Guidebook for Salem

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Guidebook for Salem

Arts & Culture

Current Exhibits: 1. Double Happiness: Celebration in Chinese Art 2. Georgia O’Keeffe: Art, Image, Style 3.It’s Alive, Classic Horror and Sci-Fi Art from the Kirk Hammett Collection- Kirk Hammett, best known as the famed guitarist of the rock band Metallica, is also an avid collector of classic horror and sci-fi movie posters. The exhibition features 90 works that trace Hammett’s collecting journey and examine how he draws inspiration from this material for his own gothic creativity.
Peabody Essex Museum Shop
161 Essex St
Current Exhibits: 1. Double Happiness: Celebration in Chinese Art 2. Georgia O’Keeffe: Art, Image, Style 3.It’s Alive, Classic Horror and Sci-Fi Art from the Kirk Hammett Collection- Kirk Hammett, best known as the famed guitarist of the rock band Metallica, is also an avid collector of classic horror and sci-fi movie posters. The exhibition features 90 works that trace Hammett’s collecting journey and examine how he draws inspiration from this material for his own gothic creativity.
120 locals recommend
Salem Witch Museum
19 1/2 N Washington Square
120 locals recommend
Award-winning live reenactment of a 1692 witch trial, followed by a guided tour of the dungeon
28 locals recommend
Witch Dungeon Museum
16 Lynde St
28 locals recommend
Award-winning live reenactment of a 1692 witch trial, followed by a guided tour of the dungeon
- Experience all the historical stories surrounding Salem’s 1692 witch trials
18 locals recommend
Witch History Museum
197 Essex St
18 locals recommend
- Experience all the historical stories surrounding Salem’s 1692 witch trials
Cinematic Museum
13 locals recommend
Count Orlok's Nightmare Gallery
217 Essex St
13 locals recommend
Cinematic Museum
Step into Salem Wax Museum and experience Frankenstein's Castle with the darkest dungeon and witness the horrors of Dr. Frankenstein
15 locals recommend
Salem Wax Museum of Witches & Seafarers
288 Derby St
15 locals recommend
Step into Salem Wax Museum and experience Frankenstein's Castle with the darkest dungeon and witness the horrors of Dr. Frankenstein
Come tour Nathaniel Hawthorne birthplace
93 locals recommend
The House of the Seven Gables
115 Derby St
93 locals recommend
Come tour Nathaniel Hawthorne birthplace
Salem’s only building with direct ties to the witch trials, the 17th century home of Judge Jonathon Corwin
52 locals recommend
Witch House
310 Essex St
52 locals recommend
Salem’s only building with direct ties to the witch trials, the 17th century home of Judge Jonathon Corwin
Guided by a practicing witch, discover the myths and the facts surrounding witches and their craft.
120 locals recommend
Salem Witch Museum
19 1/2 N Washington Square
120 locals recommend
Guided by a practicing witch, discover the myths and the facts surrounding witches and their craft.

Parks & Nature

85 locals recommend
Salem Willows Park
165 Fort Ave
85 locals recommend
This National Park preserves one of America’s most influential ports, Historic buildings, wharves, and the vessel Friendship; describe the traders and sailors who brought the riches of the Far East to America.
31 locals recommend
Salem Maritime National Historic Site
160 Derby St
31 locals recommend
This National Park preserves one of America’s most influential ports, Historic buildings, wharves, and the vessel Friendship; describe the traders and sailors who brought the riches of the Far East to America.
Offering private sailing charters for up to six guests aboard the classic Friendship sloop Wenonah
6 locals recommend
Sunset Sail Salem
10 Blaney St
6 locals recommend
Offering private sailing charters for up to six guests aboard the classic Friendship sloop Wenonah

