The 9 Best Witch Tours in Salem

1.Bewitched Walking Tour of Salem

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,895 reviews · 1 hour 40 minutes to 2 hours (approx.) · from $35Our pick

Walk downtown Salem for about two hours with a City of Salem licensed guide. The route begins at the Halloween Museum and visits more than 12 sites tied to the 1692 witch trials, Salem’s later history, and its Halloween identity. Expect careful historical context, humor, pop culture, and a few ghost stories. Sarah is a frequently praised guide.

“Sarah was an incredible tour guide! Very knowledgeable and thorough! We learned a ton and had a few laughs along the way. 10/10 recommend!!!”

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2.The Salem Witch Walk

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,301 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $25

Meet a practicing witch at Crow Haven Corner for a one-hour Salem walk with three spells, a magic circle, a blessing at Old Burying Point Cemetery, witchcraft traditions, and a theatrical light show. Guides such as Aaron and William bring different personalities, so expect a personal, sometimes playful look at Salem’s past and modern practice.

“Our tour was guided by a well informed Witch that shared spells and their history with us. He then took us on a walking tour of significant locations in Salem. He was passionate, knowledgeable, and funny. I recommend this tour throughout the year.”

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3.Wicked Awesome Tours: Witch Trial History and Salem Haunts!

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,032 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $29

Walk central Salem with guides such as Allie, Chris, Misha, Jake, and Emily, learning the real story of the 1692 witch trials alongside spooky lore and pop-culture stops. You’ll visit the Witch Trials Memorial, Burying Point, Samantha statue, Salem Museum area, Nathaniel Hawthorne statue, and sites linked to Hocus Pocus. Expect an easy walk, lively storytelling, and a group of up to 50.

“What an incredible experience! Our tour guide, Allie, was a spunky New Yorker who was extremely knowledgeable and incredibly entertaining. Highly recommend this tour!”

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4.Best Salem Witch Trials Historical Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 743 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $30

Walk about one mile through Salem with a local guide, visiting the Witch Trials Memorial, Witch House, former jail and court sites, and locations tied to George Corwin and Bridget Bishop. The tour runs 90 minutes, costs $30, and may feature guides such as Bob, praised for vivid storytelling.

“This was a fun informative time! The route itself wasn't difficult or alot. The tour guide was also very knowledgeable and funny. Overall it was a great experience”

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5.Salem Ghost Tour: Witches & Wicked Whispers

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 571 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $30

Walk through central Salem with a licensed guide and hear researched stories tied to the 1692 witch trials, historic homes, the Salem fire, and reported hauntings. The one-hour route visits seven locations, including the Witch House, Ropes Mansion, Salem Athenaeum, and Salem Inn. Guides such as Elizabeth, Jon, Sam, and William are praised for strong storytelling.

“Mediocre experience-one and done kind of a thing.I went with two teenagers that are hard to impress so they bothe gave it 3 stars!”

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6.Salem Uncovered: The Salem Witch Trials Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 471 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $26

Follow Salem Uncovered Tours on a 90-minute walk through the places tied to the 1692 witch trials. Guides such as Jeffrey combine courtroom facts, Puritan beliefs, ghost stories, and the darker treatment of accused people. The tour begins near Old Town Hall and ends at the Salem Witch Trials Memorial, with no building admissions included.

“Jeff was a great tour guide. Very knowledgeable and great sense of humor. Would recommend doing this tour.”

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7.Salem Ghost Tours: Witches & Wicked Whispers

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 436 reviews · 1 hour - 90 minutes · from $24

Follow a US Ghost Adventures guide through four to eight Salem sites, including Old Town Hall, Old Burying Point Cemetery, Wicked Good Books, and the Witch House area. You’ll hear local ghost stories alongside the facts of Salem’s witch-trial past. Choose a 60 or 90-minute walk, wear good shoes, and expect an engaging, family-friendly evening tour.

“our guide tour was simply amazing took us to amazing places explained everything and i personally felt some stuff and something showed up in one of the photos i took , I highly recommend this tour you will love it”

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8.Salem Witch Museum Admission Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 417 reviews · from $18Best value

Visit the Salem Witch Museum for a 30-minute presentation on the 1692 trials, staged with life-size scenes around a darkened auditorium. Then join staff for a short exhibit on changing ideas about witches and later witch hunts. The $18 ticket includes both exhibits, translations in eight languages, and wheelchair access.

“Great. Interesting. It's a sad part of history. That kind of hysteria started from some bored kids. And history is repeating itself now with parents not whooping their kids butts.”

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9.1692 Witchcraft Trials Walk

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 271 reviews · from $25

Walk just over a mile through Salem with an English-speaking guide for 1.5 hours. Visit sites tied to the 1692 witch trials, including jails, the courthouse, and homes of judges and accused residents. Guides such as Christine, Bob, Mark, James, and Stache bring the stories to life with facts, questions, and humor.

“We loved the history and learning more about the people involved☺️”

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