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Salem, MA: History and Hauntings Guided Walking Tour

Salem, MA: History and Hauntings Guided Walking Tour

Learn about Salem's rich past as a world-class seaport and hear hauntedly chilling tales of the supernatural on this walking tour. Join a group of historians, teachers, and artists whose passion for Salem's history is truly engaging. Start at the Old Town Hall and work your way through history, seeing the most beautiful locations throughout the Historic McIntire District and downtown. Visit one of the most beautiful streets in America that showcases 300 years of architecture. Also, find out the truth about the 1692 Salem Witch Trials hysteria.

Salem: Ghosts, Witches, & Warlocks Guided Walking Tour

Salem: Ghosts, Witches, & Warlocks Guided Walking Tour

Meet your tour guide and venture through 4-8 different sites around the city, each one spookier than the last, starting with the historical Salem Old Town Hall. Continue down the eerie streets to explore the Old Burying Point Cemetery, a preserved burial ground that was established in 1637 where some prominent pilgrims and town officials were buried. This haunted tour takes you to different sites and reveals their true stories so that you can feel connected to the history that took place there. Experiencing these stories while at the sites where they occurred is a truly unique experience that can’t be recreated by simply reading about their history.  During your tour, find out how Salem became the center for all haunted happenings. The phenomenon is partially explained by Salem’s rich history and the fact that many of its oldest structures and sites are preserved today, including the famed Witch House.  Salem’s commitment to preserving this history has made it a perfect spot for spirits to linger and for visitors to experience a connection with the past. All tours meet at Outside Salem Five Savings Bank at 210 Essex St, Salem, Massachusetts. Your guide will be wearing a US Ghost Adventures t-shirt and carrying a lantern. Please arrive 15 minutes before your tour start time

Salem, MA: Hocus Pocus Movie Guided Walking Tour

Salem, MA: Hocus Pocus Movie Guided Walking Tour

Please read entire description before purchasing. ***Strenuous 3.4 mile walk and does not end at start location.*** Celebrate Disney's blockbuster “Hocus Pocus” with an enchanting walking tour in Salem. Starring Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker, and Kathy Najimy, much of this 1993 classic was filmed in Salem, and you can explore five of the movie’s filming locations. Begin your tour at Salem Common, where you will meet your guide. Visit the high school, the dance hall, Allison's house, and the Dennison house. Conclude your journey at Pioneer Village, where Binx and Emily lived in the film (open on weekends only). Along the way, delve into the history of Salem, including the infamous Salem Witch Trials, the town’s maritime heritage, and its transformation into the "Witch City." Enjoy a trivia game on one of the most beloved movies of the 20th century and get a swag bag as a memento of your magical adventure. *Pioneer Village is only open June thru October on weekends only (requires a separate $5 fee for admission). If you choose to do this tour on a weekday or during or after inclement weather Pioneer Village will not be available. ****The end of the tour ends in a different location than the start. You will need to find your own transportation back to downtown. Uber/lyft etc. **** tour is fast paced. Not for people with physical/mobility issues or heart conditions.

Salem: Voodoo, Vampires, and Ghosts Guided Walking Tour

Salem: Voodoo, Vampires, and Ghosts Guided Walking Tour

Explore Salem with Dr. Vitka a local guide and paranormal investigator. Learn the secret history of what really happened during the infamous Salem Witch Trials, discover startling information about true New England vampirism, and be amazed by tales of real, documented paranormal activity! Spellbound’s Voodoo, Vampires, and Ghosts Tour delves into the dark corners of Salem’s history, even exposing the hidden Voodoo roots of the famous Witch Hysteria. Every site we visit is a proven haunted location, and many of our guests have reported having true supernatural experiences on this Salem ghost tour! We experience the site of Salem’s most famous ghost’s demise, the field where Giles Corey was gruesomely pressed to death! Hope you do not see cursed Corey himself, the legend says when his ghost walks tragedy follows close behind! The real location of the Witch Dungeon where the accused where held before their hanging! The famously haunted Lyceum restaurant, now Turner’s Seafood, located on the land where the first Witch Trials victim Bridget Bishop lived and her ghost still lingers, a site featured on Ghost Hunters, Ghost Adventures, and many other paranormal programs! The Old Town Hall. You will be introduced to weird vampire folklore and the even more shocking modern vampire culture! People recognize the Old Town Hall as the location where the Halloween Ball from the original Hocus Pocus movie was filmed! The Boston Strangler’s Salem Murder Site! The Police Station where Harry Houdini performed his greatest escape! The Old Burying Point Cemetery. The second oldest cemetery in the United States. Final resting place of Witch Trials Judge Hathorne, as well as a little girl who may have been buried alive! Extremely haunted. Many modern magic practitioners consider this cemetery a sacred place and use it’s graveyard dirt in rituals. The Peabody Essex Museum, find out Salem’s most surprising secret hidden in the museum’s vault! The tour concludes back at the Salem Visitor Center where we show you amazing photographs of real ghost energy and encourage you to submit yours to be examined. Every site we visit is a proven haunted location, and many of our guests have reported having true supernatural experiences on the tour!

