Ultimate Historic Salem and Witch Trials Self-Guided Walking Tour
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Self-Guided Experience
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Duration 1-2 hours
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Available in English & Spanish
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Offline maps included
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Access for one year
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Hands-free audio narration
Explore the dark history of Salem with a self-guided walking tour, featuring engaging audio stories and offline maps for ultimate convenience.
Featured Reviews
Included
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Easy-to-use app: download action’s tour guide app onto your phone
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Engaging storytelling: uncover unique tales and thrilling history for a memorable journey!
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Perfect narrator: nothing can beat listening to a great voice. proven with tons of rave reviews!
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Offline maps: no signal, no problem! works perfectly without cellular or wifi.
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Comprehensive route and stops: see it all, miss nothing, leave no stone unturned!
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Go at your own pace: start anytime, pause anywhere, enjoy breaks for snacks and photos freely!
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Learn more: dive deeper into any story you enjoyed with extra stories.
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Hands-free: audio stories play on their own based on your location. easy to use!
Excluded
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Attraction passes, entry tickets, or reservations
Explore the dark history of Salem with a self-guided walking tour, featuring engaging audio stories and offline maps for ultimate convenience.
Highlights
- Explore Salem's dark and grim history
- Visit the sites related to the infamous Witch Trials
- Experience a self-guided, GPS-enabled tour
- Discover the burial grounds of witch trial victims
- Learn about Salem's founding and famous authors
Meeting Point
After booking, search your email for "Set up your self-guided tour now." Follow instructions NOW with Wi-Fi/data. Don't wait until onsite. What to bring: Charged smartphone, Power Bank, Headphones, & downloaded tour app.
1 New Liberty St, Salem, MA 01970 , United States
What to expect
Old Burying Point Cemetery
Up next is the graveyard where most of the witch trial victims are buried. Ironically, this is also the final resting place of the chief investigator during those trials, who directly caused many deaths Note: This 4+ mile-long tour covers the essentials of Salem in 1-2 hours. Buy once, use for one year! Ideal for extended visits and return trips over the next 12 months.
John Ward House
At the Joshua Ward House, up next, you'll get a glimpse of what remains of the residence once belonging to Sheriff George Corwin, who signed the arrest and execution warrants of those accused of witchcraft
Saint Peter's Episcopal Church
After that, you'll arrive at St Peter's Episcopal Church, which sits on land the town confiscated after the owners, accused of witchcraft, skipped town
The Burying Point
The Salem Witch Trials are typically associated with women and girls. ... Corey was buried in an unmarked grave in what is now the Howard Street Cemetery, ... on his ghost's bad side, consider joining us on our journey through historic Salem.
Roger Conant Statue
Then you'll pass by an impressive statue of Roger Conant, Salem's founder and first governor, as well as the Witch Museum, filled with all sorts of deep-dive info about the trials and the surrounding mass hysteria
Broad Street Cemetery
Another detour brings you to the Broad Street Cemetery, where Sheriff Corwin ended up after suffering a mysterious heart attack
Hamilton Hall
Then you'll see Hamilton Hall, a venue which has hosted esteemed figures like Alexander Hamilton, FDR, and the Marquis de Lafayette
Nathanial Hawthorne Statue
Literature fans won't want to miss the Nathaniel Hawthorne statue, dedicated to one of America's greatest authors
Nathaniel Hawthorne Birthplace
You can also visit the birthplace of famous author Nathaniel Hawthorne, which has been preserved in its original condition
The experience can be subject to change due to bad weather or unforseen circumstances. We always endeavour to give you the best possible experience.
Additional Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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How to access: Once you book a tour, you’ll get a confirmation email and text with instructions: • Download the separate tour app by Action • Enter the password • Download the tour MUST DO while in strong wifi/cellular Works offline after download
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How to start touring: Open Action’s separate audio tour guide app once onsite. • If there is just one tour, launch it. • If multiple tour versions exist, launch the one with your planned starting point and direction.
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Go to the starting point No one will meet you at the start. This tour is self-guided Enter the first story’s point and the audio will begin automatically Follow the audio cues to the next story, which will also play automatically. Enjoy hands-free exploring. If you face audio issues, contact support. Stick to the tour route & speed limit for the best experience.
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Travel worry-free: Use the tour app anytime, on any day, and over multiple days. Start and pause the tour whenever you like, taking breaks and exploring side excursions at your own pace. Skip anything you don’t care about or explore bonus content for everything that interests you
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Savings tips: Walking tours: couples can share one tour by splitting headphones
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Buy once, use for one year! Ideal for extended visits and return trips over the next 12 months.
What our experts say
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Start early to avoid crowds.
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Bring headphones for better audio.
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Visit the Witch Museum after the tour.
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Check local dining options on Essex St.
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Wear comfortable shoes for walking.
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