Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour of Salem’s Witch Trials

Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour of Salem’s Witch Trials

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Free cancellation available
2h 30m
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Multiple languages

Overview

Explore the haunting history of Salem with a self-guided walking tour that focuses on the notorious witch trials.

Visit significant sites like Howard Street Cemetery, the Old Salem Jail, and the Witch Trials Memorial, gaining insight into the events that shaped the community.

With GPS-triggered audio, you’ll learn about key figures such as Judge John Hathorne and reflect at Proctor’s Ledge, the site of executions.

This tour allows you to immerse yourself in Salem's past at your own pace, making stops at museums and gardens for a deeper understanding of this pivotal moment in history.

— Self-guided audio tour exploring Salem's infamous witch trials
— Visit key historical sites like the Witch Trials Memorial and Proctor’s Ledge
— GPS-triggered audio provides context and stories behind the events
— Enjoy the freedom to explore at your own pace

Activity location

Broad Street Cemetery
- Broad St.
- 01970, Salem, Massachusetts, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

28 Howard St
- 28 Howard Street
- 01970, Salem, Massachusetts, United States

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Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour of Salem’s Witch Trials

2h 30m
English

Travellers

Languages available

Starting time: 08:00

Price details

€8.72 x 1 Adult€8.72

Total

What's included, what's not

Flexible Usage (unlimited access)
Audio Guide
App and Tour Download
Smartphone (bring your own)

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Public transport options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Works entirely offline once downloaded—no cell service required
GPS-triggered audio plays automatically based on your location
Flexible - Buy once, use any day/time—access never expires
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In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.

Activity itinerary

Broad Street Cemetery

One of Salem’s oldest burial grounds, this quiet cemetery holds the graves of Jonathan and George Corwin—two figures closely tied to the witch trials. Its weathered stones offer a rare glimpse into the people and power structures that shaped 1692.

John Ward House (Pass by)

Built in 1684, this First Period home reveals what everyday life looked like in early colonial Salem. Its simple lines and timber frame tell the storey of a growing town navigating faith, fear, and survival.

Proctor's Ledge Memorial

This solemn memorial marks the confirmed site where 19 accused witches were executed in 1692. Its minimalist design encourages quiet reflection on the human cost of hysteria.

Salem Witch Museum (Pass by)

Through immersive exhibits and dramatic presentations, the museum introduces visitors to the events and legacy of the trials. It provides an accessible foundation for understanding how fear and belief collided here.

Salem Witch Trials Memorial

Set beside one of the city’s oldest cemeteries, this memorial honours the victims with powerful simplicity. Its engraved benches and contemplative space give voice to those once silenced.

Salem Old Town Hall

Dating to 1816, this Federal-style landmark has long served as a hub of civic life and community gatherings. Today, it stands as a reminder of Salem’s evolution beyond its Puritan past.

Bewitched Statue of Elizabeth Montgomery

This whimsical statue of Samantha from Bewitched celebrates Salem’s surprising role in pop culture. It’s a lighthearted contrast to the city’s heavy history and a favourite photo stop for visitors.

Witch House (Pass by)

Once home to Judge Jonathan Corwin, this is the only standing structure in Salem with direct ties to the witch trials. Inside and out, it preserves the atmosphere of a world ruled by strict belief and uncertainty.

Ropes Mansion and Garden (Pass by)

This elegant Georgian home—famous from Hocus Pocus—showcases the wealth and artistry of Salem’s later maritime era. Its lush gardens provide a peaceful break amid the city’s busy streets.

Old Burying Point Cemetery

Founded in 1637, this is one of the oldest cemeteries in the United States. Here rests Judge John Hathorne, a key figure in the trials and the ancestor of author Nathaniel Hawthorne.

First Church in Salem

The congregation traces its origins to 1629, making it one of America’s earliest. This spot highlights the deep religious roots that shaped daily life—and the judgements—of colonial Salem.

Howard Street Cemetery

This quiet cemetery stands near the site where Giles Corey met his brutal fate during the trials. Nearby, the old jail once held many accused, its walls echoing stories of fear and resilience.

Nathanial Hawthorne Statue

This bronze statue honours Salem’s most famous author, whose works grappled with guilt, memory, and the shadows of the past. It stands near the waterfront that inspired much of his writing.

John Ward House

Built atop the former home of Sheriff George Corwin, this 18th-century mansion blends elegant architecture with layered local legend. Its history bridges Salem’s maritime rise and its darker earlier chapters.

Gedney House (Pass by)

This 1665 structure reveals centuries of architectural change through its exposed beams and evolving layout. Walking past it feels like tracing Salem’s transformation from a frontier settlement to a thriving port.

Location

Activity location

Broad Street Cemetery
- Broad St.
- 01970, Salem, Massachusetts, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

28 Howard St
- 28 Howard Street
- 01970, Salem, Massachusetts, United States

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