3 days in Salem, Boston & Cambridge Itinerary
3 days in Salem, Boston & Cambridge Itinerary
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3 days in Salem, Boston & Cambridge Itinerary
Start: Portland
Drive:
1h 45min
1
Salem
— 1 day
Drive:
30min
2
Boston
— 2 nights
taxi:
15min
3
Cambridge
— 1 day
taxi:
15min
End: Boston
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1
day
Salem
1
day

Witch City
Best known for its 1692 witch trials, Salem has a number of significant historical sites, a bustling downtown, and many witch-themed attractions.Start off your visit on the 15th (Fri): steep yourself in history at The House of the Seven Gables, steep yourself in history at Salem Maritime National Historic Site, and then look for gifts at Crow Haven Corner. Here are some ideas for day two: examine the collection at Salem Witch Museum, kick back and relax at Good Harbor Beach, and then identify plant and animal life at Halibut Point State Park.
For maps, photos, traveler tips, and tourist information, read Salem trip builder site .
Salem is very close to Cambridge. In March, daily temperatures in Salem can reach 42°F, while at night they dip to 26°F. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 17th (Sun) to allow enough time to drive back home.
Things to do in Salem
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The House of the Seven Gables
1:30pm, Thu Mar 14

Salem Maritime National Historic Site
3:30pm, Thu Mar 14

Crow Haven Corner
5:00pm, Thu Mar 14
2
nights
Boston
2
nights

Beantown
Rich in museums, restaurants, shops, and historical sites, Boston attracts over 16 million visitors each year. New England's largest and most influential city, Boston ranks among the world's major centers of education and culture.On the 14th (Thu), wander the streets of Newbury Street, get to know the fascinating history of Freedom Trail, and then contemplate the long history of The Paul Revere House.
To see maps, more things to do, photos, and tourist information, go to the Boston online sightseeing planner .
The Route module can give you travel options from your home to Boston. In March in Boston, expect temperatures between 43°F during the day and 29°F at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 14th (Thu) early enough to go by car to Cambridge.
Things to do in Boston
Side Trips
Hull Lifesaving Museum, Race Point Beach
Highlights from your plan

Race Point Beach
2:00pm, Fri Mar 15

Hull Lifesaving Museum
12:00pm, Fri Mar 15
1
day
Cambridge
1
day

Distinguished for Classical Learning and New Institutions
Best known as the location of two internationally renowned universities, Cambridge sits just across the Charles River from Boston.To see more things to do, maps, other places to visit, and other tourist information, read our Cambridge trip itinerary planning website .
Cambridge is just a short distance from Boston. In March, daytime highs in Cambridge are 43°F, while nighttime lows are 29°F. On the 14th (Thu), you'll travel to Salem.
Things to do in Cambridge
Side Trip
Concord
Highlights from your plan

Minute Man National Historical Park
1:30pm, Sat Mar 16

North Bridge
4:30pm, Sat Mar 16
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