Salem Full Day Private Tour from Boston

Enjoy a private pickup and ride to historic Salem with your guide. Walk the streets where hysteria once ruled, and learn about the Puritan past that shaped daily life in early New England. Uncover the tragic history of the witch trials during a visit to the moving Witch Trials Memorial. Discover Salem's prosperity during the "Old China Trade," when ships sailed to Asia and returned with exotic goods like silk and porcelain, making it one of the wealthiest towns in the early United States and home to the country's first millionaire. See how this era shaped the city beyond the witch trials with a visit to the Salem Maritime National Historic Site. You'll have 1.5 hours of free time to grab lunch and browse for souvenirs, from classic mementos to mystical finds like tarot decks and potion ingredients. Afterward, we'll continue exploring Salem's landmarks before your private ride returns you to Boston.

1. 1

   Salem

   45 min

   Drive to Salem from Boston

2. 2

   Stop 2

   15 min

   Get situated, use the restroom, and get your first glimpse of Salem!

3. 3

   Salem Common

   20 min

   At the Salem Common, stop by the Roger Conant Statue and learn about early settlers.

4. 4

   Salem Witch Museum

   Pass by

   Across the street, view the Salem Witch Museum as the Salem Witch Trials are introduced.

5. 5

   Salem Maritime National Historic Site

   15 min

   See Salem's historic maritime district, home to America's first millionaire. Learn about the gilded age of Salem's trade.

6. 6

   Stop 6

   15 min

   Stand on the historic Derby Wharf while looking out at the picturesque Salem harbor. Learn how Salem became the richest town in the country by being a key player in a global trade empire.

7. 7

   The Custom House

   Pass by

   See the beautiful Custom House overlooking Derby Wharf with a carved eagle looking out into the Salem Harbor. Optional self-guided tour of the Custom House on days it is open.

8. 8

   Salem Witch Trials Memorial

   40 min

   Hear the true story of the Salem Witch Trials. Learn about who the victims were, why and how they ended up there, and more.

9. 9

   Charter Street Cemetery

   15 min

   See the oldest cemetery in Salem, where some of its earliest settlers are buried.

10. 10

    Stop 10

    50 min

    The tour goes inside either the Real Pirates Museum OR the Peabody Essex Museum, based on each museum's open hours. On days when both museums are open, the guests decide which museum to visit.

11. 11

    Peabody Essex Museum

    Pass by

    The tour goes inside either the Peabody Essex Museum OR the Real Pirates Museum, based on each museum's open hours. On days when both museums are open, the guests decide which museum to visit.

12. 12

    Salem

    1.5 hours

    Break for lunch and souvenir shopping.

13. 13

    Stop 13

    10 min

    Learn about Harry Houdini's famous escape from the town jail.

14. 14

    Salem Old Town Hall

    5 min

    Old Town Hall is a beautiful federal style building built in 1816, located in the historic heart of downtown Salem. The two-story brick building features Palladian windows, carved wood details, antique chandeliers, decorative columns, hardwood floors.

15. 15

    Stop 15

    5 min

    Learn about Salem's most famous ghost, the Blue Lady.

16. 16

    Bewitched Statue of Elizabeth Montgomery

    10 min

    Learn how a fire at a television studio helped put Salem on the map!

17. 17

    The Witch House at Salem

    25 min

    Go inside the Witch House, built in 1642. Judge Corwin of the Witch Trials once lived in this very home. Learn all about the Corwin Curse!

18. 18

    Ropes Mansion and Garden

    15 min

    See the historic, 1700s-era mansion used in the filming of Hocus Pocus. Learn about the famous ghosts who haunt the building.

19. 19

    Stop 19

    30 min

    Hop back into the car. Drive on Salem's prestigious mansion-lined Chestnut Street. Learn stories of the wealthy mansions lining the street, built from the prosperous "Old China" trade.

20. 20

    Hamilton Hall

    5 min

    Stop by "America's First Red Carpet," at this dance hall named for the founding father.

21. 21

    Proctor's Ledge Memorial

    10 min

    See where the hangings during the Witch Trials actually took place.

22. 22

    Boston

    1 hour

    Ride in comfort back to Boston and get dropped off at your hotel!

• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• Luggage - note that luggage will decrease vehicle capacity. If you have luggage, please let us know in your booking comments so we can confirm we will be able to safely handle it.
• Note that per Massachusetts state law: "All children riding in passenger motor vehicles must be in a federally approved child passenger restraint that is properly fastened and secured according to the manufacturer's instructions until they are 8 years old OR over 57 inches tall." We do not provide child seats, please bring age appropriate car seats for kids who do not meet these criteria. We will not be able to do the tour if you do not have child seats for everyone that needs one. A refund will not be issued the day of the tour due to lack of proper car seats. All children must be registered as separate tour guests.
• Pets are not allowed. Service animals trained to assist with specific tasks are allowed.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.