History and Hauntings of Salem Guided Walking Tour

Departure Point

• Old Town Hall*Please meet on the side with the THREE staircasesWe do not have an office

Return Details

• Return point: Witch Trials Memorial.Charter St, Salem, MA 01970

Duration2 hours - 2 hours and 15 minutesLanguages Available

• Human tour guide - English

Points of Interest

Stop At: Salem Old Town Hall32 Derby Sq, Salem, MassachusettsAll 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.Duration: 10 minutesStop At: Essex Street Pedestrian MallEssex St., , Salem, MassachusettsWe 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. Duration: 10 minutesStop At: Bewitched Statue of Elizabeth MontgomeryEssex and Washington Street, Salem, MassachusettsOne of the most photographed sites in the city, the Bewitched statue will be your next stop. Learn how the locals *really* felt about this 9 foot bronze statue being dedicated in 2005. Why are their security cameras fixed on Samantha?Duration: 5 minutesStop At: Salem Witch Trials Memorial24 Liberty St, Off Charter Street, Salem, MassachusettsWe bring you to the memorial to pay respects to the victims of the 1692 Witch Trials. Duration: 10 minutesStop At: Ropes Mansion and Garden318 Essex St, Salem, MassachusettsWe discus the history of the home and visit the Gardens (with permission). We do not go inside the home. Duration: 10 minutesStop At: Mcintire Historic District318 Essex St, 1727-1729, Salem, MassachusettsWe stroll through a section of the historic district. Photo opportunities. Duration: 20 minutesStop At: The Witch House at Salem310 Essex Street, Salem, MassachusettsWe discuss the history of the Witch House. We do not enter the Witch House, this is an outside activity onlyDuration: 10 minutesStop At: SalemSalem, MassachusettsHistory & Hauntings Walking Tour of Salem, MADuration: 30 minutesStop At: Old Burying Point Cemetery51 Charter Street, Salem, MassachusettsOur guide will point out the cemetery and briefly discuss some fun facts. We do not enter the cemetery. Duration: 2 minutesStop At: Hamilton Hall9 Chestnut St, Enter through door on Cambridge Street, Salem, MassachusettsA look at Samuel McIntire’s Hamilton Hall. This is an outside activity. Duration: 10 minutes

Additional Information

• 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

Inclusions

• 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

Redemption InstructionsTours start outside the Old Town Hall, 32 Derby SQUARE, Salem, MA 01970 (Side of the building with the THREE Staircases)**Important tour information. Please read this message in its entirety**We meet at Old Town Hall located at 32 Derby SQUARE. (NOT Derby Street). You will find your tour guide waiting on the side of Old Town Hall with three staircases facing Front Street. Please note we do *not* have a physical office location. We highly recommend using the restroom prior to the tour. There are public restrooms in Artists’ Row, near the Lobster Shanty, 25 Front Street, and at the Salem Armory Regional Visitor Center, 2 New Liberty Street. The visitor center is open Wednesday – Sunday from 10 am – 4 pm. Unfortunately, there are no restrooms along our routes.  ***Parking can be difficult in Salem!! Please plan to arrive at least an hour prior to your tour to find parking. We recommend parking at the MBTA garage, located at 252 Bridge St. You can find more information on parking at www.salem.org and www.salem.gov. We recommend using the Passport Parking App for metered parking.  Tours leave promptly at the start time, and we cannot accommodate latecomers.  Thank you and have a wonderful tour! BethOwner, Witch City Walking ToursPlease plan to arrive on site 5-10 minutes prior to tour. Comfortable walking shoes and jacket recommended. Please Note: Guests assume all liability and authorize a photo release by purchasing our tickets. Voucher InfoMobile or paper ticket accepted

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