Ultimate Historic Salem and Witch Trials Self-Guided Walking Tour

4.3(78)2 hFree cancellationBy History with Action

About this activity

Uncover the truth behind the infamous Salem Witch Trials with this self-guided walking tour of Salem, Massachusetts! See Salem Armory, the Old Burying Point Cemetery, the Witch House, the Salem Witch Trials Museum, the Hocus Pocus House, and more. Uncover Nathaniel Hawthorne's inspiration for his famous novels at The House of Seven Gables, plus the lesser-known stories at Old Towne Hall and Mercy Tavern. Stories play as you go, sharing each tragic step of suspicion and betrayal. Pause where you want, skip what you don't, and explore the stories that interest you most.

After booking, check your email/text to download the separate Audio Tour Guide App by Action while connected to Wi-Fi or mobile data. Enter the password, download the tour, and enjoy it offline. Follow the audio instructions and route from the starting point.

New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want.

This isn't an entrance ticket. Check opening hours before your visit.

What's included

✓Support is available via chat, email, or phone if you need help.
✓Planning tools, route maps, scenic stops, and area previews included.
✓Just bring your phone and headphones; the app guides your walk.
✓Lifetime access: use the tour anytime and keep it for future trips.
✓Flexible tour: start, stop, and pause anytime during your trip.
✓Private walking tour experience for your family or group.
✓Access your tour in our separate audio tour app after booking.
✓Hidden gems and local stories included along the route.

Not included

✕No live guide. Entrance fees, parking, food, and car rental are separate.

Meeting and pickup

Start on New Liberty St in Salem, with the Salem Armory Visitor Center on your left and a multi-story parking lot on your right. This is the suggested starting point. We’re not affiliated with the Visitor Center or nearby businesses. The audio starts automatically—check your email/text for setup.

Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
This is a daytime-only tour. Do not begin after dusk, as cemeteries are off-limits at night.
This walking tour starts at the Salem Armory. Some attractions on the route have entry fees.
Use crosswalks and cross only when it is safe. Bring your headphones and connect them before starting so you can hear the tour clearly throughout the experience.
NOTE: Reserve a free timed entry for The Old Burying Point (Charter Street Cemetery) before your visit. Reservations are required to help protect the historic site and manage crowds, especially during busy periods such as October.
Easy to use: GPS-triggered audio plays automatically along the route for a hands-free experience.
Private tour: Follow the route on your phone without an in-person guide or crowded group.
At your own pace: Start anytime and pause for hikes, picnics, photos, or scenic stops.
Works offline: Once downloaded, the tour works using GPS without Wi-Fi or cellular service.
Multi-device access: Use the same password on one device for each traveler included in your booking.
More ways to save: Choose a single tour, a nearby bundle, or access to 200+ tours.
Download in advance: Download the Tour Guide app by Action and tour while connected to Wi-Fi or a strong cellular signal.
Follow the route: Begin at the suggested starting point or join anywhere along the route shown in the app.
Lifetime access: Preview the tour before your trip and revisit the stories, photos, and details afterward.
Supported devices: iPhone with iOS 15+, Android with version 9+, or a GPS-enabled iPad/tablet with cellular capability.
Savings tips: Walking tours: couples can share a tour by using separate earbuds. We recommend using headphones or earbuds for clearer audio and to avoid disturbing nearby guests.

Cancellation policy

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

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