"Witch Trials" Walking Tour in Salem

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About this activity

Step into the shadows of Salem’s past with our masterful guides as they bring the witch trials to life—no spellbook required. On this immersive walking tour, you'll uncover the chilling true stories behind one of history’s darkest chapters.

Wander through the city’s most iconic and eerie sites, including the Essex Museum, the infamous Witch House, and the hauntingly beautiful Witch Trials Memorial. With every stop, you'll dive deeper into the real history, lingering legends, and lasting impact of the Salem Witch Trials.

It’s not just a tour—it’s a spellbinding journey through fear, hysteria, and the echoes of the past.

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At a glance

Duration: 1 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 40 people
People per booking: 1–10
Guide: English
Operated by: Ghost City Tours Salem

Ages: Infants (0–5 years) · Children (6–11 years) · Adults (12–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: All Fees and Taxes

Not included

Not included: Gratuities
Not included: No entry inside private locations

Itinerary

The Witch House at Salem

20 min

Welcome to Salem’s Witch House. Purchased in 1675 by Judge Jonathan Corwin, the Witch House is the only surviving structure with direct ties to Salem’s Witch Trials. It’s architecturally extraordinary and historically essential. Here you will learn all about Corwin, and the innocents he had executed.
Charter Street Cemetery

20 min

The Burying Point Cemetery, established in 1637, is one of the most prominent burial sites in Salem. Because of its age, every gravesite at the Burying Point unquestionably holds historical importance. One of the most important belongs to John Hathorne. You'll get to learn even more about the lives behind the spirits haunting these graves.
Peabody Essex Museum

20 min

We stand before the Peabody Essex Museum. Within these walls, you will find many of the original documents of the Salem Witch Trials. For the historians in tonight’s audience, this is a must-see stop. This is also where we would like to give you a few bits of information about the trials you may not find otherwise. This will be for “frequently asked questions,” so to speak.
Witch Trials Memorial

Witch Trials Memorial

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Your tour guide will meet you in front of the John Ward House. Arrive 15 minutes early and please have your confirmation email ready. *Stops/locations visited may vary.

End point

Your tour guide will meet you in front of the John Ward House. Arrive 15 minutes early and please have your confirmation email ready. *Stops/locations visited may vary.

Using your ticket

You will meet your tour guide at the assigned starting location and they will check you in. Arrive 15 minutes early and please have your confirmation email ready.