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A black fountain with a statue in a park, surrounded by a green fence, with a yellow building in the background. 2
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By Witch City Walking Tours
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$63 per adult

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 2h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

    • Our licensed guide walks you through 3 centuries of architecture
    • Discussion on various styles of architecture
    • We discuss the events that paved the pathway
    • Gain local insight into Salem's infamous witch trials and maritime history

Activity location

    • Salem
    • Salem, Massachusetts, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • 32 Derby Square, Salem, MA 01970, USA | We meet in 32 Derby SQUARE at the Old Town Hall with the 3 staircases.
    • Salem, Massachusetts, United States

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Salem, MA: Merchants & Mansions: an architecture tour

  • Activity duration is 2 hours2h
    2h
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 11:00 AM
Price details
NZ$62.53 x 1 AdultNZ$62.53
Total
Price is NZ$62.53
Until Fri, 18 Sept

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    A professional licensed guide
  • Exclusions
    Entrance to any of the locations. They are private residences and city owned properties.

Know before you book

    • Not allowed: Alcohol and drugs

What you can expect

  • Salem has one of the most naturally varied collections of historic structures in the country, spanning nearly 400 years. Come learn about how the inhabitants of Salem have kept their city comfortable, liveable, and beautiful for centuries! From First Period to Georgian, Federal to Brutalist, Salem has some of everything. Your guide will wind you through the cobblestoned streets, discovering hidden gems, and viewing dozens of historic buildings and structures, as well as learning the fascinating stories behind them, from Salem's days as the wealthiest city in the country in the 18th century, to the great fire that nearly destroyed it all!

    Witch City Walking Tours is unlike any other tour because guides will give you the truth about what happened in Salem’s Past. All tours are run by locals, teachers, professionals and historians who are passionate about Salem. Find out all the little ins and outs of this historic, beautiful diverse city. Our guides will take time answering each and every question you may have. A tour with Witch City Walking Tours is not to be missed while visiting Salem!

    We are Dog friendly and Handicap accessible!

    We do not enter any buildings on this tour, this is an outdoor activity only.

    Our Tours run RAIN or SHINE. We do NOT cancel for weather. Please wear comfortable shoes and bring rain gear if needed. New England weather can be unpredictable, so wear layers.

    Please note, we may book up to 40 people per tour

    All ticket sales are final between September 17 and November 11 are non-refundable. No exceptions.

Location

Activity location

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    • Salem
    • Salem, Massachusetts, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • 32 Derby Square, Salem, MA 01970, USA | We meet in 32 Derby SQUARE at the Old Town Hall with the 3 staircases.
    • Salem, Massachusetts, United States