Salem tours, things to do and tickets
History and Hauntings of Salem Guided Walking Tour
Duration: 2 hours
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 39 people per tour***
$36*Per person
Salem's Best Ghost Tour
Duration: Flexible
Salem Night Tour is 'The Witch City's' BEST nightly tour since 2006! A compelling experience, led by locals with a flair for the history and haunts of Salem. Are guides are expert story tellers and are never scripted! Join the 75-90 minute adventure as a local guide leads the way through legends, ghost stories, history, and the infamous hysteria of 1692 — the Salem Witch Trials. This is a comfortably paced outdoor walking tour of downtown Salem, so please dress accordingly. The tour is largely attended and reservations are strongly suggested.
$30*Per person
Salem Voodoo, Vampires, and Ghosts Guided Walking Tour
Duration: Flexible
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.
$28*Per person
Bewitched Walking Tour of Salem
Duration: 2 hours
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
$35*Per person
Satanic Salem Walking Tour
Duration: 2 hours
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.
$25*Per person
Mysteries and Murders of Salem Guided Night-Time Walking Tour
Duration: 2 hours - 2 hours
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.
$36*Per person
The Salem Witch Walk
Duration: Flexible
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!
$25*Per person
Wicked Awesome Tours: Witch Trial History and Salem Haunts!
Duration: an hour
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.
$28*Per person
Salem Night Tour: Haunt and History Guided Night Tour
Duration: 2 hours
Discover the most haunted historic sites and hear ghost stories in Downtown Salem on this guided walking tour. Learn about the infamous Salem witchcraft hysteria from your licensed guide.
$26*Per person
Salem: Ghosts, Witches, & Warlocks Guided Walking Tour
Duration: an hour - 2 hours
Embark on a spine-chilling adventure through the eerie streets of Salem, Massachusetts, on our ghost tour that will send shivers down your spine.
$24*Per person
2.5-Hour Salem History & Sightseeing Guided Walking Tour
Duration: 2 hours
Book the Salem historical tour with a five star rated guide and masterful storyteller, Kenneth Glover. He has guided Salemwalkingtours.com for ten years and presents a vivid picture of Salem with the words and observations of the people who made the history. The experience includes moments of the witch trials and great Salem stories. This tour is best for guests interested in Salem’s total history through the centuries.
The lives of the Puritans and colonists, religion and law, The great age of sail, The American Revolution and 19th century. If you want a tour with a guide who is a researcher of Salem history and an exceptional storyteller then this tour will be a highlight of your trip.
$40*Per person
Boston: Go City All-Inclusive Pass with 45+ Attractions
Duration: a few seconds
Save up to 50% with all-inclusive access to 45+ top attractions in Boston. Hop-on hop-off the CityView Trolley, get historical at Paul Revere's House, whiz to the top of View Boston, and much more.
$74*Per person
Salem Witch Museum Admission Ticket
Duration: a few seconds
Go on a dramatic journey through the Salem Witch Trials of 1692 with an entrance ticket to the Salem Witch Museum. See presentations that cast some light on the story of the court proceedings.
$17.5*Per person
Salem "Hocus Pocus" Movie Locations Tour (31st Anniversary)
Duration: 2 hours
***Please read the entire description before purchasing. Strenuous Long 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) at a very fast pace. 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.
$52*Per person
Best Salem Witch Trials Historical Walking Tour
Duration: Flexible
This fascinating tour will go deeper into the trials than most others. You will hear personal stories of the accused, why some of them got accused and the reasons why people testified against them. It was a combination of motives and each person's story is different. We will use a combination of story telling, pictures and maps to paint the truest picture of what was really going on during the infamous Salem Witchcraft Trials. Discover the somber and harrowing events that occurred before, during and after the trials on this walking tour in Salem.
$30*Per person
Salem: 1692 Witchcraft Trials Walk
Duration: 2 hours
In 1692, twenty people were executed for witchcraft in Salem, Massachusetts. Five more died in jail. Neighbor testified against neighbor as emotions ran high in the small community. Take a 1.5-hour walking tour to find out what led to these dark events.
$25*Per person
Requiem for Salem Walking Ghost Tour
Duration: 2 hours
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
$34.99*Per person
Salem Ghost Tour: Witches & Wicked Whispers
Duration: Flexible
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!
$30*Per person
Salem: Boos and Brews Haunted Pub Crawl
Duration: 2 hours
Taste the Witch City’s best potions on this walking pub crawl of Salem’s most chilling haunted bars. Wind through 8 historic locations, including 4 pubs.
$28*Per person
Salem Uncovered: The Salem Witch Trials Tour
Duration: 2 hours
The tryals have left a footprint on Salem, and the world, that still echo 333 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 .
$26*Per person
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