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Salem: History & Witchcraft Day Tour

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Salem: History & Witchcraft Day Tour
4.8461537 out of 5 stars
4.8
4.8461537 out of 5 stars
13 reviews

Explore the picturesque and quaint streets of downtown Salem, the site of the worlds most famous Witchcraft Trials. Enjoy a guided walk with a licensed and professional guide who will bring Salem's history alive.

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Duration 1.5 hours
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English

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Highlights

  • Visit the Old Burial Ground Cemetery and Witch Trials Memorial
  • Learn the stories of the accused and executed witches from a local expert
  • Discover the most globally relevant history that Salem has to offer

Full description

Meet near the cobblestone streets and brick-lined center of town on Essex Street. Follow your licensed and experienced historical guide through the Axelrod Garden Walkway toward the Witch Trials Memorial.

Hear about the lead up to the Salem Witchcraft Hysteria that engulfed the town in 1692. Through the memorial and into the Old Burial Point Cemetery your guide will continue to explain the surprisingly relevant stories of those accused and those that accused them.

Continue on to several other locations with strong ties to the witchcraft hysteria such as the witch dungeon site, and others.

Includes

  • Licensed guide
  • Discounts at other attractions and shops
  • Gratuities
  • Admission to any museums or attractions

Meeting point

Check-in takes place inside Remember Salem Gifts. Please arrive 15 minutes before the tour start time.

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What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Weather-appropriate clothing
  • Face mask or protective covering

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  • Intoxication
  • Alcohol and drugs

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  • This tour will take place rain or shine

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4.8 /5

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GetYourGuide traveler – United StatesJanuary 1, 2023 – Verified booking
Best way to see Salem or Boston is a walking tour
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GetYourGuide traveler – United StatesSeptember 21, 2022 – Verified booking
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GetYourGuide traveler – United StatesSeptember 1, 2022 – Verified booking

Product ID: 226537

Activity provider:Histrionic Academy
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