Salem

Historic town known for 1692 witch trials, annual Halloween festivities, and significant maritime heritage.

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The town that hosted the Salem witch trials in 1692 attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors to its Haunted Happenings each October. The Haunted Happenings includes a month of eerie and enchanting events like a psychic fair and witches market, broom making, zombie walk, ghost tours, witch costume parade, children’s costume ball, Howl-o-ween Pet Parade, the annual Halloween Ball at the Hawthorne Hotel and The Dumb Supper: Dinner with the Dead, and Halloween fireworks over the North River.

laurenmack 2 years ago

From the town’s cemeteries to the House of the Seven Gables to The Witch House, the Massachusetts town where the Salem Witch Trials occurred in the 17th century, is said to be one of the most haunted places in the U.S.

laurenmack 3 years ago

Salem Guides

Spooky Good spots to visit in Salem, MA
michele (Michele Humeston)
The Ultimate New England Roadtrip
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Ideas for a trip I’d love to take next year!
Spilling the Tea. Best Tea Houses and High Tea in the US.
michele (Michele Humeston)
Theme Parks in the US
seeker (Seeker Editors)
A quintessential summertime experience, amusement parks draw crowds from around the world to embrace the adrenaline, munch on salty snacks, and make memories to last a lifetime. Whether you are planning an exciting first date, friend reunion, or planning out how to give your kids an experience to remember- these amusement parks will not disappoint.
Cozy Fall Destinations In The USA
seeker (Seeker Editors)
From urban metropolises to small-town comfort, we have selected some of our top picks for fall travel this season. Head west to San Francisco and enjoy a tinge of warm weather with fresh sourdough and delectable produce, head east to Bar Harbor for gorgeous foliage and stargazing. These cozy destinations are sure to deliver enchantment, wonder, crispy leaves, and delicious hot cocoa- our recipe for a great fall vacay.
The Halloween Capitals Of The USA
seeker (Seeker Editors)
Boo! We are already in the mood for Halloween, we have our list of scary movies to check off, pumpkin-flavored hummus in our fridge (for some reason), and are starting to map up all of our upcoming October escapades. Whether you are looking for a sparkling city of wonder to dazzle the kids or more low-key yet terrifying destinations with chilling histories- we have the most frightening and magical spots lined up for you. The USA takes Halloween incredibly seriously, and these spots do it like no other, whether it’s a trick or a treat.

Salem Articles

The Best Places to Celebrate Halloween Worldwide

Darkness falls across the world on October 31st, ushering in a night of Halloween thrills and chills. The pagan festival of Halloween was first celebrated in Ireland 3,000 years ago. Today, the Gaelic festival is celebrated with freaky fun that includes wild halloween events, carved pumpkins, trick-or-treating, ghost tours, parades, and more. While there are […]

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17 of the Most Haunted Places in America

Mysterious and spooky, ghosts have captivated the world for centuries. From ghost stories and seances to haunted tours of the most mysterious places on earth, the fascination with spirits and connecting with the departed skyrockets during autumn with cooler weather, long nights, and, of course, Halloween. The most haunted places in the U.S. are not […]

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