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    Salem, MA Scavenger Hunt

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    Salem, MA

    Our very unique, immersive adventures are the only ones of their kind. We, unlike other companies, provide your very own remote, interactive, live host to assist and encourage you along through your phone. We are an Austin, TX-based global custom event design company offering scavenger hunts and other events in 300+ cities in North America and beyond. Our specially hand-crafted adventures are equal parts tour, creative challenge, detective hunt, and social experiment! Guests get to discover in an alternate reality our favorite hidden gems off the beaten trail and creatively interpret fun art, history, and culture clues - for points! They get to enjoy fame and glory while appearing on our website’s international leaderboard, no matter what their score. They get to essentially race other teams in other cities, even if they don’t have competitors who have signed up in their city that day. Get ready to discover unusual oddities, laugh out loud, and make the experience your own!

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    All ages

    $29

    Salem Vintage Postcard Tours

    4.9 (8)

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    Salem, MA

    Experience Salem's magic, mystery, history, and hauntings by traveling through time with 100-year-old postcards. Join a real Salem Witch on this fun walk through Salem's unique past.

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    6+ years

    $25

    Salem History & Haunt Walking Tour

    4.7 (80)

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    Salem, MA

    Step into the shadows of Salem’s past on this group tour that dives deep into the dark legends and chilling true stories of the infamous Witch Trials of 1692. Walk the very streets where fear took hold, and uncover the eerie truths behind one of the most notorious chapters in Colonial America. Along the way, hear ghost stories, strange happenings, and tales that still haunt the city today. Led by passionate local guides—not actors with scripts—each tour is personal, immersive, and unforgettable, offering an up-close look at Salem’s most iconic and haunted sites.

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    All ages

    $30

    The Ghost Walk. Tortured Souls of Salem

    4.7 (7)

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    Salem, MA

    Explore the darker side of Salem, Massachusetts, and uncover the city's most haunted and infamous locations, including notorious houses, hotels, and restaurants with gruesome histories of murder. Discover the lingering spirits of famous individuals. Learn about many famous haunted homes, restaurants, and hotels that our charming city has to offer. "The lady in blue whispers secrets of the past, her haunting presence reminding us that some stories are never truly buried."

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    5+ years

    $35

    Spooky Ramen Comedy Walking Tour

    5.0 (1)

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    Salem, MA

    All tour guides are entertaining local comedians that will bring you laughter AND history on your Spooky Ramen Tours experience. They are all Salem certified tour guides and brings both history with humor on the tour - a perfect combination for your Salem trip. All ages enjoy this tour (families, couples, single travelers) and they provide a custom experience to all including walking to other locations after the tour. and KIDS FREE!

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    1+ years

    $22

    Salem Merchants and Mansions Guided Architecture Walking Tour

    5.0 (19)

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    Salem, MA

    All ages Spring/summer only Merchants & Mansions Architecture Tour Salem has one of the most naturally varied collections of historic structures in the country, spanning nearly 400 years. Come learn about how the inhabitants of Salem have kept their city comfortable, livable, and beautiful for centuries! From First Period to Georgian, Federal to Brutalist, Salem has some of everything. Your guide will wind you through the cobblestoned streets, discovering hidden gems, and viewing dozens of historic buildings and structures, as well as learning the fascinating stories behind them, from Salem's days as the wealthiest city in the country in the 18th century, to the great fire that nearly destroyed it all! Tours run RAIN or SHINE. We do NOT cancel for weather. For a full refund, you must cancel 24 hours prior.

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    All ages

    $36

    Tales of Salem Halloween Guided Walking Tour

    4.5 (2)

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    Salem, MA

    The Halloween tour is unique because you get to visit Salem and receive historical information not just on Salem, but the popular holiday itself. Salem is a Halloween city, and some would even say it's the Halloween capital. Many people enjoy coming to Salem during October to celebrate Halloween. This tour allows visitors to come to Salem anytime during the touring season to learn about both. Don't miss the opportunity to learn about your favorite holiday and how important it is to the city of Salem. Get the full experience of Halloween with Tales of Salem: Halloween Tours!

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    1+ years

    $30

    Real Pirates Salem Museum with Guided Directors Tour

    4.7 (46)

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    Salem, MA

    What you see in Real Pirates is an authentic true story of the riches pirate ever Sam Bellamy. You will see real pirate artifacts and treasure. You will also see parts of the real shipwreck of the Whydah, his famed pirate ship. You will get a small group tour of the museum with one of our directors or docents. Over 2000 5-star reviews!

