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Spirits, Sinners & Scandals Tour

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Salem, USA

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1 hour 15 minutes (approx.)
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Overview

Salem's spookiest, haunted *adults only* walking tour!

Want a late night 1.25 hour long tour of all things creepy and shocking?

We take you into Salem’s darkest corners and consecrate our otherworldly past by sharing our city’s sinister tales of deception, greed, torture, murder, curses and delve into the supernatural.
Learn about Harry Houdini’s silver handcuffs and seances, multiple suicides and grisly murders, inhumane living conditions for Massachusetts’ worst criminals, and even learn about our very own sadistic Sheriff appropriately nicknamed “The Strangler”. This tour visits some of the most notoriously haunted locations in Salem with numerous documented ghost sightings and unusual paranormal activity. We pass by 400 year old cemeteries, uninhabited haunted homes, 2 of the most haunted Hotels in America, as you relive Salem’s most terrifying moments. Adults only, 18+. ***Adult Mature Content including descriptive murder, sexual assault and torture.

What's Included

  • Licensed Guide
  • Gratuity not included
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Derby Square
Salem, MA 01970, USA

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

End point

Salem
MA 01970, USA

What To Expect

Salem Old Town Hall

Meet your tour guide outside of the Old Town Hall to set off on a spooky journal though time while walking the cobblestone streets of Salem
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The Burying Point

The second oldest cemetery in the United States has lots of stories to tell. What spirts still roam the cemetery and why are they stuck there?
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Salem

Why do people wake up feeling like they are being watched at this historic 18th century bed & breakfast? What sinister man did the land belong to long before? Come find out why so many people feel an eery presence at this boutique hotel.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

John Ward House

Hear tales of hauntings.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Old Salem Jail Lot

Share stories of pressings.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Salem Common

Learn about grisly murders and a haunted hotel
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Howard Street Cemetery

One of the most famous exceptions took place on this land, shadowed by the jail that was condemned in the 1990s for being "too inhumane"...what ghastly sights will we see tonight?
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20 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
  • 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.
  • 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.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Spirits, Sinners & Scandals 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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Activity code: C-37124P15

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Average 4.66 out of 5 stars based on 32 traveler reviews collected by City Boat Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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What's Included

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  • Licensed Guide
  • Gratuity not included

Additional Info

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  • 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
  • This Tour is Adults Only. 18+
  • Our Tours run rain or shine, we do not cancel for weather. Please wear comfortable shoes and dress accordingly.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • We do not enter any buildings or cemeteries on this tour, this is an outdoor activity only.
  • Tour group size may be up to 39 guests per group
  • There are no public restrooms on the tour route. Please plan accordingly.
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 40 travelers

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Free Cancellation

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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).

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