Salem Haunted History and Ghost Walking Tour

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1 hour 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

Explore Salem's 1692 witch trials, ghost legends, maritime history, and connections to Hocus Pocus and Bewitched with licensed guide Tarn C. Stephanos.

Born in Salem, raised in neighboring Swampscott, and a Salem State University graduate, Tarn personally leads every tour. He has guided Boston Harbor tours since the 1990s and led Salem ghost tours in the late 1990s and early 2000s. His experience also includes giving tours at Titanic artifact exhibitions across North America.

Hear haunting legends at the Joshua Ward House and Hawthorne Hotel, discover filming locations, and remember the victims at the Witch Trials Memorial. Along the way, explore historic architecture, seafaring stories, and Salem's transformation into a Halloween destination.

This independently operated tour combines a lifelong love of history with a personal connection to Salem, with time for questions and photographs. All building stops are exterior visits.

What's Included

Exterior visits to historic landmarks along the route.
Live storytelling about Salem's ghost legends and local history.
Commentary on Salem's maritime heritage and historic architecture.
Visits to locations connected to Salem's 1692 witch trials.
Guided walking tour led by licensed Salem guide Tarn C Stephanos
Museum and historic building admission- Exterior visits only
Food and beverages not included.
Gratuities (Optional)
Transportation to and from the meeting point. This is a walking tour.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Bewitched Sculpture

Meet beside the Bewitched statue at the corner of Essex and Washington Streets in Salem. Your guide will either be dressed as a monk, or will be wearing a long coat and stovepipe hat.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1
    Bewitched Statue of Elizabeth Montgomery

    Begin (and end) the tour beside the statue of Samantha Stephens and discover how the 1960's TV show Bewitched helped shape Salem's modern identity and tourism industry.

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    The Witch House at Salem

    View the home of witch trials judge Jonathan Corwin and hear about his role in the events of Salem's 1692 witch trials. Exterior view only.

    5 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 3
    Ropes Mansion and Garden

    See the historic mansion featured as Allison's house in the movie Hocus Pocus and hear stories of it's past. Exterior view only

    5 minutes • Admission ticket not included

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • This outdoor tour involves approximately two hours of walking and standing. Wear comfortable shoes; some sidewalks may be uneven.
Supplied by Tarn's Boston Historic Walking Tours

Tags

Private and Luxury
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Ghost Tours
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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