The Legacy of Witches: Salem Day Tour from Boston by Ferry

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Highlights

  • Sun-Thurs tours: Visit the famous Salem Witch Museum.

  • Fri & Sat tours: Visit the fascinating Real Pirates Museum.

  • Learn about the 1692 Witch Trials where it all happened.

  • Honor the legacy at two commemorative spots.

  • Stop for a photo op at pop culture spots.

  • Enjoy free time to explore Salem on your own.

Summary

Learn the true story behind the peculiar happenings of the 1692 Salem Witch Trials in this in-depth day tour of significant historical sites, maritime legends, and pop culture destinations in Salem. 

Tour info

Duration
7 hours
Group Size
14
Pricing (From)
Adult: (15-99 years)
$129.00
Child: (2-14 years)
$129.00
Infant: (0-1 years)
$0.00
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Why take this tour?

Salem, Massachusetts: a quaint, sleepy, Puritan fishing village where nothing exciting happened...until peculiar things began to frighten the otherwise quiet community, and the fear of witches among them drove the village to its breaking point. Known for the infamous 1692 Witch Trials, Salem offers the unique opportunity to dive into the true history of what actually happened in the very setting where these stories took place. Visit eight significant sites and learn about the town's seafaring past as your guide reveals what drove reasonable townsfolk to utter hysteria on this perfectly planned day trip from Boston with a small group of 14 people. Depending on the day of your tour, you'll visit the Salem Witch Museum (Sunday-Thursday tours) or the Real Pirates Museum (Friday & Saturday tours). 

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What’s included?

  • Sun-Thurs tours: Entrance to the Salem Witch Museum

  • Fri & Sat tours: Entrance to the Real Pirates Museum

  • Round-trip Ferry tickets from Boston-Salem

  • Small group of 14 people max

  • Local English-speaking guide

  • Hotel Pick-up/Drop-off

  • Gratuities

  • Lunch

Things to know

Before you book

  • This tour is in English.

  • This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.

  • 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.

  • Sun - Thu tours only: Entrance to the Salem Witch Museum

  • Fri & Sat tours only: Entrance to Real Pirates

  • 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.

  • Tours in April, May, & November will meet at North station and travel to Salem from Boston by MBTA rail instead of the ferry.

Before you go

  • This is a walking tour 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: Salem summers can be hot and humid. Expect temperatures to rise, especially during midday hours. Dress in lightweight, breathable clothing to stay comfortable.

  • Sun Protection: Don’t forget your sunblock, sunglasses, and a wide-brimmed hat or cap.

  • Hydration: Bring plenty of water to stay hydrated throughout the tour.

  • Tours in April, May, & November will meet at North station and travel to Salem from Boston by MBTA rail instead of the ferry.

  • Sun - Thu tours only: Entrance to the Salem Witch Museum

  • Fri & Sat tours only: Entrance to Real Pirates

Cancellation Policy

    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.

Redemption information

    Mobile tickets will be accepted.

Pricing

SEASONAL PRICING FOR SALEM WITCHES DAY TOUR VALID FROM APR 1ST UNTIL SEP 14TH & FROM NOV 1ST UNTIL NOV 30TH 2025

Adult: (15-99 years)
$129.00
Child: (2-14 years)
$129.00
Infant: (0-1 years)
$0.00

SEASONAL PRICING FOR SALEM WITCHES DAY TOUR VALID FROM SEP 15TH UNTIL OCT 31ST 2025

Adult: (15-99 years)
$145.00
Child: (2-14 years)
$145.00
Infant: (0-1 years)
$0.00
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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.

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