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Overview
Your Salem walking tour starts at the Old Town Hall, a convenient meeting point in the center of town. Led by a historian guide, you’ll traverse 400 tumultuous years of Salem's past, saving yourself the effort of personal research.
As you wander between stops, the guide helps you unravel the layers of the 1692 Witch Trials Hysteria. You’ll also encounter modern-day witches, and hear chilling tales of Salem's history that you’d likely miss otherwise.
The route of the tour follows the Essex Street Pedestrian Mall, once a Native American trading path, leading to the site of the First Church of Salem. the oft-photographed Bewitched Statue of Elizabeth Montgomery, the Salem Witch Trials Memorial, and other landmarks.
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Witch City Walking Tours
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Informative and fun tour. Ryan was "frying" with the jokes.
melissacX4108MI, Sept 2025
Ryan was an amazing tour guide! Very knowledgeable and made sure everyone on the tour was able to ask questions. He guided us through the town of Salem safely with his lantern and trusted light saber! We enjoyed the history and ghost stories. The ghost picture was a huge bonus. Thanks Ryan!
The most informative tour
Jacqueline_G, Sept 2025
We had the best tour! Luckily it was before the crowds come in for October and November so it was a great time and with plenty of informative stuff! We would of loved to stay in Salem for a couple days to just absorb all of the history! Our tour guide was awesome and informative!
Highly recommend!!
Chelsea_D, Sept 2025
We really enjoyed this tour. Super informative and truly enjoyed the stories that were told. Highly recommend!
Enjoyable
Amanda D, Sept 2025
Would give a 5 for rating. Very informative. Our first time in Salem. Really enjoyed it. Would come back again and do perhaps a ghost walk tour. Learned a lot about why certain statues are here and how the people of Salem felt about different things.
Itinerary
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.
10 minutesEssex 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.
10 minutesBewitched Statue of Elizabeth Montgomery
One 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?
5 minutesSalem Witch Trials Memorial
We bring you to the memorial to pay respects to the victims of the 1692 Witch Trials.
10 minutesRopes Mansion and Garden
We discus the history of the home and visit the Gardens (with permission). We do not go inside the home.
10 minutesMcintire Historic District
We stroll through a section of the historic district. Photo opportunities.
20 minutesThe Witch House at Salem
We discuss the history of the Witch House. We do not enter the Witch House, this is an outside activity only
10 minutesSalem
History & Hauntings Walking Tour of Salem, MA
30 minutesOld Burying Point Cemetery
Our guide will point out the cemetery and briefly discuss some fun facts. We do not enter the cemetery.
2 minutesHamilton Hall
A look at Samuel McIntire’s Hamilton Hall. This is an outside activity.
10 minutes
Experience
Highlights
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
Exclusions
- Gratuities
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
Guide Languages
English
Cancellation Policy
A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.