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Salem Walking Ghost Tour: Witches & Wicked Whispers at Turner’s, Witch House & Ropes Mansion
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Salem Walking Ghost Tour: Witches & Wicked Whispers at Turner’s, Witch House & Ropes Mansion

by Salem Ghosts By Us Ghost Adventures

1 hour
Salem
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Starting time
Friday 11 September 2026
Language
English
Free cancellation until 10 Sept 2026.
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Overview

This one-hour walking tour in Salem visits several sites linked to the city’s witch trial history and reported hauntings. A licensed, trained guide leads the group along cobblestone streets, sharing detailed stories of the 1692 witch trials, tragic events, and ghostly whispers associated with each location. The tour starts at Turner’s at Lyceum Hall, located on the site of Bridget Bishop’s house, the first woman executed during the trials, where ghostly activity has been reported. Next, the group proceeds to the Witch House, the former home of Judge Jonathan Corwin, known for its connection to the trials and reported spectral sightings. The tour continues to Ropes Mansion, built in 1727, where the story of Abigail Ropes, who died in a fireplace accident, is told alongside accounts of her ghost. The Salem Athenaeum, a historic brick library that survived the Great Fire of 1914, is included, with reports of paranormal activity linked to the building. The Salem Inn, a historic hotel with a reputation for unexplained encounters, is another stop. The Joshua Ward House, a mansion associated with witch trial history and reputed hauntings, is also visited. The final stop is Wicked Good Books, where ghost stories and whispered tales related to the location are shared. The guide provides all narration, but entry inside private buildings is not included. Tips for the guide are not included. Children must be accompanied by an adult. The dress code is smart casual. The tour operates in all weather conditions, so appropriate clothing is recommended.

Highlights

Guided walking tour lasting about one hour
Visit Turner’s at Lyceum Hall and Witch House
See Ropes Mansion, Salem Athenaeum, Salem Inn, Joshua Ward House
Hear ghost stories at Wicked Good Books
Licensed professional guide leads the tour

What's included

Guidance by a trained professional tour guide
Tour led by a licensed guide

What's not included

Tips for the guide

Itinerary

1

Turner’s at Lyceum Hall

Turner’s at Lyceum Hall stands on the site of Bridget Bishop’s house, the first woman executed in the 1692 witch trials. The building is associated with ghost sightings and eerie events connected to the trials.

8 min

2

The Witch House at Salem

The Witch House was Judge Jonathan Corwin’s home during the witch trials. It has a reputation for a chilling atmosphere and reports of ghostly figures linked to the trials.

9 min

3

Ropes Mansion and Garden

Built in 1727, Ropes Mansion is known for the tragic death of Abigail Ropes by a fireplace accident. Her ghost is said to haunt the mansion’s rooms.

8 min

4

Salem Athenaeum

This brick library served as a refuge during the Great Fire of 1914, which caused many deaths. It is also known for ghost sightings and unexplained events tied to the fire.

9 min

5

Salem Inn

The Salem Inn is a historic hotel reputed for unusual occurrences reported by guests and staff, linked to its long-standing history.

8 min

6

John Ward House

Built in 1784, the Joshua Ward House is a mansion with a history of hauntings. It was once owned by a wealthy merchant and served as a witch trial headquarters, with many ghost reports.

8 min

7

Wicked Good Books

This stop shares the history and ghost stories related to Wicked Good Books.

9 min

Meeting point

Tours meet outside Salem Five Savings Bank. Your guide will be wearing a black US Ghost Adventures t-shirt and carrying a lantern. Please arrive 15 minutes before the start of the tour.

End point

Our tour will end at Wicked Good Books, where your guide will recount eerie tales before sending you on your way.

Languages

English (guide)

Cancellation policy

  • Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.

Additional info

1–15 travelers per booking
Mobile ticket
Service animals are welcome
Reachable by public transport
Not advised for anyone with back or spinal problems
Not advised for anyone with a heart condition
A moderate level of fitness is needed
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Dress code is smart casual
Tour operates in all weather conditions; dress accordingly
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