Top 50 things to do and attractions in Danvers

Essential to Fully Understanding the Salem Witch Trials My daughter (13) and I visited The Rebecca Nurse Homestead on July 1, 2025. The guides at the site were both helpful and very knowledgeable. Rebecca Nurse was a key figure in the Salem Witch Trials. Her story is important because it highlights the hysteria and injustice of the trials, the devastating impact on innocent individuals, and ultimately, the eventual shift in public opinion the helped bring the trials to a close. Rebecca Nurse's story is not just one of tragedy. Her family and descendants have worked to preserve her memory and ensue that her legacy is one of resilience and a reminder of the importance of justice and integrity. To fully understand the events of the Salem Witch Trials take time to visit The Rebecca Nurse Homestead.

A beautiful location to visit to get to know one of the many victims of the 1692 Salem Witch Trials - this property was a wonderful experience, including the family cemetery (George Burroughs is also in this cemetery now as well who was murdered during the hysteria), and a great tour each hour. You buy tickets at the property, they are not available online.

Such a beautiful, peaceful property. A place you must visit to begin the journey into the history of the Salem witch trials. The story of Rebecca Nurse and all the victims makes this place sacred ground.

We visited today and had an absolutely amazing experience. The tour is included in the price, and I highly recommend taking it. Our tour guide Lisa was absolutely amazing, super knowledgeable. Because we had a small group, she was able to tailor the tour to our particular interests, as well as answer all our questions and expand on them. I love history, and this was truly one of the best historical tours I’ve been on. There is an audio tour available, but it does not compare to the live tour. That said, it is helpful for the burial plot, which the guided tour does not cover. If you are interested in learning the actual history of the trials, the Nurse family, colonial life, and more, not the sensationalized version, I highly recommend visiting.

We visited here last weekend. It was interesting. Didn’t give it five stars because you couldn’t tour the entire house, only one room. The walk out to the cemetery was refreshing. Cemetery was historical.

We went to Danvers and Salem hoping to learn lots about the history of the witch trials and we sure did! This was one of our favourite places on our visit. I loved going through the homes and through the cemetery to pay my respects to some of the victims of the witch trials and their families. The workers here were so friendly and kind. I also love that this place is maintained by volunteers. It really shows how much community means to MA and makes me want to find similar initiatives near my home! Thank you for such a great experience!

So worth while! If I could do my Salem trip again (we came from Michigan) I’d start here first instead of last and here’s why. We did two other tours in Salem while there and we got some conflicting stories about things BUT our tour guide at Rebecca Nurses house (I believe her name was Lisa) was hands down the bomb. She told us stuff the other tour guides didn’t mention and things even in general about Salem in that time not just about Rebecca Nurses house. She was a plethora of information! She gave us not only her opinions but even was talking about why what is believed to be the reason why or why not they did happen, even sighting a scientific journal- this girl knows her stuff! What was supposed to be a 30 minute tour ended up being almost an hour and half bc she was so receptive with letting us ask her questions. And the way she delivered said information was so engaging. This woman was a real gem to this whole experience for me.

What a beautiful park!!! It's the perfect park for everyone! If you are into yoga, bring your mat. Picnic? Perfect for picnics, for families or couples. There's a farm with so many cute animals., the kids love them. There's an actual playground for kids and plenty seats for parents to seat and watch the kids play.

Nice spot to chill solo or in family, as there’s a picnic area, a pond, a walking/running path, a god park and a playground.

Amazing place! So scenic and quiet. There is a huge playground for littles. A lifecourse trail that is 1.8 miles long and it was wonderful. Farm animals and a little farm house to walk thru. Overall my new favorite park!

Very nice and well maintained park.We love coming here with kids.

