Privateer Schooner Sailing Tour in Salem Sound

Overview

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.

City: Salem

Tue 22 Apr

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Starting at $45.46

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Tue 22 Apr

Starting at $45.46

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Restroom on board

Additional Info

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children under five are not allowed.
At the farthest point of our sail, we may be 45 minutes from the dock — and from medical services!

What To Expect

Salem

Historic Salem Sound — the waters around Salem, Marblehead, and Beverly, Massachusetts — where pirates, privateers, East Indiamen and men of war have been making history for 400 years.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (524)

lindaf959

Sep 2012

We took an 8 hour cruise on the Fame from Salem to Boston to view the Tall Ships. Capt Mike and his crew were so hospitable and a wealth of historic information it was great. If you ask Capt Mike will give you the recipe for the ginger cookies.

threeonrtheroad

Sep 2012

We sailed the Fame Labor day weekend for the Gloucester Schooner Festival "Sail-by." What a great trip! We made our way up the coast to Gloucester Harbor and participated in the schooner parade. There were at least a dozen ships of all sizes, sailing around the harbor and shooting off their "canons" as the challenged each other to the race. We got to fire our guns, too! The Fame even received a shout-out from the festival emcee. Because our excursion was 5 hours long, the crew provided coffee in the morning, then lunch and beverages. Captain Mike even brought home-made cookies and brownies! The key to enjoying this kind of sailing is to participate. When the captain calls for volunteers to help raise the sails, don't just sit there! You'll learn a lot about the history of New England fishing vessels if you chat with the Captain. He's fun, entertaining and educational. We would sail with Captain Mike again.

Lesmol

Aug 2012

Luckily we had a Groupon for one of the fares for the Schooner Fame. I would give this a B-.Kids on the Schooner were bored to death, even though a couple of them did get to steer for a bit. Being a Salem resident, I guess I expected more. We went out into the harbor and circled 3 or 4 times. Stayed stagnant to eat up remainder of time until heading back to the dock. We did not venture beyond the harbor which was a bit dissapointing. While the crew was pleasant the Captain did speak sharply and demeaning to one of the crew which bothered us.