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

Wed 06 Nov

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Starting at $38.00

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Wed 06 Nov

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)

R1636QUelizabeths

Sep 2020

Such a great walking tour! Our tour guide, Maria, was so awesome! She was super knowledgeable and has such a passion and appreciation for the history of Salem and how it represents today. Her sense of humor added to the fun for sure! I would highly recommend this tour to anyone searching for more knowledge of Salem and looking for a great time :).

Response from Host

Sep 2020

Thank you for taking the time to write such a lovely review! I’m glad you enjoyed stories of old and modern Salem-it’s such an interesting place. Hope you are able to visit again soon!

Meagan_P

Sep 2020

Our tour guide was super awesome! She was funny and super friendly! Felt like we were on a walk with a friend instead of a stranger! She was not only our tour guide but our photographer as well! This was a great tour! My 9 year old son came along and even he enjoyed the tour!!

Response from Host

Sep 2020

I had a lovely time with your family, and am so glad to hear that you enjoyed yourselves and got some great pics! Hope you are able to come visit again soon!

kristinalM1519HF

Jan 2020

My family and I had such a great time on this tour! Even my 1-month old daughter seemed to enjoy it. Ha! Another family that had also booked this tour had to cancel so we ended up having a private tour around the town. I had been planning a surprise trip for the family out to the Boston/Salem area for months and I lost count of all the tours I reviewed. Super happy that I decided on this tour! Maria, our tour guide, was awesome, super informative, and made this short tour a memorable one! She was great to talk to and not to mention funny :) We all felt comfortable walking around Salem with her and wish we could have spent more time there as the sites and history are incredible. She shared lots of tips and recommendations about the area and offered to take our pictures at the various sites! Would love to go back and take other tours. Would definitely recommend this tour!!!

Response from Host

Sep 2020

Thanks so much for this glowing review - I had a blast with your family, and really enjoyed showing you all of my favorite spots! Come back soon!