Such a beautiful public space during this time of year. You could smell the lilacs in the air, all the flowers are blooming & there are tons of grassy areas where you can let your kids run around, walk your dog or go for a nice walk and unwind. We visited today to take pictures before the Everett Senior Prom. The photos came out beautifully & there were so many private areas throughout the park, allowing for a lot of different groups of kids to take pictures without holding eachother up. As I drove out I noticed there is also a great playground area that is fenced in. This would be a fantastic place to take younger kids for a few hours, they could have a picnic lunch on the grass, in the shade & the kids could go and play at the park after.

This is a lovely park hidden in Danvers! It has quite a lot from a pond, to animals, to a garden, to a playground. My youngest loved seeing the horses, goats, chickens, ducks, goats, and pigs. We were only there for a short time, but i will make sure to come back when I'm in the area Parking is free on the weekdays but costs $5 for non-residents on the weekends. I think it's worth the price because there's a lot packed in on the grounds, and you could spend the whole day exploring. Bring a picnic lunch and you'll be all set.

Excellent place friendly staff $2 for danvers residents and $4 for non residents no change given so that $20 I paid to park was a good donation. I would consider it worth the extra I paid to park because I would have donated to buy a bale of hay with the same amount. My kids loved all the animals and the playground

Never read the book, but looked interesting, my wife had and wanted to go. The tie guide was very knowledgeable in the story, the home, architecture, hawthorne and his lineage and she made the tour very enjoyable. The grounds are beautiful and also very interesting. One great thing i never knew was the effort to help people gain legal citizenship through classes which also help teach English. Really great to know money from my tour goes to this. A wonderful cause.

The House of the Seven Gables is one of Salem’s crown jewels - part museum, part literary landmark, part seaside retreat. It’s always busy, especially during peak Halloween season, so it’s best to reserve tickets in advance if you want to tour the interior. Even if tours are sold out, don’t skip it: the reduced-fare grounds ticket (around $15) is still a great value. It grants access to the scenic property, the gift shop, the restrooms, the Hawthorne birth home, and some of the outlying buildings, plus the stunning waterfront area. Between the historic architecture, the sea breeze, and the view of the harbor, it’s a peaceful escape from downtown’s chaos. The guided tour of the main Gables house is a highlight as it’s informative without being dry, blending stories of the real Turner family with Hawthorne’s inspiration for his classic novel. Walking through the low-ceilinged rooms, antique furnishings, and especially climbing the narrow hidden staircase tucked inside the walls is a thrill for any history or literature lover. The guides do an excellent job of capturing both the historical and literary importance of the site while keeping things engaging for visitors of all ages. The self-guided Hawthorne birth home, meanwhile, is smaller but equally fascinating, displaying authentic period furniture and personal items tied to Hawthorne’s family. The grounds themselves are worth lingering in. Between the gardens, cobblestone paths, and panoramic views of the waterfront, there’s no shortage of photo opportunities or places to simply sit and take in the atmosphere. On warm days, the wind coming off the water makes it a perfect spot to cool down and relax before heading back toward the bustle of Essex Street. The gift shop deserves its own mention too, stocked with locally inspired books, literary souvenirs, and even games that tie into Salem’s history. Whether you’re there for Hawthorne, colonial history, or just the coastal New England charm, the House of the Seven Gables absolutely lives up to its legend.

We went in September and the gardens were in bloom and it was not crowded. Our guide made our experience very enjoyable. The gift shop has item such as tee shirts saying I survived the secret staircase. For seniors admission five dollars less. I am not sure but the proceeds go towards the economy of the town of Salem. There is a lot of walking to be done but there are benches in places. There are great views of the water to.

This was a treat for me being that I read the book. Its a very neat tour and a very cool house and the grounds are SPECTACULAR. It has very little to do with the Salem Witches though. If you like old buildings and historical feeling things, this may be worth it for you. If you skip the house tour your won't be missing anything truly relevant to the trials or Halloween. I do recommend the grounds tour though. Especially if you love a majestic view. The pictures I took do not do it justice. Also, no ghosts were felt or spotted during the tour.