Food Scene

Lunch, Dinner, & Drinks! Unrepressed cuisine, veg-friendly specialties, innovative sushi & sharing plates. Glowing glass bar, contemporary mixology. “Opus Underground” an intimate lounge with live music.
57 locals recommend
Opus
87 Washington St
57 locals recommend
Lunch, Dinner, & Drinks! Unrepressed cuisine, veg-friendly specialties, innovative sushi & sharing plates. Glowing glass bar, contemporary mixology. “Opus Underground” an intimate lounge with live music.
62 locals recommend
Ledger Restaurant
125 Washington St
62 locals recommend
The local urban grocery store focused on quality, community, and sustainability. A thoughtful array of groceries, products, grab-n-go prepared meals, and fresh-made sandwiches
10 locals recommend
Milk & Honey Green Grocer
32 Church Street
10 locals recommend
The local urban grocery store focused on quality, community, and sustainability. A thoughtful array of groceries, products, grab-n-go prepared meals, and fresh-made sandwiches
Great flatbread pizzas and bowling
74 locals recommend
Flatbread Company
45 Day St
74 locals recommend
Great flatbread pizzas and bowling
Fresh & Authentic Mexican Food! Award Winning Food & Drink! Coolest Cantina Around!
46 locals recommend
Howling Wolf Taqueria
76 Lafayette St
46 locals recommend
Fresh & Authentic Mexican Food! Award Winning Food & Drink! Coolest Cantina Around!
7 locals recommend
Firenze Trattoria
2 Lynde St
7 locals recommend
Charming atmosphere and a true culinary experience. Giorgio and his staff prepare each dish to perfection. Enjoy a delicious Italian meal with a good glass of wine.
16 locals recommend
Bella Verona
107 Essex St
16 locals recommend
Charming atmosphere and a true culinary experience. Giorgio and his staff prepare each dish to perfection. Enjoy a delicious Italian meal with a good glass of wine.
Located in Downtown Salem, in the historic Salem News Building. Adriatic is a modern European restaurant featuring fresh fish, seasonal vegetables, homemade pastas, and bread. Outdoor seating is available.
33 locals recommend
Adriatic Restaurant
155 Washington St
33 locals recommend
Located in Downtown Salem, in the historic Salem News Building. Adriatic is a modern European restaurant featuring fresh fish, seasonal vegetables, homemade pastas, and bread. Outdoor seating is available.
32 locals recommend
Passage To India
157 Washington St
32 locals recommend
For breakfast or lunch. Closes at 3 pm.
37 locals recommend
Ugly Mug Diner
122 Washington St
37 locals recommend
For breakfast or lunch. Closes at 3 pm.
Bambolina features handcrafted artisan pizza and creative Italian shared plates. Winner of best new restaurant 2016!
36 locals recommend
Bambolina
288 Derby St
36 locals recommend
Bambolina features handcrafted artisan pizza and creative Italian shared plates. Winner of best new restaurant 2016!
Waterfront dining on historic Pickering Wharf. Sea Level is Salem’s only restaurant that boasts an indoor/outdoor bar! Amazing views, the freshest seafood, gourmet pizza, and an amazing beer selection.
77 locals recommend
Sea Level Oyster Bar
94 Wharf St
77 locals recommend
Waterfront dining on historic Pickering Wharf. Sea Level is Salem’s only restaurant that boasts an indoor/outdoor bar! Amazing views, the freshest seafood, gourmet pizza, and an amazing beer selection.
Red’s is Salem’s most popular restaurant. Serving award-winning breakfast and home-cooked meals for over 50 years. Daily lunch specials from $6.95
46 locals recommend
Red's Sandwich Shop
15 Central St
46 locals recommend
Red’s is Salem’s most popular restaurant. Serving award-winning breakfast and home-cooked meals for over 50 years. Daily lunch specials from $6.95
Lunch, Dinner & Drinks! In the heart of historical Salem this casual chic restaurant is the perfect spot for a delicious meal. In the warmer months enjoy your appetizer and cool drink on our brick patio.
32 locals recommend
Rockafellas
231 Essex St
32 locals recommend
Lunch, Dinner & Drinks! In the heart of historical Salem this casual chic restaurant is the perfect spot for a delicious meal. In the warmer months enjoy your appetizer and cool drink on our brick patio.
Outstanding menu includes fresh seafood, steak, flatbreads, and burgers. Brodie’s Lobster Roll won 2014 Best of the North Shore Taster’s Choice Award. Outdoor patio, daily specials, live music
11 locals recommend
Brodie's Seaport
215 Derby St
11 locals recommend
Outstanding menu includes fresh seafood, steak, flatbreads, and burgers. Brodie’s Lobster Roll won 2014 Best of the North Shore Taster’s Choice Award. Outdoor patio, daily specials, live music
This patisserie allows one to experience the best of what the French have to offer; ranging from our chef’s handcrafted pastries, colorful macarons, to freshly baked baguettes, and assorted croissants.
21 locals recommend
Caramel French Patisserie
281 Essex St
21 locals recommend
This patisserie allows one to experience the best of what the French have to offer; ranging from our chef’s handcrafted pastries, colorful macarons, to freshly baked baguettes, and assorted croissants.
Waterfront dining; Raw bar; outdoor parlor; inspired and innovative seasonal menus with seafood, steak, chicken, and vegetarian offerings; fireside lounge; open for lunch and dinner
71 locals recommend
Finz
86 Wharf St
71 locals recommend
Waterfront dining; Raw bar; outdoor parlor; inspired and innovative seasonal menus with seafood, steak, chicken, and vegetarian offerings; fireside lounge; open for lunch and dinner
European-style cafe in the heart of downtown Salem! Breakfast, Panini sandwiches, crepes, gourmet wraps, appetizers, espresso, craft beer, wine, desserts, live music Wednesday-Sunday evenings
67 locals recommend
Gulu-Gulu Cafe
247 Essex St
67 locals recommend
European-style cafe in the heart of downtown Salem! Breakfast, Panini sandwiches, crepes, gourmet wraps, appetizers, espresso, craft beer, wine, desserts, live music Wednesday-Sunday evenings
An authentic New England seafood restaurant. Classic Oyster Bar. Fresh Seafood Market, with beautifully restored function facilities. A reoccurring winner of Northshore Magazine’s “Best of the North Shore” for Best Seafood.
68 locals recommend
Turner’s Seafood at Lyceum Hall
43 Church St
68 locals recommend
An authentic New England seafood restaurant. Classic Oyster Bar. Fresh Seafood Market, with beautifully restored function facilities. A reoccurring winner of Northshore Magazine’s “Best of the North Shore” for Best Seafood.
Vegans and vegetarians “cleanse away all their sins” at these cheap, “green” outlets specializing in “giving your digestive system a spa day” via “light and healthy” yet “delish” organic eats.
240 locals recommend
Life Alive Organic Cafe
765 Massachusetts Ave
240 locals recommend
Vegans and vegetarians “cleanse away all their sins” at these cheap, “green” outlets specializing in “giving your digestive system a spa day” via “light and healthy” yet “delish” organic eats.

