Salem Witch Trials Digital Guidebook: Self-Guided Tour

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2 to 3 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Step back into 1692 with the Salem Witch Trials Digital Guidebook. Uncover the chilling events of Salem’s dark past as you visit iconic locations like the Salem Witch Museum, Old Burying Point Cemetery, and the Witch House. This guidebook brings history to life with detailed stories, historical context, and insider tips. Navigate easily through Salem’s most haunted sites with our comprehensive, user-friendly guide. Find hidden gems, must-see attractions, and the best times to visit, all in one place. Perfect for history buffs and curious travelers, this digital guidebook ensures an enriching experience at every stop.

What's Included

Dining Suggestions: Nearby restaurant options with menus, hours, and ratings.
Transportation: Directions, parking tips, and public transport guidance for easy navigation.
Travel Tips: Expert advice on the best visit times, what to wear, and offline accessibility.
Cultural Insights: In-depth stories of the Salem Witch Trials and their lasting impact.
Itinerary: Easy-to-follow guide through Salem’s top sites with clear directions.
Foods And Drinks

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Begin on New Liberty St in Salem, with the Salem Armory Visitor Center on your left and a multi-story parking lot on your right. This is the recommended starting point. We are not connected to the Visitor Center or the surrounding businesses.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 to 3 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    John Ward House

    At the Joshua Ward House, up next, you'll get a glimpse of what remains of the residence once belonging to Sheriff George Corwin, who signed the arrest and execution warrants of those accused of witchcraft

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2

    After that, you'll arrive at St Peter's Episcopal Church, which sits on land the town confiscated after the owners, accused of witchcraft, skipped town

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Old Burying Point Cemetery

    Up next is the graveyard where most of the witch trial victims are buried. Ironically, this is also the final resting place of the chief investigator during those trials, who directly caused many deaths.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4
    The Burying Point

    The Salem Witch Trials are typically associated with women and girls. ... Corey was buried in an unmarked grave in what is now the Howard Street Cemetery, ... on his ghost's bad side, consider joining us on our journey through historic Salem.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 5

    Then you'll pass by an impressive statue of Roger Conant, Salem's founder and first governor, as well as the Witch Museum, filled with all sorts of deep-dive info about the trials and the surrounding mass hysteria

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 6

    Another detour brings you to the Broad Street Cemetery, where Sheriff Corwin ended up after suffering a mysterious heart attack

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 7
    Hamilton Hall

    Then you'll see Hamilton Hall, a venue which has hosted esteemed figures like Alexander Hamilton, FDR, and the Marquis de Lafayette

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 8

    Literature fans won't want to miss the Nathaniel Hawthorne statue, dedicated to one of America's greatest authors

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 9

    You can also visit the birthplace of famous author Nathaniel Hawthorne, which has been preserved in its original condition

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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