Salem tours, things to do and tickets

The Salem Night Tour is devoted to unearthing the stories Salem refuses to forget. With over 4,000 five-star reviews and twenty years in Salem, we have become the city's most trusted after-dark experience. Your guides are steeped in Salem’s deep-rooted ghost stories and history, unscripted, and devoted to getting it right. Salem after dark feels like an entirely different city, and these stories belong to the night. Centered around sites like Bridget Bishop's homestead, the iron gates of Salem's oldest cemetery, and the site where Giles Corey was pressed to death, your tours cover Salem's documented hauntings and enduring history. Check in early at Remember Salem on Essex Street, where Wynotts Wands, the Ouija Board Museum, and the Halloween Museum are all within steps. The experience starts before the tour does.

Embark on a spine-chilling adventure through the eerie streets of Salem, Massachusetts, on our ghost tour that will send shivers down your spine.

Come and explore the rich, mysterious history of one of New England's most loved destinations Salem, Massachusetts. This ~2 hour walking tour brings to life the true story of Salem's storied past. We are a diverse groups of historians, teachers, professional artists whose passion for Salem's history is truly engaging. You will learn about Salem's rich past as a world-class seaport, hear hauntedly chilling tales of the supernatural, visit one of the most beautiful streets in America and learn of three hundred years of architecture, and find out the truth about the 1692 Salem Witch Trials hysteria. You will leave Salem wanting to plan your next trip back! Come and see why this the *only* tour you need while in Salem. Dog friendly! Handicap accessible! Tours run RAIN or SHINE. We do NOT cancel for weather. No refunds for no-shows or for weather. ***Please note, we book up to 40 people per tour***

Real hauntings, real history! Salem has a history unlike any other city in the United States. This tour offers a unique way to learn about the 1692 Witch Trials while taking a guided walk through some of Salem's most storied and haunted sites. You’ll enjoy a combination of authentic New England history and an exploration of Witchcraft, Voodoo, vampire lore, ghost sightings, and paranormal investigation without any gimmicks. Visit some of the city’s spookiest sites with a paranormal investigator and historian and examine photos for paranormal activity Learn how to photograph anomalous energy, orbs, ectoplasm, and apparitions Family friendly: Paranormal and horror stories are great for kids.

2024 Viator Experiences Rising Star Award Winner! Often referred to as the "Best tour in Salem!" The most in-depth look at the Witch Trials the city has to offer. Take a journey back through time and uncover the REAL history of Salem, Massachusetts. With a local historian as your guide, you'll visit over a dozen locations in downtown Witch City and explore 400 years of history along the way. Come discover why the true history is more frightening than fiction! HIGHLIGHTS: • Most in-depth look at the Witch Trials the city has to offer • Perfect mix of history, legend, and pop culture • 400 years of history in one tour • Seasoned storytellers bring the history of Salem to life • Beloved by locals and tourists alike! • Wheelchair accessible • Dog friendly for leashed well behaved furbabies • Tours operate rain or shine

Salem history from The Satanic Temple's Salem Art Gallery! The most unique walking tour in Salem, free of supernatural or superstitious elements. No ghost stories. Your tour guide is an expert in occultism, witchcraft, an ordained satanic minister. Surprisingly very family friendly, but for weird families. Who the hell is The Satanic Temple? Watch the documentary "Hail Satan?" before booking to learn more.

Travel back in time to 1692 as we experience the Salem Witch Trials. Learn about the victims, the accusers, and the culprits who took part in one of the first and most famous scandals in our nation's history! Visit the actual locations where the historic events took place. Then, learn of Salem's hauntings while exploring spooky buildings, cemeteries, hotels, and former jails. We also dive into Salem's history of war, piracy, business, Hocus Pocus movie locations, and humorous tales of a city almost 400 years old. Our guides are passionate about the history and experienced story tellers. The tour is 1 hour in length and goes regardless of weather.

