Small Group Day Trip to Salem and Hammond Castle from Boston

Overview

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English

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Take a semi-private day trip you'll never forget! Start the day with a pickup at your door, then ride up the North Shore to Hammond Castle, located on the ocean cliffs of Gloucester. Take a guided tour of the castle, learning about the history of the eccentric millionaire inventor who built it. Enjoy free time to explore the castle and gardens with plenty of opportunities for stunning photos. Drive to Salem, where you will have free time for lunch. Choose from a wide variety of dining options in the historic downtown. After lunch, your guide will take you on a tour of Salem. Learn about the infamous witch trials of 1692, see the real places where the victims were hanged. Learn the story of the "Corwin Curse" as you take a picture in front of the historic Witch House. See the locations where Hocus Pocus was filmed. Take a drive through one of the most beautiful streets in North America, lined with mansions built on the city's maritime fortune.

Additional Info

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Note that per Massachusetts state law: "All children riding in passenger motor vehicles must be in a federally approved child passenger restraint that is properly fastened and secured according to the manufacturer's instructions until they are 8 years old OR over 57 inches tall." We do not provide child seats, please bring age appropriate car seats for kids who do not meet these criteria. We will not be able to allow you on the tour if you do not have child seats for everyone that needs one. A refund will not be issued the day of the tour due to lack of proper car seats. All children, regardless of age, must be registered as separate tour guests.

Not recommended for travelers with mobility problems (Hammond Castle has many steep, narrow stairs)

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

Hammond Castle Museum

Drive to Hammond Castle (~60 min). At Hammond Castle (~75 min), you will enjoy a guided tour, learning about the origin and history behind the Castle. You will then have time to explore the rest of the grounds and take photos

2 hours 15 minutes • Admission Included

Salem

Drive to Salem (~30 min). Then, enjoy an hour for lunch at one of Salem's many excellent restaurants (cost not included)!

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

What‘s Included

Bottled water

Air-conditioned vehicle

Fuel surcharge

Guide

Hammond Castle Admission

Parking Fees

Gratuities

Lunch

Pickup points

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Small Group Day Trip to Salem and Hammond Castle from Boston

Pickup included

Reviews

4.90

10 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Day trip from Boston
Rowley1894,,Dec 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Alexandria was amazing! This was a fantastic day trip out of Boston. The castle offered one of the best views of the coast! Salem was cool as well; perhaps it's better to visit in the fall rather than in winter or summer. There's a lot of history; definitely would recommend this tour.
Salem 2025 tour
Lori B,,Sep 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Alexandria was very informative on the historical knowledge of the surrounding area. She was flexible in adapting to the itinerary, warmth and welcoming atmosphere, and ability to make the tour smooth and enjoyable. Would recommend.
Amazing
Julie R,,Sep 21, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
It is an amazing tour. The small group was really nice. There is not a lot of time to shop, so make your lunch as short as possible.
Historical tour in Salem.
mrsrosefield,,Sep 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00
Salem in September, the weather was perfect 70 degrees not to crowed with October tourists but you still get the fall vibe! Salem is a quaint little town with artisanal shops, cobble stone streets. Our guide was exceptional, she was very knowledgeable about the witch trials, and the history of Salem.
Salem and Hammond Castle day trip
virgilb860,,Aug 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Alexandria our tour guide was wonderful. Very friendly and knowledgeable. Had a great time exploring Hammond Castle and Salem! Interesting facts regarding Salem witch trials which we were not aware of. Nice pickup and drop off at hotel. Excellent!
Alexandria needs a raise!
samanthasimonis,,Jul 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Alexandria was an amazing tour guide who taught us all so much! She is fun and so sweet (I recommend she becomes a therapist since she’s such a wonderful listener). It was a wonderful time.
Great Tour
W5302TVkristenb,,Jun 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Great tour! Guide was knowledgeable and I felt like we saw a lot. Decent amount of walking so wear comfortable shoes. I wish we had a little more free time in Salem at lunch but still had a great time. The castle was very cool and not something I would’ve sought out on my own. Overall good tour!
Great & Informative Day Trip
maryjoi602,,Jun 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Maria was a great guide! She was super knowledgeable and answered every question that we had. The tour itself was cool and hit all the highlights, didn’t feel too long or too short.
Great time exploring Salem and Hammond Castle.
Mobile199657,,Jun 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I took my 16 year old daughter on this tour because we wanted to get out of Boston for the day. Both She and I loved it. She was engaged the entire time and took pictures which says a lot because most teens are happier staring at a phone screen. Our guide was friendly and informative. She made sure everyone was comfortable. We had adequate time to actually explore the areas we stopped at. I’ve been on guided tours before of the same area with a different company and it felt rushed compared to this. Having a smaller group was great and it allowed us to take our time. I’d definitely recommend this tour. We really enjoyed all of it.
Hammond Castle and Salem day tour
MarinaK,,Jun 21, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Our guide was incredibly friendly and full of interesting historical tidbits and fun references! The tour route was fantastic, making the experience even more enjoyable.