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Delve into Salem’s dark past with this Witch Trials-themed walking tour through the city’s most haunted corners. Take in landmarks like the Witch House, Old Burying Point Cemetery, and the Peabody Essex Museum as you learn about the history and lore of this somber period from your guide, plus pay homage to the victims at the Witch Trials Memorial.

Looking for a Salem experience that’s fun for kids without being too scary? This slightly spooky walking tour is designed for kids ages 6 and up, blending intriguing true tales from Salem’s past with mild ghost stories. Follow a quiet, picturesque route just off the busy downtown streets—perfect for avoiding the crowds—before ending at The Witch House., established in 1655.

Travelers who aren’t afraid of a good spooky tale or spine-chilling experience will love this 75-minute guided evening tour of Salem. Learn all about Salem’s spooky history as you visit haunted sites, former crime scenes, and places that inspired ghost stories and literature. Your guide will keep you entertained as you walk the city at night, looking over your shoulder and jumping at your shadow along the way.

Discover pirate history in Salem, Massachusetts with a ticket to an interactive exhibition. Learn about the real-life stories of pirates as you explore the exhibit at your own pace. Listen to an audio guide as you see pirate treasure including coins and jewelry, retrieved from a shipwreck. Check out the discovery lab and immerse yourself in the history of pirates off the coast of Cape Cod.

Take a journey through 400 years of history with a local historian as your guide. Uncover the secrets of Witch City as we dive deep into the events surrounding the 1692 Salem Witch Trial. Are you ready to unlock the secrets of one of the darkest chapters in American history? Look no further than our immersive Salem Witch Trial Tour. We are beloved by tourists and Locals alike. With so many tours to choose from, look no further, do yourself a favor and book this tour! As you walk through Salem to visit historical sites, you will hear a jaw-dropping story covering Salem before the trials, what caused the witch hysteria, who were the judges and accusers, how residents responded to the accusations, who were the 20 victims, and how it all ended. HIGHLIGHTS: • Family Owned and Operated • Seasons storyteller and Local Historians with 10+ years of experience • Learn 400 years of Salem's rich history in one tour • Loved by locals and tourists alike!

The only tour in Salem to Enter a Haunted Building, See a collection of Haunted Objects and Hear their stories. On the tour: hear about Witch Mansion, World of Wizardry, Magic Parlor, Rockafellas, Joshua Ward House, Nocturne, the Pickman House, Pyramid Books, USS Salem Friendship, Coven Boutique, and More! During your journey you will see buildings and locations around Salem other tours don't visit. Places where ghosts, poltergeists, spirits, have been seen or heard. We will relate eye-witness accounts. You'll hear tales of Vampire terror across New England, and finish by getting up close to see objects which are said to be haunted, if you dare! Hear their tales and judge for yourself. Great for Paranormal Enthusiasts, Adventurer seekers, and Families alike! No other tour in town can give you this experience!

See a different side of Salem, which is well-known for its spooky stories. Instead, you’ll visit some of the city’s candy shops, including the oldest candy shop in the United States, Ye Olde Pepper Companie. Your guide will lead you through town, stopping at highlights and candy shops along the way. Visit places you wouldn’t know about otherwise, and meet fellow sweet-tooths.

The history of Salem, a notorious site of historical witchcraft trials, is shrouded in misconceptions. Unravel the mystery of the town's past on this ghost tour that takes you to all of the main haunted attractions in Salem while offering insight into the town's history through research and eyewitness accounts.

Set sail at along the Massachusetts' North Shore, during your visit to Salem. Board the historic schooner yacht What and If and drift along the coastline, taking in the sights of Salem. Relax on the deck or take a turn at the wheel of this beautifully restored classic sailing yacht, which was built in 1939 by General George Patton. Soft drinks and bottled water are provided, and a cash bar is available on board.

Salem's spookiest, haunted *adults only* walking tour! Want a late night 1.25 hour long tour of all things creepy and shocking? We take you into Salem’s darkest corners and consecrate our otherworldly past by sharing our city’s sinister tales of deception, greed, torture, murder, curses and delve into the supernatural. Learn about Harry Houdini’s silver handcuffs and seances, multiple suicides and grisly murders, inhumane living conditions for Massachusetts’ worst criminals, and even learn about our very own sadistic Sheriff appropriately nicknamed “The Strangler”. This tour visits some of the most notoriously haunted locations in Salem with numerous documented ghost sightings and unusual paranormal activity. We pass by 400 year old cemeteries, uninhabited haunted homes, 2 of the most haunted Hotels in America, as you relive Salem’s most terrifying moments. Adults only, 18+. ***Adult Mature Content including descriptive murder, sexual assault and torture.

Join us for our Secrets of Salem Dark History tour--right in the heart of Witch City! You might be surprised to learn that Salem has a name that contradicts its image. The colonists chose the name Salem, which is the Hebrew word for peace, for the town in the seventeenth century. Salem, Massachusetts, was a significant American colonial town and a seaside hamlet with a maritime history. It exhibits many of the characteristics we identify with those early settlers, such as a Puritan work ethic, devotion to education, strong links to the community, and a hardiness to weather the rigors of a coastal winter. Of course, Salem is inextricably associated to witches and the 1692 witch trials. Join our Salem History Experience and discover everything there is to know about Salem, the witch trials, and beyond.

The tryals have left a footprint on Salem, and the world, that still echo 334 years later. Join us on our 90min walking tour as we visit historic locations and lay the groundwork to explore and unpack what happened in Salem in 1692. Shedding light on how a community driven by fear and led by religious ideology and zealotus extremism, executed 20 innocent people. We invite you to be part of our story and Uncover the true history of Salem. -All tour guides are licensed by the City of Salem and are professional storytellers .

