Museums, Attractions & Haunted Houses
Carnival
Take a spin on the rides and test your skill at the games at the annual Haunted Happeings Carnival, presented by Fiesta Shows. October 15- 31. Derby Street.
Count Orlok's Nightmare Gallery
Salem's highly acclaimed cinematic monster museum is VERY CREEPY (and family friendly) by day then becomes HAUNTED by Hollywood's favorite movie monsters in the afternoons on weekends. Combination tickets available!
285 Derby Street
978-740-0500 | NightmareGallery.com
Cry Innocent: The People Verses Bridget Bishop
It’s April 1692. Bridget Bishop is accused of witchcraft and you are on the jury!
Each show is different: play your part in history! October 9-31. Multiple shows daily. Old Town Hall, 32 Derby Square. Presented by History Alive!. Combination tickets available with Spiritways: A Night in Besieged Salem Village and Pioneer Village (daytime) tours.
Old Town Hall, 32 Derby Square, Salem, MA 01970
978.867.4767 | gordon.edu/historyalive/productions
The Haunted Neighborhood at the Salem Wax Museum
Salem’s #1 rated Haunted Attraction! Savor famous Maine apple buns, kettle corn, and other treats. Open daily. Extended weekend hours.
288 Derby St. 978.740.2929 • SalemWaxMuseum.com
Salem Wax Museum of Witches & Seafarers – Salem's Original Wax Museum. Come face to face with notable figures of 1692 depicted by life-like London made wax figures.
Salem Witch Village – A mystical journey led by practicing witches separating the myths and reality of witchcraft in the ancient and modern world.
The Haunted Witch Village – Salem’s largest Haunted House. After the Witches leave the Village the darker side of our maze comes alive; ghouls and goblins come out to scare all who dare!
Frankenstein’s Laboratory – Salem’s #1 Ranked Haunted House – inspired by the classic period of literary horror. Step into the dungeon and enter the notorious chambers of Dr. Frankenstein.
The Candlelit Ghostly Tour – A walking tour through the streets of Historic Salem’s most haunted houses. Learn the history and horror of the Witch City.
Within the Witching Hour – A live spell-casting presentation by a practicing witch who will take you through all the steps of creating a magical circle for you to join in and release your own spell.
Historic Salem, Inc.
Return to Salem for Historic Salem, Inc.’s annual holiday house tour. December 3-5, 2010.
Info at ChristmasInSalem.org.
The House of the Seven Gables
Discover a house made famous by fiction. Admission includes Guided Tours, Hawthorne’s Birthplace, Gardens and Museum Store. Continuous tours daily 9:30am – 7:00pm.
Spirits of the Gables - Witness two families entangled by a curse in this presentation of the novel performed in the mansion that inspired the story.
Legacy of the Hanging Judge - Scenes from the Witchcraft Hysteria are reenacted in this presentation performed in the rooms of Hawthorne’s Birthplace.
Spirits and Legacy will both run on Oct. 8, 9, 10 7:30PM–9:30PM, Oct. 15, 16, 22, 23, 29, 30 7:15PM–11:00PM, and Halloween from 7:15PM–10:00PM. Shows run continuously and are each 35 minutes long. Reservations highly recommended. Call 978-744-0991 ex. 104.
115 Derby Street
978-744-0991 | 7gables.org
New England Pirate Museum
Features a guided tour where you will visit a re-created dock-side village, cave and pirate ship and experience the adventures of New England’s sea-robbers. Save $5.00 per person with a Combination ticket to Witch Dungeon Museum, Witch History Museum and Pirate Museum. Open 7 days a week 10am-5pm. May thru October, Weekends April and November. October extended hours: Saturday 16, 10am-6pm, Friday 22, 10am-6pm, Saturday 23, 10am-8pm, Sunday 24, 10am-6pm, Friday 29, 10am-7pm, Saturday 30, 10am-9pm, Sunday Oct 31, 10am-9pm.
274 Derby Street, Salem
978-741-2800 | PirateMuseum.com
Pioneer Village
Tours presented by the Gordon College Institute for Public History
Immerse yourself in Pioneer Village, a three-acre, recreated Puritan village, while you participate in activities from the lives of Salem’s earliest English settlers. Perfect for a family outing, Pioneer Village is nestled next to the ocean and picnic area in Forest River Park. Open for group and self guided tours through mid-November.
Pioneer Village, Forest River Park, Salem, MA 01970
978.867.4767 | pioneervillagesalem.com
Salem Witch Museum
The Salem Witch Museum presents one of the most tragic and enduring events in American history... The Witch Hysteria of 1692. Interest in what happened 300 years ago remains high and in fact keeps growing. Our exhibit: Witches: Evolving Perceptions traces the myths of this mysterious religion. From midwives and healers to witch hunts and Wiccans… do you believe in witches? Don’t answer until you see Salem’s Most Visited Museum. While in Salem stop by our museum store or shop us online and discover a wide assortment of unique items; from educational materials to attractive apparel. Something for everyone. Visa/MC/Discover. Don’t miss us at Halloween! Hours: Open daily, year round: 10:00am - 5:00pm. Extended hours for October 2010: Until 7:00 pm – 10/11 Columbus Day, 10/17, 10/24, Until 8:00 pm - 10/7. 10/10, Until 10:00 pm – 10/8, 10/9, 10/15, 10/16, 10/22, 10/23 Until Midnight – 10/29, 10/30, 10/31.
