Walk Salem’s streets where 1692 conviction records and modern pagan life meet. This guided tour covers the Witch Trials Memorial, the Witch House and local witchcraft shops, with optional tarot or palm readings.
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A salty wind from Salem Harbor threads through narrow brick streets as the group gathers outside Essex Street’s museum entrance. Guides mark the map with footsteps — not just of the accused and the magistrates, but of the town that kept changing its story. The tour moves at a steady walk: old granite curbs, clapboard houses, and the sudden hush of the Witch Trials Memorial, where engraved stones hold names and dates that still command attention.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
1–2 hours
Fitness Level
Moderate fitness for 1–2 hours of walking on uneven surfaces and occasional stairs.
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History
Salem’s 1692 trials were a series of prosecutions that resulted in 20 executions; over time the town evolved into both a historical site and a modern center for pagan practice and tourism.
Conservation
Stay on marked paths and avoid touching fragile memorial stones; support local museums and historic trusts with admissions or donations to help preserve sites.
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Wear sturdy footwear
Streets are cobblestone and sidewalks uneven—supportive shoes reduce fatigue and prevent trips.
Bring small bills
Many boutique witchcraft shops and street vendors prefer cash for small purchases and readings.
Plan for weather
Tours continue in light rain; pack a compact rain jacket or umbrella for shoulder seasons.
Respect memorial spaces
At the Witch Trials Memorial, keep voices low and avoid stepping onto engraved stones to preserve the site.
Supportive walking shoes
Provides traction and comfort on cobbles, brick sidewalks and occasional stairs.
Light rain jacket
Protects against sudden showers common in coastal New England.
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Small daypack or crossbody
Carries water, a guide map, and purchases from local shops.
Cash for small purchases/readings
Many vendors and optional tarot/palm readers accept cash for quicker transactions.