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Download GuideAlong's walking tour of Salem to explore the infamous Salem Witch Trials. Along the 1.5-mile route, we’ll point out important locations and share local tips while explaining how the trials unfolded.
See spots connected to the 1692 trials like Salem Witch Museum, Old Burying Point Cemetery, the Witch Trials Memorial, and more. We'll also explore Salem’s cultural legacy at the House of Seven Gables, and Hocus Pocus and Bewitched filming sites, while the Old Town Hall and Mercy Tavern share more of Salem's history. Allow about half a day to enjoy this historic walk.
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What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Includes an app-based self-guided experience, so there is no need to meet an in-person guide. Start outside the Salem Armory Visitor Center on New Liberty Street, or join anywhere along the route. Search your email for “Download Audio Tour.”
Itinerary
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1The Witch House at Salem
The Witch House in Salem, once home to Judge Jonathan Corwin, is the only surviving structure linked to the 1692 witch trials. Its preserved 17th-century architecture offers visitors a glimpse into the past, with exhibits detailing the trials and the Corwin family’s role in them. The house stands as a somber reminder of the fear, hysteria, and injustice that shaped one of the darkest chapters in American history.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Salem Witch Trials Memorial
Located near the Old Burying Point Cemetery, the Salem Witch Trials Memorial commemorates the 20 victims executed during the 1692 witch trials. Featuring 20 stone benches engraved with the victims’ names and dates of death, the site provides a solemn space for reflection.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Old Burying Point Cemetery
Dating back to 1637, the Old Burying Point Cemetery is one of America’s oldest burial grounds. It holds the remains of many notable Salem residents, including victims of the 1692 witch trials.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Roger Conant Statue
The Roger Conant Statue honours Salem’s founder and first governor, who arrived in 1626 and led the early settlers to establish the town. Conant was an essential contributor to the colony’s growth and development.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Nathaniel Hawthorne Birthplace
Erected in 1885, the Nathaniel Hawthorne Statue honours the famed author of The Scarlet Letter and The House of the Seven Gables. Depicting Hawthorne in a reflective pose, it symbolizes his deep connection to Salem and its history.
25 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6The House Of The Seven Gables
Built in 1668, the House of the Seven Gables is one of the oldest surviving homes in Salem and is the inspiration for Nathaniel Hawthorne’s famous novel. Known for its unique gabled architecture, the mansion reflects Salem’s maritime history and colonial heritage.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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