5 days in Salem Itinerary

Best known for its 1692 witch trials, Salem has a number of significant historical sites, a bustling downtown, and many witch-themed attractions.

Peabody Essex Museum and Hancock-Clarke House will appeal to museum buffs. Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Sleepy Hollow Cemetery and Cape Ann Museum. Venture out of the city with trips to The Old Manse (in Concord), Lexington (Buckman Tavern & Lexington Visitors Center) and Wolf Hollow (in Ipswich). The adventure continues: take in the exciting artwork at Salem Art Gallery, see the interesting displays at Salem Witch Museum, steep yourself in history at The House of the Seven Gables, and walk around Salem Common.

To see ratings and other tourist information, go to the Salem trip planner.

April in Salem sees daily highs of 56°F and lows of 38°F at night.