Sightseeing

Built in 1819 to house the offices of the U.S. Customs Service, Salem collected millions of dollars of taxes on incoming cargo, providing vital financial support for the new United States government. The building was also the workplace of the famous author Nathaniel Hawthorne. The Public Stores and Scale House have exhibits showcasing global trade in Salem.
13 locals recommend
Salem Custom House
176 Derby St
13 locals recommend
Built in 1819 to house the offices of the U.S. Customs Service, Salem collected millions of dollars of taxes on incoming cargo, providing vital financial support for the new United States government. The building was also the workplace of the famous author Nathaniel Hawthorne. The Public Stores and Scale House have exhibits showcasing global trade in Salem.
The Derby House was the first home of Elias Hasket and Elizabeth Crowninshield Derby. It is a beautiful example of a merchant’s Georgian home and is furnished to reflect the Derbys’ 20 year-long residence in the house.
Derby House
65 Derby Street
The Derby House was the first home of Elias Hasket and Elizabeth Crowninshield Derby. It is a beautiful example of a merchant’s Georgian home and is furnished to reflect the Derbys’ 20 year-long residence in the house.
Learn about true causes and events behind Salem’s witchcraft hysteria through our Salem Witch Hunt film (35 minutes) featuring re-enactors at actual 1692 locations and the Myths & Misconceptions Walking Tour.
Witch Hunt Podcast
190 Bridge St
Learn about true causes and events behind Salem’s witchcraft hysteria through our Salem Witch Hunt film (35 minutes) featuring re-enactors at actual 1692 locations and the Myths & Misconceptions Walking Tour.
This connects all of Salem’s main sites.
Heritage Drive
Heritage Drive
This connects all of Salem’s main sites.

