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Salem Uncovered: The Salem Witch Trials Tour

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Salem, USA

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Overview

The tryals have left a footprint on Salem, and the world, that still echo 331 years later. Join us on our 90min walking tour as we visit historic locations and lay the groundwork to explore and unpack what happened in Salem in 1692. Shedding light on how a community driven by fear and led by religious ideology and zealotus extremism, executed 20 innocent people. We invite you to be part of our story and Uncover the true history of Salem. -All tour guides are licensed by the City of Salem and are professional storytellers .

What's Included

  • All tours are lead by professional storytellers
  • Stopping at historic sites in Salem with ties to the trials and ending in the Witch Trial Memoral.
  • 90 min Witch Trials Walking Tour
  • Gratuities
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Houdini Way
Salem, MA 01970, USA

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

Liberty Street
Salem, MA 01970, USA

Next to the Charter St burying point.

What To Expect

Salem Old Town Hall

A historic building in its own rite, as well as a filming location for the classic Halloween movie, Hocus Pocus. A fitting location for the start of the tour.Note: We'll stop at this location, we don't go inside.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

John Ward House

Historic location. 330 years ago this is where the house of Sheriff Corwin, the High Sheriff of Essex county stood. In the scope of the trials he acts as the warrant issuer, interrogator, and torturer, amongst others.Note: We'll stop at this location, we don't go inside.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Rockafellas Restaurant

Historic Location. This was the site of the First Church of Salem, as well as the city meeting house in 1692.Note: We'll stop at this location, we don't go inside.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

93 Washington St

Long since torn down, in the road adjacent to this location is where the Salem Courthouse once stood. Where the trials themselves took place.Note: We'll stop at this location, we don't go inside.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Turner’s Seafood at Lyceum Hall

Historic Location. The Old Lyceum Hall, now Turners Seafood restaurant is on land once owned by Bridget Bishop, the first person executed in the scope of the Salem Witchcraft trials.Note: We'll stop at this attraction, no admission included
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

10 Federal St

Historic Location. Near the site of the Old Salem Goal (Jail), this is where the accused spent months awaiting trials in conditions that were radically inhumane.Note: We'll stop at this location, we don't go inside.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Salem Witch Trials Memorial

Historic Location. Those who were executed in 1692 were not given any formal burial. this memorial, dedicated in 1993, is what we have today to now pay our respects to those who lost their lives in the Salem Witchcraft Trials.Note: We'll stop at this location, we don't go inside.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Salem Uncovered: The Salem Witch Trials Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EDT). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

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  • All tours are lead by professional storytellers
  • Stopping at historic sites in Salem with ties to the trials and ending in the Witch Trial Memoral.
  • 90 min Witch Trials Walking Tour
  • All guides are licensed by the city of Salem
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Note: This is just a walking tour, there's no admission included and we'll just stop at attractions listed
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 44 travelers

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EDT).
  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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