Why You Should Go...
Salem, Massachusetts, is a historic seaport just 15 miles north of Boston. Accessible by car (40 minutes), train (30 minutes), and seasonal ferry (55 minutes), Salem offers visitors a unique blend of history and contemporary culture.
Most known for the Witch Trials of 1692, when 20 innocent people were condemned as witches, Salem was also a significant trading port, home to literary great Nathaniel Hawthorne, and has a remarkable collection of Federal architecture. Today Salem offers a vibrant mix of museums, shops, galleries, and a booming culinary scene.
Visit in October, when thousands of visitors travel worldwide to partake in Salem Haunted Happenings, or choose the vibrant summer months when you may encounter the Seafood Festival, Arts Festival, or Maritime Festival. Winter and spring promise Salem Film Fest documentary film festival, Salem’s So Sweet, and Salem Heritage Days.
Make your destination Salem and explore great stories around every corner.
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Why You Should Go...
Salem, Massachusetts, is a historic seaport just 15 miles north of Boston. Accessible by car (40 minutes), train (30 minutes), and seasonal ferry (55 minutes), Salem offers visitors a unique blend of history and contemporary culture.
Most known for the Witch Trials of 1692, when 20 innocent people were condemned as witches, Salem was also a significant trading port, home to literary great Nathaniel Hawthorne, and has a remarkable collection of Federal architecture. Today Salem offers a vibrant mix of museums, shops, galleries, and a booming culinary scene.
Visit in October, when thousands of visitors travel worldwide to partake in Salem Haunted Happenings, or choose the vibrant summer months when you may encounter the Seafood Festival, Arts Festival, or Maritime Festival. Winter and spring promise Salem Film Fest documentary film festival, Salem’s So Sweet, and Salem Heritage Days.
Make your destination Salem and explore great stories around every corner.
What You Should Know...
Open:
Year-Round
Available: Self-Guided Tour, Guided Tour, Private Tour, Café, Restaurant, Bar, Family Restroom, Multilingual Staff, Gift Shop, Souvenirs, Bike Storage
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