Explore Salem’s true witch trial history with a licensed local guide—then craft your own rustic broom in a private workshop. A day trip from Boston that blends fact, folklore, and fun.
Salem Witch Tour from Boston with Broom Making Workshop
Summary Description
Highlights
- Learn Salem’s true witch trial history with a local expert
- Enjoy a private broom-making workshop at a local studio
- Choose a spell or charm at a beloved Salem shop
- Travel by train from Boston with flexible return tickets
- Get insider tips for exploring Salem on your own
Description
Go beyond the ghost stories on this immersive Salem day trip from Boston. Led by a licensed local historian, you’ll uncover the real events of 1692 as you explore the town’s most iconic landmarks. On a guided walking tour, you'll learn how fear and misinformation fueled one of the darkest chapters in American history—then enjoy a creative twist. You’ll visit a beloved local spell shop before rolling up your sleeves in a private broom-making workshop at a woman-owned studio. With a handmade broom to take home and flexible train tickets for easy travel, this tour blends deep historical insight with just the right amount of hands-on magic.
Start your day at Boston’s North Station, where your expert Walks guide welcomes you with train tickets and centuries of Salem history. As you ride north, you’ll get a primer on what really happened in 1692—from the political tensions to the religious hysteria—that laid the groundwork for the infamous witch trials.
Upon arrival, step into history with a licensed local guide, the only kind allowed to lead tours in Salem. You’ll explore the town’s most significant witch trial landmarks while hearing true stories of the accused, the accusers, and the long-lasting cultural fallout. This isn’t a haunted house—it’s a powerful walk through one of America’s most cautionary tales.
After your walking tour, the experience shifts from thought-provoking to hands-on. Stop by a locally loved spell shop to choose a charm or spell that speaks to you. Then it’s time to get creative. At The Witchery, a welcoming, woman-owned studio tucked in Pickering Wharf, you’ll participate in a private broom-making workshop. Using twigs, twine, and traditional tools, you’ll craft your own rustic broom—a one-of-a-kind souvenir infused with Salem spirit.
Following the workshop, your guide will share insider recommendations for how to spend your free time in Salem. From historic sites to seafood spots, you’ll have plenty of ways to make the most of your visit before catching your flexible return train to Boston.
This tour is perfect for curious travelers looking for something more meaningful than myths—and just magical enough to be unforgettable.
Included / Excluded
- Round trip MBTA tickets from Boston
- Broom-making class with all materials
- Spell satchel
- Local English-speaking guide
- Hotel Pick-up/Drop-off
- Gratuities
- Lunch
Start / End Locations
Start Location: North Station, 135 Causeway St, Boston, MA 02114, USA
Start Location Notes: Please arrive 30 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be holding a green Walks sign. This tour meets at North Station Boston, 135 Causeway St, Boston, MA 02114. Enter through the main entrance, near the Bobby Orr statue.
Start Location Directions: https://maps.app.goo.gl/2W7UgJKb8ERVCZfp6
Important Information
Know Before You Book
- This tour is in English.
- This is a walking tour covering 1-1.5miles on various terrains so comfortable walking shoes are a must. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.
- Lunch is not provided as part of the tour experience; however, there will be free time scheduled for you to enjoy lunch on your own. Your guide will offer recommendations.
- Weather Awareness (July/August): Salem summers can be hot and humid with limited access to shade. It is reccomended to bring water.
- This tour can accept wheelchairs/strollers. Please note that sections of this tour cover busy areas of the city & areas with brick/ cobbled roads.
- Walks / Devour complies with all local government regulations. Please refer to local government guidelines for the most up-to-date information.
- Please note that Broom making class cannot accept guests under 10 years old.
- This tour meets 30 minutes prior to the tour start time. Please arrive 30 minutes before your tour start time for check-in. Out of courtesy to other guests & MBTA rail schedules, we’re unable to wait for latecomers. No refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows.
- We recommend you bring a water bottle (to protect the environment we don't provide plastic bottles)
- Please note that Broom making class cannot accept guests under 10 years old.
- This is a walking tour covering 1-1.5miles on various terrains so comfortable walking shoes are a must. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.
- Lunch is not provided as part of the tour experience; however, there will be free time scheduled for you to enjoy lunch on your own. Your guide will offer recommendations.
- This tour can accept wheelchairs/strollers. Please note that sections of this tour cover busy areas of the city & areas with brick/ cobbled roads.
- Tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated.
- Walks / Devour complies with all local government regulations. Please refer to local government guidelines for the most up-to-date information.
Cancellation
Cancellation Cutoff: 24 hours
Cancellation Notes: Cancellations received greater than 24 hours prior to tour commencement are fully refundable. Cancellations received within 24 hours of tour commencement are nonrefundable. Amendment requests are subject to availability and price changes. Late arrivals and no shows are nonrefundable. This is applicable to any tour participant that fails to arrive, or arrives after tour departure.
Options and Pricing
Prices are subject to change.
| Salem from Boston: Witch Crafting Tour Price | RETAIL PRICE |
|---|---|
| Adult (15 - 99 years) | $149.00 |
| Child (10 - 14 years) | $139.00 |
Redemption Information
Tickets will be held at the box office
About operator:
Walks (takewalks.com, walksofitaly.com) began over a decade ago (2008, to be exact) in Rome, Italy. We quickly became the premier walking tour company in 7 countries - Italy, Spain, France, the UK, Greece, and Portugal. Our US cities include San Francisco, NYC, Boston, Chicago, and New Orleans.
In 2021, we joined The Hornblower Group (cityexperiences.com) expanding our reach and working alongside this powerhouse travel brand.
Our tour products vary but predominantly we #takewalks, exploring the world by foot - we believe, the best way to get into the heart of a city and its incredible people. From introductory strolls to food tours, day trips, cooking classes, and below the surface, in-depth tours, we have our hand in everything a traveler could want. Oh, and we also like to give our clients exclusive access to the biggest attractions in the world...
Despite the big changes in our brand over the years, our focus has remained simple - to relentlessly create tours with the client experience at the forefront and anchored upon the dedicated, intelligent, and above all, passionate local guides who want to share their cities with you.
Our tour products vary but predominantly we #takewalks, exploring the world by foot - we believe, the best way to get into the heart of a city and its incredible people. From introductory strolls to food tours, day trips, cooking classes, and below the surface, in-depth tours, we have our hand in everything a traveler could want. Oh, and we also like to give our clients exclusive access to the biggest attractions in the world...
Despite the big changes in our brand over the years, our focus has remained simple - to relentlessly create tours with the client experience at the forefront and anchored upon the dedicated, intelligent, and above all, passionate local guides who want to share their cities with you.
Basic Information
- Duration: 4 hours
- Trip difficulty: Easy
- Max Group Size: 14
- Category: Tours & Sightseeing
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