Salem Witch Trials: 400 Years of History

Explore Salem’s dark past with Jobian Day. Discover 1692’s witch trials on a captivating tour blending history, drama, and local insights.

Duration: 1 hour, 15 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Salem Witch Trials Memorial - A tribute and final resting place for those who suffered during the Salem witch trials of 1692.
  • Salem Old Town Hall - This historic building in Salem, Massachusetts, once served as a government hub and now operates as a museum and tourist attraction.
  • First Church In Salem Unitarian Universalist - Discover…
What's Included
  • Licensed experienced local Tour Guide
What's Not Included
  • Alcoholic beverages
Additional Information

Experience 400 years of history with one of America’s top award-winning historical walking tours! Accompany Salem native Jobian Day on an enlightening and entertaining journey through downtown, offering a captivating and thorough recount of the 1692 events. This tour places these infamous yet often misunderstood occurrences within the broader context of…

Location
158 Essex St
Essex Street
We meet in front of the East India Street Fountain.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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James_h
May 11, 2025
Very educational! - My guide was born and raised in Salem. Therefore, he was extremely knowledgeable and gave me great tips for dining.
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Timothy_k
May 10, 2025
Walking the streets of Salem - This was an awesome tour, very informative and held your interest. He told you how Puritans came to this land for religious freedom. And purify the English church from things they didn’t believe in. Which included anything to do with witchcraft. He showed us different churches, cemeteries, and places where in the course of their history this was done. The actual history was way more political than the stories from Hollywood. Our guide was very passionate about his local history.
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James_r
May 2, 2025
The best tour I have ever... - The best tour I have ever been on. Tour guide was very knowledgeable. He made the whole experience enjoyable. Answered all our questions I would highly recommend going on this tour.
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Jamie_b
Apr 24, 2025
Fun and informative! ... - Fun and informative! Jobian was very knowledgeable and my family and I enjoyed learning about the history of Salem and the Witch Trials.
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Debra_p
Apr 14, 2025
This was an amazing and... - This was an amazing and informative tour. Our guide knew everything and more that you would want to know about Salem. We enjoyed it!
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Constance_t
Apr 12, 2025
Beyond the Witch Trials - Want to know more about the politics of the time and the other colorful characters in early Salem beyond the witch trials? This tour with Jobian is the ticket. Fun facts about the game Monopoly too!
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475micaelag
Mar 25, 2025
Best Tour in Salem! - (maybe the best tour I have ever taken!) - I have taken Jobian’s tour “Salem and the Witch Trials” before.. though it may look like a new listing, Jobian has been performing this tour now for the better part of 4 years (and IMO at this new company- the tour is even better!)

Whenever I have friends or family in town I send them on this historical walking tour. It’s fun, informative and really entertaining. Jobian covers the full story of the witch trials while also giving an insight into Salem in the modern era- AND Jobian also runs an entertainment blog on instagram called @ThisWeekInSalem - he’s really good at tailoring recommendations no matter if it’s family or friends - family activities, nightlife, snacks or fine dining. This is great way to experience Salem- day or night, any time of the year!
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From $29
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).