The Salem Witch Trials, Historical Walking Tour
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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 .
Highlights
1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
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
All guides are licensed by the city of Salem
Gratuities
Meeting Points
Departure
Houdini Way
Next to 15 Front St, across from the store Nocturne. (Look for the ginger in the hat) -use google maps for directions.
Return
Salem Witch Trials Memorial
Next to the Charter St burying point.
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Itinerary
1
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.
10 minutes
2
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.
15 minutes
3
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.
15 minutes
4
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.
15 minutes
5
Turner's Seafood at Lyceum Hall -Salem
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
15 minutes
6
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.
15 minutes
7
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.
10 minutes
Important Information
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Wheelchair accessible
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
