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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

“This is definitely the best tour in Salem ! I have taken many tours and this is the BEST one! I definitely recommend for anyone going to Salem !!”

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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

“The history of the town of Salem and the witchcraft that happened there. It was an excellent excursion. Sara the tour guide was great.”

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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

“Well informed and funny. Enjoyed all the info provided. Appreciated the fact that the guide stuck to the truth of the past”

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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

“When it was advertised as having cauldrons, dragons, etc., I envisioned light projected figures floating in the air. It was a little misleading. At least the potions could have fizzled or “steamed” to give some visual effect. It was nothing like I had envisioned from…”

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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

“Our tour guide Allie was super informative and very fun! Very unscripted and added her own spin into the tour. This was the highlight of our trip into Salem. Very highly recommended!”

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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

“This was a great tour. We learned so much about Salem. Our tour guide was so knowledgeable and tried to answer all questions asked.”

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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

“I could not have asked for a better tour guide. Michael was very knowledgeable and so much fun. The entire group had a wicked good time. Thank you for an awesome experience.”

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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

“We had a great time. The tour guide was an amazing story teller. She kept us all engaged and wanting to learn more about Salem and it's 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

“Had a wonderful time learning about Salem history. Jeffrey was so knowledgeable and an absolute blast. I really liked how passionate he was about spreading his knowledge”

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10.Salem Ghost Tours: Witches & Wicked Whispers

Discover Salem’s haunted streets with a guided ghost tour that blends history, spooky stories, and authentic encounters—perfect for curious thrill-seekers.

★ 4.2

“Patrick was an excellent guide, very down to earth and friendly. We loved hearing local stories and legends. Would definitely recommend this tour if you want something that isn’t gimmicky and you want to learn more about the history of Salem with some ghost stories…”

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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

“Loved the tour! Got to see a different side of Salem and the tour covered more than just the movie which I liked. As a hocus pocus fan I appreciated the guides knowledge on all things Salem.”

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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

“Great experience. But it was all very rushed, and we weren't offered other backdrops. And pictures were not filtered/edited like we thought.”

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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.