Salem Witch Trials Tour from Boston by optional Ferry or Train

Walks - USA
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Up to 24 hours before your scheduled admission.
Elizabeth_K
70 days ago
Wonderful guide and tour. I do wish we had known ahead of time that we weren’t going to be taken back to the train station at the end. The guide did give us good directions/instructions. I like that there were less than 16 people.

Salem, Massachusetts: a quaint, sleepy, Puritan fishing village where nothing exciting happened...until peculiar things began to frighten the otherwise quiet community, and the fear of witches among them drove the village to its breaking point. Known for the infamous 1692 Witch Trials, Salem offers the unique opportunity to dive into the true history of what actually happened in the very setting where these stories took place. Visit eight significant sites and learn about the town's seafaring past as your guide reveals what drove reasonable townsfolk to utter hysteria on this perfectly planned day trip from Boston. Depending on the day of your tour, you'll visit the Salem Witch Museum (Sunday-Thursday tours) or the Real Pirates Museum (Friday & Saturday tours). Select the Salem Witch Tour by Train option at time of booking if you prefer to travel by train instead of the ferry to Salem.

Departure Point

  • Please arrive 30 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be holding a green Walks sign. This tour meets at North Station Boston, 135 Causeway St, Boston, MA 02114. Enter through the main entrance, near the Bobby Orr statue.
  • Please arrive 30 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be holding a green Walks sign. This tour meets at City Cruises Boston, GATE 5 - 200 Atlantic Ave, Boston.
Return Details
  • Please arrive 30 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be holding a green Walks sign. This tour meets at North Station Boston, 135 Causeway St, Boston, MA 02114. Enter through the main entrance, near the Bobby Orr statue.
  • Please arrive 30 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be holding a green Walks sign. This tour meets at City Cruises Boston, GATE 5 - 200 Atlantic Ave, Boston.
Duration8 hours and 30 minutesLanguages Available
  • Human tour guide - English

Points of Interest

Stop At: North Station135 Causeway Street, Boston, MA 02114Meet your guide and begin your voyage in the same way early settlers did: by boat! (if ferry option chosen) Board the Salem Ferry in Boston and enjoy the scenery as you pass the Boston Harbor Islands and head up the coast of the North Shore before docking in Salem in just about an hour. Your roundtrip ferry ticket is included in the cost of your tour. Duration: 1 hourStop At: Real Pirates Salem285 Derby Street, Salem, MA 01970Begin your journey by meeting your guide at Boston’s North Station (if train option chosen). From here, board a comfortable commuter train for a scenic, 35-minute ride to Salem. It’s a stress-free start to your day trip, with round-trip tickets included.Duration: 1 hourStop At: SalemSalem, MassachusettsIf your tour is on Friday or Saturday, you'll visit the Real Pirate Museum to explore Salem's maritime past. Originally a fishing village, the town prospered as a major seaport. You'll hear the surprising ways piracy and trade shaped Salem's history—even before and after the Witch Trials. Duration: 1 hourStop At: Salem Witch Trials Memorial24 Liberty St, Off Charter Street, Salem, MassachusettsRetrace the footsteps of Salem’s famous history with a walk through town. As a bustling seaport, the town was home to merchants, sailors, and even pirates. Some of these figures played surprising roles in the town’s history, both before and after the trials.Duration: 1 hourStop At: Bewitched Statue of Elizabeth MontgomeryEssex and Washington Street, Salem, MassachusettsNext, you'll pause for reflection at this powerful memorial honoring the innocent victims of the Witch Trials. Dedicated in 1992—the 300th anniversary of the trials—by Elie Wiesel, the memorial commemorates the 20 victims in their own words, featuring proclamations of innocence taken from the court transcripts. You'll also visit the nearby Burying Point, the final resting place key figures of the trials, as well as notable Salem residents. Duration: 15 minutesStop At: Ropes Mansion and Garden318 Essex St, Salem, MassachusettsAfter learning about Salem's dramatic past, you'll switch gears for an exploration of witches in modern pop culture. One can't-miss site is the famous Bewitched Statue, commemorating the famous sitcom, which filmed several episodes in Salem in 1970. Duration: 15 minutesStop At: The Witch House at Salem310 Essex Street, Salem, MassachusettsVisiting this spot, featured in the Disney movie “Hocus Pocus”, will put a spell on you! Explore the gardens that are open to the public. Please note entrance to the house is not included in this tour. You'll also swing by the First Church of Salem as you begin to wrap up your day of sightseeing. Duration: 20 minutesStop At: SalemSalem, MassachusettsPause outside the only building still standing with direct ties to the 1692 Salem Witch Trials: the home of Judge Jonathan Corwin. Duration: 10 minutesStop At: Salem Witch Museum19 1/2 Washington Square North, , Salem, MassachusettsBefore returning to Boston (if ferry option chosen), you'll have free time to do some shopping or grab lunch on your own. Your guide will provide recommendations for the best restaurants and shops to check out. Duration: 2 hoursStop At: Salem Ferry10 Blaney St, Salem, MassachusettsIf your tour is Sunday-Thursday, your experience includes either the Salem Witch Museum (Sunday-Thursday tours) or Real Pirate Museum (Friday & Saturday tours). At the Salem Witch Museum, you'll be transported back to 1692 and experience the history of the Salem Witch Trials. Take away important lessons from how the events played out, meet the key figures who drove the witchcraft panic, and examine how these themes are applicable to modern culture. Duration: 1 hour

