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  • micsnoop2012
    Dothan, AL51 contributions
    Review of: The House of the Seven Gables
    Quirky House of Historical Secrets
    Loved visiting this historical site. What a quirky house of secrets and stories. Makes me want to reread the book. Geoffrey was a good tour guide and had a great sense of humor.
    Written 15 May 2022
    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
  • Colleen R
    Buffalo, NY9 contributions
    Review of: Peabody Essex Museum
    Love this place!
    Not enough time in a day to see everything. The great animal orchestra is an absolute must see. Incredibly informative and unique. The Yin Yu Tang home is a step back in time. The home is spectacularly preserved. The Marie Watt and Cannupa Hanska Luger exhibit was excellent, emotional and powerful images.
    Written 6 May 2022
    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
  • CaseyB05
    18 contributions
    Review of: Old Burying Point Cemetery
    Serene & Calming
    Such an amazing experience. The cemetery has such a serene feel to it. Seeing the graves and understanding the time that has lapsed since these people were laid to rest.
    Written 9 May 2022
    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
  • Raygina1980
    Fort Collins, CO60 contributions
    Review of: Salem Witch Trials Memorial
    Touching.
    The memorial seems to be simple, but it's poignant. There is a stone shelf in front of each name where people leave flowers, coins and other tokens to show that the people killed by ignorance haven't been forgotten.
    Written 7 May 2022
    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
  • Elizabeth M
    Oswego, NY52 contributions
    Review of: Salem Ferry
    Fantastic travel experience!
    What a fun way to travel between Salem and Boston! We usually take the train to make the trip,but decided to give the ferry a try. It was well worth the cost and was the most enjoyable trip between the two cities that we've ever had.
    Written 3 May 2022
    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
  • Matina E
    6 contributions
    Review of: Witch House
    A good historical sight
    I found this house to be so fascinating. I loved how there were many different rooms to go in and out of, and descriptions of everything. It was a self guided tour. I took off one star because there was no public restroom which I think is silly if you are a paying customer you should have access to a restroom during your visit.
    Written 17 May 2022
    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
  • Rebecca C
    Maryland5 contributions
    Review of: Salem Witch Museum
    Informative but brief
    My husband & I booked on to the last tour of the day as we were traveling from Maine & didn’t want to be late (the website is clear about not refunding tickets or changing times). We got there early and were allowed in the gift shop as this would be closed after the tour. Both parts of the tour were interesting & told the story of the people involved in this area, as well as the poignant reminder of how relevant this history is today. Unfortunately, we were not able to read the timeline in full as a guide told us the museum was closing so we had to leave at 5.35pm. I had expected the tour to last until 6pm as that is what is on the ticket, so was a bit annoyed that we were expected to pay full price but got half the time.
    Written 14 May 2022
    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
  • Aaron M
    7 contributions
    Review of: Bewitched Statue of Elizabeth Montgomery
    Free, Public, Cute
    It’s cute. It’s free. It’s public. It’s centrally located. It’s fun to take pictures with. What’s not to like? No need to go out of your way to see it, but if you’re into the show, it’s worth a peek!
    Written 26 March 2022
    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
  • Tdotgirl1969
    Edmond, OK257 contributions
    Review of: Salem Witch Village
    Clip of history
    It was an interesting go at your own pace type of exhibit. There were a lot great things to see. It was a wonderful interactive exhibit for all groups. (Singles, couples, families) The location was very central to everything.
    Written 23 March 2022
    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
  • Patricia M
    5 contributions
    Review of: Witch Dungeon Museum
    Fun, silly thing activity
    Brought my daughter here to visit while in Salem while on vacation. The tour is short and a little silly but the actors seemed to be having a good time which was entertaining.
    Written 15 May 2022
    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
  • Sally B
    20 contributions
    Review of: Pickering Wharf
    Peaceful Views
    I loved sitting at the wharf and looking at the Friendship of Salem replica. I could've sat there all day with my coffee!
    Written 24 August 2021
    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
  • NhBeaglemom
    Goffstown, NH344 contributions
    Review of: Salem Maritime National Historic Site
    Great history
    Wonderful historical area. Be sure to visit the area across the street and the houses. There is a beautiful garden area behind one house and more historical markers explaining other houses and their use during colonial times. There is even the building where they would weigh the goods. We visited in April and could not go on the ship. We walked around while visiting 7 gables area. Such a beautiful town to walk around in. Love that so many houses have plaques stating original owners and who they were/their jobs.
    Written 26 April 2022
    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
  • Jessica C
    18 contributions
    Review of: Ropes Mansion
    Beautiful experience
    We visited in the first week of May so they were still getting ready to plant which was fine. It was still very beautiful and the pond was very serene. I would love to have a garden like that. So many ideas.
    Written 5 May 2022
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  • Sally B
    20 contributions
    Review of: Salem Willows Amusement Park
    Nice Walk and Food
    This park is just the right size for a nice walk by the water without being overtaken by crowds. The Clam Shack has great food, we actually went there twice on our trip. The little accompanying beach is very nice as well.
    Written 24 August 2021
    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
  • Raygina1980
    Fort Collins, CO60 contributions
    Review of: Proctor's Ledge Memorial
    Simple but beautiful.
    If you weren't looking for it, you could totally miss it. We went around dusk, but the memorial is lighted. It's similar to the Witch Memorial, but there aren't the stone shelves. It appears that people still leave tokens on top of the wall above the names. There doesn't seem to be much street parking by it, so we parked at the Walgreens just down the road.
    Written 7 May 2022
    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
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