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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. Aside from its infamous past of supposed sorcery, Salem was one of the most important seaports in early America, and was at the center of the clipper-ship trade with the Far East. The city’s historical harbor provides those on vacation with a glimpse into its seafaring heritage. Downtown boasts a large number of restaurants, cafes, and a wide variety of stores, including a multitude of Wiccan and Halloween-themed shops, boutiques, galleries, delis, and more. Salem is in Massachusetts (MA). To arrange what you want to do in Salem, use our United States trip maker site .
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Best things to do in Salem

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The House of the Seven Gables
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Peabody Essex Museum
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Salem Witch Museum
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Pickering Wharf
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Salem Maritime National Historic Site
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Omen: Psychic Parlor and Witchcraft Emporium
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Crow Haven Corner
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Hex: Old World Witchery
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Bewitched in Salem
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Count Orlok's Nightmare Gallery
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The Witch House/Corwin House
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Witch Dungeon Museum
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Winter Island Park
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Salem Willows Amusement Park
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Waikiki Beach
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Magika - Chapel of Archangel Michael
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Salem Witch Trials Memorial
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Old Burying Point Cemetery
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Where to stay in Salem

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There are a number of accommodations within walking distance of downtown, enabling you to make the most of Salem’s nightlife and dining options. Those who want a room rich with character should look to the outskirts of the city. There you can find a number of charming bed and breakfasts, several of which are in restored century-old homes. A house or apartment rental is ideal if you're on vacation for a longer period of time.
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