Black Cat Historical Day Tour
Overview
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Our daytime historic tour is a story of Pirates and Puritans, Witchcraft and War. We travel around the city of Salem and share the tales of its amazing history. From its humble beginnings as a city founded on the idea of peace for all, to the site of the largest incident of witchcraft hysteria in the modern world, learn how it became one of the biggest shipping ports in America, played host to some of the most famous authors of all time, and learn some of the biggest secrets this city has to offer!
Our daytime walking tour lasts about an hour and forty five minutes, and covers a mile's worth of the downtown area. It is an easy walk, but we suggest comfortable shoes and clothing to match the season. Our tours are unscripted, and can be customized to every group's particular areas of interest!
Additional Info
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Wheelchair accessible
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Your guide will meet you at Lappin Square ( where the "Bewitched" statue is located) across from the Black Cat Curiosity Shoppe. Make sure to check in at the shop, and you will be directed to your guide.
What‘s Included
Professional guide
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Black Cat Historical Day Tour
Reviews
355 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Tour was flat
Lisa S,,Nov 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00Tour was very flat/slow. Saw a few buildings, a cemetery and several spots that were something long ago. Salem in general was disappointing, not what I expected. Downtown felt almost suburban. Witch trials stories weren’t that interesting.
Fun & Interesting time in Salem
larrysR3084RJ,,Oct 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an excellent guide (Vincent) and had fun on the tour and learned a lot of interesting details and even some fun facts around the history of Salem and the witch trials. The final site at the cemetery was very impactful and walked away with a sense of what society was like at the time
Great overview of the history of Salem. Very informative.
T8336VLjohnk,,Sep 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Took an historical tour lead by our guide Daniel. I would highly recommend the tour. I would suggest a tour like this early in your visit to Salem, before going from one museum to the next, as it will give you a good overview of the historical sites that Salem has to offer. Daniel was a good, enthusiastic speaker that kept your attention and he seemed very knowledgeable about the history of Salem.
Great tour with facts you don’t get elsewhere.
Psalm143-8,,Sep 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great history tour given by a guide who really knew the history of Salem and the witch trials. He straightened out some false storylines we heard at the Witch Museum. Really great tour.
Excellent choice
Kenneth G,,Sep 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent choice when in Salem! Knowledgeable guide with excellent information shared with our group.
Lots of sights and lots of stories!
kellybQ4305FK,,Jul 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We got so luck and had a small group, it felt like a private tour and we could ask a lot of questions. It was such a great way to see the city and learn about the history!
Wonderful tour!
H8167PPannah,,May 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This tour is wonderful! I've been to Salem countless times and had never did a walking tour. I'm so glad I chose Black Cat! Vincent was amazing! This is a must do!
Great mix
Linette D,,Nov 2, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00This tour was awesome! We had Daniel as our tour guide. A great mix of witch lore & other Salem history such as Nathaniel Hawthorne, the Peabody sisters, and National Guard
Great tour option!
B242RKamandas,,Oct 22, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We loved our historical tour with Black Cat. Jeremiah was our guide and he was detailed and thorough with knowledge. We cannot recommend this tour enough, it was fantastic!
Entertaining history lesson!
Dorothywitch,,Oct 21, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a fabulous experience during our historical tour. It was quite crowded in Salem on the day we visited but it was to be expected. The tour met promptly at the meeting spot and our tour guide was quite knowledgeable and very engaging.
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