Salem Witch Museum

Make your way to the popular Salem Witch Museum on Washington Square, and exchange your voucher for the next available presentation in the large and darkened auditorium of the museum. Be amazed as 13 life size stages sets built into the walls above and around the auditorium illuminate one at a time. Hear a fascinating narration depicting scenes from the history of the trials during the 30-minute presentation. Seating is available throughout the auditorium for your comfort. Then, be guided by museum staff through the "Witches: Evolving Perceptions" exhibit. Additional life-size stage sets depict the evolution of the word "witch," from the pagan midwife of pre-Christian times to the modern-day wiccan. Explore the phenomenon of the witch hunts and how they begin. Hear examples of witch hunts that have taken place since 1692 in a presentation of no more than 15 minutes.

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Board the Salem Ferry in Boston and enjoy the scenery as you pass the Boston Harbor Islands and head up the coast of the North Shore before docking in Salem. Enjoy a visit to the Salem Witch Museum and be transported back to 1692 to experience the history of the Salem Witch Trials. Take away important lessons from how the events played out and the key figures that drove the witchcraft panic, and examine how these themes are applicable to modern culture. Once you leave the museum, enjoy some free time to grab lunch on your own in Salem Village, with recommendations from your guide. After lunch, retrace the footsteps of Salem’s famous history with a guided walk through town. Honor the innocent victims at the Salem Witch Trial Memorial, hear of the lasting impact the Witch Trials left on the town, and learn how the present-day community continues to respect its legacy. Moving onto the Burying Point, your small group will visit the final resting place of notable Salem residents and some important figures from the Witch Trials. Now that you’ve learned about history, time to turn your attention to modern times and discover some seemingly out-of-place marks left behind by popular culture. Enjoy curious storefronts, historic homes, and more as you roam Salem’s streets. Take some photos at the Bewitched Statue, and then walk up a historic street to the setting of Hocus Pocus: Ropes Mansion. Wrap up your day with a visit to the First Church in Salem and the Witch House, both of which were significant to the Salem Witch Trials. Stay as long as you like and continue your own exploration of Salem before making your way back to Boston with one more ferry ride.

Join a local guide for an ultimate tour that spans three centuries, churning out bone-chilling tales of murderous puritans, bootleggers, sailors, and a cursed 19th century novelist. Enjoy a walking tour that will show you the city's history and the aftermath of the Salem witch trials. Meet your seasoned guide at 210 Essex Street, where they’ll cover the history of The Witch City. Depart your starting location and wind through 10 historic, haunted locations, including the Salem Witch Trials Memorial. Feel a chill crawl up your spine as you face the John Ward House, where a witch-hunting sheriff terrorizes innocent guests. Search for the “Lady in Blue” at Rockafella’s, and find out how the spirits of the Hawthorne Hotel are connected to Harry Houdini. By the end of the tour, you’ll have plenty of nightmare fuel to share with friends and family back home. Are you brave enough to step into the shadows of Salem? The spirits are waiting.

Join a captivating journey from Boston to the historic town of Salem, Massachusetts. Delve into the intriguing history that has made Salem so renowned. Your guide will take you on a fascinating tour through time, starting with the famous Salem Witch Trials of 1692. Learn about the moral panic, hysteria, and conflict that engulfed the town during that fateful period and the solemn reminders of the innocents whose lives were forever changed. Discover the stories of key figures like Tituba, a woman accused of witchcraft, and Judge Hathorne, who presided over the trials. Visit the Salem Witch Museum and enjoy free time to look through the exhibits. Stop at the house from Hocus Pocus and get your photo taken outside of it. Head to the Essex Street Witch House Museum to learn about Judge Jonathan Corwin, another figure who presided over the witch trials. As you explore the narrow streets and charming architecture, catch glimpses of the colonial past that still resonates throughout the town. Hear tales of the city's maritime heritage, with trade and seafaring shaping Salem's development into a bustling port. Visit the stunning Salem Maritime National Historic Site, to gain insight into Salem's vital role in America's early maritime history. Enjoy some free time in the town to buy souvenirs and get food before returning to the bus. Leave this enchanting town with a deeper knowledge of its captivating past.

Discover the mysteries and history of Salem at your own pace with our Self-Guided Tours and Multi-Language Audio Guide. Tour the haunted city's most iconic landmarks, such as the Witches' House, Peabody Essex Museum and Charter Street Cemetery, while listening to fascinating narrations in the language of your choice. Salem's top audio-guided points of interest for you to visit include: - Salem Witch Museum - Salem Maritime National Historic Site - Salem Willows Park - Salem Witch Trials Memorial - Witch Dungeon Museum - Witch House - Salem Witch Trials Memorial - Old Burying Point Cemetery - House of the Seven Gables - Peabody Essex Museum - Statue of Elizabeth Montgomery - Essex Street Pedestrian Mall With our tours, you decide where to stop, how long to stay at each location, and what you want to hear. The audio guide will provide you with detailed information about Salem's history, architecture and legends, as well as trivia and anecdotes that will surprise you.

Embark on a private guided tour from Boston to Salem and the picturesque North Shore. Journey northward along the Atlantic Coast and stop in several seaside towns to explore their maritime heritage, pristine beaches, charming streets, and historic homes. Start with pickup from your accommodation and travel to the town of Salem. Discover the real stories behind Salem’s most infamous event, the Salem Witch Trials, at the sites where they occurred. Stop at Salem cemetery where several notable residents, including a notorious judge who presided over the Salem Witch Trials, are buried. You can also choose to visit The House of the Seven Gables, the Salem Witch Museum, and Essex Street, Salem’s vibrant downtown district. Next, venture to the Cape Ann peninsula, which includes idyllic Manchester-by-the-Sea, known for its beaches and upscale boutiques, and Gloucester, a bustling port with historic lighthouses and thriving art scene. Admire the postcard-perfect village of Rockport, a perfect place to enjoy ocean views, listen to the waves crashing on the shore, and see the most-painted building in America, Motif No. 1. After a day of exploration, relax on the return journey to Boston, with drop-off at your accommodation.