Wicked Awesome Tours: Witch Trial History and Salem Haunts!

4.8 (1,713 Viator reviews) 1 hr Salem area

Wicked Awesome Tours: Witch Trial History and Salem Haunts!
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About this activity

Travel back in time to 1692 as we experience the Salem Witch Trials. Learn about the victims, the accusers, and the culprits who took part in one of the first and most famous scandals in our nation's history! Visit the actual locations where the historic events took place. Then, learn of Salem's hauntings while exploring spooky buildings, cemeteries, hotels, and former jails. We also dive into Salem's history of war, piracy, business, Hocus Pocus movie locations, and humorous tales of a city almost 400 years old.

Our guides are passionate about the history and experienced story tellers. The tour is 1 hour in length and goes regardless of weather.

Itinerary

  1. Salem Witch Trials Memorial · 10 min

    Created in 1992, 300 years after the witch trials. This memorial was made to remember and respect the victims who were wrongfully convicted and executed.

  2. Salem Old Town Hall · 10 min

    The location of the Halloween party in Hocus Pocus. And much more history in our small town. Including Elias Hasket, Derby‘s residence, and the place of tremendous commerce.

  3. Bewitched Statue of Elizabeth Montgomery · 10 min

    Take your picture on front of the Samantha statue and learn about the Bewitched episode shot right here in Salem!

  4. Stop 4 · 10 min

    The second oldest cemetery in the United States. Many famous people and participants in the Salem Witch Trials are buried here. Learn about its history and hauntings.

What's included

  • In depth History of Salem, Massachusetts
  • Professional experienced licensed tour guide
  • Pass through Salem's historic and architectural McIntire and Washington Square
  • Visit interesting sites such as the Witch Trials Memorial, and Hocus Pocus Movie locations

Not included

  • Auto transportation

Meeting point

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

We meet outside of Not Ya Mama’s Vegan Cafe. 7 Church Street.

End point: We conclude our tour at the Salem Witch Trial Memorial where we commemorate and honor the victims.

Good to know

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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

Reviews

4.8/5

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Distances are straight-line from the activity's center of Salem (Viator lists this tour under Salem; it has no meeting-point coordinates).