Discover why Salem is the true birthplace of the United States of America with the best history tour in the city. Explore over four centuries of Salem’s remarkable history from its illustrious founding in 1626, to its place as a thriving 21st Century city. The witch trials made Salem infamous, but there’s so much more. Explore Salem’s critical role in the American Revolution, how it led the great Age of Sail, and all about the many important and famous people who’ve called Salem home. The United States just wouldn’t be the same without Salem. (This tour does NOT discuss the 1692 Witchcraft Trials).

Additional Information

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
• Parking available in garages on New Liberty, Bridge, and Congress Streets
• Parking available in lots at Church Street, Front Street, and Klopp Alley. Metered parking near us. Use Passport Smart Phone App for meters. Bus parking available on New Derby Street and Hawthorne Boulevard.
• Tour departs at 11:30am. Check in 15-20 minutes before your tour time at Salem Historical Tours office, located at 8 Central Street
• Please be advised that the state of Massachusetts and the City of Salem are requiring masks to enter business establishments. You will not be able to enter our business without a mask or face covering. Until further notice, a mask or face covering will be required on tours since we will not be able to stay six feet away from each other. Salem Historical Tours LLC reserves the right to deny service to anyone refusing to wear a mask or face covering. This requirement is subject to change based on orders by the state and the city.
• Face masks provided for travellers
• Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
• Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
• Guides required to regularly wash hands
• Regular temperature checks for staff
• We use an amplifier so you can social distance. Masks are not required outdoors but are optional. Effective Aug. 23, Salem is requiring that masks must be worn indoors whether you are vaccinated or not. You'll only need to come into our office to pick up your tickets and/or to peruse our gift shop.

Logistics Instructions

Start location : 11:30am Tour Departure Point: Salem Historical Tours office at 8 Central Street. (part of the pedestrian walkway downtown at the corner of Essex and Central Street). Address: Salem Historical Tours 8 Central Street, Salem, MA 01970 Return point: Returns to downtown area. Guide can direct you to where you want to go. *Please plan to check in 15-20 minutes prior to your tour. **Please call office at 978.745.0666 if there are any questions on where to meet.

End location : Return Location: Returns to downtown Salem area. Tour Guide can help direct you to where you want to go.

Special Instructions :
11:30am Tour

Departure: Salem Historical Tours at 8 Central St (part of the pedestrian walkway at the corner of Essex and Central St).
*Please check in 15-20min prior to tour.
*Call office at 978.745.0666 if there are any questions on where to meet.

Tickets

*Mobile or paper ticket accepted
*One per booking

Prices

* Per Person

Adult : from 0 to 5 : from 0 to 15 Persons

Child : from 6 to 12 : from 0 to 15 Persons

Adult : from 13 to 59 : from 0 to 15 Persons

Adult : from 60 to 99 : from 0 to 15 Persons

Cancellation Policy

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

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