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Salem Witch Trials Memorial

Salem Witch Trials Memorial: Our most recommended tours and activities

Salem Night Tour: Haunt and History Guided Night Tour

1. Salem Night Tour: Haunt and History Guided Night Tour

Take a walk through Downtown Salem's most historic and haunted outdoor areas. Although every tour is slightly different, each tour visits several locations.  See 2 cemeteries, the Witch Trials Memorial, the location where an accused witch was tortured to death, filming locations from the movie "Hocus Pocus," the Old Salem Jail, the site of the Salem Witch Dungeon, among others. Start the tour at 127 Essex Street in Downtown Salem where you will join a local historian and paranormal investigator who will lead the experience. Embark on a casual walk through Salem's beautiful, historic, and haunted downtown.  Take the time to stop and hear stories about Salem's haunted, dark, and surprisingly inspiring history.

Salem: Ghosts, Witches, & Warlocks Guided Walking Tour

2. Salem: Ghosts, Witches, & Warlocks Guided Walking Tour

Meet your tour guide and venture through 8-12 different sites around the city, each one spookier than the last, starting with the historical Salem Old Town Hall. Continue down the eerie streets to explore the Old Burying Point Cemetery, a preserved burial ground that was established in 1637 where some prominent pilgrims and town officials were buried. This haunted tour takes you to different sites and reveals their true stories so that you can feel connected to the history that took place there. Experiencing these stories while at the sites where they occurred is a truly unique experience that can’t be recreated by simply reading about their history.  During your tour, find out how Salem became the center for all haunted happenings. The phenomenon is partially explained by Salem’s rich history and the fact that many of its oldest structures and sites are preserved today, including the famed Witch House.  Salem’s commitment to preserving this history has made it a perfect spot for spirits to linger and for visitors to experience a connection with the past.

Salem Witch Trials Self-Guided Audio Tour

3. Salem Witch Trials Self-Guided Audio Tour

Start by downloading the Action Tour Guide app, which will function as your personal tour guide, audio tour, and map. Purchase one tour per car, not per person. Everyone listens together! Note: This 4+ mile-long tour covers the essentials of Salem in 1-2 hours. Join a spooky self-guided tour that will help you to explore Salem's past and learn about the events that took place there. Explore some of the town's most notable landmarks and places connected to the famous witch trials. Along the way, there are plenty of optional detours available for those looking for a little more. The experience begins at the Salem Armory. From there, walk to the 1692 Memorial, where the victims of the witch panic are memorialized. Get to know many of the key figures who found themselves swept up by the plague of fear and paid the ultimate price. Next, you’ll see the Old Burying Point, where many of the trials’ victims and aggressors were laid to rest. Listen to the tragically heroic tale of Giles Corey as you walk through the gravestones, a man who refused to bow to the nightmare overtaking his town and was immortalized in The Crucible. After that, you’ll pass by some of Salem’s spookiest architecture, including the Joshua Ward House and the Old Town Hall. You’ll also hear of the secret tunnels which run beneath some of these buildings, many of which still exist to this day. Continue on past the old jailhouse, where innocent people were subjected to cruelty so terrible that some suggest their spirits never really left. You'll hear about Hollywood’s many forays into Salem, including hits like Hocus Pocus and Bewitched. Pass by the Witch Museum on your way back and hear about how all the madness finally came to an end. The final stop brings you to the Salem Common, where the tour wraps up with some things you probably didn’t know about the aftermath of the trials.

