Salem and Witchcraft Historical Walking Tour
Overview
The tryals have left a footprint on Salem, and the world, that still echo 331 years later. Join us on our 90min walking tour as we visit historic locations and lay the groundwork to explore and unpack what happened in Salem in 1692. Shedding light on how a community driven by fear and led by religious ideology and zealotus extremism, executed 20 innocent people. We invite you to be part of our story and learn why true history is Better Than Fiction. -All tour guides are licensed by the City of Salem and are professional storytellers .
Inclusions
- 90 min Witch Trials Walking Tour
- Stopping at historic sites in Salem with ties to the trials and ending in the Witch Trial Memoral.
- All tours are lead by professional storytellers
- All guides are licensed by the city of Salem
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Salem Old Town Hall, 32 Derby Sq, Salem, MA 01970-3704
A historic building in its own rite, as well as a filming location for the classic Halloween movie, Hocus Pocus. A fitting location for the start of the tour.
Note: We'll stop at this location, we don't go inside.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: John Ward House, 9 Brown St, Salem, MA 01970-3810
Historic location. 330 years ago this is where the house of Sheriff Corwin, the High Sheriff of Essex county stood. In the scope of the trials he acts as the warrant issuer, interrogator, and torturer, amongst others.
Note: We'll stop at this location, we don't go inside.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Rockafellas Restaurant, 231 Essex St, Salem, MA 01970, USA
Historic Location. This was the site of the First Church of Salem, as well as the city meeting house in 1692.
Note: We'll stop at this location, we don't go inside.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: 93 Washington St, Salem, MA 01970, USA
Long since torn down, in the road adjacent to this location is where the Salem Courthouse once stood. Where the trials themselves took place.
Note: We'll stop at this location, we don't go inside.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Turner’s Seafood at Lyceum Hall, 43 Church St, Salem, MA 01970, USA
Historic Location. The Old Lyceum Hall, now Turners Seafood restaurant is on land once owned by Bridget Bishop, the first person executed in the scope of the Salem Witchcraft trials.
Note: We'll stop at this attraction, no admission included
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: 10 Federal St, Salem, MA 01970, USA
Historic Location. Near the site of the Old Salem Goal (Jail), this is where the accused spent months awaiting trials in conditions that were radically inhumane.
Note: We'll stop at this location, we don't go inside.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Salem Witch Trials Memorial, Liberty Street Off Charter Street, Salem, MA 01970
Historic Location. Those who were executed in 1692 were not given any formal burial. this memorial, dedicated in 1993, is what we have today to now pay our respects to those who lost their lives in the Salem Witchcraft Trials.
Note: We'll stop at this location, we don't go inside.
Duration: 10 minutes
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Salem Old Town Hall, 32 Derby Sq, Salem, MA 01970-3704
A historic building in its own rite, as well as a filming location for the classic Halloween movie, Hocus Pocus. A fitting location for the start of the tour.
Note: We'll stop at this location, we don't go inside.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: John Ward House, 9 Brown St, Salem, MA 01970-3810
Historic location. 330 years ago this is where the house of Sheriff Corwin, the High Sheriff of Essex county stood. In the scope of the trials he acts as the warrant issuer, interrogator, and torturer, amongst others.
Note: We'll stop at this location, we don't go inside.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Rockafellas Restaurant, 231 Essex St, Salem, MA 01970, USA
Historic Location. This was the site of the First Church of Salem, as well as the city meeting house in 1692.
Note: We'll stop at this location, we don't go inside.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: 93 Washington St, Salem, MA 01970, USA
Long since torn down, in the road adjacent to this location is where the Salem Courthouse once stood. Where the trials themselves took place.
Note: We'll stop at this location, we don't go inside.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Turner’s Seafood at Lyceum Hall, 43 Church St, Salem, MA 01970, USA
Historic Location. The Old Lyceum Hall, now Turners Seafood restaurant is on land once owned by Bridget Bishop, the first person executed in the scope of the Salem Witchcraft trials.
Note: We'll stop at this attraction, no admission included
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: 10 Federal St, Salem, MA 01970, USA
Historic Location. Near the site of the Old Salem Goal (Jail), this is where the accused spent months awaiting trials in conditions that were radically inhumane.
Note: We'll stop at this location, we don't go inside.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Salem Witch Trials Memorial, Liberty Street Off Charter Street, Salem, MA 01970
Historic Location. Those who were executed in 1692 were not given any formal burial. this memorial, dedicated in 1993, is what we have today to now pay our respects to those who lost their lives in the Salem Witchcraft Trials.
Note: We'll stop at this location, we don't go inside.
Duration: 10 minutes
Additional information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- Note: This is just a walking tour, there's no admission included and we'll just stop at attractions listed
- BTF Tours abides by all local and CDC COVID guidelines.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 44 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
Amanda_P
October 2021
The tour guide was friendly, entertaining, & very knowledgeable of the history. I like how we went to the landmarks of the events that took place while he told us about the corresponding event.
The tour guide was friendly, entertaining, & very knowledgeable of the history. I like how we went to the landmarks of the events that took place while he told us about the corresponding event.melodiet73
April 2022
Our Guide Jeff was the BEST! Highly recommend! He was very knowledgeable on the History and even put some Laughter in the Stories. A 2 Hour Tour of City was a great and enjoyable experience. Another funny part is he dresses the part so well and even carries his briefcase, which adds a little come...
Our Guide Jeff was the BEST! Highly recommend! He was very knowledgeable on the History and even put some Laughter in the Stories. A 2 Hour Tour of City was a great and enjoyable experience. Another funny part is he dresses the part so well and even carries his briefcase, which adds a little comedy to the mix. We will definitely return again !Q8735AIkarenm
April 2022
It was really interesting to learn the in-depth history and background around the Salem Witch Trials, and Jeff is a wonderful storyteller!
It was really interesting to learn the in-depth history and background around the Salem Witch Trials, and Jeff is a wonderful storyteller!Delilah_P
April 2022
We wanted to geek about Salem witch trials history and our guide had all the facts! It went by so fast and the story telling was really engaging.
We wanted to geek about Salem witch trials history and our guide had all the facts! It went by so fast and the story telling was really engaging.840matthewq
April 2022
In Boston for the marathon and had only a brief time to visit Salem and learn as much as possible about Salem and the events leading to the infamous Witch Trials. Jeff did not disappoint. Offered context on the life experience for an individual living there in the 17th Century, was well informe...
In Boston for the marathon and had only a brief time to visit Salem and learn as much as possible about Salem and the events leading to the infamous Witch Trials. Jeff did not disappoint. Offered context on the life experience for an individual living there in the 17th Century, was well informed, and had a very congenial personality. This was the best historical narrative I have heard since visiting Williamsburg, VA. Would recommend to anyone who is looking for the rest of the story beyond what you think you already know.Samantha_G
November 2021
Paige was our guide. She was excellent. Very funny. Very informative and she kept us on our toes, literally. We walked so much but saw so much of Salem even if it’s a little city. Would definitely do a tour again!
Paige was our guide. She was excellent. Very funny. Very informative and she kept us on our toes, literally. We walked so much but saw so much of Salem even if it’s a little city. Would definitely do a tour again!