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Salem, MA: Hocus Pocus Movie Guided Walking Tour

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Activity provider:Witch City Walking Tours
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Salem, MA: Hocus Pocus Movie Guided Walking Tour
Activity provider:Witch City Walking Tours
5  / 53 reviews
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Take a walking tour of Salem to visit five filming locations from Disney's 1993 blockbuster "Hocus Pocus." See iconic sites like Pioneer Village and the Dennison House featured in the film.

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Duration 2.5 hours
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Live tour guide
English

Experience

Itinerary

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    Starting location:

    Salem Common

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    Salem Common

    Photo stop (10 minutes)

  • Salem

    Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk (15 minutes)

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    Old Town Hall, Salem

    Visit (10 minutes)

  • Salem

    Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Walk (10 minutes)

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    Ropes Mansion and Garden

    Photo stop (10 minutes)

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    Salem

    Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk (20 minutes)

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    Broad Street Cemetery

    Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing (10 minutes)

  • On foot

    (30 minutes)

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    4 Ocean Ave

    Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Walk, Scenic views on the way (10 minutes)

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    Salem Pioneer Village

    Photo stop, Visit, Free time, Sightseeing, Walk (20 minutes)

  • Finish at:

    Salem Pioneer Village

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For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Capture the magic of Hocus Pocus with visits to actual filming locations
  • Explore key sites including the high school and the Dennison House
  • Enter Pioneer Village on weekends and see where Binx and Emily lived
  • Gain local insight into Salem's infamous witch trials and maritime history
  • Receive a swag bag as a keepsake of your tour and play a trivia game

Full description

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.

Includes

  • Licensed guide
  • Walking tour
  • Movie trivia
  • Candy
  • Swag bags
  • Entry to Pioneer Village (weather permitting and availability; not open on weekdays)
  • Tips for your guide

Not suitable for

  • People with back problems
  • People with mobility impairments
  • People with heart problems
  • Wheelchair users
  • People with low level of fitness

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Meeting point

Meet your guide in the Salem Common at the basketball court near the playground. The closest GPS address is 62 South Washington Square.

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Important information

What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes

Not allowed

  • Intoxication
  • Alcohol and drugs
  • Unaccompanied minors

Know before you go

  • This is a strenuous walk that covers 3 miles/4.8 km. It is advisable to be in good health
  • The tour runs rain or shine
  • The tour does not enter any buildings, this is an outdoor activity only
  • Pioneer Village is not open on weekdays. So if you choose to book this tour on a weekday you will not gain entrance. Pioneer Village also closes during and after inclement weather due to muddy conditions
  • The tour is stroller accessible but some surfaces are uneven due to brick and cobblestone due to the nature of being a historic city. Caution is advised. The activity provider accepts no liability and by purchasing a ticket you assume all responsibility

Customer reviews

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Justine – United StatesSeptember 1, 2024  – Verified booking
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GetYourGuide traveler – United StatesAugust 31, 2024  – Verified booking
Awesome, it was fun seeing all the sites and stopping at pioneer village. Everyone was so sweet and accommodating
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Melissa – United StatesAugust 24, 2024  – Verified booking
Our tour guide Rebecca was fantastic! She was knowledgeable about so much of Salem’s history as well as the movie. I would recommend her to anyone wanting to check out the tour. It was a great day!
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Product ID: 655125

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