Shopping

A harbor side shopping-village, filled with history and landmarks alike. This is the perfect place to explore what Salem has to offer: from local shops to waterfront dining on the Salem harbor to the Salem Maritime Site and the Friendship trading ship.
33 locals recommend
Pickering Wharf Marina
23 Congress St
33 locals recommend
A harbor side shopping-village, filled with history and landmarks alike. This is the perfect place to explore what Salem has to offer: from local shops to waterfront dining on the Salem harbor to the Salem Maritime Site and the Friendship trading ship.
Warlocks Christian Day and Brian Cain present a Salem Witchcraft shop for those who still believe in magic! Featuring candles, incense, charms, potions, jewelry, cauldrons, broomsticks, books, Voodoo dolls, and psychic readings with Salem Witches!
Hex: Old World Witchery
246 Essex St
Warlocks Christian Day and Brian Cain present a Salem Witchcraft shop for those who still believe in magic! Featuring candles, incense, charms, potions, jewelry, cauldrons, broomsticks, books, Voodoo dolls, and psychic readings with Salem Witches!
A modern witch boutique filled with handmade wares by local and independent artists and makers. Candles, spell kits, home decor, and specialty souvenirs make HausWitch a different kind of witch store.
11 locals recommend
HausWitch Home + Healing
144 Washington St
11 locals recommend
A modern witch boutique filled with handmade wares by local and independent artists and makers. Candles, spell kits, home decor, and specialty souvenirs make HausWitch a different kind of witch store.
An old-world boutique for men & women. Featuring a variety of handmade jewelry and accessories, quality leather goods, romantic clothing, art and home decor, beard and mustache care, vintage curiosities and full hat shop.
9 locals recommend
Emporium 32
6 Central St
9 locals recommend
An old-world boutique for men & women. Featuring a variety of handmade jewelry and accessories, quality leather goods, romantic clothing, art and home decor, beard and mustache care, vintage curiosities and full hat shop.
Find your mojo at Salem’s oldest Witch shop featuring books, spells, herbs, candles, incense, and more. Stop by for a psychic reading and magical circle with Lorelei and her gifted psychics.
8 locals recommend
Crow Haven Corner
125 Essex St
8 locals recommend
Find your mojo at Salem’s oldest Witch shop featuring books, spells, herbs, candles, incense, and more. Stop by for a psychic reading and magical circle with Lorelei and her gifted psychics.
Artists’ Row, originally built as marketplace, has been transformed into artisan/maker/gallery spaces.
6 locals recommend
Artists' Row
24 New Derby St
6 locals recommend
Artists’ Row, originally built as marketplace, has been transformed into artisan/maker/gallery spaces.
J. Mode is a chic contemporary ladies clothing boutique on Salem’s Historic Front St. Collections include Nicole Miller, Tracy Reese, Vince, Three Dots, Velvet, DL Premium Denim, Joe’s Jeans, Big Buddha, and many more.
J Mode
17 Front St
J. Mode is a chic contemporary ladies clothing boutique on Salem’s Historic Front St. Collections include Nicole Miller, Tracy Reese, Vince, Three Dots, Velvet, DL Premium Denim, Joe’s Jeans, Big Buddha, and many more.
Wondrous and whimsical. Unusual and unique. Wacky and weird. Laugh out loud or just smile all the while. GREAT GIFTS!
11 locals recommend
Maria's Sweet Somethings
26 Front St
11 locals recommend
Wondrous and whimsical. Unusual and unique. Wacky and weird. Laugh out loud or just smile all the while. GREAT GIFTS!
A safe, welcoming, spiritual lifestyle store dedicated to the Holy Art of Magick & the Craft of the Wise. “Spells and gifts that keep on giving.”
White Light Pentacles
2 Margin Street
A safe, welcoming, spiritual lifestyle store dedicated to the Holy Art of Magick & the Craft of the Wise. “Spells and gifts that keep on giving.”
Big brands you know (such as Vineyard vines, Lilly Pulitzer, KJP) & local ones you’re going to love! This seaside shop specializes in women’s clothing, jewelry & accessories, all with a beachy vibe.
Ocean Chic Boutique
96 Wharf St
Big brands you know (such as Vineyard vines, Lilly Pulitzer, KJP) & local ones you’re going to love! This seaside shop specializes in women’s clothing, jewelry & accessories, all with a beachy vibe.
European-inspired boutique featuring fine wines, craft beer, kitchen gadgets, gourmet food, and gifts!
11 locals recommend
Pamplemousse
185 Essex St
11 locals recommend
European-inspired boutique featuring fine wines, craft beer, kitchen gadgets, gourmet food, and gifts!
Come for hand-selected and cut-to-order artisanal cheeses and charcuterie, craft brews and exceptional wines, and a wide selection of specialty groceries for cooking and snacking.
19 locals recommend
The Cheese Shop of Salem
45 Lafayette St
19 locals recommend
Come for hand-selected and cut-to-order artisanal cheeses and charcuterie, craft brews and exceptional wines, and a wide selection of specialty groceries for cooking and snacking.
Literary-themed gift shop with eclectic and antique books, humor; unique souvenirs, novelties, custom teas, fragrant soaps, t-shirts, exclusive jewelry; writing implements, Austen, Poe, Sherlock, Steampunk, Corsets & Victorian-inspired accessories.
The Marble Faun Books & Gifts
102 Wharf St
Literary-themed gift shop with eclectic and antique books, humor; unique souvenirs, novelties, custom teas, fragrant soaps, t-shirts, exclusive jewelry; writing implements, Austen, Poe, Sherlock, Steampunk, Corsets & Victorian-inspired accessories.
Visit the new Waite & Peirce store to shop our curated selection of authentic and exotic goods and to learn more about the Salem Maritime National Historic Site.
Waite & Peirce
193 Derby St
Visit the new Waite & Peirce store to shop our curated selection of authentic and exotic goods and to learn more about the Salem Maritime National Historic Site.
Best selection of souvenir t-shirts, select hoods and sweatshirts in Salem. Select Salem & Boston t-shirts only $5. Infant-adult 4x.
12 locals recommend
Witch Pix
172 Essex St
12 locals recommend
Best selection of souvenir t-shirts, select hoods and sweatshirts in Salem. Select Salem & Boston t-shirts only $5. Infant-adult 4x.

