I went to Salem, MA and I won’t be going back

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[Highlyhazel]

As someone who grew up in Danvers, which is Old Salem. I’d say make sure to do more than watch Hocus Pocus before making the choice to visit Salem alone. The Rebecca Nurse home is in Danvers and has the best info on the time period. Remember it was basically a mass execution, not a pointy hat and cute spells and cats. That said if you are willing to venture outside Salem, Little Italy pizza in Beverly is top notch, Supremes in Danvers, little spots. If you want more cosmopolitan vibes go to Newburyport, maybe Gloucester or Boston. In my opinion Salem just isn’t exciting enough to visit without venturing to other towns. Hope this helps!

[janetlucha]

Can't understand your review. Sounds like you did not do your research before you went. This city is filled with history. This is not Disney nor should it be. Sounds like you wanted a lot of bells and whistles. I've been here 4 times and will be going again next month.

[sillygirlvampire]

One of the best attractions of Salem is the Peabody Essex Museum. Not witchy, but a world class museum.

[retreivermomx]

Witch Dungeon is one of the best attraction as is the Witch Museum. If you’re expecting to see an actual Witch in Salem you will be disappointed. They dress like you and me and they don’t announce it. Most people sell the hype. Salem is a tourist trap…it’s like Disney for the Dark…without the rides unless you go in October. Salem is HUGE on supporting local artists. Artists row is one of the best places to go. I lived there for 30 years

[bmbear]

As a resident of Salem, I definitely would not have recommended most of the places you went to. Salem is home to the oldest continual museum in the US, Peabody Essex Museum.
You should have stopped there. When I visit cities, I ask locals where to go… not yelp.

[nik]

I've never seen someone complain so much before in one video. Wow.

[skepticalmaiden]

Researching the place would have helped greatly in not being disappointed by the destination. I haven’t been to Salem yet and I was a bit surprised about how much you didn’t know beforehand and I’m talking general knowledge. Even watching a couple of good videos on here would have helped avoid the tourist traps if one doesn’t have some grasp of the history of the places to visit in the city. Seriously, this was totally on you.

[Տtefen]

So what im gathering from this is you went to literally every tourist trap but neglected to go to the places that actually make salem, salem.

[benjalucian]

If you really had food poisoning, you would have been too sick to even get out of bed with severe cramps and nausea. Food poisoning is that bad, with constant trips to the bathroom to empty your GI tract from both ends. Chances are whatever you ate just disagreed with you.
My sister and her daughter also went to Salem, this year. They went the first week in October. They paid a normal price at a local chain hotel. Locals told them that the leaves won't change until the end of October. Watching Youtuber Rachel Maksy who lives in Massachusetts, you could tell this was true by just looking at her yard. Still want to go. I was surprised you didn't comment on the House of Seven Gables, the namesake of the famous novel or the Hocus Pocus house. Did they not have any local dishes to try? I wouldn't go to Massachusetts to get a tortilla wrap. Save that for California or the southwest.

[rosies_littlemango]

gang as a resident it’s tourists like u that we don’t like it’s not freaking disney land it’s where ppl live and full of history like plz never come back

[luella]

I actually do have Salem on my bucket list. Because, I want to go to my 10th Great Grandmother's memorial and pay my respects to her. She was Susannah North Martin, who was hung on July 19, 1692. She was accused of being a "witch, but was just a 72 year old Christian lady, who would not admit that she was a "witch", thus she was hung.

[carlavancleave]

I went to Salem in the late 70’s. I stayed in Boston for three weeks and took a bus to Salem. There were not as many tourist attractions then, witchcraft still being somewhat in the closet, and some like the Witches House were closed in December. Focusing on history and literature, I did my own walking tour and toured the House of Seven Gables and places associated with Nathaniel Hawthorne. One of the highlights for me was the Peabody Essex Institute Museum. It’s a large old museum with several floors. If you like early American architecture and gardens, it is a great place for walking.I would recommend not staying in Salem and doing a little research before leaving so you know which places you wish to visit.

[WhiskerMoon]

I think The House of the Seven Gabels is probably one of the best historical places to visit, even though it's not about witches. There's nothing kitchy or touristy about it and it's beautiful. I loved visiting Salem and had a great time tbh. I love architecture, so I had a blast just walking around the town. I'd definitely go back!

A bit out of the main town core was the Black Veil Shop of Drear and Wonder, and it was one of the coolest vibes (but pricey items). And the Satanic Temple has the best gift shop and awesome art :)

[SusyJacuzzi]

Salem is both touristy and historic. You can do all the schockly, scary "witch" things (the witch, pirate, etc. "museums") and historical things (PEM, House of the Seven Gables, etc.). It is a beautiful city and delightfully walkable in the historical part of it. If you want the rowdy and crowded Halloween experience, go in October. If you want a quieter experience, go in other good weather months. You can find less expensive hotels in Salem, or in nearby towns, like Peabody. I've visited it several times & find something new and fun everytime.

[inui]

it's really not "the witch house" it's the House of the Seven Gables, a historic landmark known to have inspired Nathaniel Hawthorne. It looks spooky but it's not meant to be about witches. It's better to go to learn about Salem's maritime history. People treat Salem (and a lot of New England in general) like some extra special magical places when they're just...normal. If you go with regular expectations and do your research in advance it's nice. Also you should have taken the trolley tour and taken a day trip to the Plimoth Patuxet Museum if you could swing it.

[sclerismockrey]

i am sure they won't note your absence. maybe researching a little more before planning travel would help you have a more enjoyable time and lead to less whiny videos.

[sarahgibby]

Places you should go NEXT time:
1) Witch Dungeon Museum (great overview of the 1692 Hysteria with Dungeon and beam)
2) Ledgers Restaurant
3) Turner’s Restaurant
4) Dire Wolf Tavern
5) Ghost walking tour
6) Salem Witch Museum
7) Historical walking tour
8) Pentagram
10) Pyramid Books
11) Omen
12) The SALEM HOTEL for drinks on the roof deck.
13) Hex
14) The Witchery
15) Gallows Hill Theater, 3 shows
16) Nathaniel Hawthorne House
17) Witch House
18) Proctor’s Ledge

Outside but near Salem and part of its Historical Salem Witch Trials:
A) Rebecca Nurse Homestead, Danvers MA (see Salem
village meeting house built to historical spec there)

B) Parsonage, Danvers MA (where Tituba says she encountered the Devil)

C) Richard Trask research center in Danvers, MA for great information.

[suzannebousquet]

The Peabudy Essex Museum is amazing. It does not deal with witchcraft. The China House within is worth seeing. I am partial, I am from MA. Honestly, I wouldn't go near Salem in October!! You should go to Old Sturbridge Village. Not into witchcraft, but very historical.

[sydneydarrowart]

The thing is, yes it's crazy packed in october, but that is when everyone there is dressed up in costume and it turns into like a real life Halloweentown, they do live reenactments of the trials, and street performances, it really is cool but the rest of the year its just a historical town

[sandysimmer]

I lived near Salem many years ago and was able to visit frequently. Such a fascinating and rewarding place for me to unwind.