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    3+ years

    $30

    A Ghost Hunting Tour Specters and Apparitions in Salem

    4.8 (30)

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    Salem, MA

    Have you ever been curious about the spirit world? Or are you a ghost denier? This 90 minute tour may change your mind! This tour dives into Salem’s paranormal activity using professional ghost-hunting equipment. We visit some of the most haunted locations in Salem on a journey to connect with the spiritual world. Our experts guides will instruct and offer techniques to seek out the spirits who haven’t departed yet from Salem. You may catch a glimpse of a ghost peering through the windows at you. You may hear voices. Or you may catch an anomaly with a photo/video on your cell phone with something quite peculiar or unexplainable. Come take a tour in search of the spirits of Salem!. ***We cannot guarantee ghost sightings unusual phenomena or paranormal activity of any kind. Results may vary. ***We required to hold one driver's license or state issued ID per group in order to use ghost hunting equipment. It will be returned upon receipt of equipment return**

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    10+ years

    $36

    History and Hauntings of Salem Guided Walking Tour

    4.9 (14515)

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    Salem, MA

    Come and explore the rich, mysterious history of one of New England's most loved destinations Salem, Massachusetts. This ~2 hour walking tour brings to life the true story of Salem's storied past. We are a diverse groups of historians, teachers, professional artists whose passion for Salem's history is truly engaging. You will learn about Salem's rich past as a world-class seaport, hear hauntedly chilling tales of the supernatural, visit one of the most beautiful streets in America and learn of three hundred years of architecture, and find out the truth about the 1692 Salem Witch Trials hysteria. You will leave Salem wanting to plan your next trip back! Come and see why this the *only* tour you need while in Salem. Dog friendly! Handicap accessible! Tours run RAIN or SHINE. We do NOT cancel for weather. No refunds for no-shows or for weather. ***Please note, we book up to 40 people per tour***

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    All ages

    $36

    Wicked Awesome Tours: Witch Trial History and Salem Haunts!

    4.8 (1020)

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    Salem, MA

    Travel back in time to 1692 as we experience the Salem Witch Trials. Learn about the victims, the accusers, and the culprits who took part in one of the first and most famous scandals in our nation's history! Visit the actual locations where the historic events took place. Then, learn of Salem's hauntings while exploring spooky buildings, cemeteries, hotels, and former jails. We also dive into Salem's history of war, piracy, business, Hocus Pocus movie locations, and humorous tales of a city almost 400 years old. Our guides are passionate about the history and experienced story tellers. The tour is 1 hour in length and goes regardless of weather.

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    5+ years

    $28

    Sailing on Historic Schooner Yacht in Salem, MA

    4.9 (172)

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    Salem, MA

    Set Sail in beautiful Salem, Massachusetts on an incredible and historic schooner yacht. Experience the majesty aboard John G. Alden's personal schooner yacht Malabar X. Winner of the 1930 and 1932 Newport to Bermuda race and open to the public and available in Salem for the first time in her history, don't miss out on your chance to sail into the past on the beautifully restored classic yacht. Our 2 hour Salem harbor sails includes soft drinks and bottled water. Craft can cocktails, beer and wine available for purchase onboard! Sit back and relax or lend a hand with the sails! This activity is good for all ages.

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    3+ years

    $55

    Salem's Best Ghost Tour

    4.6 (4180)

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    Salem, MA

    Salem Night Tour is 'The Witch City's' BEST nightly tour since 2006! A compelling experience, led by locals with a flair for the history and haunts of Salem. Are guides are expert story tellers and are never scripted! Join the 75-90 minute adventure as a local guide leads the way through legends, ghost stories, history, and the infamous hysteria of 1692 — the Salem Witch Trials. This is a comfortably paced outdoor walking tour of downtown Salem, so please dress accordingly. The tour is largely attended and reservations are strongly suggested.

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    All ages

    $30

    Salem Movie Magic Tour: Hocus Pocus and Bewitched locations

    4.5 (34)

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    Salem, MA

    We begin our tour at the restaurant Tipsy Cowboy. We will watch clips from Hocus Pocus, the Bewitched episode in Salem, and Hubie Halloween while enjoying a meal. And then we will visit the amazing locations themselves. Relive the Magic Where the Sanderson Sisters Once Roamed! Step into the spellbinding world of Hocus Pocus on this unforgettable walking tour through historic Salem, Massachusetts — the very town where the cult-classic Halloween movie was filmed! Whether you're a lifelong fan or discovering the magic for the first time, this tour will transport you straight into the scenes of the beloved 1993 film. Then our journey celebrates the classic 1960s sitcom Bewitched, spotlighting the episodes filmed right here in Salem. Along the way, your knowledgeable guide will share behind-the-scenes trivia, fun facts about the film's production, and insights into Salem’s real witchy history. Costumes encouraged and photo ops galore! We look forward to seeing you in Salem.

