6 days in Salem Itinerary

Best known for its 1692 witch trials, Salem has a number of significant historical sites, a bustling downtown, and many witch-themed attractions.

Change things up with these side-trips from Salem: Bearskin Neck (in Rockport) and Fishermen's Memorial Monument (in Gloucester). The adventure continues: explore the world behind art at Peabody Essex Museum, get engrossed in the history at Gallows Hill Museum/Theatre, stroll around Salem Witch Trials Memorial, and appreciate the history behind Bewitched Statue of Elizabeth Montgomery.

To see where to stay, other places to visit, traveler tips, and tourist information, refer to the Salem online itinerary planner.

New York City to Salem is an approximately 4.5-hour car ride. You can also fly; or take a train. In October, Salem is slightly colder than New York City - with highs of 64°F and lows of 45°F. You will have some time to spend on the 8th (Fri) before leaving for Salem.

Start off your visit on the 8th (Fri): contemplate the long history of The House of the Seven Gables, then explore the world behind art at Peabody Essex Museum, then get engrossed in the history at Salem Witch Museum, and finally take in the waterfront activity at Pickering Wharf.

To see traveler tips, maps, other places to visit, and other tourist information, use the Salem trip itinerary planner.

Finish up your sightseeing early on the 8th (Fri) so you can go by car back home.