Salem: Secrets of Salem Hidden History Walking Tour

Salem: Secrets of Salem Hidden History Walking Tour

Find out how the strict Puritan town of Salem became the witchcraft capital of the world and get a behind-the-scenes look at today's tourism industry on a guided walking tour of the Witch City. Meet your guide outside the Old Town Hall and begin your history-packed walking tour of Salem. Together you'll visit 9 historic locations, including the Salem Athenaeum and Old Burying Point Cemetery, unlocking a new chapter of Salem's past at each stop. Uncover shocking secrets like the connection between author Nathaniel Hawthorne and infamous witch trials judge John Hathorne, or the fact that most of the accusations, executions, and alleged witchcraft actually occurred in Danvers, not Salem. Walk away from your tour with a full picture of Salem's history and plenty of memorable moments to share with family and friends back home.

Salem: Ghost Tour with Ghost Hunting Gear in Old Salem

Salem: Ghost Tour with Ghost Hunting Gear in Old Salem

Take a walking ghost tour through the heart of Salem, encountering landmarks shrouded in eerie legends. Let your guides immerse you in the town’s bewitching past with tales of ghosts, witches, and the supernatural, while you uncover its spectral layers with EMF detectors. As the sun sets and the moon's eerie glow rises, be greeted by your guide, a masterful storyteller with a deep knowledge of Salem's chilling tales. From the moment you step into the mystique of Salem, find yourself captivated by the enchanting atmosphere that surrounds you. Use EMF detectors, the key to unlocking the secrets that may be hidden in the spectral realm. As you explore Salem's most haunted landmarks, look out for fluctuations in electromagnetic fields that often accompany paranormal activity. Head to the Ropes Mansion, a stunning Federal-style house with a history dating back to the 18th century. Rumors of ghostly encounters have swirled around this beautiful mansion, adding to the anticipation of the tour. Next up is the Old Town Hall, an iconic building, and the filming location for the beloved movie "Hocus Pocus". Beyond its Hollywood connection, Old Town Hall is known for its haunted history, with reports of unexplained occurrences that have taken place within its walls. Fee the spectral atmosphere following you as you venture deeper into the streets of Salem. Listen to spine-tingling tales of unexplained apparitions, mysterious sounds, and encounters with the unknown, along with the historical significance of the landmarks you visit. As you walk through the moonlit streets, feel as though the past is reaching out to connect with the present, and the lines between reality and the supernatural blur. Go back home with a new appreciation for the town’s complex history.

Salem: Self-Guided Ghost Tour

Salem: Self-Guided Ghost Tour

Walk Salem's spooky streets on a smartphone-guided ghost tour. Listen to professionally narrated stories and discover unnerving legends as you make your way to some of Salem's most haunted locations. Charged smartphone in hand, set out on a ghoulish tour that takes you to eerie sites like the Witch House, the Salem Inn, the Salem Witch Trial Memorial, and many more. Hear stories about the lady in blue, the underground tunnels, the ghost of the strangler, and others. This tour is app-based and uses GPS navigation, guiding you turn by turn to the most haunted locations in Salem. Go at your own pace and take the tour at any time, even exploring the city during the witching hour if you like.

