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Self Guided Audio Tour 'Hawthorne's Haunts' Haunted Walking Tour Salem

Salem, USA
  • 45 to 55 minutes (approx.)
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

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Overview

Enjoy a spooky adventure and learn more about Nathaniel Hawthorne and his connection to Salem with this self-guided audio tour. Download the app on your phone and start the tour whenever you want by heading to the Hawthorne Statue. Walk past key sites, including the House of the Seven Gables, while learning about Hawthorne and the ghosts said to haunt these locations.
  • Self-guided audio tour in Salem focused on Hawthorne
  • Great value download works on two smartphones
  • Easy navigation with turn-by-turn directions
  • Explore at your own pace and schedule

What's Included

  • Smartphone Guided Haunted Walking tour on the WalknTours app
  • Recap tour you can take after taking the in person tour
  • You will see the House of the Seven Gables, Hawthorne's historical haunts and the Salem Witch Museum
  • You will hear the tales of Hawthorne's life in Salem, MA
  • Private self guided audio tour of Salem
  • No in person guide, this is a smart phone navigated tour on the WalknTours app

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • Nathaniel Hawthorne's Birthplace
    27 Hardy St, Salem, MA 01970, USA

    Nathaniel was born in Salem in 1804 and the Witch city had a profound impact on his work. Some say old Nathaniel never left Salem, and still walks its streets. And he is not the only ghost cursed to these grounds.

End point

  • The House of the Seven Gables
    115 Derby St, Salem, MA 01970, USA

    Nathaniel Hawthorne spent much of his youth in this house. During that time Suzzanne shared the stories of atrocities committed by their shared ancestors during the Salem Witch trials. Deeply influencing his writing.

Operating hours

  • 09/21/2021 - 04/08/2027

    Monday - Sunday : 12:00 AM - 11:30 PM

Itinerary

1

Hawthorne Hotel

3 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

2

Salem Common

3 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Salem Witch Museum (Pass By)

3

St. Peter's-San Pedro Episcopal Church

3 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Historic Gardner-Pingree House (Pass By)

4

Bung Hole Liquor Store Salem mass

3 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The Custom House (Pass By)

5

Mercy Tavern

3 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Morning Glory Bed & Breakfast (Pass By)

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.8
based on 6 reviews
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Self guided tour fun knowledgeable tour.

Donna_D, May 2025
A fun and easy way to see Salem, travel at your own pace, stop and explore sites along the way, then pick up your tour again. Fun way to spend an afternoon.

Pleasant

Diane_D, Oct 2024
Being able to learn but on my own time without a tour crowd. Could pause and absorb before moving on.

We enjoyed the self paced tour

Amy_B, Jun 2024
We enjoyed hearing the history and ghost tales to go along with the sights we saw. We sidetracked to go through the Salem Witch Museum before picking up again.

Awesome experience

wp4mg655dy, Nov 2023
Steven was an excellent guide. Not just stories and lore, but theatrical too. We even caught some paranormal events on film.

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