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History and Hauntings of Salem Guided Walking Tour

History and Hauntings of Salem Guided Walking Tour

Come and explore the rich, mysterious history of one of New England's most loved destinations Salem, Massachusetts. This ~2 hour walking tour brings to life the true story of Salem's storied past. We are a diverse groups of historians, teachers, professional artists whose passion for Salem's history is truly engaging. You will learn about Salem's rich past as a world-class seaport, hear hauntedly chilling tales of the supernatural, visit one of the most beautiful streets in America and learn of three hundred years of architecture, and find out the truth about the 1692 Salem Witch Trials hysteria. You will leave Salem wanting to plan your next trip back! Come and see why this the *only* tour you need while in Salem. Dog friendly! Handicap accessible! Tours run RAIN or SHINE. We do NOT cancel for weather. No refunds for no-shows or for weather. ***Please note, we book up to 39 people per tour***
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Bewitched Walking Tour of Salem

Bewitched Walking Tour of Salem

"Best tour in Salem!" The most in-depth look at the Witch Trials the city has to offer. Take a journey back through time and uncover the REAL history of Salem, Massachusetts. With a local historian as your guide, you'll visit over a dozen locations in downtown Witch City and explore 400 years of history along the way. Come discover why the TRUE history is more frightening than fiction! HIGHLIGHTS: • Most in-depth look at the Witch Trials the city has to offer • Perfect mix of history, legend, and pop culture • 400 years of history in one tour • Seasoned storytellers bring the history of Salem to life • Beloved by locals and tourists alike! • Wheelchair accessible • Dog friendly for leashed well behaved furbabies • Tours operate rain or shine
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Salem High Speed Ferry to/from Boston

Salem High Speed Ferry to/from Boston

Make the most of your time in Boston or Salem, Massachusetts with this high-speed ferry service. Travel in speed and style aboard a comfortable catamaran with your ticket, letting you visit two of Massachusetts’ most famous and historic stops. This swift boat ride is the best and fastest way to get you where you want to go!
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The Salem Night Ghost Tour

The Salem Night Ghost Tour

Salem "The Witch Cities" BEST nightly tour since 2006! a compelling experience. Led by locals with a flair for the history and haunts of Salem. Are guides are expert story tellers and are never scripted!!Join the 75-90 minute adventure as a local guide leads the way through legends, ghost stories, history, and the infamous hysteria of 1692 — the Salem Witch Trials. This is a comfortably paced outdoor walking tour of downtown Salem, so please dress accordingly. The tour is largely attended and reservations are strongly suggested.
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Mysteries and Murders of Salem Guided Night-Time Walking Tour

Mysteries and Murders of Salem Guided Night-Time Walking Tour

Come experience the darker side of Salem on our night-time walking tour of Salem. We retell the most spine-chilling true crime tales of murder, mystery and macabre. Why did an insane woman in the early 1600s murder her child? Who was the famous hitman who murdered the slave trader in his sleep? Did the Boston Strangler really make a visit to Salem? These historical tales and much more will unfold on this whirlwind 90-minute tour of this mysterious seaside city. This is the perfect tour for true crime fans and those who love a good scandalous story! This tour is a combination of the real, actual murders, crime stories, ghostly sightings and history. Dog friendly! Wheelchair/scooter accessible! This tour is not appropriate for children. Travelers must be 13+. Tours run RAIN or SHINE. We do NOT cancel for weather. No refunds in October. ***Please note, we book up to 39 people per tour in October.
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Salem Witch Trials Historical Walking Tour

Salem Witch Trials Historical Walking Tour

This fascinating tour will go deeper into the trials than most others. You will hear personal stories of the accused, why some of them got accused and the reasons why people testified against them. It was a combination of motives and each person's story is different. We will use a combination of story telling, pictures and maps to paint the truest picture of what was really going on during the infamous Salem Witchcraft Trials. Discover the somber and harrowing events that occurred before, during and after the trials on this walking tour in Salem.
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Salem Voodoo, Vampires, and Ghosts Guided Walking Tour

Salem Voodoo, Vampires, and Ghosts Guided Walking Tour

Real hauntings, real history! Salem has a history unlike any other city in the United States. This tour offers a unique way to learn about the 1692 Witch Trials while taking a guided walk through some of Salem's most storied and haunted sites. You’ll enjoy a combination of authentic New England history and an exploration of Witchcraft, Voodoo, vampire lore, ghost sightings, and paranormal investigation without any gimmicks. Visit some of the city’s spookiest sites with a paranormal investigator and historian and examine photos for paranormal activity Learn how to photograph anomalous energy, orbs, ectoplasm, and apparitions Family friendly: Paranormal and horror stories are great for kids.
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Salem "Hocus Pocus" Movie Locations Tour (31st Anniversary)

