Ultimate Historic Salem and Witch Trials Self-Guided Walking Tour

Duration1h - 2h

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesGerman, English, French, Spanish

Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

Uncover the truth behind the infamous Salem Witch Trials with this self-guided walking tour of Salem, Massachusetts! See Salem Armory, the Old Burying Point Cemetery, the Witch House, the Salem Witch Trials Museum, the Hocus Pocus House, and more. Uncover Nathaniel Hawthorne's inspiration for his famous novels at The House of Seven Gables, plus the lesser-known stories at Old Towne Hall and Mercy Tavern. Stories play as you go, sharing each tragic step of suspicion and betrayal. Pause where you want, skip what you don't, and explore the stories that interest you most.

After booking, check your email/text to download the separate Audio Tour Guide App by Action while connected to Wi-Fi or mobile data. Enter the password, download the tour, and enjoy it offline. Follow the audio instructions and route from the starting point.

New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want.

This isn't an entrance ticket. Check opening hours before your visit.

What's included

Support is available via chat, email, or phone if you need help.
Planning tools, route maps, scenic stops, and area previews included.
Just bring your phone and headphones; the app guides your walk.
Lifetime access: use the tour anytime and keep it for future trips.
Flexible tour: start, stop, and pause anytime during your trip.
Private walking tour experience for your family or group.
Access your tour in our separate audio tour app after booking.
Hidden gems and local stories included along the route.

No live guide. Entrance fees, parking, food, and car rental are separate.

What to expect

Charter Street Cemetery
Pass by

Up next is the graveyard where most of the witch trial victims are buried. Ironically, this is also the final resting place of the chief investigator during those trials, who directly caused many deaths

Note: The tour is over 1.5 miles long, with more than 35 audio stories, and takes about 1-2 hours to complete.

New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want.
Saint Peter's Episcopal Church
10m

After that, you'll arrive at St Peter's Episcopal Church, which sits on land the town confiscated after the owners, accused of witchcraft, skipped town
John Ward House
20m

At the Joshua Ward House, up next, you'll get a glimpse of what remains of the residence once belonging to Sheriff George Corwin, who signed the arrest and execution warrants of those accused of witchcraft
10m

The Salem Witch Trials are typically associated with women and girls. ... Corey was buried in an unmarked grave in what is now the Howard Street Cemetery, ... on his ghost's bad side, consider joining us on our journey through historic Salem.
Roger Conant Statue
10m

Then you'll pass by an impressive statue of Roger Conant, Salem's founder and first governor, as well as the Witch Museum, filled with all sorts of deep-dive info about the trials and the surrounding mass hysteria
Broad Street Cemetery
10m

Another detour brings you to the Broad Street Cemetery, where Sheriff Corwin ended up after suffering a mysterious heart attack
Hamilton Hall
10m

Then you'll see Hamilton Hall, a venue which has hosted esteemed figures like Alexander Hamilton, FDR, and the Marquis de Lafayette
Nathanial Hawthorne Statue
10m

Literature fans won't want to miss the Nathaniel Hawthorne statue, dedicated to one of America's greatest authors
Nathaniel Hawthorne Birthplace
10m

You can also visit the birthplace of famous author Nathaniel Hawthorne, which has been preserved in its original condition

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Start on New Liberty St in Salem, with the Salem Armory Visitor Center on your left and a multi-story parking lot on your right. This is the suggested starting point. We’re not affiliated with the Visitor Center or nearby businesses. The audio starts automatically—check your email/text for setup.

End point

Additional information

Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
This is a daytime-only tour. Do not begin after dusk, as cemeteries are off-limits at night.
This walking tour starts at the Salem Armory. Some attractions on the route have entry fees.
Use crosswalks and cross only when it is safe. Bring your headphones and connect them before starting so you can hear the tour clearly throughout the experience.
NOTE: Reserve a free timed entry for The Old Burying Point (Charter Street Cemetery) before your visit. Reservations are required to help protect the historic site and manage crowds, especially during busy periods such as October.
Easy to use: GPS-triggered audio plays automatically along the route for a hands-free experience.
Private tour: Follow the route on your phone without an in-person guide or crowded group.
At your own pace: Start anytime and pause for hikes, picnics, photos, or scenic stops.
Works offline: Once downloaded, the tour works using GPS without Wi-Fi or cellular service.
Multi-device access: Use the same password on one device for each traveler included in your booking.
More ways to save: Choose a single tour, a nearby bundle, or access to 200+ tours.
Download in advance: Download the Tour Guide app by Action and tour while connected to Wi-Fi or a strong cellular signal.
Follow the route: Begin at the suggested starting point or join anywhere along the route shown in the app.
Lifetime access: Preview the tour before your trip and revisit the stories, photos, and details afterward.
Supported devices: iPhone with iOS 15+, Android with version 9+, or a GPS-enabled iPad/tablet with cellular capability.
Savings tips: Walking tours: couples can share a tour by using separate earbuds. We recommend using headphones or earbuds for clearer audio and to avoid disturbing nearby guests.

Cancellation policy

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

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