Salem, MA: Mysteries & Murder Guided Walking Tour

Salem, MA: Mysteries & Murder Guided Walking Tour

Come experience the darker side of Salem on our night-time walking tour of Salem. We retell the most spine-chilling true crime tales of murder, mystery and macabre. Why did an insane woman in the early 1600s murder her child? Who was the famous hitman who murdered the slave trader in his sleep? Did the Boston Strangler really make a visit to Salem? These historical tales and much more will unfold on this whirlwind 90-minute tour of this mysterious seaside city. This is the perfect tour for true crime fans and those who love a good scandalous story! This tour is a combination of the real, actual murders, crime stories, ghostly sightings and history. This tour is not appropriate for children. Travelers must be 13+

Salem: Vampires and Ghosts Walking Tour with Haunted Objects

Salem: Vampires and Ghosts Walking Tour with Haunted Objects

Vampire Ghost Adventures; A Walking Tour of Salem! Meeting place is the Nathaniel Hawthorne Statue, 20 Hawthorne Blvd, Salem, MA 01970 Of the 62 Tours in Salem, This is the ONLY one that Actually enters a Haunted Building, Shows you a collection of Haunted Objects and Tells You their Stories! This is not like the other tours. You will be led around town by a Vampire for starters! While all the stories I will relate to you are true, this is not just a historical tour. We will will focus on vampires, ghosts, and spiritual phenomenon around this unique town collected over the last 200 Years. Experience the mystery and wonder of these tales. I will tell you what people have seen, heard, and experienced, and show you where these things happened. You will decide what you can believe or not believe. But I assure you, the reports of these incidents are true. And there’s more than you might think!

Private Walking Tour: Spooky legends of Salem

Private Walking Tour: Spooky legends of Salem

A captivating journey through Salem’s storied past, where history and legend intertwine. This tour isn’t just a sightseeing adventure; it’s an immersive experience into the heart of Salem’s witch trials and historic tales. From the Old Town Hall’s echoes to the Witch Trials Memorial’s solemn tribute, each site offers a piece of the city’s enigmatic history. Wander the Essex Street Pedestrian Mall, pause by the Bewitched Sculpture, and admire the Witch House and Ropes Mansion from their haunting exteriors. Hamilton Hall’s grandeur completes your exploration. The tour invites you to become part of Salem’s narrative, where every corner tells a story, and history feels alive under your feet.

Old Town Hall, Salem: Our most recommended tours and activities

Salem, MA: History and Hauntings Guided Walking Tour

Salem, MA: History and Hauntings Guided Walking Tour

Learn about Salem's rich past as a world-class seaport and hear hauntedly chilling tales of the supernatural on this walking tour. Join a group of historians, teachers, and artists whose passion for Salem's history is truly engaging. Start at the Old Town Hall and work your way through history, seeing the most beautiful locations throughout the Historic McIntire District and downtown. Visit one of the most beautiful streets in America that showcases 300 years of architecture. Also, find out the truth about the 1692 Salem Witch Trials hysteria.

Salem: Ghosts, Witches, & Warlocks Guided Walking Tour

Salem: Ghosts, Witches, & Warlocks Guided Walking Tour

Meet your tour guide and venture through 4-8 different sites around the city, each one spookier than the last, starting with the historical Salem Old Town Hall. Continue down the eerie streets to explore the Old Burying Point Cemetery, a preserved burial ground that was established in 1637 where some prominent pilgrims and town officials were buried. This haunted tour takes you to different sites and reveals their true stories so that you can feel connected to the history that took place there. Experiencing these stories while at the sites where they occurred is a truly unique experience that can’t be recreated by simply reading about their history.  During your tour, find out how Salem became the center for all haunted happenings. The phenomenon is partially explained by Salem’s rich history and the fact that many of its oldest structures and sites are preserved today, including the famed Witch House.  Salem’s commitment to preserving this history has made it a perfect spot for spirits to linger and for visitors to experience a connection with the past. All tours meet at Outside Salem Five Savings Bank at 210 Essex St, Salem, Massachusetts. Your guide will be wearing a US Ghost Adventures t-shirt and carrying a lantern. Please arrive 15 minutes before your tour start time

Salem, MA: Hocus Pocus Movie Guided Walking Tour

Salem, MA: Hocus Pocus Movie Guided Walking Tour

Please read entire description before purchasing. ***Strenuous 3.4 mile walk and does not end at start location.*** Celebrate Disney's blockbuster “Hocus Pocus” with an enchanting walking tour in Salem. Starring Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker, and Kathy Najimy, much of this 1993 classic was filmed in Salem, and you can explore five of the movie’s filming locations. Begin your tour at Salem Common, where you will meet your guide. Visit the high school, the dance hall, Allison's house, and the Dennison house. Conclude your journey at Pioneer Village, where Binx and Emily lived in the film (open on weekends only). Along the way, delve into the history of Salem, including the infamous Salem Witch Trials, the town’s maritime heritage, and its transformation into the "Witch City." Enjoy a trivia game on one of the most beloved movies of the 20th century and get a swag bag as a memento of your magical adventure. *Pioneer Village is only open June thru October on weekends only (requires a separate $5 fee for admission). If you choose to do this tour on a weekday or during or after inclement weather Pioneer Village will not be available. ****The end of the tour ends in a different location than the start. You will need to find your own transportation back to downtown. Uber/lyft etc. **** tour is fast paced. Not for people with physical/mobility issues or heart conditions.

