Salem Night-Time Tour: Murders, Mysteries, Macabre
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909 Ratings
Salem
Uncover the dark secrets of Salem on our night-time walking tour. Explore spine-chilling true crime tales, ghostly sightings, and scandalous history. Perfect for true crime fans and scandal lovers!
Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Salem Old Town Hall - Come experience the darker side of Salem on our guided night-time walking tour of Salem. We retell the most spine-chilling tales of murder, mystery and macabre. Why did an insane woman in the early 1600s murder her child? Who was the famous hitman who murdered the slave trader in his sleep? Did the Boston Strangler really make a visit to Salem? These tales and much more will unfold on this whirlwind one-hour tour of this mysterious seaside city. Not for the faint of heart. Suitable for adults and young adults, not recommended for younger children. Tours run rain or shine and last approximately 90 minutes.
What's Included
  • Spine-chilling tales of murder and mystery
  • Adults only tour
  • Led by a professional guide
  • 90-minute Salem walking tour
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Embark on our evening tour and explore Salem’s more sinister past. Listen to the most bone-chilling authentic stories of murder, mystery, and horror. What drove a crazy lady to assassinate her offspring in the early 17th century? Who was the illustrious hitman who killed the slave trader in his slumber? Was Salem ever visited by the notorious Boston Strangler? These and many more historical narratives will unravel during this intense 90-minute walk around this enigmatic coastal town. This tour is ideally suited for die-hard crime aficionados and lovers of a juicy scandalous tale!

The tour is a blend of factual murder cases, criminal narrative, ghostly encounters, and historical anecdotes.

Good news for pet-owners - Dogs are welcome! Accessibility assured for wheelchair/scooter users!

The tour might not be suitable for kids. Participants should be at least 13 years of age.

We conduct tours regardless of the weather conditions - be it RAIN or SHINE. No withdrawal of bookings is entertained during October.

*Kindly observe, we accommodate up to 40 people per tour in October.

  • Ages 13+ Only. Any children younger will be refused.
  • Our Tours run rain or shine, we do not cancel for weather. Please wear comfortable shoes and dress accordingly.
  • Dog friendly!
  • Wheelchairs and scooters are welcome, however, be aware that salem has brick sidewalks, uneven surfaces and narrow areas. Visitors assume all responsibility with wheelchairs and wCWt will not be held liable.
  • By choosing to purchase a ticket, you and your ticketed guests will be agreeing to our liability waiver which includes a release of liability on our tours as well as a photo release.
  • We do not enter any buildings or cemeteries on this tour, this is an outdoor activity only.
  • Our tours can have up to 39 people on each tour
Location
Old Town Hall
Derby Square
Tours start outside the Old Town Hall, 32 Derby Square, Salem, MA 01970 (Side of the building with the THREE Staircases)
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Graciela_a
May 26, 2024
Henry was an amazing tour... - Henry was an amazing tour guide. He kept very entertaining and I like the way that he explained the stories. Definitely recommend.
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Madeline_m
May 25, 2024
Spooky in a good way - Samantha was super knowledgeable about the history and paranormal activities in the area! She was personable and so fun to talk with. Our group would absolutely take another tour (or ten) with her. This trip was for a bachelorette party and it was honestly the best way to explore the town.
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Cathi
May 25, 2024
Interesting night - Samantha was fabulous. She was very knowledgeable and engaged. What impressed me the most was she had photos of the haunted spots that she was talking about. After each story she shared a photo of a previous person on her tour that caught spirit on camera. She mentioned that she will be doing a ghost hunt with equipment. Can’t wait to definitely come back for that one. I believe I even caught a spirt on our tour. I sent her the photo with my information. Can’t wait to hear what she thinks.
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Jamie_b
May 24, 2024
10/10 Recommend! - This is the second time doing a tour lead by Samantha and she is AMAZING! You can tell that she is very knowledgeable and takes a true interest in the history of Salem. We very much look forward to taking more tours with her in the future!
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Bryan
May 20, 2024
Fantastically Frightening! - We had an amazing time on this tour! Our 15 year old daughter hand picked this activity and it was fantastic. Our guide Daniel was captivating and so well informed. She loves her job and it shows! I would highly recommend this tour!
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Sarah_m
May 20, 2024
Samantha is the best! - Samantha was an amazing tour guide!! I highly recommend this experience! She made the tour very interactive and fun. The time just flew by! Can’t wait to come back!
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P718xphannahk
May 19, 2024
Spooky and informative! - We had a wonderfully spooky (and informative) time! Our guide, like us, is originally from Louisiana and we loved chatting with her. She has such a big personality and made the tour so memorable and special. It’s one of the many things we will never forget about this trip. She took us all around town, sharing stories, histories, and pictures of all the happenings and hauntings in Salem, some of which scared me to my core. I came on this tour as a skeptic, not so sure if ghosts were real or not. But some of the things she showed us had me thinking again! Thanks so much, we had a wonderful time!
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Safari506079
May 18, 2024
Greasy guide and tour - Our guide Samantha was amazing! She was historical, and knowledgeable. She went above and beyond to share her haunting tales but kept it accurate and friendly. Would definitely recommend her tours!
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Marykay_h
May 17, 2024
Fun Tour - This tour was fantastic! Samantha was extremely knowledgeable about Salem history. She has a true gift for entertaining her audience. I checked under the bed before I went to sleep last night as her tales were spooktacular. I highly recommend the Mysteries and Murders of Salem Night-time Walking Tour. You won't be disappointed. It is a must-do for sure.
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B3637dgalexisk
May 17, 2024
Fun spooky night and great guide! - This was one of my favourite walking tours I've ever done. Samantha is an amazing tour guide! She is very knowledgeable both about Salem history and paranormal happenings, and on top of that she is a great storyteller. The content can be gruesome (as advertised) but it is respectful to the real life people of Salem. You will learn a lot and keep wondering about Salem's histories and mysteries. My tour group size was small that night, which also improved my experience. Highly recommend!
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