Inside the Daniels House

Overview

Throughout December, the rooms of the Daniels House are decked out for Christmas!

On this tour you’ll get a rare look inside an original 17th century mansion built by ship captain Stephen Daniels in 1667.
We’ll start in the old Parlor, richly decorated with antiques and historic details: low ceilings, an original fireplace and wide-pine floors. A selection of historical drinks are provided to enhance the experience. Then we’ll immerse ourselves in the old rustic kitchen for a glimpse of what daily life was like when Salem was on the frontier; complete with 9’ cooking fireplace and protection marks carved into the wood to ward off the evils of the world.

Throughout you’ll get an intimate look at original details from the Witch Trials, American Revolution and beyond.The Daniels House is not a museum nor a reproduction; it's an original home representing over 350 years of daily life.

Ticket proceeds go toward preservation of the House.

City: Salem

Mon 23 Dec

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Starting at $20.00

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Mon 23 Dec

Starting at $20.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Guided Tour

A selection of historical teas will be provided to enhance the authenticity of the experience.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Face masks required for travellers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
Guides required to regularly wash hands

What To Expect

The Daniels House Tours

Built by a shipwright and captain in 1667, the Stephen Daniels House offers a rare look inside a 17th century mansion built when Salem was on the frontier of New England. You'll get an intimate look at original details from the Witch Trials, American Revolution and beyond. These walls have seen it all. The Daniels House is not a museum nor a reproduction; it's an original home representing over 350 years of daily life.

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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Reviews (77)

Christine D

Sep 2021

Deep in the heart of the most historic area in Salem, MA you will find the Daniel's House, a 17th century home in extraordinary condition. You can take a tour of this home, but you can stay overnight if you are lucky enough to score a reservation! The house has operated for many years as a bread and breakfast, steps away from everything that Salem has to offer. I took the excellent tour which covers a couple of rooms and grand entrance on the first floor. You will see two intact 17th century fireplaces with tools, period furniture, paintings, and accessories, and an occasional 21st century article mixed in. After all, people live in this house. The guide/host was superb. Not only did he relate a complete history of the house, but he was able to add information about the house's structure and mechanics inside and out that you don't often hear on house tours. This is a very comfortable place to visit for any length of time. Highly recommended!

TheUbiquitousTravele

Sep 2021

Incredible history! It's amazing to know that this house has stood in that exact spot since it was built in the 1600s. It wasn't lifted and moved like other homes in the area were. The house was maintained and cared for incredibly well so many old world details survived. Our guide (i think his name was TJ? Or TK- I'm sorry I have a terrible memory for names) was enthusiastic and had lots of wonderful history to share with us- from Stephen Daniels to architectural quirks, he really laid it on, and we loved it! Absolutely fascinating and beautiful. Definitely need to visit if you want to see the inside of one of these cool historic homes.

Guide137767

Sep 2021

The tour guide was excellent. He had a wide range of knowledge about historic homes and carefully and accurately answered all of our questions. He demonstrated a passion about the history of prerevolutionary Salem and equally showed a passion for the Daniels House. I recommend this tour for anyone who is interested in the history of Salem as well as architecture and artifacts of the very early days.