Salem History Walking & Boat Tour
Explore Salem's witch trials, revolutionary roots and harbor history by foot and boat
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From$47/ personincl. taxes and fees
Includes
Walking tour, boat tour
Highlights
Trace Salem's history on a walking tour before viewing its harbor from the water aboard The Naumkeag. Hear stories spanning the Witchcraft Trials of 1692, the Revolutionary War, piracy, literature and navigation.
- Explore Salem's Witchcraft Trials, crime, punishment, murder and betrayal
- Discover Salem's role in the beginnings of the Revolutionary War
- Board The Naumkeag for views of Salem's harborfront
- Hear Golden Age of Sail stories of Hawthorne, Bowditch and Salem's Nathaniels
- Learn about Salem's connections to America's first and last captains hanged for piracy
What's Included
- Water onboard the boat
Important details
- Arrive 10–15 minutes early
- Bring comfortable walking shoes and a brimmed hat
- Accept the boat-travel liability waiver; a parent or legal guardian must agree for minors
- Follow all boat crew safety instructions
- Expect the tour to run rain or shine; unsafe sea conditions may cancel the boat portion and extend the walking tour
Cancellation Policy
Cancel at least 48 hours before for a refund. No refunds for missed tours.
FAQs
The walking portion of the Land & Sea Tour will be extended, and your ticket cost will be reduced to $28 with a partial refund.
Your tickets may be rescheduled, refunded, or adjusted to walking-tour tickets with the difference refunded.
Meeting details
Black Cat Curiosity Shoppe, 234 Essex St, Salem, MA
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