10 Hidden Gems Things to do in Salem That You Shouldn't Miss

Spellbound Tours is one of the oldest and most reputable tours in Salem. Their nightly tours cover the history of the most haunted places in Salem and their own experiences investigating them. Spellbound is the the only tour company in Salem that has actually done paranormal investigation in all the sites they visit. Take a trip through the dark side of Salem’s sinister past, to the actual locations of the infamous witch trials! Expect to be amazed by the large amount of documented Paranormal Activity! Visit real haunted locations, including what may be the most haunted cemetery in the country! Hear tales of vampirism- historic and today! Do real, live Vampires still lurk in the shadows of the this seaport town?! Discover the mysterious secrets of voodoo, the startling root of the Salem Witch Hysteria!

FAME is a full-scale replica of a privateer schooner from the War of 1812. Launched in 2003, our new FAME cruises on Salem Sound, where pirates & privateers have been making history for 400 years. FAME sails from Memorial Day through Halloween from Pickering Wharf Marina in downtown Salem. A great trip for all ages!

Capture the historic spirit of Salem’s yesteryear on this award-winning, 90-minute walking tour that is available year-round. Discover the truth about Salem’s infamous Witch Trial Hysteria. Experience the authentic story of Salem’s most notorious murder. Encounter how Nathaniel Hawthorne spent much of his life trying to escape the legacy of a hanging judge. Find out the Salem locations used in the blockbuster movie Hocus Pocus, but remember the tour is not based on the movie, rather it’s based on Salem’s rich and vibrant history. Please note, due to time and distance, we only visit two Hocus Pocus movie locations. Since 2003, Susan Metzger has led this tour and over a thousand reviewers have praised her guiding saying that she is “an amazing storyteller!” More than fifteen stops dot the tour route, including Salem’s old jail, the site of the Old Witch Gaol, the Witch Trial Memorial, the field where Giles Corey was pressed to death, & the cemetery where a Witch Trial judge is buried.

Take a boat to Great Misery and enjoy memorable views of Salem Sound and the North Shore.

Phillips House is the only home on historic Chestnut Street open to the public, and it provides a glimpse into the private world of the Phillips family during the early decades of the twentieth century. The kitchen, pantry, and a domestic staff bedroom, present a rarely seen picture of how the great houses functioned as new technologies were being introduced.

We offer unique adventures that explore the true history of Salem and its legacy of terrifying hauntings. Our guides do more than just share the facts with you, they are master storytellers, immersing you in the fascinating tales of the Witch City, where great stories begin! Historic and Supernatural tours offered daily! Please visit our website for more details and additional tours.

Salem is an interesting place. Let us walk you through its rich history and present charms. On our 1hr tour of Salem, you'll hear about Salem's early history through the Salem Witch Trials and up to an escape by a famous magician. Our tours are limited to 8 people per tour until further notice! Tickets are $16 (Adults) and $10 Kids (6-17). Our 9:30am (and all tours July 1st-October 30th) are $18 (Adults) and $10 Kids (6-17). Please visit our website for dates & times and all other information.

We are open all year! Please purchase tickets and get information on our Tours on our website, Salem Food Tours . com . Thank you! Since 2012, Salem's award-winning guided food and cultural walking tours. A perfect way to explore Salem while enjoying tastings at some of Salem’s best food shops and restaurants. Enjoy talks with chefs and fellow food lovers. Learn about early colonial dinners, local history, Salem’s illustrious maritime spice trades and more. With today’s cultural and culinary renaissance, locals and visitors agree that Salem is truly a delicious place to explore! Great for corporate teams and mid-size groups. Bridal Tours available. Visit or website for more information on all our year-round offerings, including our sister Tour, the Salem Spirits Trolley. Gift Certificates available. Featured on Chronicle and Fox DayTrippers, as well as Vegetarian Times, Huffpost, the Boston Globe, Northshore Magazine and more!

We are socially-conscious guides on a journey to illuminate the real magic of Witch City. Together through intimate tours, holistic healing, and immersive retreats, we aim to spark conversation and awaken new perspectives.

Enjoy Salem from the water on a beautiful classic sailing yacht! The schooner When And If at Sunset Sail Salem is your chance to enjoy a relaxing sail on Salem Sound as the wind fills the sails and your captain and crew sail you away. Private and shared charters are the perfect way to experience the best of the North Shore, day or night all summer long. Let's go sailing!