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5 Days of Witchy Fun in Salem

Discover the bewitching history of Salem.

22 April 2023

As a tourist in Salem, United States, you will immerse yourself in the rich history of the city known for the infamous witch trials of 1692. You will have the opportunity to visit the Salem Witch Museum, explore historic buildings and landmarks, and sample local cuisine. While there, you can also take a walk through the beautiful autumn foliage and enjoy the picturesque scenery.

Travel plan

• Check into the historic Hawthorne Hotel, situated in the heart of Salem. Decorated in elegant, vintage style, this hotel is perfect for your witchy stay.
• Visit the Witch Dungeon Museum, a reenactment of the witch trials of 1692, complete with an underground dungeon.
• Head to the Salem Witch Museum, with life-size figures and storytelling, and learn about the events that led to the witch trials.
• Take in the Bewitched statue, dedicated to Elizabeth Montgomery’s Samantha character from the popular '60s TV show.
• Enjoy dinner at the Witch House, a restaurant that is said to be the site of the home of Judge Jonathan Corwin, who presided over the Salem witch trials.

• Explore the Peabody Essex Museum, one of the best museums of Asian art in the US, with exhibitions ranging from contemporary art to Medieval armor.
• Visit the House of the Seven Gables, a house made famous by Nathaniel Hawthorne's novel.
• Tour the Salem Maritime National Historic Site, a historic seaport with 12 buildings showcasing the evolution of shipping and trade in Salem.
• Have lunch at the Half-Baked Café, a cozy café that serves fresh salads, soups and sandwiches.
• Take a stroll down Derby Street, lined with cute boutiques and shops filled with witchy memorabilia.

• Visit the Salem Wax Museum and see life-size wax figures of Salem's most famous historical figures.
• Stop by the New England Pirate Museum and see artifacts such as weapons, treasure, clothing and even a life-size pirate ship.
• Have lunch at the Witch’s Brew Café, where the walls are lined with spooky art and the menu offers witch-themed sandwiches and wraps.
• Follow the Salem Witch Trials Memorial Walk and pay your respects to the victims of the witch hunts.
• Attend a Ghost Tour of the city at night, and learn about the ghostly activities that still haunt the city.

• Check out the famous Ropes Mansion, owned by the Ropes family for over four generations, and often mentioned in Hawthorne’s works.
• Visit Nathaniel Hawthorne’s Birthplace, a modest Georgian mansion that provides a glimpse into the life of the author.
• Have lunch at the Bambolina Pizzeria, which serves the best wood-fired pizzas in Salem.
• Visit the Phillips House Museum, a Victorian mansion with a collection of original furniture and decorative arts.
• Explore the Essex Street Pedestrian Mall, lined with street performers, vendors and shops brimming with antiques and artisanal crafts.

• Explore the Salem Willows Amusement Park, a seaside amusement park that overlooks Salem Harbor.
• Stop by the Peabody Institute Library, one of the oldest public libraries in the country.
• Have lunch at Count Orlok’s Nightmare Gallery, a unique restaurant that showcases horror movie memorabilia.
• Visit the Witch Trials Memorial, which serves as a reminder of the tragic events of the past.
• Bid adieu to Salem and take only memories with you as you head home.