since 2016, we've built our reputation by offering small-group tours led by passionate, knowledgeable guides who create memorable experiences for guests from around the world.
We're currently looking for enthusiastic, outgoing individuals to join our Philadelphia team as Walking Tour Guides.
Job Description
As a Tour Guide, you'll lead guests through Philadelphia's historic streets while sharing engaging stories about the city's rich history, architecture, culture, and famous landmarks. We are looking for individuals who can entertain, educate, and create a five-star experience for every guest.
Whether you have experience as a tour guide, teacher, actor, museum educator, or public speaker, if you enjoy interacting with people and love Philadelphia, we'd love to hear from you.
Responsibilities
- Lead walking tours through Philadelphia's historic neighborhoods.
- Deliver engaging, accurate, and entertaining presentations.
- Provide outstanding customer service to guests from around the world.
- Manage groups professionally while maintaining an energetic and welcoming atmosphere.
- Arrive on time, prepared, and ready to deliver an exceptional experience.
- Represent TopDogTours with professionalism and enthusiasm.
Qualifications
Required:
- Excellent communication and public speaking skills.
- Friendly, outgoing personality with strong interpersonal skills.
- Ability to confidently lead groups of varying sizes.
- Reliable, punctual, and professional.
- Ability to walk 2–4 miles and stand for extended periods in various weather conditions.
- Availability to work weekends and holidays.
Preferred:
- Tour guiding experience.
- Teaching or educational experience.
- Acting, performance, or storytelling experience.
- Hospitality or customer service experience.
- Knowledge of Philadelphia history or willingness to learn.
No previous tour guide experience is required. We provide paid training for the right candidate.
What We Offer
- Competitive hourly pay.
- Excellent tip potential.
- Paid training.
- Flexible scheduling.
- Supportive team environment.
- Opportunity to meet visitors from around the world.
- Advancement opportunities as our company continues to grow.
Schedule
- Part-time
- Weekday availability
- Weekend availability
- Holidays as needed
- Morning and afternoon shifts
Physical Requirements
- Walk several miles during each tour.
- Stand for extended periods.
- Work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
- Speak clearly and confidently to groups throughout the tour.
Why TopDogTours?
We're not looking for someone who can simply recite facts—we're looking for storytellers who can bring Philadelphia's incredible history to life. Our guides are entertainers, educators, and ambassadors for one of America's most historic cities.
If you're passionate about history, enjoy meeting new people, and love sharing your enthusiasm with others, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today by submitting your résumé along with a brief introduction telling us why you'd make a great Philadelphia Tour Guide!
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
- Night Shift (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Philadelphia, PA 19107 (Required)
Work Location: In person