Purchase tickets in advance!! There are a lot of stairs with some being very narrow. Low ceilings as well just FYI. Definitely worth it though. Amazing experience! It was wonderful tour full of information an surprises! Parking is included with your tour ticket. You can park about 20 mins prior to your tour time and stay for 1 hour after your tour ends.

It was a great experience and our tour guild was informative and funny. My only issue is they gave you a map of the grounds but not the inside of the house so i felt a little lost in the house. But overall a good visit.

Cool tour. If you are into early American history, or literature you'll love this tour. This is a house built in the early 1600's and has survived and been restored over the years. A relative of the author, Nathaniel Hawthorne, was a famous American author and visiting this house and listening to his aunt tell him stories of growing up in this house inspired him to write the House of the Seven Gables novel. Has rooms restored to the time period, and original antique furniture and home pieces. The coolest part is a secret stairway that goes behind the fireplace up to the attic. Our tour guide was very knowledgeable.

Such an icon to visit! This was the first time I had gone into the little gift shop around back, haven't walked through the museum though. Some neat items for purchase but the real attraction is the house itshelf! So much history and such a beautiful sight!

“The Witch House is famous because it is the only surviving building in Salem with direct ties to the 1692 Witchcraft Trials, as it was the home of Judge Jonathan Corwin. Corwin was a magistrate who presided over many of the pre-trial examinations for the accused, making his home a significant historical landmark and a popular destination for those interested in Salem's history. The house is now a museum open to the public. “ I went during October on a Monday and it was pretty easy to get around and take pictures of. I did not go inside. “Captain Nathaniel Davenport originally owned the land where the Witch House at 310 Essex Street now resides.While Davenport started construction of the house, it was left unfinished when Jonathan Corwin bought it in 1675.”

Amazing! Don’t just walk though, talk to the historians there to learn about the house! I could have spent all day with these ladies. I learned so much about the time period, construction, etc. so many people will just walk through. Stop and pause and it’s amazing! Also the proceeds from this experience pay for many of the other Salem historical sites. Definitely worthy, talk to the guides!

We went through this. Another pick I am happy to have done. Neat to see what "rich" looked like back then. Lots of history. Lots of reading!! Take your time through it but it's only so big. 20-30 minutes should be enough to read it all and experience it. You can take pictures.

I'm not sure if you should, or could, but tickets in advance because we didn't have to. We walked right in, paid and went straight into the exhibit. It's fascinating that this house still stands. They did say all the items, and furniture, etc were not used by the family. Those items are part of another exhibit at another museum. It's pretty rad to step into a piece of history like that and I highly recommend you visit. It wasn't crowded but the exhibit space is small and I could see it getting crowded.

The Witch House of Salem is a fascinating place to visit and a must-see for anyone interested in the history of the witch trials. The house itself is beautifully preserved, and walking through the rooms gives you an authentic glimpse into 17th-century life. The exhibits are informative, and the staff is knowledgeable, making the experience both educational and engaging. It’s a quick stop, but a memorable one—rich with history and atmosphere. I recommend for anyone exploring Salem!

We have "visited" the Witch House twice now. The first time? It was completely closed to our knowledge. The 2nd, and most recent time, it was open and doing tours, but as it is NOT ACCESSIBLE for those in wheelchairs, I was not able to partake, so please keep that in mind. It is a beautiful, historically rich house, that you can at least pose in front of and/or take pictures of, and if you are doing the History-Walking Tour of Salem or you are just a history nerd like myself, it is worth the visit. I have heard the inside is super neat to see and worth the ticket purchase at least once in your life. Hopefully the 3rd time we visit I'll finally be able to see the inside. There is no parking lot, so find a public parking lot and pay to park, or if you are staying in Salem, take the walk down to the site.

