Haunted Salem: Witch Trials & Ghosts Walking Tour

Duration
1-2 Hours
Audio Points
24
Tour Stops
15

About The Tour

Salem Self-Guided Walking Tour (Haunted History Route). Explore the dark history and eerie charm of Salem with a self-guided walking tour that brings the city’s most famous stories to life. Known for the Salem Witch Trials, Salem is filled with historic sites, haunted landmarks, and fascinating stories around every corner. With ...

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Salem Self-Guided Walking Tour (Haunted History Route). Explore the dark history and eerie charm of Salem with a self-guided walking tour that brings the city’s most famous stories to life. Known for the Salem Witch Trials, Salem is filled with historic sites, haunted landmarks, and fascinating stories around every corner.

With the Shaka Guide app, you’ll follow a guided walking route on your phone, making it easy to navigate from stop to stop—no need to rely on a separate map. As you walk, you'll listen to stories, directions, and local tips, so you can explore Salem at your own pace without missing anything.

Here are just a few of the top stops on the tour:

• Pay respects at the Salem Witch Trials Memorial, honoring the victims of 1692
• Walk through Charter Street Cemetery, Salem’s oldest burial ground
• Step inside the Witch House, directly tied to the trials
• Shop and stroll along Essex Street Pedestrian Mall
• Snap a photo with the Bewitched Statue

Whether you’re searching for a Salem self-guided walking tour, looking for an easy-to-follow Salem walking tour map, or planning the best things to do in Salem, this experience helps you explore with confidence—guided every step of the way.

Sample Tour Audio

Events Leading up to the Witch Trials
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Rockafellas is Haunted
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Walk to Hamilton Hall
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Tour Stops

Salem Armory Visitor Center
Peabody Essex Museum & Essex Street Pedestrial Mall
Daniel Low Building First Meetinghouse
Rockafellas
Bewitched Sculpture and Lappin Park
Ropes Mansion and Garden
Hamilton Hall
The Witch House
The Witch Dungeon Museum
The Court of Oyer and Terminer
The Merchant Hotel
Old Town Hall
Charter Street Cemetery
Salem Witch Trials Memorial

Tour Route


Customer Reviews

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Tried the Grand Teton National Park tour instead of paying for a guided trip. I was hoping to get some ideas on where to go and a route for the day but I got so much more! The app is really well designed. Although it does not work with Android Auto, the audio was sufficient to guide us from one destination to the next. We really enjoyed the stories that went along with each of the stops. some were historical, some were scientific, all were entertaining.

L Scott | 1 day ago | Android

only reason it isn't 5 stars is because it did not have android auto integration and the music quality was very low. It was otherwise perfect. extremely helpful. Great, relaxing tunes for the drive even if they were low quality. the guide was informative and interesting. directions were pretty good, though I would have loved seeing the app on the screen in the car. It was worth every penny though.

Brian Caples | 2 days ago | Android

Used Shaka tours to experience all of Maui. It was amazing! I highly recommend!

George Ronkette | 2 days ago | Android

New treasures found!

We’ve been to Kauai many times and thought we knew it well. The Shaka guided tours took us to new sites and gave us very interesting Hawaiian history along the way. We love the ability to go at our own pace, spending more or less time at locations vs the schedules of much higher priced guided bus tours. We have the Kauai bundle as well as tours covering all of Oahu and the Maui Road to Hanna. 5 stars for customer service as well. We had an issue with the download to a second, backup phone. I chatted from the app and had immediate contact with a real person. Solved in 2 minutes. Thank you Shaka!!

Pono Kai couple | 2 days ago | iOS

Great audio guide

Loved using it on my trip to maui

Roaring Warrior | 2 days ago | iOS

So great!

So informative and helpful to make the drive come alive!

liligal12 | 3 days ago | iOS

Great tool

Really enjoyed using the app. The developers truly care that your experience is perfect. A must have if driving these roads without a guide or personal driver.

On the road again27 | 3 days ago | iOS

best tour guide app by far

I have used shaka guide for 3 national parks and the road to hana in maui. Most of my favorite stops and attractions from the tours are places i would have never found without Shaka Guide. I recommend this to everybody i meet during the tours, and now i’m recommending it to you…. it’s so worth it.

