AFTER DARK · WITCH TOURS IN SALEM
The 7 best witch tours in Salem you can book tonight, with what each costs, how long it runs and how much walking it involves. Number one is top for a reason; start there.
Meet a practicing witch at Crow Haven Corner for a one-hour walk through Salem. You’ll cast a magic circle, join three spells including a full ritual, visit Old Burying Point Cemetery, and discuss witchcraft, Sabbats, Esbats, and Salem’s trials. Guides may include Aaron or William.
“It was wonderful! We did a ritual, we got crystals, and we learned a ton of history! Our guide was simply the best!”
Follow a licensed guide through Salem’s Witch Trials Memorial, Burying Point, the Bewitched statue, and other downtown sights. Guides such as Allie, Chris, Misha, Jake, Emily, and Ajay blend court history, spooky lore, Hocus Pocus locations, and local stories into a brisk walking tour.
“Even though it was a loud / busy night the tour guide spoke clearly and keep positive energy throughout the tour”
Walk about one mile through downtown Salem with a local guide, visiting the Witch Trials Memorial, Witch House, jail and court sites, and homes tied to the 1692 crisis. Guides such as Bob bring names and personal stories to life, but many original buildings are gone.
“This was a great tour. We learned so much about Salem. Our tour guide was so knowledgeable and tried to answer all questions asked.”
Walk from Essex Street to Wicked Good Books with a licensed guide such as Elizabeth, Jon, Sam, or Erin. Hear researched Salem witch trial stories, visit seven historic sites, and learn the ghost lore tied to Bridget Bishop, Abigail Ropes, the Salem Athenaeum, and more.
“Erin was very informative and a great story teller! Loved the story of Abigail…..v spooky! We did the tour at night and it happened to be very foggy, adding to the creepy atmosphere!”
You’ll walk through Salem with a city-licensed guide, stopping at sites tied to the 1692 witch trials. Jeffrey is praised for lively, candid storytelling, though guide style can vary. The tour stays outdoors, includes no building admission, and ends at the Salem Witch Trials Memorial.
“Excellent historical account of the history of witches. He was able to engage the crowd and we were all able to hear the tales. Overall it was a beautiful day in Salem. I wish we had more time to enter the memorial”
Meet a lantern-carrying US Ghost Adventures guide outside Salem Five Savings Bank for a 60 or 90-minute walk through 4 to 8 haunted sites. Hear true Salem stories at Old Town Hall, Old Burying Point Cemetery, the Witch House, and Wicked Good Books.
“Evian was a wonderful tour guide! Very informative and a great storyteller. We visited some cool spots and took lots of pictures. We had our 7 year old with us and he enjoyed the tour, as well - the hour long tour was the perfect length for us. Would recommend!”
Spend 1.5 hours walking just over a mile through Salem with a live English-speaking guide. Hear how fear, politics, family rivalries, and two girls’ fits helped fuel the 1692 witch trials, while visiting sites linked to the jails, courthouse, judges, and accused.
“Excellent information. Didn’t get to see certain sites, but did enjoy a lot of sites around Salem. Guide was a little awkward, but clearly passionate and knowledgeable”
A walk, a graveyard, a crawl or a full investigation.
