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Great walking tour
Tour guide was very knowledgeable
Operator response
Hello and Thank you for the fantastic review! Please be sure to come back and visit us and Salem Again soon!
Boston Witchcraft Tour
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At a glance
- Duration
- 1h 30min
- Price from
- $30 / person
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 3 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 35
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation
- Meeting point
- We meet in front of the Boston Common Tablet along the fence that separates Park Street from the Park Street subway station.
- Confirmation
- Instant
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Description
Long before the infamous 1692 Salem witchcraft trials, the shadows of witchcraft loomed over Boston. Join the Boston Witchcraft Walk, a premier historical walking tour, that explores the chilling reality of colonial life, superstition, and the witch executions that gripped the city. Boston was the site of the 2nd witchcraft execution in New England in 1648. Over the next 40 years, four more women would face the gallows. Learn the tragic story of Goody Glover, the last woman executed for witchcraft in Massachusetts four years before the Salem hysteria. Discover the pivotal roles played by Reverends Increase and Cotton Mather and how Boston’s religious elite influenced the accusations that would eventually impact Salem. Walk the streets of downtown Boston to see where victims lived, the location of the former jail & the final resting places of those involved in the trials. Understand the 17th-century mindset where pacts with the devil were considered a tangible threat to the community.
Tour Options
Itinerary
It is our meeting spot but travelers will see the grandiose building. We will do our introduction there.
We will discuss what happened to this woman who was executed for speaking for what she believed in.
We will discuss her role in the Antonimian controversy.
We will make a stop at a historic spot on Boston Common and explain what happened there.
We will discuss the "accused witch" who lived in this location and her story from 1688.
We will discuss the people buried in the cemetery who have connections to the witchcraft trials and what they did.
We will discuss the people buried in the cemetery who have connections to witchcraft trials and what they did.
We will discuss Reverend John Cotton from the 1630s and his role in the Antinomian Controversy, Roger Williams and, eventually Witchcraft. We will also
We will go to the site of the old jail where several people were imprisoned for witchcraft and died.
We will go to the location of the original Green Dragon Tavern and the new Green Dragon Tavern and discuss Chief Justice William Stoughton, who owned the original.
We will visit the Paul Revere house where Increase Mather had a home there that burned by fire. Mather and his son lived there and preached at a church nearby. They were critical in the withcraft trials in Boston and Salem.
Highlights
tour guide,
What's included
Included
tour guide,
Not included
Bottled water
Traveller Ratings
5.0
3 reviews
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- The length of this tour is about two miles so it could be difficult for those who are have issues walking long distances.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Boston Witchcraft Tour take?
Boston Witchcraft Tour lasts about 1h 30min. The itinerary has 11 stops.
How much does Boston Witchcraft Tour cost?
Prices start at $30 per person for this Boston experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel Boston Witchcraft Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is We meet in front of the Boston Common Tablet along the fence that separates Park Street from the Park Street subway station.. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Boston Witchcraft Tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 35 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(3)
K
Great informative tour of local witchcraft history
Allan was passionate and so informative about witchcraft.that occurred in places other than Salem Mass I was amazed at the information he told us. It was great actually being at the spots where these events occurred Such an eye opener experience. I would highly recommend this tour for history enthusiasts
Operator response
Hello and Thank you for the amazing review! We're so pleased to hear you had a great time with us! Allan is one of the best guides in town! Please be sure to come back and visit again soon!
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Hookers and Howes
We thoroughly enjoyed learning about the Howes and the Hookers with our small group from our wonderful tour guide! Thank goodness for humor and our guide having an abundance of historical knowledge from the area! We learned so much AND had a great time doing it.
Operator response
Thank you so much. Boston has a lot of history and witchcraft is part of that. The "Hooker" reference has nothing to do with witchcraft, but we passed the General Hooker entrance of the Mass State House that drew a laugh. He was a military general. The Howes were actually the Howens. Mrs. Howen believed Goody Glover cursed her. Mrs Howen died in 1682. Goody Glover was executed in 1688.
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