Autumn730 | 3 days ago | iOS

recommend! super amazing ! literally felt the guide was with us the whole time! even when I thought I had turn the guide off , it popped up and started talking when we hit the spots lol 😆 totally worth the spend!

Yorleny Moreno | 4 days ago | Android

Great service

Very easy to follow and easy to understand. Learned a lot from it about the Island and more

Deecaf183 | 4 days ago | iOS

What is the history of the Salem Witch Trials?

The Salem Witch Trials took place in 1692 and led to the execution of 20 people accused of witchcraft. The hysteria began after several young girls claimed to be afflicted by witches. Today, Salem remembers this dark past through memorials and mus...

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What is Salem, Massachusetts, known for in historic architecture?

Salem features Federal, Georgian, and Colonial-style buildings dating back to the 17th and 18th centuries. The McIntire Historic District highlights the work of architect Samuel McIntire. Visitors can walk through well-preserved neighborhoods line...

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What unique museums can you visit in Salem, Massachusetts?

Salem is home to several unique museums like the Peabody Essex Museum, Witch Dungeon Museum, and the Salem Witch Museum. These attractions blend art, maritime history, and witch trial history. Many offer interactive exhibits and theatrical present...

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What is an Audio Tour Guide?

Think of us as your personal tour guide in an app. Our tours provide everything a guided tour does, but with the freedom to explore on your terms. Here's how it works:

  • GPS triggers audio narration to play automatically as you drive or walk.
  • Listen to stories, get local insights, visit must-see stops and get turn-by-turn navigation.
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Tour FAQs

Where does the Haunted Salem Walking Tour go?
This tour has 15 stops. Check out the itinerary here for a complete list of stops, and if you’re looking for more information to help plan your trip, Here’s What You Need To Know Before You Go!
What should I pack for the Haunted Salem Walking Tour?
Sun protection (sunscreen, hat)Comfortable, supportive, broken-in walking shoes A phone charging cable for outlets at cafes or hotel lobbies to boost your battery lifeA backup phone batteryA jacket/layers for cooler or windy days
What should I budget for the Haunted Salem Walking Tour?
The Ropes Mansion$15 to enter, or $5 to enter if you've already purchased a ticket to the Peabody Essex Museum.The Witch House$12 per adult$10 per senior$8 for children ages 6-14The Witch Dungeon Museum$13 for adults$12 for seniors$10 for children 4 - 13Old Town Hall: $4 per person
What are the park hours for the Haunted Salem Walking Tour?
The tour stops have seasonal hours of operation. The site’s facilities and restaurants also have varying hours of operation.Salem Armory Visitor Center: Daily 9:30 am - 4:30 pm

Peabody Essex Museum & Essex Street Pedestrial Mall: 10 am - 5 pm, closed some weekdays

The Ropes Mansion: Self-guided tours on Saturdays and Sundays with timed entries available. Last entry of the day is at 3:15 pm.

Hamilton Hall: Typically Monday through Friday from 10 am - 2 pm.

The Witch House: Hours vary, but typically 10 am - 5 pm for self-guided tours. Off-season, it's only open Thursdays through Sundays Noon - 4 pm, but check before you go. 

The Witch Dungeon Museum: Open daily April 1 - Nov. 30 from 10 am - 5 pm

Old Town Hall: Currently being renovated so check the website to see when it will be open for visitors. When it is open, it operates on typical city office hours.

Charter Street Cemetery: Open year-round, but hours vary. In the high season, it's open 10 am - 5 pm daily.
Can I take the Haunted Salem Walking Tour in the opposite direction?
The Haunted Salem Walking Tour runs along a set path in one direction only, so it can’t be taken in reverse. To get the complete experience, we recommend joining the tour at the official starting point and following it as intended.
Can I join the Haunted Salem Walking Tour along the route?
Yes, you can join along the route, but you will miss some stops and storytelling.
Other Questions? Contact us!
Still have questions? Send us an email at aloha@shakaguide.com or give us a call at (808) 201-8138.

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