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Ghosts of Christmas Past a Haunted Holiday Stroll in Salem

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“Ghosts of Christmas Past”: a Haunted Holiday Stroll

Uncover Salem’s fascinating and ghostly holiday history, from strict Puritan bans on Christmas making it illegal even to celebrate, to Victorian Holiday ghost stories originally told around the fireside. With warm Yuletide cheer, we examine ancient customs of Yule and other Pagan winter solstice traditions of Krampus, Frau Perchten “the Christmas Witch”, and Mary Lwyd!

Spend your holiday season with us for a storytelling experience you’ll never forget.

What's Included

  • Snacks We will be serving Hot Apple Cider.
  • Professional Licensed Guide
  • Gratuities are not included
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32 Derby Square
Salem, MA 01970, USA

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Salem Old Town Hall

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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Bewitched Statue of Elizabeth Montgomery

See Elizabeth Montgomery’s Bewitched Statue
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

The Witch House at Salem

Your guide will share holiday ghost stories at the house. We Do Not go in.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Ropes Mansion and Garden

Holiday traditions
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Salem Athenaeum

Victorian holiday story time.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Pickering House

A visit to the oldest home in Salem.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Hamilton Hall

Various Christmas stories.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Salem

Christmas Holiday Traditions and winter solstice
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Salem Old Town Hall

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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 40 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Ghosts of Christmas Past a Haunted Holiday Stroll in Salem?

A: This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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Activity code: C-37124P18

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What's Included

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  • SnacksWe will be serving Hot Apple Cider.
  • Professional Licensed Guide
  • Gratuities are not included

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 40 travelers

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