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Depending on which tour time you choose, you'll have the option to visit the Salem Witch Museum (9:30 am tours) or the Real Pirates Museum (9:25 am tours).
Set out by ferry from Boston to be transported back in time to the 1692 Witch Trials. Learn the stories of the key figures that played a role in the witchcraft panic of Salem, Massachusetts. Your guide will take you to all the key must-see sights including Burying Point, the final resting place of notable Salem residents. Discover the role each of these key sights played. Come to understand what drove reasonable townsfolk to utter hysteria. Even take a photo with the Bewitched Statue and enjoy some free time before sailing back to Boston, on this perfectly planned day trip from Boston.
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.
This tour can accept wheelchairs/strollers. Please note that sections of this tour cover busy areas of the city & areas with brick/ cobbled roads.
Walks / Devour complies with all local government regulations. Please refer to local government guidelines for the most up-to-date information.
9:30 am tour only: Entrance to the Salem Witch Museum
9:25 am tour only: Entrance to the Real Pirates Museum
Lunch is not provided as part of the tour experience; however, there will be free time scheduled for you to enjoy lunch on your own. Your guide will offer recommendations.
This tour is in English.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Local English-speaking guide
Included only on 9:25am tour, Entrance to Real Pirates Museum
Included only on 9:30am tour, Entrance to Salem Witch Museum
Guided walking tour
Entrance to one museum, determined by the tour departure time
Round-trip Ferry tickets from Boston-Salem
9:25 am tour does not include entrance to the Salem Witch Museum.
9:30 am tour does not include entrance to the Real Pirates Museum
Hotel Pick-up/Drop-off
Lunch
Gratuities
Operated by Walks - USA
127 reviews
Melissa R,
Dec 16, 2024
Fantastic tour, our guide Elizabeth was so knowledgeable and friendly. Thanks to the structure of the tour and our incredible guide, we were able to see a lot of Salem. Elizabeth’s knowledge of history and the area was outstanding and we were so thankful for such an amazing guide!
Mark N,
Nov 2, 2024
Out guide was great. Extremely knowledgeable about the area and the history. Was a real treat. I would recommend this tour to anyone visiting Boston who wants a trip to Salem. The boat ride was also great with great views of Boston.
AnnaMaria C,
Nov 1, 2024
The Ferry ride was the best part. Great weather/views!The tour guide was second best. (Ms. Clements)We had a great time but we didn't stay with the tour the entire time so we did our own thing too!
Jessica S,
Oct 31, 2024
A brilliant tour full of history, our tour guide Cameron was so knowledgeable and always happy to answer any questions. It's a great day out, would highly recommend
Alison F,
Oct 30, 2024
totally awesome walking tour of Salem..Elizabeth our guide was infornative and you could tell she loved bringing the history of Salem to life. Just the right amount of free time to shop and eat.