Additional Information

  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Sun - Thu tours only: Entrance to the Salem Witch Museum
  • Fri & Sat tours only: Entrance to Real Pirates
  • Please note that the tour itinerary might vary depending on the chosen option.
Inclusions
  • Sun-Thurs tours: Entrance to the Salem Witch Museum
  • Local English-speaking guide
  • Round-trip Rail tickets from Boston-Salem if option chosen
  • Fri & Sat tours: Entrance to the Real Pirates Museum
  • Round-trip Ferry tickets from Boston-Salem if option chosen
Exclusions
  • Hotel Pick-up/Drop-off
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities
Redemption Instructions- This is a walking tour on various terrains so comfortable walking shoes are a must. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty. - 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 (if ferry option chosen). Your guide will offer recommendations. - Weather Awareness: Salem summers can be hot and humid. Expect temperatures to rise, especially during midday hours. Dress in lightweight, breathable clothing to stay comfortable.- Sun Protection: Don’t forget your sunblock, sunglasses, and a wide-brimmed hat or cap.- Hydration: Bring plenty of water to stay hydrated throughout the tour. - Sun - Thu tours only: Entrance to the Salem Witch Museum- Fri & Sat tours only: Entrance to Real Pirates- Please note that the tour itinerary might vary depending on the chosen option.Voucher InfoMobile or paper ticket accepted

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Customer Reviews

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michelle_S
All walking up and downstairs looking at sea merchant homes. Promoted local businesses sme interesting information. Not relevant for those looking for tours that educate about salem witch trials and that entire part of Salem’s history. Guide was knowledgeable about maritime history and had a pleasant voice. We found a great lunch spot the the weather was optimal for a comfortable walk. The sea was relaxing and soothing to watch
Clara_M
The price is the disadvantage: specially because they changed me from boat to train and price is way far and was not any kind of refund. Nevertheless the tourist guide was very friendly and kind
Felicity_L
I will never book with Viator again and recommend others not to due to my experience on 12 Oct 2025. I booked the Boston Day Tour by Ferry: Salem Witch Trials Past to Present tour in Boston, MA, USA. I had travelled to the USA from Australia (a very long way and rare experience) and paid USD$145 for the tour, which is well over AUD$200 – a lot of money! I boarded the ferry on time in the morning with others on the tour. While on the ferry, before departing, we were told several times by a lady from the tour company, Walks – USA, over microphone, that there would be 4-6ft waves and no guaranteed ferry ride back after 11am-ish, so if anyone wanted to get off before the ferry departed to avoid sea sickness and trouble returning they could and would get a full refund. A group of us got off as she suggested and headed to the ticket booth at the wharf to request the refund (as instructed). There was a group of approximately 15-20 of us who got off the ferry with at least 50 witnesses on the boat to what the tour guide had told us repeatedly – that we could get off and receive a full refund. When we got to the ticket booth, the man argued with us refusing to provide refunds. Eventually, he changed his mind and said he would. However, then he said once again that he couldn’t if our booking was through a third-party provider, as was the situation with me through Viator. When I contacted the tour provider, they would not provide a refund and said that I was marked as a ‘No Show’, which is an absolute lie as I was there on the ferry and only got off, with others, because the guide had suggested this to us due to the weather. I therefore paid for a tour that I never got to experience any of and have been unjustly denied a refund. Neither Walks – USA or Viator has been of any assistance in resolving this.
Phyllis_S
My tour was scheduled for 10/31. There was a storm the night before and the ferry was cancelled due to rough sea. I did not expect a cancellation and did not check any of my emails that morning. When I got to where the ferry would have left, a person at ticket information told me the tour had been cancelled and since I had made the reservation through a third party, they would be contacting me about refund arrangements. My friend and I got an Huber and proceeded to go over to Salem anyway. On the way I read the email about the tour not being cancelled, only the ferry part and where to proceed to train transportation. At this point it was too late to meet the group at the train and we were halfway to Salem by Huber anyway. I called the Viator office and asked if there was a place we could possibly meet the tour in Salem. The person I talked to verified that I had a reservation and advised me that I could meet the group at the Witch House Museum by 10:15. He said look for a group of about 35 people and a man with a green shirt and green tour sign. My friend and I got to the Witch House Museum by 10:00. The person at the door said she had seen no one or group with that description and they had no record of anyone like that supposed to be there that morning. We went ahead and waited until 11:00 anyway and no one or group of that description ever showed up. Is there some way I can be refunded the $290.00 I paid for 2 adults to attend this tour. I paid by credit card so if the charge could be reversed I would greatly appreciate it. Phyllis Siebken
Elizabeth_K
Wonderful guide and tour. I do wish we had known ahead of time that we weren’t going to be taken back to the train station at the end. The guide did give us good directions/instructions. I like that there were less than 16 people.

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