Massachusetts, United States
Most tours are walking or ghost-themed, $24–$40, with 93% rated 4 stars or better and 82% offering free cancellation.
Walking tours dominate Salem’s catalogue, making up 85% of all 105 experiences. Most are ghost walks or focus on the witch trials, with a handful of historical, movie-themed, and sailing options. Prices are concentrated in the $24–$40 range, with 80% of tours under $40 and only 3% over $200.
The best-reviewed tours combine local history with ghost stories, often led by licensed guides and covering major sites like the Witch Trials Memorial and Charter Street Cemetery. 93% of all tours are rated at least 4 stars, and most confirm bookings instantly. Free cancellation is standard on 82% of listings.
Salem offers 105 experiences, with walking tours and ghost walks making up the vast majority. Most people pay between $24 and $40, and nearly all tours are priced per person. A small number of museum tickets and sailing trips round out the catalogue, but the main draw is still the city’s witch trial history and haunted legends.
More than 80% of tours cost less than $40, and 93% are rated 4 stars or higher. Only 7% of tours are rated below 4 stars, and these are mostly walking or ghost tours with specific complaints about guide quality or content. Free cancellation is the norm, but a few tours are non-refundable.
Tour durations range from 60 to 120 minutes for most walking experiences, with some longer options including multiple themes or extended routes. Museum tickets and sailing trips offer alternatives for those wanting a break from walking.
| Private and Luxury | 90 | $63 |
| Walking Tours | 89 | $63 |
| Historical Tours | 78 | $63 |
For most visitors, a walking tour is the best value: these make up 85% of Salem’s catalogue and most cost $24–$40. The top-rated options combine stories from the witch trials with stops at major sites, and often include guides licensed by the city. Tours like the History and Hauntings of Salem Guided Walking Tour deliver two hours of content and cover more ground than shorter walks, making them popular with first-timers.
If you’re interested in ghost stories, several tours mix haunted legends with historical facts, often stopping at the Witch Trials Memorial, Charter Street Cemetery, and film locations. Some, like the Salem Voodoo, Vampires, and Ghosts tour, focus more on paranormal tales and local folklore. For those who want a broader overview, look for tours that include both witch trial history and pop culture stops.
Museum tickets and sailing trips are less common but appeal to those wanting a self-paced or outdoor experience. These usually cost more than walking tours but offer a change of pace. Private and luxury labels appear widely but don’t always mean higher prices—many are standard walking tours with small groups.
Most tours include the main sites in their price, but check whether admission to paid attractions is included or separate. Some tours, even at the same price, differ in what’s covered: for example, one tour may include discounted admission to the Salem Art Gallery, while another does not cover entrance fees.
What disappoints: The 7% of tours rated below 4 stars are mostly walking or ghost tours where reviewers mention guides lacking historical knowledge, tours that felt rushed or disorganized, or content that was more promotional or off-topic than expected. Some guests on the Witch Walk and Best Salem Witch Trials Historical Walking Tour felt there was too little history or too much focus on unrelated topics. A few tours are non-refundable, so check cancellation terms before booking.
Almost all Salem tours confirm bookings instantly, so last-minute reservations are usually possible. However, top-rated walking and ghost tours can sell out quickly, especially on weekends and in October. For these, booking a week or more ahead is recommended to secure your preferred time.
Free cancellation is the norm, but a handful of tours are non-refundable—always check terms before booking if your plans might change.
Lowest price among all Salem walking tours listed.
4.6 ★ · 4,429 reviews · 1 h 20 min
Includes 75 minute Salem Night Tour · Walking ghost tour through downtown Salem's most documented haunted locations · Access to unscripted, locally rooted guide
1 h 5 min at the stops, of 1 h 20 min in total
Only tour at this price point with both free cancellation and instant confirmation.
4.9 ★ · 2,028 reviews · 1 h 30 min
Includes English-speaking guide
1 h 7 min at the stops, of 1 h 30 min in total
Shortest duration of any Salem ghost or history tour here.
4.8 ★ · 1,338 reviews · 1 h
Includes In depth History of Salem, Massachusetts · Professional experienced licensed tour guide · Pass through Salem's historic and architectural McIntire and Washington Square
50 min at the stops, of 1 h in total
Includes discounted admission to the Satanic Temple's Salem Art Gallery, unlike the others.
5.0 ★ · 1,723 reviews · 1 h 30 min
Includes Licensed and certified guide · Discounted admission to Satanic Temple's Salem Art Gallery
Lower rating than most other Salem history tours on this list.
4.2 ★ · 812 reviews · 1 h 30 min
Includes Gain detailed insight into the infamous 1692 Salem Witch Trials · Local and Professional Guide · 90-minute Salem Witchcraft Walking Tour
1 h 20 min at the stops, of 1 h 30 min in total
Longest walking tour here, offering 100 minutes while others are shorter.
4.9 ★ · 1,962 reviews · 1 h 40 min
Includes Professional guide licensed by the City of Salem · 400 years of history in one tour · On time departure
Does not include free cancellation or instant confirmation, unlike most others.
4.7 ★ · 1,333 reviews · 1 h
Includes Professional guide
Most reviews of any Salem tour listed, with the longest duration as well.
4.9 ★ · 15,623 reviews · 2 h
Includes 2-hour Hauntings & History Salem Walking Tour · We do not enter any buildings on this tour. This is an outdoor activity only. · See top Salem sites such as Witch Trials Memorial, Witch House, and Ropes Mansion.
1 h 57 min at the stops, of 2 h in total
Only adults-only night tour among the Salem options here.
4.8 ★ · 1,545 reviews · 1 h 40 min
Includes Mysteries & Murders of Salem Walking Tour · Professional Guide · Hear spine-chilling tales of murder, mystery and macabre on this adults only tour.
47 min at the stops, of 1 h 40 min in total
Longest guided walking tour on the page at 2.5 hours.
4.9 ★ · 852 reviews · 2 h 30 min
Includes 2.5 Hour Salem History Walking Tour
1 h 30 min at the stops, of 2 h 30 min in total
Only non-walking tour listed, offering high-speed ferry service between Salem and Boston.
4.5 ★ · 771 reviews · 50 min
Includes Skip the summer and Halloween traffic · High-Speed Ferry to or from Salem · Restroom on board
Only tour dedicated to Hocus Pocus filming locations in Salem.
4.7 ★ · 719 reviews · 2 h 30 min
Includes Visit the 5 locations used in the filming of Disney's hit movie, Hocus Pocus · Hocus Pocus Trivia · 2 hour 30 minute "Hocus Pocus" Movie Locations Walking Tour
30 min at the stops, of 2 h 30 min in total
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Walking tours dominate the Salem market, making up 85% of all experiences. Most focus on ghost stories or the witch trials, with a few museum and sailing options.
Most tours cost between $24 and $40 per person. 80% of all options are under $40, and only 3% are over $200.
82% of Salem tours offer free cancellation, but a few are non-refundable. Always check the cancellation policy before booking.
Some tours include admission to paid sites, but others do not. Always check what’s included before booking, especially for museum or gallery stops.
Most tours confirm instantly, but popular walking and ghost tours can sell out, especially in October. Booking a week or more ahead is safest.
The small number of low-rated tours usually receive complaints about guides lacking historical knowledge, disorganized presentations, or too much off-topic content.
No. In Salem, many tours labeled private or luxury are standard walking tours with small groups and similar prices to regular tours.
Most walking tours are family-friendly, but some ghost or crime tours are adults-only. Always check age restrictions before booking.
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