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15 Best Salem History Walking Tours

The daylight walks through four centuries: maritime Salem’s shipping fortunes, Hawthorne’s haunts and the architecture the witch economy now overshadows. The town was once America’s richest port per capita; the historians get to that before the ghosts.

1.History and Hauntings of Salem Guided Walking Tour

Explore Salem's haunted streets and historic sites with a guided walking tour, uncovering the truth behind the witch trials and spooky legends.

Most Popular★ 5.0

“Michael did a great job in talks us back to the Salem of the 17th century. I enjoyed hearing about the history and ~hauntings~ of Salem! The tour was very informative and enjoyable, and worth every penny and more!! Couldn't have asked for a better…”

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2.Salem Voodoo, Vampires, and Ghosts Guided Walking Tour

Explore Salem’s haunted past with this 1.5-hour guided walking tour featuring real historians, paranormal investigations, and legendary dark tales.

★ 5.0

“Great information provided from our guide on Salem lore and history. Well thought out tour with paranormal stories and first hand experience.”

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3.Bewitched Walking Tour of Salem

Discover Salem’s haunted past with this engaging 2-hour walking tour. Explore over a dozen historic sites, led by knowledgeable guides—perfect for history buffs and curious travelers.

★ 5.0

“Sarah was an amazing tour guide. Two hours sounds like a lot, but the time flies by fast and there’s so much to learn we could have gone longer. We learned all about the witch trials and how Salem became a Halloween destination. Can’t recommend…”

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4.Satanic Salem Walking Tour

Explore Salem’s history with this 1.5-hour Satanic Salem Walking Tour, led by an expert guide and a charming dog, focusing on factual insights over ghost stories.

★ 5.0

“awesome super informative tour sad we didn’t get to meet his dog lol Would recommend to anyone visiting Salem.”

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5.Mysteries and Murders of Salem Guided Night-Time Walking Tour

Explore Salem’s dark side with this engaging night-time walking tour of haunted spots, gruesome stories, and eerie sights—perfect for curious thrill-seekers.

★ 5.0

“Wear Comfortable shoes Charge your phone before tour Dress appropriately for cold nights Tip your tour guide”

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6.Wicked Awesome Tours: Witch Trial History and Salem Haunts!

Discover Salem’s dark past and haunted spots on this 1-hour walking tour. Learn about the witch trials, visit iconic landmarks, and see Hocus Pocus filming locations.

★ 5.0

“Great tour of Salem. Dave engaged the tour guests as part of the tour and knowledge of past to connect to current was excellent. We only wish it lasted longer!”

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7.2.5-Hour Salem History & Sightseeing Guided Walking Tour

Discover Salem's history beyond the witch trials on this 2.5-hour guided walking tour; expert storytelling, historic landmarks, and authentic local insights.

★ 5.0

“It is a lot of walking but it’s not hard! Lots of learning and exploring! Our guide was very nice and attentive to everyone in the group”

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10.Salem, MA: History and Hauntings Guided Walking Tour

Explore Salem’s haunted streets and storied past on this 2-hour guided walking tour. Learn about the Witch Trials, maritime history, and see historic sites with passionate guides.

★ 4.8

“Our tour guide Joe was brilliant and We had an excellent experience on this Salem history and hauntings tour. Joe was extremely knowledgeable and did a fantastic job bringing Salem’s complex history to life. He explained the events of the witch trials clearly and spooky…”

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11.Requiem for Salem Walking Ghost Tour

Discover Salem’s haunted past on this adults-only ghost tour, exploring historic sites with engaging guides and spooky stories in a 1.5-hour walking experience.

★ 4.5

“Lots of walking as expected over uneven surfaces and wet leaves in the dark. Tripping hazard. Guide advised everyone of this. Be cautious in choosing this tour if you have any mobility concerns. Several stops with apparition potential. Lots of cool background and stories.”

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12.1692 Salem Night Walking Tour

Discover Salem’s witch trial history with a 2-hour guided night walking tour led by knowledgeable local historians. Family and dog-friendly, $32.

★ 5.0

“Very informative our guide was very knowledgeable about Salem and comfortable to listen to.. I will definitely recommend him in the future.”

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14.Salem’s Spooky Spectres Walking Ghost Tour

Explore Salem's haunted streets with a 90-minute guided walking tour featuring iconic spooky sites, ghost stories, and lively guides for an authentic experience.

“Kat was THE BEST!!! Unlike many of the Salem tours, Kat was engaging, fun and made the tour memorable”

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15.Salem, MA: Hocus Pocus Movie Guided Walking Tour

Experience Salem's iconic "Hocus Pocus" filming locations on this guided walking tour. Enjoy movie trivia, historic insights, and authentic sights for an unforgettable adventure.

★ 4.7

“The tour was fantastic. Our guide Hilary was super informative and so amazing with the whole of the group. So much Hocus Pocus hype! I loved it so much.”

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More Salem History Walking Tours

4.5The Ghosts of Salem Walking Tour1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)$29.99 4.5Self-Guided Smartphone Ghost Walking Tour in Salem40 to 50 minutes (approx.)$7.75 4.8Salem: Voodoo, Vampires, and Ghosts Guided Walking Tour1.5 hours$25 4.5Salem: Secrets of Salem Hidden History Walking Tour2 hours$35 4.0“Witch Trials” Walking Tour in Salem1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)$29.99 4.6Salem: Witch Trial History and Salem Haunts Walking Tour1 hour$28 4.5Best Historic Overview of Salem Walking Tour1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)$30.00 5.0Salem On Foot Walking Tours1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)$20.00 4.5Salem Day Tour: Historical Witchcraft Hysteria Walking Tour1 hour 20 minutes (approx.)$30.00 3.7Salem: Hocus Pocus Movies & More Walking Tour1.5 hours$25 4.0Salem: Ultimate Witches and Witchcraft of Salem Walking Tour2 hours$35 4.5Ultimate Historic Salem and Witch Trials Self-Guided Walking Tour1 to 2 hours (approx.)$16.99 4.0Salem: Ghosts of Salem Walking Tour1.5 hours$29 4.5Secrets of Salem Hidden Dark History Tour2 hours (approx.)$32.00 4.5Double Trouble Combination Pass: 2 Tours (History & Ghost Tours)3 hours (approx.)$61.00 4.4Salem 101 General History Tour (Massachusetts)1.5 hours$25 5.0Steps Through 1692 (History Tour)1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)$33.00 5.0Ghostly Tales of Salem Walking Tour1 hour 15 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)$31.64 4.2Salem: Witch Trial Walking Tour1.5 hours$29 5.0Salem Kids Walking History Tour1 hour (approx.)$18.00 4.5Vampire Ghost Adventures and Haunted Objects Walking Tour1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)$32.00 4.5Salem, MA: Mysteries & Murder Guided Walking Tour1.5 hours$36 5.0Hauntings, History and Legends Tour in Salem1 hour to 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)$25.00 5.0Salem Merchants and Mansions Guided Architecture Walking Tour1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours (approx.)$36.00

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Witch-trial history by day, lantern-lit hauntings after dark.