Boston: Guided Day Trip to Salem by Ferry with Witch Museum

4. Boston: Guided Day Trip to Salem by Ferry with Witch Museum

Board the Salem Ferry in Boston and enjoy the scenery as you pass the Boston Harbor Islands and head up the coast of the North Shore before docking in Salem. Enjoy a visit to the Salem Witch Museum and be transported back to 1692 to experience the history of the Salem Witch Trials. Take away important lessons from how the events played out and the key figures that drove the witchcraft panic, and examine how these themes are applicable to modern culture. Once you leave the museum, enjoy some free time to grab lunch on your own in Salem Village, with recommendations from your guide. After lunch, retrace the footsteps of Salem’s famous history with a guided walk through town. Honor the innocent victims at the Salem Witch Trial Memorial, hear of the lasting impact the Witch Trials left on the town, and learn how the present-day community continues to respect its legacy. Moving onto the Burying Point, your small group will visit the final resting place of notable Salem residents and some important figures from the Witch Trials. Now that you’ve learned about history, time to turn your attention to modern times and discover some seemingly out-of-place marks left behind by popular culture. Enjoy curious storefronts, historic homes, and more as you roam Salem’s streets. Take some photos at the Bewitched Statue, and then walk up a historic street to the setting of Hocus Pocus: Ropes Mansion. Wrap up your day with a visit to the First Church in Salem and the Witch House, both of which were significant to the Salem Witch Trials. Stay as long as you like and continue your own exploration of Salem before making your way back to Boston with one more ferry ride.

Salem: Self-Guided Ghost Tour

5. Salem: Self-Guided Ghost Tour

Walk Salem's spooky streets on a smartphone-guided ghost tour. Listen to professionally narrated stories and discover unnerving legends as you make your way to some of Salem's most haunted locations. Charged smartphone in hand, set out on a ghoulish tour that takes you to eerie sites like the Witch House, the Salem Inn, the Salem Witch Trial Memorial, and many more. Hear stories about the lady in blue, the underground tunnels, the ghost of the strangler, and others. This tour is app-based and uses GPS navigation, guiding you turn by turn to the most haunted locations in Salem. Go at your own pace and take the tour at any time, even exploring the city during the witching hour if you like.

Salem: Ghosts of the Witch City Ultimate Extended Tour

6. Salem: Ghosts of the Witch City Ultimate Extended Tour

Join a local guide for an ultimate tour that spans three centuries, churning out bone-chilling tales of murderous puritans, bootleggers, sailors, and a cursed 19th century novelist. Enjoy a walking tour that will show you the city's history and the aftermath of the Salem witch trials. Meet your seasoned guide at 210 Essex Street, where they’ll cover the history of The Witch City. Depart your starting location and wind through 10 historic, haunted locations, including the Salem Witch Trials Memorial. Feel a chill crawl up your spine as you face the John Ward House, where a witch-hunting sheriff terrorizes innocent guests. Search for the “Lady in Blue” at Rockafella’s, and find out how the spirits of the Hawthorne Hotel are connected to Harry Houdini. By the end of the tour, you’ll have plenty of nightmare fuel to share with friends and family back home. Are you brave enough to step into the shadows of Salem? The spirits are waiting.

Salem: Witches, Witchcraft and the Occult Walking Tour

7. Salem: Witches, Witchcraft and the Occult Walking Tour

Do you know why witches carry broomsticks and cauldrons? Or how the last "American witch” escaped certain death? Join this walking tour in Salem for a fascinating deep dive into the history of witchcraft and witch trials. Meet your seasoned local guide outside of the John Ward House, where they’ll paint a picture of the strict Puritan lifestyle that led to the 1692 Salem Witch Trials. From there, wind through eight other historic stops, unlocking a new trove of witch history at each one. Travel back to the terrifying years of European witch hunts, when anyone, of any age, could be dragged to the stake by a witch hunter. Learn the history behind broomsticks, black cats, and pointy hats. Uncover the link between midwives and witchcraft. During your walking tour, you’ll even take a test to determine if you would have been tried as a witch! As you move through town, unlock new pieces of Salem's story, from the first witchcraft accusation to the town’s transformation into “The Witch City”. By the time you reach the Salem Witch Trials Memorial, you’ll see this magical town in an entirely new light.

Salem: Witch Trial Walking Tour

8. Salem: Witch Trial Walking Tour

Immerse yourself in the dark and somber history of the Salem Witch Trials on this walking tour. See the most important historical locations in the city. Learn about the trials' main players such as John Proctor and Bridget Bishop. Discover the most tragic aspects of the witch trials, including the humiliating examinations that women who were suspected to be witches endured. Meet your guide at the Salem Five Bank and begin your journey into the tragic history of the trials. Learn more about topics such as the possession of children and animals, curses, and black magic. Make your way to the Witch House and head towards the 18th-century Merchant Hotel. Wander through the country's oldest cemetery, Burying Point Cemetery, and pay your respects at the Witch Trials Memorial.

