Salem's Dark History: Witchcraft Hysteria

Overview

Join your local guide for a fascinating trip back in history as they share the story of Salem’s founding in 1626 by Puritans whose search for religious freedom ultimately ended in a wave of fear, suspicion, and anger that gripped Salem for one fateful year. Your tour will include stops at some of Salem’s most popular locations, and some secluded off-the-beaten-path locations that very few tourists get to experience. Along the way, your guide, an experienced storyteller, will recount details of the witchcraft hysteria & Salem’s unique dark history.

All tours meet at 226 Essex St. Salem- outside of Coon’s Card and Gift Shop.

City: Salem

Thu 26 Dec

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Starting at $38.00

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Thu 26 Dec

Starting at $38.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

English guide

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Dogs Welcome!

What To Expect

Essex Street Pedestrian Mall

Witch House

Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (167)

Robert_N

Jul 2022

Our guide was very knowledgeable and super friendly! She did an awesome job and would highly recommend the tour. We were fortunate that the other people that were supposed to go on the tour did not show and we ended up with a private tour, again she was awesome and very knowledgeable yep I’m repeating myself but that’s how good the tour was.

Response from Host

Jul 2022

Thanks so much for taking the time to write an awesome review for the tour and the guide, Kendra! She’s fantastic♥️ We hope you enjoyed your time in Salem and will come back and visit soon!

Holly_C

Jul 2022

She did a great job. Definitely took into consideration the interest level of the children. I would recommend the store to anybody well worth it she was. She was very knowledgeable. And very kind

Response from Host

Oct 2022

Thanks so much for this lovely review--we really appreciate it! We are so glad your group enjoyed the tour!

Jaramirez7

May 2022

My girlfriend and I love to visit different parts of the United States and explore what the place has to offer. Booking with Secrets of Salem was the best decision we made! Maria was beyond exceptional. The knowledge and energy she brought was more than we expected. It felt like we have known her forever and we weren’t afraid to ask questions and felt totally safe. We were having so much fun I didn’t even realize the time flew by. We will definitely be back and definitely asking for Maria again!

Response from Host

May 2022

Thanks so much for taking the time to write such a lovely review! It was great to meet you both- it felt like I was touring Salem with old friends! I’m so glad you enjoyed the tour. Hope to see you in Salem again soon!