• Real Pirates Salem - Visitors tour an interactive exhibit featuring the story of real-life pirate “Black Sam” Bellamy and his fabled beloved Maria Hallett. Visitors will be able to see and touch real pirate treasure from the wreck of Bellamy’s ship, the Whydah Gally. The Whydah was a slave ship-turned pirate ship which wrecked off of the Cape Cod coastline in 1717 following a violent storm. Artifacts and real treasure have been pulled from the bottom of the ocean…surrounded by sharks…following the discovery of the ship’s bell in 1984 by famed underwater explorer Barry Clifford. The exhibit renews regularly with the discovery of new artifacts by onsite archaeologists which visitors can witness with their own eyes. A video, photo experience and retail gift shop round out the visit. Groups are welcome.

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• Real Pirates - Interactive Historical Exhibit Ticket

Delve into the vivid tales of actual pirates, highlighted by the exploits of Black Sam Bellamy, one of the youngest and most successful sea bandits ever, and Maria Hallett, his beloved and the infamous ‘Witch of Wellfleet’. Get to know Sam’s adventurous squad, track their exploits across the vast oceans, watch their triumphant victories, and finally their ill-fated demise near Cape Cod shores.

Behold the only fully verified treasure hoard of pirate origin, complete with coins, jewels, and genuine weapons of maritime warfare, salvaged from an ancient wreck — the last to be man-handled by real pirates over three centuries ago.

Explore our Artifact Unearthing Lab showcasing real-time excavation activities performed by professional archaeologists!

Get transformed into an authentic pirate by partaking in our complimentary video and photocentric venture! Check out our souvenir shop for a prized memento of your visit.

• A local parking garage is situated nearby.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.