Self-guided Audio Walking Tour of Salem

A walking tour of haunted places in Salem with the help of smartphone

5 · Exceptional(5 reviews)
Free cancellation available

This self-guided audio tour will take you through the haunted streets of Salem to learn about the famous novelist Nathaniel Hawthorne’s life and more. You will download the app on your smartphone and begin the tour at Nathaniel Hawthorne Statue, by pressing play.

You will see the Hawthorne Hotel, Salem Common – haunted by ghost of a band leader, Salem Witch Museum and Saint Peter's Episcopal Church. Passing by the spooky Gardner-Pingree House, your next stop will be Bung Hole Liquor Store Salem mass, once a funeral home, followed by Custom House, and Mercy Tavern.

Afterwards, you will pass by the haunted Morning Glory Bed & Breakfast, before ending the tour at The House of the Seven Gables. Throughout the tour, the music-infused spooky narration, will keep you engaged and informed about the haunted places you are visiting.

What's included

  • Recap tour after the in-person tour
  • Tales of Hawthorne's life in Salem
  • Smartphone guided walking tour on the WalknTours app
  • Private audio tour
  • House of the Seven Gables, Hawthorne's historical haunts, Salem Witch Museum

What's Not Included

    What's not included
    • In-person guide

    Accessibility

    • Accessible to strollers
    • Service animals welcome
    • Public transit links nearby

    Health & Safety

    • Suitable for all fitness levels

    Audio-supported languages

    English (US)

    Additional information

    One booking will work on two smartphones.

    It is recommended to download the tour before visiting.

    It is recommended to use headphones or earbuds.

    The signal in Salem is weak and if you do not download before hand it will take time to download in Salem using your data.

    After unlocking the tour it does not expire and can be taken anytime.

    Itinerary information

    Location

    Departure point
    Nathanial Hawthorne Statue, Hawthorne Blvd 20, Salem, MA, 01970
    The tour starts at the listed address.
    End point
    The House of the Seven Gables, Derby St 115, Salem, MA, 01970
    The tour ends at the listed address.

    User ratings

    5 · Exceptional(5 reviews)
    Good value
    4.8
    Facilities
    5.0
    Quality of service
    5.0
    Ease of access
    4.5

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