Salem: Voodoo, Vampires, and Ghosts Guided Walking Tour

Salem: Voodoo, Vampires, and Ghosts Guided Walking Tour

Explore Salem with Dr. Vitka a local guide and paranormal investigator. Learn the secret history of what really happened during the infamous Salem Witch Trials, discover startling information about true New England vampirism, and be amazed by tales of real, documented paranormal activity! Spellbound’s Voodoo, Vampires, and Ghosts Tour delves into the dark corners of Salem’s history, even exposing the hidden Voodoo roots of the famous Witch Hysteria. Every site we visit is a proven haunted location, and many of our guests have reported having true supernatural experiences on this Salem ghost tour! We experience the site of Salem’s most famous ghost’s demise, the field where Giles Corey was gruesomely pressed to death! Hope you do not see cursed Corey himself, the legend says when his ghost walks tragedy follows close behind! The real location of the Witch Dungeon where the accused where held before their hanging! The famously haunted Lyceum restaurant, now Turner’s Seafood, located on the land where the first Witch Trials victim Bridget Bishop lived and her ghost still lingers, a site featured on Ghost Hunters, Ghost Adventures, and many other paranormal programs! The Old Town Hall. You will be introduced to weird vampire folklore and the even more shocking modern vampire culture! People recognize the Old Town Hall as the location where the Halloween Ball from the original Hocus Pocus movie was filmed! The Boston Strangler’s Salem Murder Site! The Police Station where Harry Houdini performed his greatest escape! The Old Burying Point Cemetery. The second oldest cemetery in the United States. Final resting place of Witch Trials Judge Hathorne, as well as a little girl who may have been buried alive! Extremely haunted. Many modern magic practitioners consider this cemetery a sacred place and use it’s graveyard dirt in rituals. The Peabody Essex Museum, find out Salem’s most surprising secret hidden in the museum’s vault! The tour concludes back at the Salem Visitor Center where we show you amazing photographs of real ghost energy and encourage you to submit yours to be examined. Every site we visit is a proven haunted location, and many of our guests have reported having true supernatural experiences on the tour!

Salem: Secrets of Salem Hidden History Walking Tour

Salem: Secrets of Salem Hidden History Walking Tour

Find out how the strict Puritan town of Salem became the witchcraft capital of the world and get a behind-the-scenes look at today's tourism industry on a guided walking tour of the Witch City. Meet your guide outside the Old Town Hall and begin your history-packed walking tour of Salem. Together you'll visit 9 historic locations, including the Salem Athenaeum and Old Burying Point Cemetery, unlocking a new chapter of Salem's past at each stop. Uncover shocking secrets like the connection between author Nathaniel Hawthorne and infamous witch trials judge John Hathorne, or the fact that most of the accusations, executions, and alleged witchcraft actually occurred in Danvers, not Salem. Walk away from your tour with a full picture of Salem's history and plenty of memorable moments to share with family and friends back home.

Salem: Ghost Tour with Ghost Hunting Gear in Old Salem

Salem: Ghost Tour with Ghost Hunting Gear in Old Salem

Take a walking ghost tour through the heart of Salem, encountering landmarks shrouded in eerie legends. Let your guides immerse you in the town’s bewitching past with tales of ghosts, witches, and the supernatural, while you uncover its spectral layers with EMF detectors. As the sun sets and the moon's eerie glow rises, be greeted by your guide, a masterful storyteller with a deep knowledge of Salem's chilling tales. From the moment you step into the mystique of Salem, find yourself captivated by the enchanting atmosphere that surrounds you. Use EMF detectors, the key to unlocking the secrets that may be hidden in the spectral realm. As you explore Salem's most haunted landmarks, look out for fluctuations in electromagnetic fields that often accompany paranormal activity. Head to the Ropes Mansion, a stunning Federal-style house with a history dating back to the 18th century. Rumors of ghostly encounters have swirled around this beautiful mansion, adding to the anticipation of the tour. Next up is the Old Town Hall, an iconic building, and the filming location for the beloved movie "Hocus Pocus". Beyond its Hollywood connection, Old Town Hall is known for its haunted history, with reports of unexplained occurrences that have taken place within its walls. Fee the spectral atmosphere following you as you venture deeper into the streets of Salem. Listen to spine-tingling tales of unexplained apparitions, mysterious sounds, and encounters with the unknown, along with the historical significance of the landmarks you visit. As you walk through the moonlit streets, feel as though the past is reaching out to connect with the present, and the lines between reality and the supernatural blur. Go back home with a new appreciation for the town’s complex history.