Entertainment & Activities

An intimate performance space featuring The Tarot Experiment. Also art exhibits, workshops, and gifts. Tarot and Spell Casting Sessions are available.
The Witchery
86 Wharf St
An intimate performance space featuring The Tarot Experiment. Also art exhibits, workshops, and gifts. Tarot and Spell Casting Sessions are available.
A premium witch-costume photo studio. Be the star of your own photo shoot and capture the allure of being a witch.
12 locals recommend
Witch Pix
172 Essex St
12 locals recommend
A premium witch-costume photo studio. Be the star of your own photo shoot and capture the allure of being a witch.

Drinks & Nightlife

Salem’s first and only distillery since before prohibition! With a modern twist on traditional recipes, our handcrafted spirits are Damn Righteous. Stop in for tours, tastings, and bottles to go.
12 locals recommend
Deacon Giles Distillery
75 Canal St
12 locals recommend
Salem’s first and only distillery since before prohibition! With a modern twist on traditional recipes, our handcrafted spirits are Damn Righteous. Stop in for tours, tastings, and bottles to go.
American session beer production brewery, beer hall, and beer garden in Salem, MA
49 locals recommend
Notch Brewery & Tap Room
283R Derby St
49 locals recommend
American session beer production brewery, beer hall, and beer garden in Salem, MA
Local Brewery with Outdoor Biergarten
27 locals recommend
Far From The Tree Cider
108 Jackson St
27 locals recommend
Local Brewery with Outdoor Biergarten