Come experience the darker side of Salem on our night-time walking tour of Salem. We retell the most spine-chilling true crime tales of murder, mystery and macabre. Why did an insane woman in the early 1600s murder her child? Who was the famous hitman who murdered the slave trader in his sleep? Did the Boston Strangler really make a visit to Salem? These historical tales and much more will unfold on this whirlwind tour of this mysterious seaside city. This is the perfect tour for true crime fans and those who love a good scandalous story! Attention: Adult Mature content including descriptive graphic murders, sexual assault and torture. This tour is not appropriate for children under 13!! Minors under 18 must be accompanied by a paid Adult, with ticket. Younger children/chaperone will be asked to leave or transfer to a different tour (if space allows). Tours run RAIN or SHINE. We do NOT cancel for weather. No refunds in October. ***Please note, we book up to 40 people per tour.

Welcome to the Salem Witch Walk! You will enter the Enchanted Garden where the magic begins! With a: -Musical Light Show -Dragons -Cauldrons -Fog and Much More You will participate in 3 spells: -A Full Ritual -A Bay Leaf Wishing Spell -And Herbal Magic that you get to take home with you! Before you leave you the Garden: You will Jump the Broom and Leave your worries behind! Your tour guide will walk you through the streets of Salem, where you will learn about what Real Witches Do and Don’t Do, while focusing on Modern Day Witchcraft as well as respecting the Victims of the 1692 Witch Trails with a Blessing!

***Please read the entire description before purchasing. 3 mile Walk and doesn’t end near start location *** Come celebrate Disney's blockbuster, Hocus Pocus! Starring Better Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker and Kathy Najimy, Hocus Pocus has become one of the most beloved movies. The majority of the movie was filmed in Salem in 1993. We will take you to 5 of the locations used in the filming. Along the way, you will also hear about the Salem Witch Trials, the maritime history, how we became the "Witch City", and more! *There is a considerable amount of walking (~3 miles). This walk can be very strenuous and is not recommended for those with the following: back, knee, or hip problems, respiratory, circulatory, cardiac issues or recent surgeries. Pioneer Village is a $5 optional fee (Seasonal only) ****The tour ends in a different location than the start - please plan accordingly. Transportation will not be provided by WCWT.

Examine the demographics, theories and personal stories comprising the 1692 Salem Witchcraft trials. Learn why the hysteria actually began and how it consumed the town of Salem and other communities, resulting in over 200 people accused and the deaths of 25 people. We go to the Witchcraft Memorial, old burying ground, Witch House and locations of the sheriff, court and where they crushed a man to death. Our tours are led by local historians, teachers, authors and researchers dedicated to preserving Salem's 17th-century legacy. This authentic history tour that will shed new light on what happened during the infamous Salem witchcraft hysteria that turned neighbor against neighbor. We are located downtown next to Emporium 32 and just a short walk from the Peabody Essex Museum and the Salem Witch Museum

Embark on an unforgettable adventure through Salem's eerie streets with our gripping walking ghost tour! Guided by a knowledgeable local expert, you’ll uncover chilling tales that resonate through Salem’s iconic historic sites. As you wander cobblestone paths, listen to spine-tingling stories of tragic events, unsolved mysteries, and the infamous witch trials that haunt this storied city. Visit notorious sites like the haunting Turner’s at Lyceum Hall and the enigmatic Witch House, where shadows whisper secrets from the past. Explore the Ropes Mansion, a stunning colonial gem with ghostly legends, and the Salem Athenaeum, a historic library steeped in supernatural lore. While we can’t enter private buildings, every step on this haunted ground is packed with anticipation and thrills. Perfect for history buffs, ghost enthusiasts, or anyone seeking a thrilling evening, this tour offers an immersive dive into Salem’s haunted history that will leave you captivated and craving more!

