Haunted Footsteps Best Ghost & Paranormal Salem Tour
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Is Haunted Footsteps Best Ghost & Paranormal Salem Tour worth booking?
Haunted Footsteps Best Ghost & Paranormal Salem Tour is a 1.5-hour experience in Salem, United States, from $30 per person. It scores 58 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.1/5 rating across 461 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 58 / 100
- Rating
- 4.1/5 (461)
- Duration
- 1.5 hours
- From
- $30 per person
Salem has worked its way into the supernatural record as centuries of macabre history and unexplained events have unfolded here. Not all of them are just legends. You will be surprised at the quality of documented parano
What you get
About this experience
Salem has worked its way into the supernatural record as centuries of macabre history and unexplained events have unfolded here. Not all of them are just legends. You will be surprised at the quality of documented paranormal research and authentic chilling tales that have come to define Salem’s reputation. Ghost hunters love our colonial architecture, dimly lit alleyways, and historic cemeteries. You'll hear some first-hand accounts of weird phenomena, bizarre occurrences experienced by residents and exclusive information of local hauntings researched by investigators. And you will be led by a professional guide who brings the city’s most active spirits to life under the glow of a lantern. (This tour does NOT discuss the 1692 Witchcraft Trials; take our Best Salem Witch Trials Historical Walking Tour).
What's included
Included
- Analytics on any ghost photos you may get
- Guide will dress in a costume
- All ghost and paranormal stories are exclusive to Salem Historical Tours.
- We do not go in any buildings so admission is not included nor necessary
- Local, professional and certified local guide
Not included
- Gratuities
- Hotel Pick-Up and Drop-Off
- There's no food or drink offered, but snacks, soda and water are available for sale.
What you'll see and do
Salem Historical Tours & Haunted Footsteps Ghost Tour
Meet your professional and entertaining guide, who will light the way for your hauntingly historic walking tour of Salem. Follow them into the night to begin your 1.5-hour walking tour. With the light from the lantern, make your way through Salem's streets. Through your guide's storytelling, dark humor, and captivating tales, learn about the paranormal activity in this infamous town. You will visit as many of these locations as time allows, hearing stories of Visit documented hauntings, accidental death and murder.
5 minutes here
Ropes Mansion and Garden
Enter the backyard of the Ropes Mansion that is replete with paranormal activity and includes stories of several people who died in the house. There have been many sightings in the colonial revival garden so take many pictures and maybe you catch an anomaly.
10 minutes here
Charter Street Cemetery
You will get to see the oldest cemetery in Salem which is one of the oldest in the country. You will hear tales of paranormal activity in the cemetery and the buildings around it. Many anomalies have been seen in our cemetery.
15 minutes here
John Ward House
The John Ward house is where accused witches were examined in 1692 when the home was across the street from the jail. It has since been relocated to the grounds of the Peabody Essex Museum, but the activity is still there.
10 minutes here · Admission not included
The Witch House at Salem
The Witch House is the home of Judge Jonathan Corwin, who was one of the key judges during the 1692 Witchcraft Trials. There is a lot of paranormal activity there that has been captured by our guests. Eight of Corwin's children died in the home and the employees who run the home constantly report weird happenings in the home.
15 minutes here · Admission not included
Enter the alleyway behind the restaurant and hear about an incredible murder that happened in the 1830s involving a love triangle between a sea captain, sailor and indentured servant. Sightings of the servant, aka Blue Lady, continue to be seen today by guests of the restaurant and the waitstaff.
15 minutes here · Admission not included
The Merchant Hotel stands on the grounds of where the home of 1692 Witchcraft Trials sheriff George Corwin lived. There are stories that Corwin tortured people in the basement. He died in the home from a heart attack or brain aneurysm. Various reports have surfaced over the years of strange occurrences at the brick structure. Let our guide regale you with them and explain the reason why this may be happening. (we do not go in this house).
10 minutes here · Admission not included
Gardner Pingree House
The Gardner Pingree House was built in 1804 and had a sensational murder there in 1830 involving a complicated conspiracy to get the money of Captain Joseph White. The plan unravelled as the co-conspirators turned on each other resulting in a suicide and the execution of two men.
10 minutes here · Admission not included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Salem
We are part of the pedestrian walkway downtown at the corner of Essex and Central Streets. We are next to Emporium 32 and across from the New England Dog Biscuit Company. Look for our purple sign.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Returns to downtown area. Guide can direct you to where you want to go.