Come celebrate Disney's blockbuster, Hocus Pocus! Starring Better Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker and Kathy Najimy, Hocus Pocus has become one of the most beloved movies of the 20th century. The majority of the movie was filmed in Salem in 1993. We will take you to 5 of the locations used in the filming. Along the way, you will also hear about the Salem Witch Trials, the maritime history, how we became the "Witch City", and more! *There is a considerable amount of walking (over 3 miles) at a very fast pace, so please take that into account before booking. This walk can be very strenuous and is not recommended for those with the following: - back, knee, or hip problems - respiratory or circulatory problems - cardiac problems - recent surgeries The tour ends in a different location than the start - please plan accordingly to get back. Transportation will not be provided by WCWT. Tours meet at the playground on the Salem Common. Look for the basketball court.
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Privateer Schooner Sailing Tour in Salem Sound

Privateer Schooner Sailing Tour in Salem Sound

FAME is annually the #1-rated boat in Salem and the #1 outdoor activity in the entire town, per TripAdvisor. Don't miss the very best of what Salem has to offer! There's more to our town than witches! FAME is a full-scale replica of a privateer schooner from the War of 1812 that captured over 20 prizes! We sail up to five times a day between May and October from Pickering Wharf Marina in downtown Salem. On board our traditional gaff-rigged schooner, you'll get a chance to raise the sails and even steer the boat as we sail Salem Sound and talk about the fisherman, traders, and privateers that played such a central role in the saga of Salem, and of the young United States. This is a great hands-on adventure — but you can also just sit back and enjoy a beverage and take it all in as we cruise past the historic forts and lighthouses of Salem, Beverly, & Marblehead. Note: although the captain & crew have plenty to tell you, this is NOT a narrated tour! No children under five allowed.
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Historic Overview of Salem Walking Tour

Historic Overview of Salem Walking Tour

The witch trials made Salem infamous, but there’s so much more. Explore Salem’s critical role in the American Revolution, how it led the great Age of Sail, and all about the many important and famous people who’ve called Salem home. Experience as much of Salem's history as possible in our 90 minute tour. We'll discuss a little bit of everything, including the 1692 Witchcraft Trials, the Great Age of Sail, revolutionary history, inventors, famous visitors, TV & Movies shot here and more.The United States just wouldn’t be the same without Salem.
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Salem Ghosts Boos and Brews Haunted Pub Crawl

Salem Ghosts Boos and Brews Haunted Pub Crawl

Come on our Haunted Pub Crawl tour presented by US Ghost Adventures! Come have a few sips of local spirits on certain nights while learning about Salem's local haunted spirits and wandering the charming streets of Salem. Visit Salem's ancient ghosts and eerie pubs with us on this Haunted Pub Crawl, and enjoy drinks and booziness at some of the city's most known tipsy and spooky venues. ** Alcohol not included in the price of the tour ** Bars visited are subject to change
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1692 Salem Night Walking Tour

1692 Salem Night Walking Tour

Take a journey through 400 years of history with a local historian and real-life Witch as your guide. Uncover the secrets of Witch City as we dive deep into the events surrounding the 1692 Salem Witch Trial. Are you ready to unlock the secrets of one of the darkest chapters in American history? Look no further than our immersive Salem Witch Trial Tour. We are beloved by tourists and Locals alike. With so many tours to choose from, look no further, do yourself a favor and book this tour! As you walk through Salem to visit historical sites, you will hear a jaw-dropping story covering Salem before the trials, what caused the witch hysteria, who were the judges and accusers, how residents responded to the accusations, who were the 20 victims, and how it all ended. HIGHLIGHTS: • Family Owned and Operated • Seasons storyteller and Local Historians with 10+ years of experience • Learn 400 years of Salem's rich history in one tour • Loved by locals and tourists alike!
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Black Cat Ghostly Night Tour in Salem

Black Cat Ghostly Night Tour in Salem

Voted one of the 10 Best Ghost Tours in the US by USA Today's "10 Best" three years in a row! Our evening tour is an eerie experience not to be missed! We travel to some of the most haunted sites in America and tell you the bone-chilling stories behind each haunting! Learn about the history behind these amazing locations and about the tools that early ghost hunters would have used to examine these phenomena. We will also tell you about some of history's most famous Gothic horror authors and the real events here in Salem that inspired such legends as H.P. Lovecraft, Edgar Allen Poe, and Salem's own Nathaniel Hawthorne.
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Sailing on Historic Schooner When And If in Salem, MA

Sailing on Historic Schooner When And If in Salem, MA

Set Sail in beautiful Salem, Massachusetts on the schooner yacht When And If. The When And If was built in 1939 for the North Shore's own, General George Patton. Patton built the yacht with his famous quote as the intent "When the war is over and If I live through it, Bea and I are going to sail around the world."  Open to the public and available in Salem for the first time in her history, don't miss out on your chance to sail into the past on the beautifully restored classic yacht. Our 2 hour sunset sail includes soft drinks and bottled water, and a cash bar! Sit back and relax or lend a hand with the sails! This activity is good for all ages.
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Haunted Footsteps Ghost & Paranormal Salem Tour

Haunted Footsteps Ghost & Paranormal Salem Tour

Experience Salem's macabre past on this 1.5-hour walking tour. During your lantern lit stroll, follow your professional and engaging guide down the haunted streets, past ghostly buildings and a chilling cemetery. Listen to authentic tales or murder and accidental death as well as paranormal stories on this thrilling tour of Salem! (This tour does NOT discuss the 1692 Witchcraft Trials; take our other tour for witchcraft history).
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