Things to do in Salem

Planning questions about Salem

What are the best things to do in Salem?

History and Hauntings of Salem Guided Walking Tour is the highest ranked experience in Salem, scoring 88 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking from 15,575 traveler reviews. Satanic Salem Walking Tour, Salem Voodoo, Vampires, and Ghosts Guided Walking Tour, Bewitched Walking Tour of Salem, 2.5-Hour Salem History & Sightseeing Guided Walking Tour round out the top five. Outty ranks 101 bookable experiences in Salem, United States, and 0 of them score 90 or above.

How much do activities in Salem cost?

The median price across everything we rank in Salem is $30 per person, and the cheapest starting price is $5 on Self Guided Audio Tour 'Hawthorne's Haunts' Haunted Walking Tour Salem. Guided, small-group and skip-the-line versions sit above the median, and peak weekends price higher than midweek mornings.

Can I book something in Salem for today?

Yes. 101 of the 101 experiences we rank in Salem currently show same-day availability. Same-day slots are limited, so book early in the day where you can.

Is Salem good for families?

Yes. 15 of the experiences we rank in Salem are family friendly, covering short, low-cost activities as well as full-day outings. Check the minimum age on each experience page before booking.

How many days do you need in Salem?

Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting: one anchor experience each morning, 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.

When is the best time to visit Salem?

September to October for atmosphere, May to June for smaller crowds. 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.

Can I cancel a booking in Salem?

85 of the 101 experiences we rank in Salem offer free cancellation, usually up to 24 hours before the start time. The exact window is shown on each experience page before you book.

How does the Outty Ranking work?

Every experience in Salem gets a single 0 to 100 score built from traveler sentiment, the depth of review evidence, recent booking momentum, price fairness against comparable options in the same city, operator standing and cancellation flexibility. Scores are benchmarked within Salem so a strong local option is not buried by global volume, and anything at 90 or above joins the Outty 90+ Club.