History and Hauntings of Salem Guided Walking Tour
Overview
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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 40 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
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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What‘s Included
2-hour Hauntings & History Salem Walking Tour
We do not enter any buildings on this tour. This is an outdoor activity only.
See top Salem sites such as Witch Trials Memorial, Witch House, and Ropes Mansion.
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
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
15,009 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Worth the time and money
P4720OKfernandom,Jun 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Ty was a great guide! Friendly and well informed is the simplest way to put it. Passionate about Salem and a fan of the city, this was evident and it made the tour that much better
A superb walking tour of Salem!
Heather T,Jun 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00A truly great walking tour! Our guide, Diane, was very knowledgeable and shared all sorts of fascinating facts and stories about Salem. She really made history come alive with her enthusiastic interpretations. We learned a lot and the two hours went by too quickly. Diane was also great at answering our questions and helping us dig deeper into the meaning of the witch trials. Kudos and thanks to History and Hauntings of Salem Walking Tours!
Great fun! Lots of history!
166daniee,Jun 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Dawn was great and she was very knowledgable and engaging.
Haunting tour Salem, Massachusetts
GaryD2729,Jun 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Michael was awesome and very engaging!
Great introduction to Salem
CBaumgarten,Jun 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Ryan was an excellent guide! Friendly and knowledgable. Tour was fun but I do wish is leaned a bit more into the history than the haunting.
Highly recommend
96bettec,Jun 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I thought we definitely got our money’s worth! Ty was a good storyteller and you could tell he was passionate about history. The other tours I looked at stayed around the square and this one did not. History, witches and a touch of murder and Hocus Pocus mentions made it a standout tour.
We had a great time. My...
Sharee R,Jun 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a great time. My daughter and I did this tour and we learned so much. Dana was out guide and he was great. Highly recommend this tour.
The BEST
Lisa m,Jun 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The guide was knowledgeable and engaging. Very informative and insightful
Fantastic tour!
Susan K,Jun 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Ty was very passionate and knowledgeable about Salem and shared interest stories at each stop. Great experience!
Great tour, learned a lot!
mlagle520,Jun 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We did the Historic and Hauntings of Salem tour with Dawn and it was great! I’ve been on walking tours in a handful of cities now and Dawn was definitely one of the best. We learned a lot and I would recommend this tour for any family or group!
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