How long does it take to visit Salem?
Salem is an excellent day trip and an even better overnight stay. By staying overnight, you can take advantage of the evening walking tours, live music, and Haunted Happenings programming without worrying about a late-night drive home.
How big is Salem?
Salem is an excellent day trip and an even better overnight stay. By staying overnight, you can take advantage of the evening walking tours, live music, and Haunted Happenings programming without worrying about a late-night drive home.
What is the weather like in October?
Average temperatures in October are a high of 62 degrees and a low of 45 degrees. But being New England, it could be 75 degrees and sunny, or 32 degrees and snowing. Salem Haunted Happenings goes on rain or shine so be sure to dress in layers.
Are there any deals, discounts, or combination tickets?
There are! Once available for 2022 we’ll share a link to them right here.
How do we get there?
Salem is just 16 miles north of Boston. There is train and ferry service between Boston and Salem and train service between Gloucester, Rockport, Ipswich, and Newburyport. Complete directions and transportation information is available here.
Where do we start?
If you are planning your first visit to Salem, please start at the Salem Regional Visitor Center located at 2 New Liberty Street. The National Park Service Rangers and volunteers can help you with maps, brochures, and directions. There are also clean restrooms, a gift shop, and two films. From there, you can head off to explore in any direction!
What is the line drawn on the sidewalks?
That is the Salem Heritage Trail! It connects Salem’s historically significant sites and neighborhoods. We recommend following it in conjunction with a map (like the one in our free Guide to Salem Haunted Happenings) so you don’t miss a thing.