
Boston Witchcraft Tour
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September 2026
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Is Boston Witchcraft Tour worth booking?
Boston Witchcraft Tour is a 1.5-hour experience in Boston, United States, from $22 per person. It scores 61 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 3 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 61 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (3)
- Duration
- 1.5 hours
- From
- $22 per person
Long before the infamous 1692 Salem witchcraft trials, the shadows of witchcraft loomed over Boston. Join the Boston Witchcraft Walk, a premier historical walking tour, that explores the chilling reality of colonial life
What you get
About this experience
Long before the infamous 1692 Salem witchcraft trials, the shadows of witchcraft loomed over Boston. Join the Boston Witchcraft Walk, a premier historical walking tour, that explores the chilling reality of colonial life, superstition, and the witch executions that gripped the city. Boston was the site of the 2nd witchcraft execution in New England in 1648. Over the next 40 years, four more women would face the gallows. Learn the tragic story of Goody Glover, the last woman executed for witchcraft in Massachusetts four years before the Salem hysteria. Discover the pivotal roles played by Reverends Increase and Cotton Mather and how Boston’s religious elite influenced the accusations that would eventually impact Salem. Walk the streets of downtown Boston to see where victims lived, the location of the former jail & the final resting places of those involved in the trials. Understand the 17th-century mindset where pacts with the devil were considered a tangible threat to the community.
What's included
Included
- tour guide,
Not included
- Bottled water
What you'll see and do
Massachusetts State House
It is our meeting spot but travelers will see the grandiose building. We will do our introduction there.
5 minutes here · Admission not included
We will discuss what happened to this woman who was executed for speaking for what she believed in.
5 minutes here
We will discuss her role in the Antonimian controversy.
5 minutes here · Admission not included
Boston Common
We will make a stop at a historic spot on Boston Common and explain what happened there.
5 minutes here
We will discuss the "accused witch" who lived in this location and her story from 1688.
10 minutes here
Granary Burying Ground
We will discuss the people buried in the cemetery who have connections to the witchcraft trials and what they did.
10 minutes here
King's Chapel Burying Ground
We will discuss the people buried in the cemetery who have connections to witchcraft trials and what they did.
10 minutes here
Pemberton Square
We will discuss Reverend John Cotton from the 1630s and his role in the Antinomian Controversy, Roger Williams and, eventually Witchcraft. We will also
5 minutes here
We will go to the site of the old jail where several people were imprisoned for witchcraft and died.
10 minutes here
We will go to the location of the original Green Dragon Tavern and the new Green Dragon Tavern and discuss Chief Justice William Stoughton, who owned the original.
10 minutes here
The Paul Revere House
We will visit the Paul Revere house where Increase Mather had a home there that burned by fire. Mather and his son lived there and preached at a church nearby. They were critical in the withcraft trials in Boston and Salem.
15 minutes here · Admission not included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Boston
We meet in front of the Massachusetts State House at the Bullfinch Entrance
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
We will end in the North End.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Sat
- Group size
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Salem Historical Tours, LLC
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- The length of this tour is about two miles so it could be difficult for those who are have issues walking long distances.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 3 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
3 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
2 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Small groups
1 mentionThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
Traveler reviews
3 verified traveler reviews for Boston Witchcraft Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Great walking tour
Tour guide was very knowledgeable
Response from the operator: Hello and Thank you for the fantastic review! Please be sure to come back and visit us and Salem Again soon!
via Tripadvisor
Great informative tour of local witchcraft history
Allan was passionate and so informative about witchcraft.that occurred in places other than Salem Mass I was amazed at the information he told us. It was great actually being at the spots where these events occurred Such an eye opener experience. I would highly recommend this tour for history enthusiasts
Response from the operator: Hello and Thank you for the amazing review! We're so pleased to hear you had a great time with us! Allan is one of the best guides in town! Please be sure to come back and visit again soon!
via Viator
Hookers and Howes
We thoroughly enjoyed learning about the Howes and the Hookers with our small group from our wonderful tour guide! Thank goodness for humor and our guide having an abundance of historical knowledge from the area! We learned so much AND had a great time doing it.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much. Boston has a lot of history and witchcraft is part of that. The "Hooker" reference has nothing to do with witchcraft, but we passed the General Hooker entrance of the Mass State House that drew a laugh. He was a military general. The Howes were actually the Howens. Mrs. Howen believed Goody Glover cursed her. Mrs Howen died in 1682. Goody Glover was executed in 1688.
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 1.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Sat
- Price range
- $22 to $30
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 61
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Boston Witchcraft Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Boston.
How much does Boston Witchcraft Tour cost?
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Prices start at $22 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Boston usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Boston Witchcraft Tour take?
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Plan for about 1.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Boston is not rushed.
Is Boston Witchcraft Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 61 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 3 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Boston, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Boston Witchcraft Tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Boston Witchcraft Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Boston Witchcraft Tour?
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Around 1 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Boston can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Boston and add a light layer if any part of the 1.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Boston Witchcraft Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Boston within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Boston?
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Boston is compact enough that a good walking guide beats any bus. Freedom Trail walks, harbour cruises, Fenway tours and whale-watch runs out to Stellwagen Bank are the core, plus Salem and Cape Cod as day trips. Outty Ranking weights guide storytelling and group size heavily, because on the Freedom Trail the narration is the entire product. On Outty we rank every Boston experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include The Full Revolutionary Story Epic Small-Group Boston Walking Tour, Boston: Freedom Trail History Small Group Walking Tour, Boston's Freedom Trail: A Revolutionary Walking Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Boston?
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May to October. Whale watching runs roughly April through October only. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Boston?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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