Downtown Salem Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A building with a sign reading "New England Magic A Shop & School of Witchcraft & Wizardry".
A wooden building labeled 'Sail Loft' by a calm water body with a grassy area in the foreground.
A street scene with a red traffic light, a crosswalk, and a building with a brick facade.
The exterior of the Salem Witch Museum, featuring Gothic architecture with pointed arches and a large stained glass window.
A cemetery with numerous headstones and people walking among them.

Stay near popular Downtown Salem attractions

A historic building with a large arched window and a sign reading "Salem Witch Museum".

Salem Witch Museum

8.6/10 (942 reviews)
You can browse the exhibits at Salem Witch Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Salem. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
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Activities

2.5-Hour Salem History & Sightseeing Guided Walking Tour

2.5-Hour Salem History & Sightseeing Guided Walking Tour

AU$56
per adult
2.5-Hour Salem History & Sightseeing Guided Walking Tour
History and Hauntings of Salem Guided Walking Tour

History and Hauntings of Salem Guided Walking Tour

AU$51
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
History and Hauntings of Salem Guided Walking Tour
See Salem After Dark!

Salem's Best Ghost Tour

AU$34
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Salem's Best Ghost Tour
Salem, MA: History and Hauntings Guided Walking Tour

Salem, MA: History and Hauntings Guided Walking Tour

AU$56
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Salem, MA: History and Hauntings Guided Walking Tour
Freedom Trail and Salem and The Witch Trail Self-Guided Walking Tour Bundle

Freedom Trail & Salem Witch: Self-Guided Walking Tour Bundle

AU$35
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Freedom Trail & Salem Witch: Self-Guided Walking Tour Bundle
Self-Guided Smartphone Ghost Walking Tour in Salem

Self-Guided Smartphone Ghost Walking Tour in Salem

AU$11
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Self-Guided Smartphone Ghost Walking Tour in Salem
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Our pick of the best Downtown Salem Hotel Deals

Hawthorne Hotel

Hawthorne Hotel

3.5 out of 5
18 Washington Square W Salem MA
The price is AU$252 per night from 17 Nov to 18 Nov
AU$252
17 Nov - 18 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this historic hotel in Salem. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Hawthorne Hotel
Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport

Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport

5 out of 5
450 Summer Street Boston MA
The price is AU$513 per night from 30 Oct to 31 Oct
AU$513
30 Oct - 31 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Boston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ...
Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport
The Revolution Hotel

The Revolution Hotel

3.5 out of 5
40 Berkeley Street Boston MA
The price is AU$246 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
AU$246
15 Nov - 16 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Boston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in ...
The Revolution Hotel
Seaport Hotel Boston

Seaport Hotel Boston

4 out of 5
1 Seaport Lane Boston MA
The price is AU$337 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
AU$337
15 Nov - 16 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Boston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (5,114 reviews)
"The location of this hotel was ideal for our visit. We planned a 2-day pre-cruise stay on our own. It's easy to take an Uber, taxi or Silver Line bus to the Flynn cruise port from this hotel. The room was comfortable, nicely appointed and had great western views over a park. It was quiet. The food ..."

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2026

Seaport Hotel Boston
The Dagny Boston

The Dagny Boston

4 out of 5
89 Broad Street Boston MA
The price is AU$434 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
AU$434
15 Nov - 16 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Boston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
The Dagny Boston
Encore Boston Harbor

Encore Boston Harbor

5 out of 5
1 Broadway Everett MA
The price is AU$449 per night from 11 Nov to 12 Nov
AU$449
11 Nov - 12 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Everett. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (4,258 reviews)
"As always, the property, amenities, room and staff were great. My poor review is a direct reflection of an on going job action. I use the hotel a few times a year when working in Boston. I work off shifts and it convenient to downtown. I was hoping to sleep from 3:30 to about 8am but was unable to ..."

Reviewed on 17 Oct 2026

Encore Boston Harbor
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Our guide on where to stay in Downtown Salem

Find the best Downtown Salem areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Quincy Market with an American flag, historic buildings, and a clock tower in the background.

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 Massacre Site and Old State House, and jump on the metro at State St. Station or Downtown Crossing Station to see more of the city.

A historic church with a large central tower and multiple spires, surrounded by modern buildings and a public square with people and greenery.

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.

A city skyline at dusk with illuminated buildings reflecting on the water, a prominent bridge, and a large chain barrier along the waterfront.

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 Liberty Wharf and Leader Bank Pavilion.

A large brick building with a golden dome, a flagpole with the American flag, and a statue in front.

Beacon Hill

Historical sites, shopping and restaurants highlight some notable features of Beacon Hill. Make a stop by Charles Street or Hatch Shell while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Charles-MGH Station or Park St. Station to get around town.

A statue of a man on horseback in a park with trees, a clock tower, and brick buildings in the background.

North End

The ample dining options and captivating waterfront views are just a few popular features of the neighbourhood. Make a stop by Old North Church or Paul Revere House while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Aquarium to get around town.

Downtown Salem Travel Guide

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