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15 Best Salem Witch Trials Tours

The witch-trials history told straight and sideways: the 1692 hysteria walked site by site, memorials to the twenty executed and the Hocus Pocus filming-location detours for the lighter mood. The history is heavier than the gift shops suggest; the good guides hold both.

1.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.

Most Popular★ 5.0

“Very interesting & informative tour. Highly recommend! Moderator did a great job, making sure everyone was included in his presentation.”

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2.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

“It was a very good experience. We found the information extremely informative and interesting. Our guide was knowledgeable and had a good sense of humor.”

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3.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

“Amazing tour! I’ve taken other tours and didn’t stay till the end lol i definitely stayed for this one!”

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4.The Salem Witch Walk

Discover Salem's witchcraft history and modern practices with this guided tour led by an authentic witch, including rituals, sites, and exclusive shop discounts.

★ 4.5

“Had a hard time hearing the guide. Found it boring and don't recommend. My husband and I visited ten years ago and did this tour. We had an awsome time. Which is why I booked it for my return trip and was very disappointed It…”

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5.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

“Wonderful tour! This tour was a perfect length and gave us a great overview of the Salem highlights. Our guide was personable and answered all our questions. Would highly recommend!”

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6.Best Salem Witch Trials Historical Walking Tour

Discover Salem’s witch trials history on a 90-minute guided walking tour visiting key sites like the memorial, Witch House, and court. Perfect for history buffs.

★ 4.0

“Interesting tour and just the right length of time. Also enables you to see Salem. October is very busy but nearing Halloween it is a good time to visit as lots going on”

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7.Salem “Hocus Pocus” Movie Locations Tour (31st Anniversary)

Explore Salem’s iconic *Hocus Pocus* filming locations on a 2.5-hour guided walking tour, blending movie spots with local history and trivia.

★ 4.5

“One thing we learned on the tour is that a lot of the film’s scenes were filed in Los Angeles and only a few shots of the buildings in Salem were used. Could save yourself some money and go see the sights on your own.…”

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8.Salem Ghosts: Witches, Warlocks, & Hauntings

Explore Salem’s haunted sites with this 1-hour ghost tour, visiting historic landmarks linked to witch trials, ghost stories, and eerie legends.

★ 4.5

“Topher was an amazing guide! Fantastic storyteller and so knowledgeable! I highly recommend this tour if you’re looking for a better understanding of the area, a ghost hunt and some spine tingling history.”

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9.Salem Uncovered: The Salem Witch Trials Tour

Discover Salem’s dark history with this 90-minute walking tour, visiting key sites linked to the 1692 witch trials, led by licensed storytellers.

★ 4.5

“The guide was very awesome he told us alot about the history and we absolutely loved it I would definitely tell my friends they would enjoy it”

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12.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

“Wonderful combination of a bit of history of Salem sprinkled in between Hocus Pocus filming locations. Violet was knowledgeable, kind and shared her joy for the city and the movie in equal measure! Couldn’t have been a better afternoon well spent!”

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14.Witch Costume Photo Shoot – Olde Salem Village theatrical set

Experience a fun, professional witch-themed photo shoot in Salem with costumes, theatrical sets, and a talented photographer—perfect for memories and unique photos.

★ 5.0

“This was a fun and unique experience. It was quite busy - so prepare to feel a bit rushed. But the team had their act together and we had a fun time posing for our pictures.”

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15.Witch Costume Photo Shoot – Witch Cottage theatrical set

Experience a private witch costume photo shoot in Salem's Witch Cottage, with costumes, professional photography, and a fun, spooky atmosphere for lasting memories.

★ 5.0

“The staff was very friendly and loved how they helped picked just the right costume for you. I loved the different backgrounds they had for the pictures.”

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More Salem Witch Trials Tours

4.9Salem, MA: Witch City Broom Making Workshop1.5 hours$135 4.0“Witch Trials” Walking Tour in Salem1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)$29.99 4.0Boston Day Tour by Ferry: Salem Witch Trials Past to Present$129.00 5.0Witch City Broom Making Workshop in Salem1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)$134.70 4.6Salem: Witch Trial History and Salem Haunts Walking Tour1 hour$28 4.0Best Hocus Pocus Movies & More Tour1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)$30.00 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 5.0Historian’s Guide to the Salem Witch Trials2 hours (approx.)$30.00 5.0Salem and The Witch Trials1 hour 15 minutes (approx.)$29.00 3.8Salem: Ghosts of the Witch City Ultimate Extended Tour2 hours$30 4.2Salem: Witch Trial Walking Tour1.5 hours$29 4.4Salem Witch Tour from Boston by Train$85 4.5Salem Movie Magic Tour: Hocus Pocus and Bewitched locations2 hours (approx.)$43.00 4.0Witches of Salem Tour: Mysteries, Myths, and Magic1 hour 45 minutes (approx.)$32.00 4.5Wandering Witches45 minutes to 1 hour (approx.)$26.00 5.0Salem: Psychic Bewitched Tour With Tarot Reading3 hours$140 4.9Salem: History & Witchcraft Day Tour1.5 hours 3.2Salem: Self-Guided Scary Ghosts & Witch Trials Audio Tour7 days$10 4.9Salem: Salem Witch Tour1.5 hours$70 5.0Salem Bewitched Tour With Tarot Reading2 to 3 hours (approx.)$130.00 5.0Salem Witch Tour1 to 2 hours (approx.)$80.00

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