Explore Salem’s witch trials and Hammond Castle’s history on a captivating day trip from Boston. Discover secrets, stunning views, and historic charm.
Explore Salem’s witch trials and Hammond Castle’s history on a captivating day trip from Boston. Discover secrets, stunning views, and historic charm.
- Hammond Castle Museum - Travel to Hammond Castle (approximately 60 minutes). Upon arrival, enjoy a guided tour lasting around 75 minutes, where you’ll discover the fascinating history and origins of the Castle. Afterwards, take some time to explore the grounds and capture memorable photos.
- Salem - Head to Salem (about 30 minutes away). Enjoy…
- Hammond Castle Museum - Travel to Hammond Castle (approximately 60 minutes). Upon arrival, enjoy a guided tour lasting around 75 minutes, where you’ll discover the fascinating history and origins of the Castle. Afterwards, take some time to explore the grounds and capture memorable photos.
- Salem - Head to Salem (about 30 minutes away). Enjoy an hour-long lunch at one of Salem’s many outstanding restaurants (meal cost not included).
- East India Square - Discover Salem’s rich maritime history and learn how it became one of America’s wealthiest cities.
- Salem Common - Visit the heart of historic Salem and learn about its Puritan settlers.
- Salem Witch Trials Memorial - Explore the Witch Trials Memorial and uncover the true events of the Salem Witch Trials.
- Old Burying Point Cemetery - Visit Salem’s oldest cemetery, with graves dating back to the time of the Witch Trials.
- Houdini Way - Discover the story of Harry Houdini’s escape from Salem’s jail.
- Bewitched Statue of Elizabeth Montgomery - Learn how the popular show Bewitched boosted Salem’s tourism.
- Witch House - Explore one of the few remaining buildings directly linked to the witch hysteria.
- Ropes Mansion and Garden - Tour the famous mansion featured in the film Hocus Pocus and hear about the two renowned ghosts that still linger there.
- Chestnut Street District - Walk along one of America’s most picturesque streets, admiring the multi-million dollar mansions from Salem’s gilded age.
- Hamilton Hall - Visit one of Salem’s most notable dance halls and see America’s first “red carpet.”
- Proctor’s Ledge Memorial - View the site where the accused witches were hanged during the Salem Witch Trials.
- Boston - Return to your hotel in Boston and enjoy a convenient drop-off at your doorstep.
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Surcharges on fuel
- Guide
- Hammond Castle Admission
- Parking fees
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Surcharges on fuel
- Guide
- Hammond Castle Admission
- Parking fees
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- Lunch
- Gratuities
Enjoy a unique day trip to Boston’s northern shore, combining Salem and Hammond Castle! Start the day with a pickup at your door and a comfortable ride to Hammond Castle, located on the ocean cliffs of Gloucester. Take a guided tour of the castle, learning about the history of the eccentric millionaire inventor who built it. Enjoy free time to explore…
Enjoy a unique day trip to Boston’s northern shore, combining Salem and Hammond Castle! Start the day with a pickup at your door and a comfortable ride to Hammond Castle, located on the ocean cliffs of Gloucester. Take a guided tour of the castle, learning about the history of the eccentric millionaire inventor who built it. Enjoy free time to explore the castle and gardens with plenty of opportunities for stunning photos.
Drive to Salem, where you will have free time for lunch. Choose from a wide variety of dining options in the historic downtown.
After lunch, your guide will take you on a tour of Salem. Learn about the infamous witch trials of 1692, see the real places where the victims were hanged. Learn the story of the “Corwin Curse” as you take a picture in front of the historic Witch House. See the locations where Hocus Pocus was filmed. Take a drive through one of the most beautiful streets in North America, lined with mansions built on the city’s maritime fortune.
- 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 - please note that the tour vehicle is a Toyota Sienna minivan. If you are planning to bring luggage on the tour, the vehicle will only be able to seat up to four guests. The back row of seating can be collapsed to fit 4-5 suitcases or smaller bags, but the minivan will not fit 6 passengers with more than one personal item each. If you have more than 4 guests with luggage on the day of the tour, and your guide determines upon arrival that the luggage and passengers can not all safely fit in the vehicle, the tour will be canceled without refund. For alternative options, please contact us directly before booking.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.