If you want to explore Salem's haunted history without getting lost in the crowd, go at your own pace with an affordable, self-guided smartphone tour. Simply download the touring app to your phone, and start and stop the tour on your own schedule as the pre-recorded narrator shares the history of haunted locales like the Ropes Mansion, Salem Witch House, and Old Burying Point Cemetery, where many witch trial victims were laid to rest.

Walk the haunted streets of Salem on this chilling self-guided audio ghost tour through the most notorious and paranormally active sites in the city. From witch trial executions to evil spirits roaming centuries-old graveyards, you’ll hear the unvarnished history that made Salem infamous.

Walk Salem’s dark past under moonlit streets and learn true stories of witch trials, haunted houses, and restless spirits. A clear, friendly voice leads you through historic places and shares tales that send chills. You start when you want. Pause to read old inscriptions, stand before haunted buildings, or peer down alleys where shadows linger. Visit The Witch House, the Old Burying Point Cemetery, The Custom House, and hidden corners locals whisper about. The guide also shows you secret paths others rarely walk. The tour works without internet. It gives you walking directions, spooky facts, and tips you’ll use again. The audio stays on your phone forever. Download the tour, put on your shoes, and explore Salem’s haunted history—step by step, story by story, at your own pace.

Learn about how the city once known for the infamous Salem Witch Trials has become the home of one of the largest communities of Wiccans and pagans in the US. This tour seamlessly blends history and magic. Not only is this a history tour but it is a tour of the present as well as the past, and delves into esoterica. You will meet some of Salem's most famous magical practitioners and visit the main witchcraft shops in Salem, where you can buy magical herbs and potions, candles, and books about the art of witchcraft. This tour is not only in your own language, but also much more in-depth Tours are personalized for each tour group. Optional suggestion you can receive a tarot and palm reader for an additional cost by the tour guide who is also a professional tarot reader and master in palmistry.

Grab hold of a broom for an electrifying adventure! Throughout history, witches and the occult have evolved from being shrouded in mystery, fear, and controversy to the center stage in Hocus Pocus and Practical Magic. Delve deeper into the roots of this mysterious and often misunderstood practice on a journey through the evolution of the occult.

See all of Salem’s spookiest spots on this guided walking tour led by a local historian and authentic witch—an experience hard to replicate on your own. Visit more than a dozen spooky sites around town as you listen to witchy stories of Salem’s past. Journey through 400 years of history, learning what caused the witch hysteria, all about the accusers and victims, and how the trials finally ended.

The Salem Witch Trials was a period in history that is easily misunderstood. On this walking tour of Salem, follow your guide to main sites such as the witchcraft memorial and courthouse, as you listen to true tales of paranormal activity, centuries-old murder & astounding history. Plus, this Salem walking tour starts in the late afternoon leaving you plenty of time to fill up the rest of your day with activities.

Salem is often considered the most haunted city in America, and you'll find out why on this ghost tour that covers the spookiest stories in town, from the infamous 1692 Witch Trials to more modern hauntings. Visit centuries-old landmarks with ties to dark deeds and paranormal activity, like the Burying Point Cemetery, the House of the Seven Gables, and the Witch House. You might be surprised what you see!

This tour is designed for who is interested in esotericism, clairvoyance, history and mystery Join us for a thrilling Psychic and Witch walking tour in Salem, MA! This tour is designed for who is interested in esotericism, clairvoyance and mystery as you are not only going to learn about the dark and mysterious history of Salem, the infamous "Witch City." But also, you going to experience a clairvoyance tarot and palmistry session by your tour guide who is a renowned professional tarot reader, numerologist and master in palmistry. Get ready to explore Salem and discover the chilling tales of the Salem Witch Trials as we walk through the historic streets. In this tour you'll learn about the accused witches, their trials, and the superstitions that gripped the town centuries agoDon't miss out on this captivating journey through Salem's bewitching past!

Delve into the eerie history of Salem, Massachusetts, with Wicked Ghost Hunters. This unique tour invites you to the city’s most haunted buildings and engage with real paranormal investigators. Uncover chilling tales and firsthand evidence, including EVPs and thermal footage, as you explore locations like the Hawthorne Hotel and Charter Street Cemetery. Choose between a 90-minute paranormal walking tour or an intense 4–5 hour investigation where you actively participate using real ghost-hunting equipment. Ideal for thrill-seekers and history enthusiasts alike, this tour offers a genuine glimpse into Salem's haunted past. - 90-minute paranormal tour showcasing haunted locations - 4–5 hour investigation with hands-on ghost-hunting equipment - investigators share authentic evidence and stories - Walk-in tours available at Witch City Mall kiosk, daily

Explore the haunting history of Salem with a self-guided walking tour that focuses on the notorious witch trials. Visit significant sites like Howard Street Cemetery, the Old Salem Jail, and the Witch Trials Memorial, gaining insight into the events that shaped the community. With GPS-triggered audio, you’ll learn about key figures such as Judge John Hathorne and reflect at Proctor’s Ledge, the site of executions. This tour allows you to immerse yourself in Salem's past at your own pace, making stops at museums and gardens for a deeper understanding of this pivotal moment in history. — Self-guided audio tour exploring Salem's infamous witch trials — Visit key historical sites like the Witch Trials Memorial and Proctor’s Ledge — GPS-triggered audio provides context and stories behind the events — Enjoy the freedom to explore at your own pace

Bring Salem’s fascinating past to life with this engaging tour led by a kid-focused guide. Skip the boring guidebook and approach the city’s historic sites with interactive stories that hold the attention of even the youngest traveler. Learn about the town’s legends and lore—and the truth behind the tales of witches and black magic. Your kids will have plenty of time to engage with the guide with this small-group tour.