Enjoy a spooky adventure and learn more about Nathaniel Hawthorne and his connection to Salem with this self-guided audio tour. Download the app on your phone and start the tour whenever you want by heading to the Hawthorne Statue. Walk past key sites, including the House of the Seven Gables, while learning about Hawthorne and the ghosts said to haunt these locations.
- Self-guided audio tour in Salem focused on Hawthorne
- Great value download works on two smartphones
- Easy navigation with turn-by-turn directions
- Explore at your own pace and schedule
What To Expect
Hawthorne Hotel
Over the years it has been a favorite spot of celebrities while staying in the witch city including George Bush, Liza Minelli, and Johnny Cash.
And guests have consistently noted ghostly occurrences while staying at the Hawthorne hotel.
3 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Salem Common
The Salem Common is said to be haunted by the ghost of a band leader. You’ll see the band stand and the grounds they walk.
3 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Salem Witch Museum
Nathaniel Hawthorne had a strong family link to the Salem Witch Trails. He was related to several accused witches and a Judge. You’ll hear about his link and his remorse.
• Admission Ticket Free
St. Peter’s-San Pedro Episcopal Church
The headstones you see on the corner are just that, headstones. With nothing but dirt underneath. You’ll hear about the ghosts that now haunt the grounds and the church.
3 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Gardner-Pingree House
On April 6th, 1830, Captain White, a wealthy slave trade merchant, was found murdered in this house. And the story became the biggest event since the Witch Trials.
• Admission Ticket Free
Bung Hole Liquor Store Salem mass
Once a Funeral home turned speak easy turned liquor store this spot is as haunted as a lobster roll is full of mayo.
3 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
The Custom House
On April 9, 1846, Hawthorne was sworn in as surveyor of Salem at a salary of $1,200 per year, a decent salary at the time.
The position was so prestigious that his appointment was noted in the New York Tribune saying “the popular writer” has been named surveyor. But thing did not end well.
You’ll hear his story here, why the Scarlet Letter was a hit and the ghosts that walk it’s halls.
• Admission Ticket Free
Mercy Tavern
In the basement of the Mercy tavern, and below the city of Salem runs an underground secret tunnel system that was built by local merchants to smuggle goods to and from the wharf. And you’ll hear the stories of the ghosts that now haunt them.
3 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Morning Glory Bed & Breakfast
Its guests have reported other worldly residents that haunt here including the spirit of a young teenage girl in turn of the century clothing walking the halls.
And the most notable encounter is that of the spirits children that frequent the rooms.
• Admission Ticket Free
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Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Most travelers can participate
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Max group – 15
