Salem Witch Trials: Haunting Historical Walking Tour

Experience the chilling history of the Salem Witch Trials on a haunting walking tour. Visit the Essex Museum, Witch House, and Witch Trials Memorial for a historically accurate retelling of this dark tragedy.

Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Witch House - Welcome to Salem’s Witch House. Purchased in 1675 by Judge Jonathan Corwin, the Witch House is the only surviving structure with direct ties to Salem’s Witch Trials. It’s architecturally extraordinary and historically essential. Here you will learn all about Corwin, and the innocents he had executed.
What's Included
  • All Fees and Taxes
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • No entry inside private locations
Additional Information

Explore the mysterious history of Salem with our expert guides who vividly recreate the witch trials—no magic needed. This engaging walking tour reveals the chilling truths behind one of history’s most somber events.
Stroll through the city’s most renowned and spooky locations, such as the Essex Museum, the notorious Witch House, and the eerily beautiful…

Location
John Ward House
Brown Street
Your tour guide will meet you in front of the John Ward House. Arrive 15 minutes early and please have your confirmation email ready. *Stops/locations visited may vary.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Voyager749032
Nov 24, 2025
A couple of history lovers - We did the 6pm tour. It was chilly but easy to find our guide. Our guide Bridget was very knowledgeable and asked questions and kept an easy pace. We enjoyed the story telling and the immersive walk through.
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Molly_c
Nov 14, 2025
Evening walking tour - Our guide was so nice and so informative. We had an excellent tour. We learned a lot and saw so many interesting sights.
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Whitney_h
Nov 11, 2025
Tobin was incredible! - Tobin was an incredible guide! They were so knowledgeable and answered a ton of great questions from the group. They were patient and witty and we appreciated all they brought to the experience! It was also great that it was at dusk. 10/10 recommend this tour!
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F8359yykristines
Oct 16, 2025
Girlfriends take on Salem Ghost tour - Our tour guide, Jeff was knowledgeable, engaging, friendly and has a great sense of humor. I give Jeff and the tour a 10/10!
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Sheri_r
Oct 15, 2025
Creepy Tour! - Took a short walk around Salem and got to hear a mix of scary stories and history- more on the scary side is what the group picked! Learned many new things about Salem. Our tour guide had a heavy Boston accent that was engaging to listen to- he was great! I recommend doing a tour on a trip to Salem because you will learn something you didn’t know and you get to see more than just shops and restaurants.
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Kristel_m
Oct 11, 2025
Bridget was a great tour... - Bridget was a great tour guide she answered all of your questions and was very accommodating. Highly recommend!
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882pipers
Oct 6, 2025
Patrick we miss you - Patrick was the goat. He was so funny and I was so charmed by him. Funny funny guy for real- but also good at corralling. Very informed guy, also would just have a beer with him. Patrick if you’re reading this let’s get a beer all your jokes land
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W3132ozsummerb
Oct 6, 2025
Patrick is the Best! - Patrick is the best walking tour guide in Salem! He keeps it real and his jokes always landed — he was lighthearted and dedicated to thorough story telling. He was polite and considerate of all ages in the group, keeping everyone together and safe. I feel much more informed about the history of Salem and it made our experience much more meaningful while we were there. 10/10 would recommend to a friend.
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Kelly_f
Oct 18, 2025
Disappointing - The guide basically ran, I would not call it a walking tour and only spoke to one little girl and ignored the rest of the tour. She also skipped two main spots blaming crowds.
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Sara_v
Nov 28, 2025
No admission to sights - If you are staying in Boston and are traveling to Salem for this tour, make sure you select a tour that will take you inside the sights, otherwise, it feels like a waste and something you can do on your own. Also, if you go during the winter, know that by 4pm it's already dark outside, and know the train schedule going back to Boston. Salem is a cute little town, good for an afternoon trip from Boston.
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From $30
up to 10 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).