History and Hauntings of Salem Guided Walking Tour
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Come and explore the rich, mysterious history of one of New England's most loved destinations Salem, Massachusetts. This ~2 hour walking tour brings to life the true story of Salem's storied past. We are a diverse groups of historians, teachers, professional artists whose passion for Salem's history is truly engaging. You will learn about Salem's rich past as a world-class seaport, hear hauntedly chilling tales of the supernatural, visit one of the most beautiful streets in America and learn of three hundred years of architecture, and find out the truth about the 1692 Salem Witch Trials hysteria. You will leave Salem wanting to plan your next trip back! Come and see why this the *only* tour you need while in Salem.
Dog friendly! Handicap accessible!
Tours run RAIN or SHINE. We do NOT cancel for weather. No refunds for no-shows or for weather.
***Please note, we book up to 39 people per tour***
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by ticketed adult
Our Tours run rain or shine, we do not cancel for weather. Please wear comfortable shoes and dress accordingly.
By choosing to purchase a ticket, you and your ticketed guests will be agreeing to our liability waiver which includes a release of liability on our tours as well as a photo release.
Dog friendly!
Wheelchairs and scooters are welcome, however, be aware that Salem has brick sidewalks, uneven surfaces and narrow areas. Visitors assume all responsibility with wheelchairs and WCWT will not be held liable.
We do not enter any buildings or cemeteries on this tour, this is an outdoor activity only.
Tour group size may be up to 40 guests per group during busy times
There are no public restrooms on the tour route. Please plan accordingly.
The consumption of alcoholic beverages is prohibited on all tours.
Smoking and vaping is prohibited on all tours.
Please allow at least 2 hours for this tour. Some tours run up to 2 hours and 15 minutes
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
2-hour Hauntings & History Salem Walking Tour
See top Salem sites such as Witch Trials Memorial, Witch House, and Ropes Mansion.
We do not enter any buildings on this tour. This is an outdoor activity only.
Professional/Local Guide
Listen to 400 years of Salem history from a local historian
Walk the cobblestone streets of Salem's historic McIntire District
Gratuities
What To Expect
Salem Old Town Hall
All tours depart from Salem's Old Town Hall, on the three steps. A local historian guides you through the cobblestone-lined streets of this 17th century city by the glow of lantern light. Explore the driving factors behind the infamous Witch Trials Hysteria of 1692, meeting real practicing witches along the way. Learn about the rise of Salem as a world-class haunted seaport, creating some of the wealthiest families in its history.
Essex Street Pedestrian Mall
We will be strolling the cobblestoned streets of the Essex St Pedestrian walking mall. This is the very heart of Salem, which once was a Native American trading path. You will visit the site of the First Church of Salem and hear the haunting tale of the Lady in Blue.
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History & Hauntings Tour
Reviews
14,393 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Five Star must do!
E9188MWnicolee,
Nov 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Dawn was a wonderful tour guide! She was very knowledgeable and clearly passionate about Salem’s history. We loved it! Thank you so much for a great evening!
One of the best.
Jessica M,
Nov 14, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Our tour guide, Dean, was fantastic. We scheduled the 8pm tour and lucked out because we were the only ones scheduled for that time - so we had a great “private tour”! Our guide was so knowledgeable, kind and funny. I feel like we learned so much about Salem. Topics varied from the witch trials, the architecture of Samuel McIntire, American revolutionaries with other historical stories thrown in. Every question we had was answered, but not in a textbook way. The vibe was very much a conversation between history enthusiasts. The 8pm tour, although dark in some places, was perfect. Dean let me sister and I know exactly where to walk so we wouldn’t fall if the path was a little uneven. 10/10 would recommend this tour.
Henry led a fun tour that...
Kristopher P,
Nov 14, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Henry led a fun tour that covered a bunch of history about Salem, witch was fantastic. I would recommend to friends.
Fall Fun!
Joe H,
Nov 14, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We did a walking tour of Salem with Michael and absolutely loved it!! He was very informative, knowledgeable, and funny!! I highly recommend checking this tour out when visiting Salem!
Great tour!
Lovinglifeandtravels,
Nov 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Justin did an incredible job introducing us to the history of Salem! He was so knowledgeable and interacted with the group with such enthusiasm! So grateful for a fantastic experience! Thank you for being the best guide!
Great Walking Tour
Kathy J,
Nov 14, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Lisa was very knowledgeable about Salem history and shared a wide variety of information. Very enjoyable!
Great way to start your trip!
hedyb,
Nov 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was so fun! Dawn did a wonderful job of combining history and humor - with an appropriate amount of hauntings - all the way through. The time flew by and my friend and I came away with a much more personal experience of this beautiful town and it's history. Great job, Dawn!
Dont booked direct with this company.
Jillian C,
Nov 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
1.00Be very very careful when booking with this company. Make sure you book via Viator so that you can get a refund if your plans suddenly change. I booked a tour direct and they refused a refund even with a 24 hours notice. Their emails were also pretty rude and inaccurate. They ended up offering me a gift card which they didn't need to do but it's pretty pointless when I won't be back in Salem and they totally knew that. This experience has really put a dampener on my visit to Salem. I deliberately booked with a female ran local company for a couple of tours to show my support. Wish I hadn't bothered.
Great tour for a solo...
Jennifer H,
Nov 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Great tour for a solo traveler. Was able to see and learn so many things about the history of the town and its historic events.
The best tour guide!
Departure241914,
Nov 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour guide Ryan was enthusiastic, knowledgeable, kind, very willing to answer any and all questions about the history of Salem and the BEST storyteller!! We are very appreciative that he was our guide! Thank you very much Ryan!!
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