Downtown Salem Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Downtown Salem
Stay near popular Downtown Salem attractions
Activities
Salem, MA: History and Hauntings Guided Walking Tour
History and Hauntings of Salem Guided Walking Tour
Salem Witch Trials Self-Guided Walking Tour
Witches of Salem Tour: Mysteries, Myths, and Magic
Freedom Trail & Salem Witch: Self-Guided Walking Tour Bundle
Our pick of the best Downtown Salem Hotel Deals
Hawthorne Hotel
The Hotel Salem
"great location, helpful staff!"
Reviewed on 27 Aug 2026
Seaport Hotel Boston
"Great location. Safe and clean. Perfect view of the harbor. Only complaint is they need to lose the automated phone call line when trying to reach the bellman or front desk. Called for bags using their robot and it never connected to a live human. Human touch is key in customer service. So lose the ..."
Reviewed on 27 Aug 2026
The Revolution Hotel
"Polite staff, but unhelpful, when I booked, I am pretty sure I did so with an ensuite, when I checked in I was told the bathroom was down the hall (not what I booked), for the price bracket and star rating, this was a big no no. I was told I couldn't cancel, the staff polite but unhelpful. I lost ..."
Reviewed on 28 Aug 2026
Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport
"Great hotel!"
Reviewed on 27 Aug 2026
The Dagny Boston
"The room was extremely clean and the staff serviced it every day. Had clean towels and sheets all the time. Staff was extremely accommodating and helpful. The restaurant is also very solid, but the Tradesman coffee and pastry house was well worth it. Great coffee, sandwiches, and pastries."
Reviewed on 27 Aug 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Downtown Salem
Downtown Boston
Known for its must-see aquarium and captivating waterfront views, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Boston. Check out top attractions like Boston Harbor and Boston Massacre Site, and jump on the metro at State St. Station or Downtown Crossing Station to see more of the city.
Back Bay
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Copley Square to Newbury Street – discover Back Bay, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Seaport District
Travellers to Seaport District praise its captivating waterfront views. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Boston Harbor and Liberty Wharf.
Beacon Hill
Historical sites, shopping and restaurants highlight some notable features of Beacon Hill. Make a stop by Acorn Street or Charles Street while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Charles-MGH Station or Park St. Station to get around town.
North End
The ample dining options and captivating waterfront views are just a few popular features of the neighbourhood. Make a stop by Boston Harbor or New England Aquarium while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Aquarium to get around town.
