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Uncover the truth behind the infamous Salem Witch Trials with this self-guided walking tour of Salem, Massachusetts! This quaint and picturesque town hides a seriously dark history, and you’ll dive deep into that past as you explore these hallowed grounds. Hear how the panic began, get to know the major players in this harrowing tale, and visit grim reminders of this deadly period of history. This walking tour of Salem is the best way to see, explore, and understand this haunting true tale.
After booking, check your email/text to download the separate Audio Tour Guide App by Action while connected to WiFi or mobile data. Enter the password, download the tour, and enjoy it offline. Follow the audio instructions and route from the designated starting point.
New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want.
This isn't an entrance ticket. Check opening hours before your visit.
Perfect for holiday travelers and team-building groups.
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How To Access: After booking, you’ll get an email and text with setup instructions and password (search “audio tour” in emails and texts). • Download the separate tour app by Action • Enter the password sent by email and text. • MUST download the tour while in strong wifi/cellular. • Works offline after download.
How to start touring: Open Action’s separate audio tour guide app once onsite. • If there is just one tour, launch it. • If multiple tour versions exist, launch the one with your planned starting point and direction.
Go to the starting point No one will meet you at the start. This tour is self-guided Enter the first story’s point and the audio will begin automatically Follow the audio cues to the next story, which will also play automatically. Enjoy hands-free exploring. If you face audio issues, contact support. Stick to the tour route & speed limit for the best experience.
Travel worry-free: Use the tour app anytime, on any day, and over multiple days. Start and pause the tour whenever you like, taking breaks and exploring side excursions at your own pace. Skip anything you don’t care about or explore bonus content for everything that interests you
Savings tips: Walking tours: couples can share one tour by splitting headphones
Bought for more than one traveler? No worries — you can unlock the tour on each phone with the same password.
Please bring your headphones and connect them before you begin, so you can hear the tour clearly throughout your experience.
The tour requires a supported mobile device for navigation. Please use an iPhone with iOS 15 or later, an Android device with Android 9 or later, or an iPad/tablet with GPS and cellular service.
New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want.
Your password can be used on the same number of devices as travelers booked. Enter the same password on each device.
Charter Street Cemetery
Up next is the graveyard where most of the witch trial victims are buried. Ironically, this is also the final resting place of the chief investigator during those trials, who directly caused many deaths Note: The tour is over 1.5 miles long, with more than 35 audio stories, and takes about 1-2 hours to complete. New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want.
Saint Peter's Episcopal Church
After that, you'll arrive at St Peter's Episcopal Church, which sits on land the town confiscated after the owners, accused of witchcraft, skipped town
Text transcripts of audio narration & Self-paced format (start/pause/resume anytime)
Pre-recorded audio commentary (downloadable or streamable)
This is a GPS-powered, self-guided audio tour that works through an app
Lifetime access (no expiration) with Customer support (chat/email)
This tour is NOT a ticket to any attraction or site
Suggested walking/driving itinerary with stop-by-stop directions
Offline GPS-enabled route map
NO in-person guide or physical equipment (bring your own device & headphones)
Entrance fees, in-person guide, headphones, transport, parking, food,Wi-Fi or cellular data, rentals
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
68 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
S P,Apr 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
The is my third trip to Salem. For the most part it was ok. Most things were closed because it is early in the season .
Deanna H,Nov 1, 2025
- Review from Viator
The set up was a little stressful (required downloading two apps while paused on a sidewalk), but once we got things downloaded and set up, it was a great tour experience! I would definitely recommend downloading ahead of time, but also why do there need to be TWO different apps?
Mary J,Sep 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
We really enjoyed the narration and being able to take the tour when we wanted. The only reason I gave it a 4 instead of 5 is because it didn’t always start on its own.
Teenie2000,Aug 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
We enjoyed the walking tour and its ease of use once we got started. We did as suggested and got everything ready with the app before leaving the house. The tour is easy to follow and has alternate stops and routes if you want to learn more. We had our teenaged grandson with us and he found it very informative too.
X5569ZStomf,Jul 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
An informative and convenient way to see Salem and be immersed in its history. Makes it easy to take side trips to eat or shop...and then return to the tour at your convenience. Well done.
mariacH1741TR,Jul 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Self guided walking tour is a good premise but the technology didn’t work the way it was explained. I’d stand in front of an historic site and no message. Then I would get in my car or a restaurant and it would start describing things that were not near me!
Nicolas S,Jul 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
The French translation was very appropriate, and the words quite accurate (1 or 2 small shells). Much more cost-effective than visiting museums... We did the ride by bike
Jessica H,Jun 27, 2025
- Review from Viator
Perfect audio guide! This was so easy to use and gave us all the little history tidbits about Salem that we needed. It was self paced perfect for our quick 1/2 day stop in Salem.
Tourist35952225071,Jun 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Our guide was entertaining with lots of history about Salem and the places we visited along the walk. She shared pictures of actual ghosts caught on camera
ganttcrestd,Apr 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
We really enjoyed the audio for the self-guided walking tour. He gave us interesting facts about Salem, and we were able to move at our own pace. Excellent value at a great price!
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