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

3.0(1)Rated 3.0 out of 5 from 1 reviews2 h 30 minFree cancellationBy Drives & Detours
Step into the haunting past with the Salem Witch Trials Walk, a powerful and reflective walking tour that takes you through the real sites and stories behind the 1692 hysteria.

About this activity

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

What's included

  • ✓Flexible Usage (unlimited access)
  • ✓Audio Guide
  • ✓App and Tour Download

Not included

  • ✕Smartphone (bring your own)

Meeting and pickup

  • 28 Howard Street is opposite the entrance to Howard Street Cemetery. It is a narrow street, lined on one side with wooden houses. The entrance to the street from Brown Street is close to the Salem Witch Museum and opposite the John Ward House.

Good to know

  • Public transportation 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
  • Get the Drives & Detours app download the tour ahead of time

Cancellation policy

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

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