Nighttime Ghost Tour at Salem Black Cat Tours
Difficulty
easy
Duration
1–2 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; comfortable walking required
Overview
Step into Salem’s haunted history with the Ghostly Night Tour, where ghost stories and dark legends come alive after sunset. Perfect for thrill-seekers and history buffs alike.
Ghostly Night Tour
$30 per Adult | Most Popular!
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About This Adventure
Ghostly Night Tour
Rates
Adult - $30.00 Child (Ages 6-12) - $12.00
Duration
1.5 - 2 Hours
About
Our evening tour is a ghostly experience not to be missed! We travel to some of the most haunted sites in America and tell you the bone-chilling stories behind each haunting! Voted one of the 10 Best Ghost Tours in the US two years in a row! Learn about the history behind these amazing locations and about the tools that early ghost hunters would have used to examine these phenomena. We will also tell you about some of history's most famous gothic horror authors and the real events here in Salem that inspired such legends as H.P. Lovecraft, Edgar Allen Poe, and Salem's own Nathaniel Hawthorne. Bring your camera and try to catch your very own ghost on film and be a part of Salem's haunted legacy!
Our evening tours start at 8:00PM, but additional tour times may be added, so be sure to check your ticket time. Please arrive a bit early so we can check your tickets. Cameras are welcome and encouraged! We go out rain or shine, please feel free to bring an umbrella, and we will have some available for our patrons as well. The tour takes about an hour and a half to two hours depending on your particular group and the number of questions asked. You will not be rushed, but we do need to cover a lot of ground. The actual walking distance is less than a mile, please wear comfortable footgear and weather appropriate clothing!
What to Bring
- Comfortable walking shoes
- A camera (suggested, not required)
Adventure Tips
Dress warmly for evening weather
The tour takes place at night, so layer up to stay comfortable in cooler temperatures.
Bring a flashlight
A small flashlight can help illuminate dark alleyways and cobblestones.
Wear comfortable walking shoes
Expect to walk through historic streets and uneven surfaces.
Arrive early to find a good spot
Getting there 10-15 minutes early ensures you’re ready and in a prime viewing position.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Bats
- Nighttime insects
History
Salem's witch trials of 1692 are among the most infamous in American history, with hundreds accused of witchcraft during a period of mass hysteria. The Ghostly Night Tour connects visitors to that turbulent past.
Conservation
Salem actively promotes historical preservation and sustainable tourism, ensuring that these stories and sites are enjoyed responsibly for generations to come.
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Recommended Gear
Warm Jacket
Keeps you comfortable during the outdoor nighttime walk.
fall;winter specific
Comfortable Walking Shoes
Supports long periods of walking over cobblestones and uneven surfaces.
Small Flashlight
Helps illuminate dark areas and alleyways.
Notebook or Camera
Capture ghostly impressions or take photos along the haunted routes.