Uncover the dark history of the Salem Witch Trials with this self-guided walking tour in Salem, Massachusetts. Explore the haunting sites and learn about the tragic events that unfolded over 300 years ago.
Uncover the dark history of the Salem Witch Trials with this self-guided walking tour in Salem, Massachusetts. Explore the haunting sites and learn about the tragic events that unfolded over 300 years ago.
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Old Burying Point Cemetery - Next, you’ll visit the cemetery where many of the witch trial victims are interred. Interestingly, it’s also the final resting place of the chief investigator of those trials, who was responsible for many deaths.
Note: This 4+ mile-long tour highlights the key sites of Salem in 1-2 hours. - John Ward House -…
- Old Burying Point Cemetery - Next, you’ll visit the cemetery where many of the witch trial victims are interred. Interestingly, it’s also the final resting place of the chief investigator of those trials, who was responsible for many deaths.
Note: This 4+ mile-long tour highlights the key sites of Salem in 1-2 hours.
- John Ward House - Following that, at the Joshua Ward House, you’ll see the remnants of the home that once belonged to Sheriff George Corwin, who signed the arrest and execution warrants for those accused of witchcraft.
- Saint Peter’s Episcopal Church - Next, you’ll reach St Peter’s Episcopal Church, located on land that the town seized after the owners, accused of witchcraft, fled.
- The Burying Point - The Salem Witch Trials are often linked with women and girls. … Corey was buried in an unmarked grave in what is now the Howard Street Cemetery, … If you want to avoid his ghost’s wrath, join us on our tour through historic Salem.
- Roger Conant Statue - You’ll then pass by a striking statue of Roger Conant, Salem’s founder and first governor, as well as the Witch Museum, which offers in-depth information about the trials and the surrounding hysteria.
- Broad Street Cemetery - Another stop takes you to the Broad Street Cemetery, where Sheriff Corwin was buried after dying from a mysterious heart attack.
- Hamilton Hall - Next, you’ll see Hamilton Hall, a venue that has hosted notable figures like Alexander Hamilton, FDR, and the Marquis de Lafayette.
- Nathanial Hawthorne Statue - Literature enthusiasts will appreciate the Nathaniel Hawthorne statue, dedicated to one of America’s greatest authors.
- Nathaniel Hawthorne Birthplace - You can also visit the preserved birthplace of the renowned author Nathaniel Hawthorne.
- Easy-to-use app: download Action’s Tour Guide App onto your phone
- Engaging storytelling: Uncover unique tales and thrilling history for a memorable journey!
- Perfect narrator: nothing can beat listening to a great voice. Proven with tons of rave reviews!
- Offline maps: no signal, no problem! Works perfectly without cellular or wifi.
- Comprehensive…
- Easy-to-use app: download Action’s Tour Guide App onto your phone
- Engaging storytelling: Uncover unique tales and thrilling history for a memorable journey!
- Perfect narrator: nothing can beat listening to a great voice. Proven with tons of rave reviews!
- Offline maps: no signal, no problem! Works perfectly without cellular or wifi.
- Comprehensive route and stops: See it all, miss nothing, leave no stone unturned!
- Go at your own pace: Start anytime, pause anywhere, enjoy breaks for snacks and photos freely!
- Learn more: dive deeper into any story you enjoyed with extra stories.
- Hands-free: audio stories play on their own based on your location. Easy to use!
- Attraction passes, entry tickets, or reservations
- Attraction passes, entry tickets, or reservations
Discover the truth behind the notorious Salem Witch Trials with this self-guided walking tour of Salem, Massachusetts! This charming and scenic town conceals a profoundly dark history, and you’ll delve deep into that past as you traverse these historic grounds. Learn how the hysteria started, meet the key figures in this chilling story, and see somber…
Discover the truth behind the notorious Salem Witch Trials with this self-guided walking tour of Salem, Massachusetts! This charming and scenic town conceals a profoundly dark history, and you’ll delve deep into that past as you traverse these historic grounds. Learn how the hysteria started, meet the key figures in this chilling story, and see somber reminders of this tragic period in history. This walking tour of Salem is the ultimate way to see, explore, and comprehend this haunting true story.
After booking, check your email to download the separate Audio Tour Guide App by Action, enter your unique password, and access your tour. These steps require a good internet/Wi-Fi connection. From there, follow the audio instructions and the route.
New, extended validity — now available for an entire year! Use multiple times over multiple trips!
This is not an entrance ticket. Check opening hours before your visit.
Ideal for holiday travelers and team-building groups.
- How to access: Once you book a tour, you’ll get a confirmation email and text with instructions: • Download the separate tour app by Action • Enter the password • Download the tour MUST DO while in strong wifi/cellular Works offline after download
- How to start touring: Open Action’s separate audio tour guide app once onsite. • If there is just one tour, launch it. • If multiple tour versions exist, launch the one with your planned starting point and direction.
- Go to the starting point No one will meet you at the start. This tour is self-guided Enter the first story’s point and the audio will begin automatically Follow the audio cues to the next story, which will also play automatically. Enjoy hands-free exploring. If you face audio issues, contact support. Stick to the tour route & speed limit for the best experience.
- Travel worry-free: Use the tour app anytime, on any day, and over multiple days. Start and pause the tour whenever you like, taking breaks and exploring side excursions at your own pace. Skip anything you don’t care about or explore bonus content for everything that interests you
- Savings tips: Walking tours: couples can share one tour by splitting headphones
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.