The Official "Hocus Pocus" Movie Locations Tour of Salem
Description
***Please read the entire description before purchasing. Strenuous Long Walk and doesn’t end near start location *** Come celebrate Disney's blockbuster, Hocus Pocus! Starring Better Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker and Kathy Najimy, Hocus Pocus has become one of the most beloved movies. The majority of the movie was filmed in Salem in 1993. We will take you to 5 of the locations used in the filming. Along the way, you will also hear about the Salem Witch Trials, the maritime history, how we became the "Witch City", and more! *There is a considerable amount of walking (~3 miles) at a very fast pace. This walk can be very strenuous and is not recommended for those with the following: back, knee, or hip problems, respiratory, circulatory, cardiac issues or recent surgeries. Pioneer Village is a $5 optional fee (Seasonal only) ****The tour ends in a different location than the start - please plan accordingly. Transportation will not be provided by WCWT.
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Itinerary
Salem Common is a large common green space in central Salem.
One of the top sites in downtown Salem for Hocus Pocus movie fans.
Ropes Mansion would be recognized by Hocus Pocus enthusiasts as Alison's house from the movie.
We will visit one of the oldest cemeteries in the city
You will end the Hocus Pocus movie tour in Pioneer Village, the oldest living history museum in the United States. You will have time to stroll at your own pace and take photos. (Optional) entrance fee $5 per person if you choose to go inside. Weather permitting and may be closed depending on specific circumstances. Please arrange your own transportation back to downtown Salem via Uber/ Lyft if necessary. This tour ends here (which is not near the start location)
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Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
- Children must be accompanied by ticketed adult
- Approximately 3 miles of *strenuous* walking expected during tour at a fast pace.
- Our Tours run rain or shine, we do not cancel for weather. Please wear comfortable shoes and dress accordingly..
- There is uneven terrain and parts are NOT wheelchair/scooter/stroller accessible. Please be prepared.
- Not for those with back, hip, neck, joint problems. Very fast tour and challenging terrain..
- By choosing to purchase a ticket, you and your ticketed guests will be agreeing to our liability waiver which includes a release of liability on our tours as well as a photo release.
- Dog friendly!
- We do not enter any buildings on this tour, this is an outdoor activity only.
- Tour group size may be up to 40 guests per group
- There are no public restrooms on the tour route. Please plan accordingly.
- Pioneer Village is not open on weekdays . So if you choose to book this tour on a weekday you will not gain entrance. Pioneer Village also closes during inclement weather due to muddy conditions..
- We cannot be held responsible if Pioneer Village is closed without notice.
- Pioneer Village (optional with $5 fee) is normally open June through October. Weekends only.
Reviews(678)
Not what I was expecting. Long walk. No heads on website about rest areas or bringing water or length of tour.
Topher was well knowledgeable tour guide with trivia questions.
Hi Jessica , Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review. We are so happy to hear that you had a wonderful time on the Hocus Pocus Movie locations tour of Salem! We have so much fun giving this tour and we are glad you loved it too! We hope that you will come back and see us again in Salem soon. Amuck amuck amuck! Beth and Topher
Our guide was very knowledgeable. A lot of walking but worth it. You get the full experience with all the extra insights you never knew.
Hi Jeff, Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review. We are so happy to hear that you had a wonderful time on the Hocus Pocus Movie locations tour of Salem! We have so much fun giving this tour and we are glad you loved it too! We hope that you will come back and see us again in Salem soon. Amuck amuck amuck! Beth
Michael was very informative. He made the tour fun my grandkids had a blast
Hi Lori, Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review. We are so happy to hear that you had a wonderful time on the Hocus Pocus Movie locations tour of Salem! We have so much fun giving this tour and we are glad you loved it too! We hope that you will come back and see us again in Salem soon. Amuck amuck amuck! Beth and Michael
It was great! Michael was an incredible tour guide, he made the trip fun and interesting. Just need to know it doesn't stop where it started and make sure you have a car at the end of the tour
Hi Lori, Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review. We are so happy to hear that you had a wonderful time on the Hocus Pocus Movie locations tour of Salem! We have so much fun giving this tour and we are glad you loved it too! Yes we do recommend Lyft or Uber to bring you back. We hope that you will come back and see us again in Salem soon. Amuck amuck amuck! Beth and Michael
This was an amazing tour! I am a die hard Hocus Pocus fan but still learned a lot on this tour and the tour guy Topher is the best! He also threw in some general history too on Salem which made it even better. Would recommend to everyone.
Hi TheBalagan, Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review. We are so happy to hear that you had a wonderful time on the Hocus Pocus Movie locations tour of Salem! We have so much fun giving this tour and we are glad you loved it too! We hope that you will come back and see us again in Salem soon. Amuck amuck amuck! Beth and Topher
We had a wonderful tour with Topher; he was a very friendly and knowledgeable guide. I would strongly recommend this tour.
Hi Leonard, Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review. We are so happy to hear that you had a wonderful time on the Hocus Pocus Movie locations tour of Salem! We have so much fun giving this tour and we are glad you loved it too! We hope that you will come back and see us again in Salem soon. Amuck amuck amuck! Beth and Topher
Great time, Bob our guide was very knowledgeable, walking pace was great.
Hi Michelle , Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review. We are so happy to hear that you had a wonderful time on the Hocus Pocus Movie locations tour of Salem! We have so much fun giving this tour and we are glad you loved it too! We hope that you will come back and see us again in Salem soon. Amuck amuck amuck! Beth
This tour was so much fun! Great way to see a lot of Salem, learn some history of the area, see great architecture, and visit places from the movie. Our tour guide Michael was the best!
Hi Kara, Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review. We are so happy to hear that you had a wonderful time on the Hocus Pocus Movie locations tour of Salem! We have so much fun giving this tour and we are glad you loved it too! We hope that you will come back and see us again in Salem soon. Amuck amuck amuck! Beth and Michael
Our tour guide Ryan was a movie fan and history buff and it showed in his narration on our tour. He took us to multiple sites where Hocus Pocus was filmed. He shared fun facts about the filming of the movie as we walked. Ryan always asked, and even encouraged, everyone to take photos. He was more than willing to take pictures using your phone so that entire families/groups could all be in the picture. The tour stops twice, if needed, at local convenience stores in case someone needs to buy a drink or use a restroom. As the TripAdvisor description notes you will end about a mile outside of the touristy area of Salem where the tour starts. NOTE - our tour was in mid May 2026. The final stop Pioneer Village was closed. We learned that the whole Pioneer Village is closed for major renovations. You will only be able to hold a camera up over the solid wooden fence to see into the village.
Hi Leslie, Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review. We are so happy to hear that you had a wonderful time on the Hocus Pocus Movie locations tour of Salem! We have so much fun giving this tour and we are glad you loved it too! We hope that you will come back and see us again in Salem soon. Amuck amuck amuck! Beth and Ryan
