Full-Day Salem Tour from Boston: Witches & Riches Experience
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Explore Salem's haunted history and rich heritage on this small group full-day tour from Boston, available exclusively during the Halloween season. Starting with hotel pickup, you'll visit iconic landmarks like the Witch Trials Memorial and the Witch House, once home to a judge involved in the infamous trials.
Learn about Salem's prosperity during the Old China Trade and discover stories of its most haunted spots, including the Salem Witch Museum, historic cemeteries, and the house used in filming Hocus Pocus. After a 1.5-hour break for lunch and shopping, you'll get inside the Witch House and see other historic sites, all in a comfortable, intimate setting with a small group of up to nine travelers.
This experience offers a perfect mix of history, ghost stories, and local culture, making it ideal for curious travelers and history buffs alike. The journey back to Boston is just as smooth, ensuring a full day of exploration and discovery.
Frequently asked questions
What’s included in the tour?
The tour includes WiFi on board, bottled water, air-conditioned transportation, and entrance to the Witch House.
How long is the tour?
The full-day Salem tour lasts approximately 8 to 9 hours.
Is hotel pickup available?
Yes, hotel pickup is included from 69 listed hotels in Boston. You'll receive a text the day before with your pickup window and guide details.
Can children join the tour?
Absolutely. The tour is suitable for children aged 0-12, youth 13-17, and adults 18-120. Infants and small children can ride in prams or strollers.
What are the cancellation policies?
You can cancel for a full refund if done at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure. Cancellations made within 24 hours are non-refundable.
Free cancellation
Cancel at least 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours are non-refundable.
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Duration 8 hours – 9 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Key facts
What's included
Included
- WiFi on board
- Bottled water
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Entrance to the Witch House
Not included
- Lunch
- Souvenirs
- Gratuities
Itinerary
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Transfer to Salem
Travel from Boston to Salem, approximately 50 minutes.
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First glimpse of Salem
Get situated, use the restroom, and see your first sights of Salem.
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Salem Common & Roger Conant Statue
Visit Salem Common and see the statue of Salem's founder.
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Salem Witch Museum
View the museum from outside as the history of the Salem Witch Trials is introduced.
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Witch Trials Storytelling
Learn about the victims, the reasons behind the trials, and their impact.
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Oldest Cemetery & Historic Burial Sites
Visit Salem's oldest cemetery, where early settlers are buried.
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Peabody House & Historic Homes
See the 1800s mansion built by a wealthy merchant, now owned by the Salem Inn.
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Harry Houdini's Escape & Local Legends
Hear about Houdini's famous jail escape and local ghost stories.
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Salem Fire Story
Discover how a fire at a TV studio helped put Salem on the map.
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Lunch & Shopping Break
Enjoy 1.5 hours for lunch and browsing local shops and souvenirs.
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Inside the Witch House
Explore the historic 1642 Witch House, once home to Judge Corwin.
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Hocus Pocus Mansion & Haunted Buildings
Visit the mansion used in the film and hear about its ghostly legends.
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America's First Red Carpet & Historic Streets
Walk along historic streets lined with grand mansions from Salem's prosperity era.
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Most Haunted Building & Original Foundation
See Salem's most haunted building, built on the original foundation of George Corwin's property.
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Salem Harbor & Derby Wharf
Drive past Salem's harbor and learn how trade made Salem wealthy.
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Witch Trials Hangings Site
Visit the location where the witch trials hangings took place.
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Return to Boston
Relax on the drive back and be dropped off at your hotel.
Meeting point & pickup
Hotel pickup included for all travelers
You will receive a text (WhatsApp for non-US/Canada numbers) the afternoon before the tour with a 10-minute pickup window and your guide's contact info. Please be ready outside your hotel before your pickup time.
Open in Google MapsHow to get there
Pickup is available from 69 listed hotels. Exact pickup time will be confirmed after booking.
Cancellation & confirmation
Free cancellation
Cancel at least 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours are non-refundable.
- 100% refund if canceled at least 24 hours before
- No refund if canceled within 24 hours
- Tour may be canceled if there are not enough travelers
Instant confirmation
Your booking is confirmed immediately after checkout.
From $385.00 per person
- Free cancellation
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