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Private Day Tour of Salem and Boston

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Boston, USA
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7 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Whirlwind full-day tour of Boston and Salem! Drive to Salem to learn about the witch hunt hysteria of the late 17th century. Walk through historic Salem, learning about the area's Puritan past and harsh reality of daily life under New England's early theocratical government. See the Witch Trails Memorial and learn about the Salem Witch Trials. Learn about the many ghosts of Salem and see historical sites from the 17th century. See the Witch House, the only house still standing that is directly connected to the Witch Trials. Learn about how Salem became one of the richest cities in America through its trade with the Far East.
Break for lunch in a local Boston market.
Back in Boston, hear about how the area was first settled and grew into the city it is today. Drive through of Boston's Freedom Trail landmarks, listening to stories about the city! Take a walk through Little Italy, visiting locations of key events in the American Revolution.
Our tour guides are fully licensed by Salem!

What's Included

  • Bottled water
  • Private transportation
  • Paul Revere House admission
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities
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Meeting and Pickup

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Pickup not available at Boston Logan Airport.You will receive a message two days before the tour with your guide's information. Our tour vehicles have a blue Boston Hidden Gems logo on the front doors. We will pick you up outside your hotel in Boston/Cambridge.

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Snow Hill St & Hull St
Boston, MA 02113, USA

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East India Square

Learn about Salem's maritime past and its history of being one of the richest cities in America.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Salem Common

See the heart of historical Salem and learn how the town was settled by Puritans.
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25 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Salem Witch Trials Memorial

Visit the Witch Trials Memorial and learn what really happened at the Salem Witch Trials.
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25 minutes Admission Ticket Free

The Burying Point

See the oldest cemetery in Salem, with graves going back to the Salem Witch Trials.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Houdini Way

Learn about Harry Houdini's jail escape from Salem's jail.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Bewitched Statue of Elizabeth Montgomery

Learn how the famous show Bewitched put Salem on the tourism map!
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

The Witch House at Salem

Visit one of the only remaining buildings directly associated with the witch hysteria
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Ropes Mansion and Garden

Visit the famous mansion featured in the film Hocus Pocus and learn about the two famous ghosts still residing there today
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Chestnut Street District

Stroll along one of America's most beautiful streets. Gaze at the multi-million dollar mansions built during Salem's gilded age
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Hamilton Hall

Visit one of Salem's most prominent dance halls. View America's first "red carpet".
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Proctor's Ledge Memorial

See the place where the witches were hanged during the Salem Witch Trials.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Boston Public Market

60 min - free time for lunch and shopping in Salem or Boston 50 min - drive back to Boston
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1 hour 50 minutes Admission Ticket Free

The Paul Revere House

See Paul Revere's House, one of the oldest wooden houses in Boston.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Paul Revere Mall

Visit the historic Paul Revere Mall park, home to one of the city's most iconic "postcard" locations of the statue of Paul Revere with the backdrop of the Old North Church. View the plaques surrounding the park commemorating many of the other Revolutionary figures. Learn the real story behind the famous midnight ride of Paul Revere!
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Old North Church & Historic Site

See Old North Church, where the lanterns were hung signaling Paul Revere to begin his midnight ride
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Freedom Trail

Drive through key sites on Boston's historic Freedom Trail, learning about the city's role in the American Revolution.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Boston Common

See America's oldest park and learn about the many hangings that took place there in Boston's Puritan times.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Note that per Massachusetts state law: "All children riding in passenger motor vehicles must be in a federally approved child passenger restraint that is properly fastened and secured according to the manufacturer's instructions until they are 8 years old OR over 57 inches tall." We do not provide child seats, please bring age appropriate car seats for kids who do not meet these criteria. We will not be able to do the tour if you do not have child seats for everyone that needs one. A refund will not be issued the day of the tour due to lack of proper car seats. All children must be registered as separate tour guests.
  • Luggage - note that luggage will decrease vehicle capacity. If you have luggage, please let us know in your booking comments so we can confirm we will be able to safely handle it.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Day Tour of Salem and Boston?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-400049P6

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What's Included

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  • Bottled water
  • Private transportation
  • Paul Revere House admission
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Witch House admission
  • Fuel surcharge
  • Parking Fees
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Note that per Massachusetts state law: "All children riding in passenger motor vehicles must be in a federally approved child passenger restraint that is properly fastened and secured according to the manufacturer's instructions until they are 8 years old OR over 57 inches tall." We do not provide child seats, please bring age appropriate car seats for kids who do not meet these criteria. We will not be able to do the tour if you do not have child seats for everyone that needs one. A refund will not be issued the day of the tour due to lack of proper car seats. All children must be registered as separate tour guests.
  • Luggage - note that luggage will decrease vehicle capacity. If you have luggage, please let us know in your booking comments so we can confirm we will be able to safely handle it.

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