Uncover the dark history of the Salem Witch Trials on a day trip from Boston. Explore the sites where the hysteria unfolded and learn about the events that drove a quiet community to the brink of madness.
Uncover the dark history of the Salem Witch Trials on a day trip from Boston. Explore the sites where the hysteria unfolded and learn about the events that drove a quiet community to the brink of madness.
- Salem Ferry - Begin your adventure just like the early settlers did: by boat! Embark on the Salem Ferry in Boston and enjoy the picturesque views as you pass the Boston Harbor Islands, heading up the North Shore coast before arriving in Salem in about an hour. Your roundtrip ferry ticket is included in the tour price.
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Salem Ferry - Begin your adventure just like the early settlers did: by boat! Embark on the Salem Ferry in Boston and enjoy the picturesque views as you pass the Boston Harbor Islands, heading up the North Shore coast before arriving in Salem in about an hour. Your roundtrip ferry ticket is included in the tour price.
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Salem Witch Museum - For tours on Sunday-Thursday, your experience includes either the Salem Witch Museum (Sunday-Thursday tours) or the Real Pirate Museum (Friday & Saturday tours). At the Salem Witch Museum, you’ll be transported back to 1692 to explore the history of the Salem Witch Trials. Learn valuable lessons from the events, meet the key figures behind the witchcraft panic, and see how these themes relate to modern culture.
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Real Pirates Salem - On Friday or Saturday tours, you’ll visit the Real Pirate Museum to delve into Salem’s maritime history. Once a fishing village, the town flourished as a major seaport. Discover the surprising impact of piracy and trade on Salem’s history, both before and after the Witch Trials.
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Salem - Walk through Salem to retrace the steps of its famous history. As a thriving seaport, the town was home to merchants, sailors, and even pirates, some of whom played unexpected roles in the town’s history, both before and after the trials.
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Salem Witch Trials Memorial - Reflect at this poignant memorial honoring the innocent victims of the Witch Trials. Dedicated in 1992—the 300th anniversary of the trials—by Elie Wiesel, the memorial features proclamations of innocence from court transcripts. You’ll also visit the nearby Burying Point, the final resting place of key trial figures and notable Salem residents.
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Bewitched Statue of Elizabeth Montgomery - After exploring Salem’s dramatic past, shift focus to witches in modern pop culture. A must-see is the famous Bewitched Statue, celebrating the iconic sitcom that filmed several episodes in Salem in 1970.
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Ropes Mansion and Garden - This enchanting spot, featured in the Disney movie “Hocus Pocus,” will captivate you! Explore the public gardens, though entrance to the house is not included in this tour. You’ll also visit the First Church of Salem as you conclude your day of sightseeing.
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Witch House - Stop outside the only remaining building with direct ties to the 1692 Salem Witch Trials: the home of Judge Jonathan Corwin.
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Salem - Before heading back to Boston, enjoy some free time for shopping or lunch on your own. Your guide will offer recommendations for the best restaurants and shops to explore.
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Salem Ferry - Board the ferry for your return journey to Boston. Note: Tours in April, May, & November will return to Boston by MBTA rail instead of the ferry.
- Entrance to the Salem Witch Museum (Sun-Thurs tours)
- Entrance to the Real Pirates Museum (Fri & Sat tours)
- Local English-speaking guide
- Small group of 14 people max
- Round-trip Ferry tickets from Boston-Salem
- Entrance to the Salem Witch Museum (Sun-Thurs tours)
- Entrance to the Real Pirates Museum (Fri & Sat tours)
- Local English-speaking guide
- Small group of 14 people max
- Round-trip Ferry tickets from Boston-Salem
- Hotel Pick-up/Drop-off
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- Hotel Pick-up/Drop-off
- Lunch
- Gratuities
Salem, Massachusetts, once a peaceful Puritan fishing village, became the center of attention when unusual events began to unsettle the calm community, leading to a widespread fear of witches. Renowned for the notorious 1692 Witch Trials, Salem provides a rare chance to explore the authentic history in the very location where these events unfolded….
Salem, Massachusetts, once a peaceful Puritan fishing village, became the center of attention when unusual events began to unsettle the calm community, leading to a widespread fear of witches. Renowned for the notorious 1692 Witch Trials, Salem provides a rare chance to explore the authentic history in the very location where these events unfolded. Discover eight key sites and delve into the town’s maritime history as a guide explains how rational villagers were driven to complete hysteria on this meticulously organized day trip from Boston, accommodating a small group of 14 people. Depending on the day of your visit, you’ll explore the Salem Witch Museum (Sunday-Thursday tours) or the Real Pirates Museum (Friday & Saturday tours).
- This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.
- This tour can accept wheelchairs/strollers. Please note that sections of this tour cover busy areas of the city & areas with brick/ cobbled roads.
- Walks / Devour complies with all local government regulations. Please refer to local government guidelines for the most up-to-date information.
- Lunch is not provided as part of the tour experience; however, there will be free time scheduled for you to enjoy lunch on your own. Your guide will offer recommendations.
- This tour is in English.
- Sun - Thu tours only: Entrance to the Salem Witch Museum
- Fri & Sat tours only: Entrance to Real Pirates
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
