Salem History & Haunt Walking Tour

4.6
(76 reviews)

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1 hour 20 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

Step into the shadows of Salem’s past on this group tour that dives deep into the dark legends and chilling true stories of the infamous Witch Trials of 1692. Walk the very streets where fear took hold, and uncover the eerie truths behind one of the most notorious chapters in Colonial America. Along the way, hear ghost stories, strange happenings, and tales that still haunt the city today. Led by passionate local guides—not actors with scripts—each tour is personal, immersive, and unforgettable, offering an up-close look at Salem’s most iconic and haunted sites.

What's Included

City of Salem Licensed Guide

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
127 Essex St

Guests will check in inside Remember Salem Gifts by the cashier.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Ticket Redemption Point

127 Essex St

Itinerary

Duration: 1 hour 20 minutes (approximately)
  • 1
    Salem Armory Regional Visitor Park

    Introduction to Salem

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Hear about the church and graveyard's connection to the Salem Witch Trials and the sordid past of the building as well as it's haunts.

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3

    Hear about Giles Corey, an accused witch, and his untimely end. This is one of the most haunted sites in Salem.

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4

    The Old Salem Jail (now luxury apartments) was built while execution by hanging was still practiced in Massachusetts. Some call this the Jail from Parker Bros' famous game, Monopoly. Other's may know it from being listed as one of the worst jails in America before if closed in 1992. A connection to the Salem Witch Trials leads sows the seeds to a well documented curse, and the most well-known ghost stories to Salem locals. This spot may not be a favorite to the faint of heart of those sensitive to haunts.

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by The Salem Night Ghost Tour

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Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Ghost Tours
Excellent Quality
Low Supplier Cancellation Rate
Low Last Minute Supplier Cancellation Rate
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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