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    6+ years

    $43

    Ghosts of Christmas Past a Haunted Holiday Stroll in Salem

    5.0 (6)

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    Salem, MA

    “Ghosts of Christmas Past”: a Haunted Holiday Stroll Uncover Salem’s fascinating and ghostly holiday history, from strict Puritan bans on Christmas making it illegal even to celebrate, to Victorian Holiday ghost stories originally told around the fireside. With warm Yuletide cheer, we examine ancient customs of Yule and other Pagan winter solstice traditions of Krampus, Frau Perchten “the Christmas Witch”, and Mary Lwyd! Spend your holiday season with us for a storytelling experience you’ll never forget.

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    All ages

    $35

    Hauntings, History and Legends Tour in Salem

    5.0 (19)

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    Salem, MA

    A real crowd pleaser with something for everyone! Learn about the Witch Trials. Hear the paranormal activity associated with every beautiful building and event - but then, experience other surprising chapters of Salem's history - did you know Salem helped kick off the U.S. Revolution? Did you know Houdini escaped from one of our buildings? Come learn Salem's secrets! THIS TOUR BOOKS UP FAST, BUY TICKETS SOON! This is an outdoor walking tour.

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    All ages

    $25

    Salem and The Witch Trials

    4.9 (42)

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    Salem, MA

    400 years of history come alive in one of America's best award-winning historical walking tours! Join your guide: Salem native Jobian Day on an informative and entertaining adventure through downtown with a compelling and comprehensive retelling of the events in 1692 - while putting this notorious but often misunderstood event in the context of it's place in colonial and contemporary American history. Along the way, you will see locations where these events occurred as well as modern attractions and local recommendations- giving you not only a better knowledge of Salem's history- but the information to better navigate and enjoy your visit to the Witch City. Join us today on the tour that has delighted thousands- now in its third season in our new home at Wicked Awesome Tours!

    In-person

    6+ years

    $29

    Tales of Salem Candyland Tour

    4.0 (7)

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    Salem, MA

    The Candyland tour is unique because it is the only tour in Salem that explores the history of candy and the candy shops here in Salem. Salem is a Halloween city, and some would even say the Halloween capital. Candy plays an important role during Halloween and other holidays, so don't miss out on learning about the history of candy in the Halloween city of Salem.

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    1+ years

    $30

    1692 Salem Night Walking Tour

    4.9 (333)

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    Salem, MA

    Take a journey through 400 years of history with a local historian as your guide. Uncover the secrets of Witch City as we dive deep into the events surrounding the 1692 Salem Witch Trial. Are you ready to unlock the secrets of one of the darkest chapters in American history? Look no further than our immersive Salem Witch Trial Tour. We are beloved by tourists and Locals alike. With so many tours to choose from, look no further, do yourself a favor and book this tour! As you walk through Salem to visit historical sites, you will hear a jaw-dropping story covering Salem before the trials, what caused the witch hysteria, who were the judges and accusers, how residents responded to the accusations, who were the 20 victims, and how it all ended. HIGHLIGHTS: • Family Owned and Operated • Seasons storyteller and Local Historians with 10+ years of experience • Learn 400 years of Salem's rich history in one tour • Loved by locals and tourists alike!

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    1+ years

    $35

    Salem "Hocus Pocus" Movie Locations Tour (31st Anniversary)

    4.7 (664)

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    Salem, MA

    ***Please read the entire description before purchasing. Strenuous Long Walk and doesn’t end near start location *** Come celebrate Disney's blockbuster, Hocus Pocus! Starring Better Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker and Kathy Najimy, Hocus Pocus has become one of the most beloved movies. The majority of the movie was filmed in Salem in 1993. We will take you to 5 of the locations used in the filming. Along the way, you will also hear about the Salem Witch Trials, the maritime history, how we became the "Witch City", and more! *There is a considerable amount of walking (~3 miles) at a very fast pace. This walk can be very strenuous and is not recommended for those with the following: back, knee, or hip problems, respiratory, circulatory, cardiac issues or recent surgeries. Pioneer Village is a $5 optional fee (Seasonal only) ****The tour ends in a different location than the start - please plan accordingly. Transportation will not be provided by WCWT.

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    1+ years

    $52

    Kids' Ghost Tour of Salem

    5.0 (7)

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    Salem, MA

    Designed for ghost hunters age 7-13 and their families, explore the spooky side of Salem with this haunted evening ghost tour. Each stop includes a creepy tale, perfect for young adventurers eager to learn about the town's haunted history. As you stroll through the city, engage in ghost hunting and capture unforgettable moments with plenty of photo opportunities. This outdoor tour visits some of Salem's most haunted sites, ensuring a fun and memorable experience for children and their families. - Family-friendly ghost tour designed for kids aged 7 and up - Engage in ghost hunting while exploring Salem - Visit some of the most haunted sites - Capture spooky memories with plenty of photo opps

    In-person

    7+ years

    $20

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