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15 Best Salem Tours from Boston

The Salem trips: fast ferries and guided rides to the witch city, with the trials told where they happened. October sells out by late summer; the off-season visits are calmer and better.

3.Day Trip from Boston To Salem Witch Exhibits

Discover Salem's witch trials, historic sites, and charming waterfront on this guided day trip from Boston, perfect for history buffs and curious travelers.

★ 4.5

“There was a Great itinerary, informative travel guide, great day! Nice and relaxed but also packed in a lot of different things.”

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4.Salem Witch Tour from Boston by Train with Museum Tickets

Discover Salem's history on a guided day trip from Boston, including train travel, walking tours, and museum visits—all with expert guides and small groups.

★ 4.0

“Elizabeth was nice and knowledgeable. She made the tour interesting. The only negative is you never enter anywhere. This isn’t her fault she is following what she is told to do”

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5.Private Day Tour of Salem and Boston

Discover Salem’s witch trials and Boston’s revolutionary history on this private full-day tour, guided by knowledgeable locals for an authentic experience.

★ 5.0

“Wanted to learn about the history of Salem and Boston. Full tour day with a very knowledgeable guide!!! Would highly recommend!!!”

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6.Private Day Trip to Salem and Hammond Castle from Boston

Discover Salem's history and Hammond Castle on a private day trip from Boston, featuring expert guides, authentic insights, and stunning coastal views.

★ 5.0

“Our guide, Maria, was waiting early at our hotel, ready to go in a very comfortable, well appointed van with nice visibility. On our way to the castle, we got acquainted and she shared details of both the castle and our day’s plans. Maria was…”

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7.Salem Private Half Day Tour from Boston, for groups 1-4

Discover Salem from Boston with this private half-day tour, featuring historic sites, movie spots, scenic views, and personalized guides for an authentic experience.

★ 5.0

“This was the highlight of our cruise! Martin was extremely knowledgeable about the area and personalized our tour to fit our likings. I highly recommend Martin and Viatour for all your tour needs!”

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8.Salem and North Shore Full Day Private Tour

Discover the scenic charm of the North Shore and Salem on this private full-day tour from Boston, featuring stunning coastlines, historic sites, and personalized service.

★ 5.0

“Lots of history. Tour guide was very knowledgeable and personable. Really amusing being in Salem near Halloween.”

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9.Semiprivate Day Trip to Salem and Hammond Castle from Boston

Discover Salem's witch history and explore Hammond Castle on this semi-private day trip from Boston, featuring expert guides, stunning views, and authentic experiences.

“Our guide was incredibly friendly and full of interesting historical tidbits and fun references! The tour route was fantastic, making the experience even more enjoyable.”

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11.Boston Private Day Trip with Salem & Cape Anns North Shore

Discover Boston’s scenic North Shore, Cape Ann, Salem, and charming coastal towns on this private day trip—perfect for history lovers and coastal scenery fans.

★ 5.0

“What a day! Cape Ann is GORGEOUS. We saw Salem, Gloucester, Rockport, Marblehead, & Bearskin Neck. Tim is an incredible tour guide. The enthusiasm he shows about the area is contagious. Thanks for a memorable day!”

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12.Massachusetts Highlights: Freedom Trail, Salem & More Tour

Discover Boston and beyond with flexible self-guided tours through historic landmarks, Salem, Cape Cod, and more—perfect for independent explorers.

★ 4.5

“These are great tours - we did several over our vacation. A little hard to navigate in cities with a lot of traffic. We loves getting the experience of a guided tour but not being stuck on someone else's schedule”

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13.Salem Full Day Private Tour from Boston

Discover Salem’s haunted past, maritime history, and witch trials on this private, full-day Boston to Salem tour packed with authentic sights and stories.

★ 5.0

“Alexandria was a fun as well as very knowledgeable about the history of Salem. We enjoyed her narratives and guides throughout the tour. We strongly recommend her to be your guide! Cheers from, - Sasmito family -”

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