• Hawthorne Hotel - Over the years, this hotel has been a preferred destination for celebrities visiting the witch city, including George Bush, Liza Minnelli, and Johnny Cash. Guests have frequently reported ghostly experiences during their stay at the Hawthorne Hotel.
• Salem Common - The Salem Common is rumored to be haunted by the ghost of a band leader. Visitors can see the bandstand and the grounds where the ghost is said to roam.
• Salem Witch Museum - Nathaniel Hawthorne had a significant family connection to the Salem Witch Trials, being related to several accused witches and a judge. Visitors will learn about his connection and his feelings of remorse.
• St. Peter’s-San Pedro Episcopal Church - The headstones visible on the corner are just that, with only dirt beneath them. Stories of the ghosts that now haunt the grounds and the church are shared here.
• Gardner-Pingree House - On April 6th, 1830, Captain White, a wealthy merchant involved in the slave trade, was found murdered in this house. The incident became the most significant event since the Witch Trials.
• Bung Hole Liquor Store Salem Mass - Once a funeral home, then a speakeasy, and now a liquor store, this location is as haunted as a lobster roll is filled with mayo.
• The Custom House - On April 9, 1846, Hawthorne was appointed as the surveyor of Salem with a salary of $1,200 per year, a respectable income at the time. His appointment was so notable that it was mentioned in the New York Tribune, referring to him as “the popular writer.” However, things did not end well. Visitors will hear his story here, learn why “The Scarlet Letter” was a success, and about the ghosts that haunt its halls.
• Mercy Tavern - Beneath the Mercy Tavern and the city of Salem lies a secret underground tunnel system built by local merchants to smuggle goods to and from the wharf. Stories of the ghosts that now haunt these tunnels are shared here.
• Morning Glory Bed & Breakfast - Guests have reported encounters with otherworldly residents, including the spirit of a young teenage girl in turn-of-the-century clothing walking the halls. The most notable encounters are with the spirits of children who frequent the rooms.

• Smartphone Guided Haunted Walking tour on the WalknTours app
• Recap tour you can take after the in person tour
• Private self-guided audio tour of Salem
• Tales of Hawthorne’s life in Salem, MA
• Visit to the House of the Seven Gables, Hawthorne’s historical haunts, and the Salem Witch Museum

• No in person guide, this is a smart phone navigated tour on the WalknTours app

This is a Smartphone Guided ghost tour available on the WalknTours app. Enjoy it anytime, as the tour never expires and can be taken multiple times. A single purchase is valid for use on two smartphones, making it a fantastic deal!

Nathaniel Hawthorne’s influence is profound in Salem. Explore the eerie sites associated with Nathaniel Hawthorne’s mysterious past and listen to the stories of the ghosts that now haunt these areas.

Embarking on the tour is simple. Download the App, get the Tour, head to the Nathaniel Hawthorne Statue, press play, and place your phone in your pocket. From there, you will be guided step by step through the haunted streets of Salem.

This tour features spooky narration, theatrically designed and enhanced with music, which you can enjoy at any time.

It is contactless and adheres to social distancing guidelines.

For the best experience, it is recommended to use headphones or earbuds. Alternatively, you can listen through Bluetooth speakers or your phone speaker.

What makes this tour unique?

• The spooky narrator is truly exceptional.
• This is not just a fact-filled tour; it’s a thrilling spooky adventure.

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