Take a detour to some of Salem’s best local watering holes to enjoy brew and booze while listening to sordid stories of ghostly ghouls and witches brews. It might’ve been a dry town when the Salem Witch Trials went down, but now, you can wet your appetite with some tasty, tipsy fun and drink a glass or three as you listen to the best tales of Salem’s dark and tortured past. The Spirits of Salem Haunted Pub Crawl will quench your thirst for haunted history and ghostly drinks, so join us and have your fill of spirits and spirits on this unique and unforgettable Salem drinking experience.

Step beyond the cobblestone charm and into the shadowy depths of Salem’s past on this adults-only ghost tour. Requiem for Salem isn’t just spooky—it’s steeped in the grim truths and haunted echoes of a city forever marked by fear, hysteria, and injustice. Designed for guests 16 and up, this tour tackles the darker side of Salem’s history, with mature stories, eerie locations, and a candid look at the paranoia that fueled the Witch Trials and the restless spirits they left behind. From cursed corners to historic haunts, we’ll visit the places where power, superstition, and tragedy collided. With no kid-friendly filters, you’ll hear raw, unflinching tales of the trials, executions, and eerie aftermath that still lingers in Salem’s soil. All delivered by expert guides who blend historical depth with a healthy dose of haunted fun. If you have 10 or more guests in one group, please get in touch with the private & group sales coordinator with Ghost City Tours

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!

Salem has worked its way into the supernatural record as centuries of macabre history and unexplained events have unfolded here. Not all of them are just legends. You will be surprised at the quality of documented paranormal research and authentic chilling tales that have come to define Salem’s reputation. Ghost hunters love our colonial architecture, dimly lit alleyways, and historic cemeteries. You'll hear some first-hand accounts of weird phenomena, bizarre occurrences experienced by residents and exclusive information of local hauntings researched by investigators. And you will be led by a professional guide who brings the city’s most active spirits to life under the glow of a lantern. (This tour does NOT discuss the 1692 Witchcraft Trials; take our Best Salem Witch Trials Historical Walking Tour).

Voted the Number One Ghost Tour in America for 2026 by USA Today's "10 Best"! Our evening tour is an eerie experience not to be missed! We travel to some of the most haunted sites in America and tell you the bone-chilling stories behind each haunting! Learn about the history behind these amazing locations and about the tools that early ghost hunters would have used to examine these phenomena. We will also tell you about some of history's most famous Gothic horror authors and the real events here in Salem that inspired such legends as H.P. Lovecraft, Edgar Allen Poe, and Salem's own Nathaniel Hawthorne.

Immerse yourself in the real-life stories of real pirates! Featuring Black Sam Bellamy – one of the youngest most successful pirates of all time, and Maria Hallett, the love of his life and so-called “Witch of Wellfleet”. Meet Sam’s crew and follow their journey as they seek their fortune on the high seas, find success, and ultimately meet their untimely fates off the coast of Cape Cod. See for yourself the world’s only fully authenticated pirate treasure every discovered – including coins, jewelry, and real pirate weapons – retrieved from the wreck and last touched by the hands of real pirates more than 300 years ago. Explore our Discovery Lab where you can witness artifacts being unearthed daily by trained archaeologists in real time! Become a Real Pirate yourself through our free video and photo experience! Visit our gift shop for a keepsake to remember us by.

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!

Discover Salem's darkest secrets on our 60-75 minute Ghost Tour. Our expert guides will lead you to the spookiest spots in the heart of Salem, where the echoes of the past still linger. Discover the chilling tales of murder, mystery, and mayhem that have left their mark on this historic city for centuries. Visit historic landmarks like the Salem Armory, and Old Burying Point Cemetery. Hear chilling tales of murder, mystery, and mayhem that have left their mark on this historic city for centuries. Our Spooky-kooky (Skooky?) tour starts and ends at the Pequot House. Join us on this eerie expedition through Salem's history, and let the ghosts of the past send shivers down your spine. Book your tour today and get ready for a journey into the unknown!