Options you can book
5:00 PM
6:00pm Tour
1.5-hour Haunted History of Salem Walking Tour departing at 6:00pm.
7:00 PM
8:00pm Tour
1.5-hour Haunted History of Salem Walking Tour departing at 8:00pm.
9:00pm Tour
1.5-hour Haunted History of Salem Walking Tour departing at 9:00pm.
3:00 PM
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
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 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
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Tour times vary by season. Available tour times reflected during checkout. Please plan to arrive 15-20 minutes prior to your tour. Check in at Salem Historical Tours Office at 8 Central Street, Salem, MA.
- Traffic and parking can be very difficult and October is much worse with "LA Level" traffic. Give yourself extra time to get here and park no matter what your GPS is telling you. Check our website for details on where to park and options to get here..
- Our public walking tours can pose challenges for participants with mobility and accessibility concerns. Tours are 90 minutes long and about one mile in length. Each participant must be able to complete the one-mile tour within 90 minutes, providing for frequent stops to view sites and for information from the tour guide. As Salem is a historical city, there are narrow and uneven sidewalks, bricks, cobblestones, and stairs. During events and festivals (and particularly October), with crowds and street vendors, the streets can become difficult to navigate.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 459 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
10 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
8 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Traveler reviews
459 verified traveler reviews for Haunted Footsteps Best Ghost & Paranormal Salem Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Great fun!
Great tour, knowledgeable and friendly tour guide. Bob had many interesting stories!!
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! Bob is one of the best guides in town! Please be sure to come back and visit again soon!
via Tripadvisor
More about the guide’s experience.
We were really expecting ghost stories of places around Salem. We got four stories, but most of it was centered around our guide’s experience with ghosts/spirits. Has to be so many more ghost stories around houses in downtown Salem than we heard.
Response from the operator: We’re sorry to hear the tour didn’t meet your expectations, though we were a bit surprised by your feedback. Our guides typically cover a wide range of Salem’s history including multiple figures, legends.Documented hauntings and work hard to balance storytelling with interaction.
via Tripadvisor
Great Local Ghost Tour!
Went on a tour with Zach and had a blast! He was knowledgeable, personable, and funny and I appreciated his good mix of interesting history and ghost stories. He took time to engage with all the people on the tour and answered all of our questions. I highly recommend this tour!
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! Zach is one of the best guides in town! Please be sure to come back and visit again soon!
via Tripadvisor
Definitely recommended!
Unfortunately, the name of our guide has slipped my mind but she was wonderful! Super informative, knowledgeable and engaging, and loved that she not only shared the ghost stories with us, but she also shared actual photographic/videographic evidence that was caught at the locations. My 8 year old, though easily distracted, was enthralled with the tour and history of Salem.
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! Please be sure to come back and visit again soon!
via Tripadvisor
Great guide & great time had by all!
We went on the Haunted Footsteps tour with Bob as our tour guide. I was a little nervous going into it as we had our 6 & 11 year old kids with us. Bob did a phenomenal job incorporating the kids into the tour, having them carry the lantern and chatting with them, putting everyone at ease. There were historical stories as well as personal experiences shared. We all had a great time and would definitely recommend.
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! Bob is one of the best guides in town! Please be sure to come back and visit again soon!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 1.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $30 to $34
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 161
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 58
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Haunted Footsteps Best Ghost & Paranormal Salem Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Salem.
How much does Haunted Footsteps Best Ghost & Paranormal Salem Tour cost?
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Prices start at $30 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Salem usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Haunted Footsteps Best Ghost & Paranormal Salem 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 Salem is not rushed.
Is Haunted Footsteps Best Ghost & Paranormal Salem Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 58 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.1/5 across 461 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Salem, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Haunted Footsteps Best Ghost & Paranormal Salem 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 Haunted Footsteps Best Ghost & Paranormal Salem 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 Haunted Footsteps Best Ghost & Paranormal Salem Tour?
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Around 161 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 Salem 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 Salem and add a light layer if any part of the 1.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Haunted Footsteps Best Ghost & Paranormal Salem 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 Salem 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 Salem?
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Salem runs witch trial history tours, ghost and cemetery walks, museum entries and harbour trips, with October turning the whole town into a month-long event. On Outty we rank every Salem experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include History and Hauntings of Salem Guided Walking Tour, Satanic Salem Walking Tour, Salem Voodoo, Vampires, and Ghosts Guided 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 Salem?
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September to October for atmosphere, May to June for smaller crowds. 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 Salem?
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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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