Discover Mysteries: Salem Witch Trials Self-Guided Tour

9. Discover Mysteries: Salem Witch Trials Self-Guided Tour

Start by downloading the Action Tour Guide app, which will function as your personal tour guide, audio tour, and map all in one. Salem Armory and trace the footsteps of a time when witch panic gripped this town. First, you’ll pause at the 1692 Memorial, paying respects to the victims whose names became synonymous with fear. Know the pivotal figures and their tragic fates. Walk to the Old Burying Point next. Amidst centuries-old graves, hear of Giles Corey's brave defiance, a man immortalized in "The Crucible". His story, like many others, is a testament to the trials' chilling legacy. You’ll then wander past eerie landmarks like the Joshua Ward House and the Old Town Hall. These aren’t just architectural marvels; they bear tales of secret tunnels underneath, remnants of a bygone era, with some still lurking in shadows. The old jailhouse stands next, echoing whispers of the innocents who faced unspeakable horrors. Rumor has it, some never left. As you ponder their fates, recognize familiar sites and tales of Hollywood's renditions - think "Hocus Pocus" and "Bewitched". They all draw inspiration from this very ground. Onward, the Witch Museum awaits, chronicling the trials' climax and end. Finally, the Salem Common offers a reflective stop, revealing aftermath tales and revelations. For the curious souls, detour options include Nathaniel Hawthorne’s residence and a notorious 18th-century tavern. Embark on this immersive journey and unravel Salem’s darkest chapters.

US East Coast: Fall Highlights Self-Guided Audio Tour w/ App

10. US East Coast: Fall Highlights Self-Guided Audio Tour w/ App

Start by downloading the Action Tour Guide app, which will function as your personal tour guide, audio tour, and map. Purchase one tour per car, not per person. Everyone listens together! Note: In this bundle, is 350+ mile-long and each tour takes 2-3 hours to complete. Discover over 22 iconic East Coast fall foliage locations in the US at your own pace with a self-guided audio tour. Best of all, enjoy unlimited access to your audio tour for any future trips to the East Coast. Dive into the history and nature of this striking part of the US, from North Carolina's Blue Ridge Parkway to Maine's Acadia National Park. This East Coast bundle tour is a must-have, promising an all-encompassing journey through America's historical heartlands, vibrant cities, and awe-inspiring natural landscapes. Whether you prefer urban exploration, peaceful countryside, or the thrill of discovering hidden historical gems, this East Coast tour has you covered. In Massachusetts alone, traverse the historic Boston Freedom Trail, catch an idyllic view from Bunker Hill Monument, or explore Harvard Yard, the heart of the world-famous university. Venture further to the charming Cape Cod, Cape Ann, and Martha's Vineyard, or delve into the past with Salem's notorious witch trials and the historic towns of Lexington and Concord. Your journey through Virginia and Tennessee exposes you to the majesty of the Shenandoah National Park and the Great Smoky Mountains, connected by the stunning Blue Ridge Parkway. New Hampshire's Kancamagus Scenic Byway is a driver's paradise, offering unmatched fall foliage views. Experience the charming maritime appeal of Maine's Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor. Further south, take in the opulent history and coastal beauty of Rhode Island's Scenic Newport and Newport Cliffwalk. Explore New York City on foot with a stroll through Central Park, one of the most famous urban parks worldwide. Finally, immerse yourself in the nation's history in Washington D.C., walking through iconic landmarks and monumental buildings. Each destination is a marvel in its own right, offering unique cultural, historical, and natural attractions.

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based on 198 reviews

We had a great time on our tour! I tour guide Beverly was amazing and extremely knowledgeable. We learned so much about different places in Salem as well as had a fun time hearing ghost stories in the dark. 11/10 tour and we would love to do it again. Highly recommended!

Every tour added information to what was learned at the prior. Very little repetition. Tour guide was excellent and knowledgeable. Will go again!

David T was beyond amazing! He is the best tour guide ever!!! Definitely deserves a raise!!!!

Very professional and knowledgeable guide recommend it for everyone

It was a great adventure! Listened in spanish an it was awesome