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Never again
We only made it to 2 stops. Gps was not accurate. We got so frustrated we finally Gave up and went to our next destination.
Self-Guided Smartphone Ghost Walking Tour in Salem
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At a glance
- Duration
- 40 min–50 min
- Price from
- $8 / person
- Location
- Salem
- Rating
- 4.3 / 5 · 243 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- WalknTours
- Meeting point
- The tour starts at the front of the Ropes Mansion on Essex Street, just near the front door.
Description
This is a Smartphone Guided ghost tour on our walking tour app. Go to the Ropes Mansion, press play and put your phone in your pocket. From there you are guided turn by turn along the spooky streets of Salem. 1 purchase works on 4 smartphones. Once you unlock the tour it does not expire and can be taken anytime. This offers spooky narration, theatrically crafted and music infused tour you can take anytime. Contactless and social distance friendly. It's recommended to listen on headphones or earbuds. Also you can Listen on a bluetooth speakers or your phone speaker. What makes this tour special? -The spooky narrator is one of a kind. -This is not a fact dumping tour. It's a spooky adventure. -Go anytime. Go at your own pace -Great bang for your buck. Get the adventure for a fraction of the price of other tours.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Ropes Mansion and Garden
We will start in the front and hear the story of the old ghost owner then walk around to the garden and hear the story of the ghost that burned in the mansion and haunts it until today.
The Witch House at Salem
We will stop infront of the Salem Witch house and tell the story of the old owners and the ghosts inside.
We will stop by the Salem Inn and hear about it's most famous ghosts
Bewitched Statue of Elizabeth Montgomery
We will stop at the Bewitched statue and hear the story and connection of the TV show Bewitched and Salem.
Salem Old Town Hall
We will walk past Wicked Books, the Old Town hall and hear the stories of the underground tunnels and the ghosts
We will stop by and hear about the Ghost in Blue, one of the most famous ghosts in Salem
Here we will hear the story of the strangler and the ghosts that haunt below.
we will stop by and hear the story of Harry Houdini and his history in Salem
Charter Street Cemetery
we will stop by the cemetery and hear about it's ghosts
Salem Witch Trials Memorial
We will see the Salem witch trial memorial and hear about the ghosts that lurk near by.
What's included
Included
Recap tour you can take after taking the in person tour
Smartphone Guided Walking Tour
Traveller Ratings
4.3
243 reviews
Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Self-Guided Smartphone Ghost Walking Tour in Salem take?
Self-Guided Smartphone Ghost Walking Tour in Salem lasts about 40 min–50 min. The itinerary has 10 stops.
How much does Self-Guided Smartphone Ghost Walking Tour in Salem cost?
Prices start at $8 per person for this Salem 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 Self-Guided Smartphone Ghost Walking Tour in Salem 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 The tour starts at the front of the Ropes Mansion on Essex Street, just near the front door. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Self-Guided Smartphone Ghost Walking Tour in Salem offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Self-Guided Smartphone Ghost Walking Tour in Salem worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.3 out of 5 across 243 verified reviews; it is run by WalknTours.
Reviews(243)
E
Very good tour & very good value
It was a really good tour. It was very informative. The directions were very precise about which way to face and how far to walk. We loved the flexibility of being able to stop and start as often as we needed or wanted to. We paused a few times to shop and once to just rest along the way. I felt like we got every bit as good of a tour as we would have with a group tour and paid guide, but we could probably hear better since there were only three of us. By the way, we only purchased one tour and just listened to it from my speakerphone. The only downside was that it ran down my phone battery considerably. So in hindsight, I would’ve brought a charger with me. Something to consider if purchasing only 1 (vs 3) might be that if the crowds had been any larger we may not have been able to hear well, but since we did this in September, all 3 of us were able to hear just fine.
C
Best Walking Tour
Very informative & fun. Go at your own pace & enjoy the sites. Would do it again! Wear comfortable shoes though.
J
Great tour!
The narration was great and the sound effects really added to the experience. I have the following advice: Pay close attention to the directions given in the app. Take a few minutes to navigate in the app. One of the guests in my group struggled a little bit. Also I didn’t discover that the EMF meter in the app worked until near the end. But that’s on us.
P
Nice, organized walk
Clear, informative guide. I’d eliminate the comercial business part of it that seem like only a plug for sponsored businesses.
J
WiFi here really doesn’t work
Wasn’t able to use it due to personal issues, headphones broke. GPS was very confused, lots of internet issues in Salem. Downloaded everything before hand as others suggested it didn’t help us
K
Great low cost option!
Enjoyed this narration throughout Salem. Great low cost option to get all of the historic information.
L
Zero access
We didn’t get to do the tour when we arrived in town
T
Two apps fighting, should’ve bought witch-themed rum drink
Couldn’t access audio … walkntours app kept freezing and making my phone both mad and sad. up my phone. Book! And not in the witchy way.
R
Mobile App Access & Support Problems
We couldn’t get the self‑guide mobile app to work, and the support team wasn’t available when we reached out. They should provide clear instructions on accessing the booked service through the app and have support available as advertised. I booked this to explore the place at our own pace, but it ended up wasting our time and money. I’ll choose an in‑person guide next time.
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