19 ½ Washington Square North, Salem, MA 01970
978-744-1692 | SalemWitchMuseum.com
Salem's 13 Ghosts
Salem's only 3D haunt, spooktacular, new scenes from Witch Trials, live actors, blacklights, 3D glasses. Combine with our Ghost Tour ticket.
131 Essex Street
978-744-0013 | Salems13Ghosts.com
Temple of Stars!
Richard & Gypsy's Cosmic Connection is a Witches' Planetarium where the Sea meets the Sky. 88 Constellations at 88 Wharf Street in NU AEON's Middle Chamber. Coming Soon! Opening October 7th 2010.
88 Wharf Street, Salem
978-745-8668 | wlpssp.com
The Witches Cottage at The Griffen Theatre
Salem’s only LIVE 4D witchcraft and ghost experience. Five star rating on Tripadvisor.com. Explore the world of the Salem witchcraft hysteria, ghosts, & the supernatural with startling special effects and creatures that make their way INTO the audience, scaring you right up close! This supernatural show is a must see for any visitor. Open Daily in October, 10-5pm. Shows every thirty minutes. See events pages for special nighttime shows. $10 adults, $8 seniors, $6 children.
978 825 0222 | WitchesCottageSalem.com
Witch Dungeon Museum
An award winning live re-enactment of a 1692 witch trial - plus a guided tour through the dungeon. Save $5.00 per person with a Combination ticket to Witch Dungeon Museum, Witch History Museum and Pirate Museum. Open 7 days a week 10am-5pm. April thru November. October extended hours: Saturday 16, 10am-6pm, Friday 22, 10am-6pm, Saturday 23, 10am-8pm, Sunday 24, 10am-6pm, Friday 29, 10am-7pm, Saturday 30, 10am-9pm, Sunday Oct 31, 10am-9pm.
16 Lynde Street, Salem
978-741-3570 | WitchDungeon.com
Witch History Museum
The untold stories of 1692 are told through a live presentation and a guided tour featuring life size scenes. Save $5.00 per person with a Combination ticket to Witch Dungeon Museum, Witch History Museum and Pirate Museum. Open 7 days a week 10am-5pm. April thru November. October extended hours: Saturday 16, 10am-6pm, Friday 22, 10am-6pm, Saturday 23, 10am-8pm, Sunday 24, 10am-6pm, Friday 29, 10am-7pm, Saturday 30, 10am-9pm, Sunday Oct 31, 10am-9pm.
197-201 Essex Street
978-741-7770 | WitchHistoryMuseum.com
Witch House
17th century home of Witchcraft Trials Judge Jonathan Corwin. Salem's only remaining structure with direct ties to the tragic events of 1692. Explore architecture, furnishings and lifestyle of the the Corwin family. Also trial history, strange remedies and superstition in early colonial Salem. Open daily 10-5. Some extended hours in October.
310 1/2 Essex Street
978-477-8815 | WitchHouse.info
Tours on Land & by Sea
The Terror Trail
Tales of local haunted houses, spectral assaults, and a grisly murder "highlight" this 75-minute candlelight walk. Nightly October 2 thru November 1. Adults $12, ages 7-17 $5. Advance reservation required.
978-745-6314 | CultureCorner@gmail.com | DerbySquareTours.com
Mahi Mahi Cruises: Lighthouse & Haunted Harbor Cruises
Seek out historic lighthouses or come learn about the haunted happenings of Salem Sound on these fun, informative cruises departing from Salem Willows and Pickering Wharf throughout September and October. Heaters, full bar and food onboard. Call for reservations.
800-992-MAHI (6244) | MahiCruises.com
Salem Historical Tours
Salem's oldest professional tour company provides themed walks departing our office.
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Cemetery 101: Grave Matters & Salem Witchcraft Walk: 1PM cemetery stroll visits Salem's oldest burying ground; 3:00pm Witchcraft Walk examines the infamous 1692 Trials.
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Supernatural Salem: Our NEW and second historically accurate ghost tour reveals additional supernatural hotspots and haunting tales
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Secrets of Salem: Witch City's unique role in popular culture and uncommon legends and lore are explored.
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Haunted Footsteps Ghost Tour: Join Salem's original and most recommended ghost tour as we celebrate 14 years! Nightly 7&8PM.
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Spirits of Salem Pub Crawl ™: Visit and hear tales of Salem's most 'spirited' taverns on this popular supernatural-themed stroll. Over 21. Limited space.
8 Central Street
978-745-0666 | SalemHistoricalTours.com
Salem Kids Tours
The only walking tour in Salem just for children. You'll love hearing nutty Prudence the Puritan with her tales of old Salem, including ghost stories, gross stories, and secrets of the past. A "must do" for children. Meet at the Visitor Center.
978-766-1103 | SalemKidsTours.com
Salem Trolley
Ride the Red Trolley! Established 1982. Salem's Original Trolley. One-hour narrated historical tour, with same day shuttle service. Special Evening Tours: Ghost & Legends Trolley Tour. Eerie Evening/Tales & Tombstones.
8 Central Street
978-744-5469 | SalemTrolley.com
Salem's 13 Ghosts
Interactive walking/stalking tour telling of the people and events of the Salem Witch Trials. Combine with our Haunted House ticket.
131 Essex Street
978-744-0013 | Salems13Ghosts.com
Witch Trial Trail
Jim McAllister's one-hour candlelight walk departs from Old Town Hall on Front Street at 7pm nightly (except Mondays) October 2 thru October 30. Adults $12, 7-17 $3. Reservations not required. 978-745-6314 | CultureCorner@gmail.com | DerbySquareTours.com