Salem: Self-Guided Ghost Tour

Salem: Self-Guided Ghost Tour

Walk Salem's spooky streets on a smartphone-guided ghost tour. Listen to professionally narrated stories and discover unnerving legends as you make your way to some of Salem's most haunted locations. Charged smartphone in hand, set out on a ghoulish tour that takes you to eerie sites like the Witch House, the Salem Inn, the Salem Witch Trial Memorial, and many more. Hear stories about the lady in blue, the underground tunnels, the ghost of the strangler, and others. This tour is app-based and uses GPS navigation, guiding you turn by turn to the most haunted locations in Salem. Go at your own pace and take the tour at any time, even exploring the city during the witching hour if you like.

Salem, MA: Mysteries & Murder Guided Walking Tour

Salem, MA: Mysteries & Murder Guided Walking Tour

Come experience the darker side of Salem on our night-time walking tour of Salem. We retell the most spine-chilling true crime tales of murder, mystery and macabre. Why did an insane woman in the early 1600s murder her child? Who was the famous hitman who murdered the slave trader in his sleep? Did the Boston Strangler really make a visit to Salem? These historical tales and much more will unfold on this whirlwind 90-minute tour of this mysterious seaside city. This is the perfect tour for true crime fans and those who love a good scandalous story! This tour is a combination of the real, actual murders, crime stories, ghostly sightings and history. This tour is not appropriate for children. Travelers must be 13+

Salem: Vampires and Ghosts Walking Tour with Haunted Objects

Salem: Vampires and Ghosts Walking Tour with Haunted Objects

Vampire Ghost Adventures; A Walking Tour of Salem! Meeting place is the Nathaniel Hawthorne Statue, 20 Hawthorne Blvd, Salem, MA 01970 Of the 62 Tours in Salem, This is the ONLY one that Actually enters a Haunted Building, Shows you a collection of Haunted Objects and Tells You their Stories! This is not like the other tours. You will be led around town by a Vampire for starters! While all the stories I will relate to you are true, this is not just a historical tour. We will will focus on vampires, ghosts, and spiritual phenomenon around this unique town collected over the last 200 Years. Experience the mystery and wonder of these tales. I will tell you what people have seen, heard, and experienced, and show you where these things happened. You will decide what you can believe or not believe. But I assure you, the reports of these incidents are true. And there’s more than you might think!

Private Walking Tour: Spooky legends of Salem

Private Walking Tour: Spooky legends of Salem

A captivating journey through Salem’s storied past, where history and legend intertwine. This tour isn’t just a sightseeing adventure; it’s an immersive experience into the heart of Salem’s witch trials and historic tales. From the Old Town Hall’s echoes to the Witch Trials Memorial’s solemn tribute, each site offers a piece of the city’s enigmatic history. Wander the Essex Street Pedestrian Mall, pause by the Bewitched Sculpture, and admire the Witch House and Ropes Mansion from their haunting exteriors. Hamilton Hall’s grandeur completes your exploration. The tour invites you to become part of Salem’s narrative, where every corner tells a story, and history feels alive under your feet.

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(185 reviews)

Derrick was a great guide-very informative on history, and he knew lots of great ghost stories. We had teens with us who lived playing with the EMF detectors, and it wasn’t “too” scary for the younger kids with us. I highly recommend him and his tour!

our guide tour was simply amazing took us to amazing places explained everything and i personally felt some stuff and something showed up in one of the photos i took , I highly recommend this tour you will love it

Very knowledgeable guide. Wish there had more time to see and have more explained and time for pictures without me having to run to catch up. But overall great experience.

Sam was an excellent tour guide. The day was perfect. Very educational and entertaining. Would definitely go again!

how informative my tour lady is. Very clear in explaining the historical sites