Glen Magna was truly absolute perfection. We had our wedding in early August, and the flowers were magnificent! The grounds, the house, the tent, it was all just incredibly beautiful. The staff at Glen Magna were also incredible from everything leading up to the wedding to the wedding day. They were attentive, responsive, and made everything in my vision come true. The catering was also exceptional. People are still bringing up the food at our wedding. And, working with the caterers was an exceptional experience, too. The variety of options was amazing, and the food was actually delicious. Everyone thought so! If I could change anything about Glen Magna, it would be to do it all over again! I cannot say enough about the staff, the building, the grounds, the ambiance, the food, etc., etc., etc. Thank you, Glen Magna, for allowing me to have a wedding that exceeded my dreams!

Please choose Glen magna for you venue! Every detail is perfect. The food, the grounds, the entire staff, everything is perfect. Heather was a pleasure to work with and made every part of planning easy and fun! Vinwood was also incredible and everything we chose for our menu was delicious. This was the venue of my dreams and I am so beyond pleased with every single detail.

I wanted to share my impressions of the property, which I found to be a truly beautiful setting for creating special memories. The care and attention to detail in maintaining the property were evident throughout. The main house was immaculate, and the gardens and surrounding areas were equally well-kept.

Glen Magna was the absolute PERFECT venue for our wedding. The gardens and tent are gorgeous- we got absolutely stunning photos throughout the property, and there are so many good spots for photos! Cocktail hour on the lawn is so pretty, and the tent is stunning. The food from Vinwood was also incredible, and the service throughout the entire evening was top notch! Cannot say enough good things about Glen Magna, I am so glad we had our wedding here!!

We got married at Glen Magna this summer and it was an incredible experience. The grounds are absolutely gorgeous- if you don’t believe the photos, you have to go and check it out for yourself. They’re so well maintained and there are literally so many different locations to take be stunning photos. More importantly, the staff is amazing. Working with Tiffini leading up to the wedding and day off was so seamless. They accommodated all of my requests and were super helpful with rain back up plans and ensuring that the guests had an awesome time. We’re so grateful that we picked Glen Magna as our wedding location and couldn’t recommend it more enthusiastically!

We had a wonderful time coming out and supporting the historical society. This place is literally five minutes from our house. Great “Dad” music, food and refreshments. The grounds were great to walk around and the tea house was a delight as was all the statuary. We helped a couple take a “ten years later” Wedding Photo and received lots of compliments on our portable table. All in all a really fun night out.

My partner and I frequent Danvers often and although I knew of the Glen Magna Farms, I had never been, and decided at our last outing in Danvers to stop by. We saw a tent being erected for a Weekend Wedding and walked onto the grounds and were greeted by Christian Clemson, Restoration Manager of the Danvers Historical Society. We shared stories of our appreciation for the preservation of our special Gems, and the appreciation of the "Trustees' who have as an organization maintained some of the finest properties in Massachusetts. Christian Clemson was a pleasure to speak with, and although the work being done for the upcoming wedding, required some oversight and supervision, he granted us permission to walk the property and guided us to some of the most picturesque areas of the grounds. We were there long enough to capture the beauty of the grounds and knew it was a special place. Preserved well and despite the cost to maintain a beautiful New England treasure complements to Christian for his knowledge and his pride in being part of the Danvers Historical Society. It was quite a pleasure meeting and speaking with him on that day and we were so happy we stopped by ... it was a worthwhile journey. Bill Girolamo Melrose Ma

Since I was in the area, I had to visit the Endecott Pear Tree in Danvers, officially the “oldest cultivated tree in America plated ca. 1632” according to a nearby plaque erected by the National Society Colonial Dames XVII Century. The pear tree was a bit of a let down, as it is behind a fence and too old to grow pears.

It’s fascinating to think about the many that things have come and gone around this seemingly simple fruit tree, and it continues to endure! It may not be a fabulous destination for everyone, but an off-the-beaten-path spot for a few who can imagine and appreciate its place in the world. Enjoy pondering this diminutive natural wonder while touring history sites the area.

