Overview
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2 hours
Mobile ticket
Join us for our Secrets of Salem Dark History tour--right in the heart of Witch City!
You might be surprised to learn that Salem has a name that contradicts its image. The colonists chose the name Salem, which is the Hebrew word for peace, for the town in the seventeenth century.
Salem, Massachusetts, was a significant American colonial town and a seaside hamlet with a maritime history. It exhibits many of the characteristics we identify with those early settlers, such as a Puritan work ethic, devotion to education, strong links to the community, and a hardiness to weather the rigors of a coastal winter. Of course, Salem is inextricably associated to witches and the 1692 witch trials. Join our Salem History Experience and discover everything there is to know about Salem, the witch trials, and beyond.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
What To Expect
Salem Old Town Hall
Now available to rent out for functions, this is the oldest original municipal building in Salem, constructed in 1816. Discover the interesting and often complex history of Salem's earliest years here.
Witch Dungeon Museum
This museum offers a great overview of the Witch Trials of 1692. The trials serve as one of the best examples of mass hysteria in the United States. Learn the facts here.
Options
Secrets of Salem Hidden Dark History Tour
What‘s Included
Professional and courteous tour guide
Thoroughly researched and accurate history
Transportation
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
58 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Ground is uneven. Great...
Jamie B,Jun 30, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Ground is uneven. Great historical information. Entertaining host. Great way to see part of the city.
Great guide
PhyllisBotte,Apr 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our tour guide, Mason, was extremely knowledgeable and engaging. Gave a great overview of the area and lots of in depth history.
Great tour unfortunately it was cold and raining but still a great tour and great tour guide
P6111AGmarcusr,Mar 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Good tour, learned a lot of new information about Salem
Great tour!
Natalie K,Jan 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Mason was brilliant! A local tour guide who was passionate, informative and gave a great experience. Would highly recommend
Mason was really...
Megan L,Nov 2, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Mason was really informative. He was very engaging and added personal touches as he grew up in the area.
Great tour
Tina R,Oct 31, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Our tour guide was fantastic and SUPER knowledgeable on all the facts and history of the entire area! Let me tell you Danielle is the person to get for a great tour!
The tour was amazing!...
rachel f,Oct 31, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The tour was amazing! Danielle was charismatic and very knowledgeable. I would highly recommend this tour!
Very Enjoyable!
chrispW8824TF,Oct 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We really enjoyed this tour and would highly recommend it! Sam was entertaining and very knowledgeable. This is my third trip to Salem and I learned many new things on this tour.
Awesome tour
pamlA2740IL,Oct 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Highly recommend! Great tour and very informative. Our guide did a great job explaining and sharing the info on each stop.
Must do!!!
susaneG6734OT,Oct 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00She was very knowledgeable and engaging!! It was worth the time to see all the sites and hear all the stories. I would definitely recommend it and do it again
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