Surrounded by a parking lot with trash around the tree and in the tree! Really lame!

It is hard to find the tree, as it is in the back of a company parking lot. For those of you who have a difficult time finding it, we parked in the "I" parking section and walked West. It will be on your left. Beautiful tree with amazing history, but seemingly tucked away and forgotten.

Some might say this is just a boring tree and who cares, but not me. I am in admiration that there is a tree that has been protected from corporate suburban sprawl. With the changes coming to the area, I hope it stays there for another 100 years and bears fruit. Thank you to the organization that raised money for the fence and the plaque.

Nice tucked away gem. Well maintained, since ca 1632?!

Cute little shrine tucked away at the back of an apartment parking lot. Great for a history lesson with the kids while schools are closed.

Origin of the Witchcraft Hysteria My daughter (13) and I visited the Salem Village Parsonage on July 1, 2025. The location is down a path between 67 and 69 Centre street. While the site might not get a lot of notoriety it serves as ground zero for the events of the Salem Witch Trials. The site is where in 1692 Reverend Samuel Parris was living when the "fits" experienced by his daughter and niece, along with his slave Tituba's stories of witchcraft took place. These events are considered the initial triggers of the hysteria. While the parsonage no longer stands, its location and the events that transpired there remain a crucial part of the Salem Witch Trials narrative.

As a researcher into the Salem Witch trials during the late 17th century, I was in awe by this archeological site—specifically, by Tituba and her impactful presence during this time. Her story is so important and being able to be a witness to this space, was simply heart-wrenching, captivating, and so historical. This little hidden gem is such a great thing to discover, and if you blink, you might miss it! It’s located between 2 houses, but it is a public space for anyone to come and visit. Parking is definitely limited. But this is a transformative place to visit.

A well kept site that holds significant historical value! Definitely has a very somber feel to the area. While it was smaller than I thought it would be it was nice that you can interact with the small portion of the original structure that is still standing. It can be easy to miss and you do have to park on the street and walk down a dirt path between houses in a neighborhood. There were chickens roaming free from one of the houses surrounding the site which just made it easier for me to picture how the area probably once was.

Truly fantastic to be able to see where history took place, the epicenter of the main American which-trial story. It's a little behind the house, down a green alley with some chickens as guards.

One of creepiest place I've ever been, and I frequent abandonded buildings. Ground zero for the salem witch hysteria. The stones directing your path still have marks from wagon wheels. You can almost see the Parsons girls gathered around Tituba listening to her stories.

This was one of my favorite experiences while in Salem. It is hidden with a small sign between two houses, so you will need to park and walk to find it. It is the archeological site of Rev. Parris. It’s a definite for anyone who visits Salem.

This is hard to find because it's set back off the road. If you can find this sign (Google maps takes you to it), then you have to walk up the alley between 2 houses. It's worth the hassle!

“Lt. Thomas Putnam (1615–1686), built the home circa 1648. His grandson, Israel Putnam, the famous general of the American Revolution, was born in the house. Lt. Thomas Putnam was the father of Sgt. Thomas Putnam Jr., (Israel's half-uncle), a notorious figure in the Salem witch trials. The Putnam House is now owned by the Emerson Family, the same owners of Putnam Pantry. Israel Putnam was significant in the Battle of Bunker Hill, “Old Put.” Sadly this house is falling apart, and I couldn’t even see historical markers anymore. The Putnam family gained wealth by testifying against neighbors and rivals (all descendants of the Towne family) and having all the female descendants murdered during the Salem witch trials, except for Sarah, who was jailed for nine months and then released. A Nurse defendant sold the Rebecca Nurse land to a Putnam descendant years later so maybe they found a way forward after a kind of evil I cannot fathom? The Putnams did have those who served honorably in the revolution of the country.

The Israel Putnam House in Danvers, Massachusetts, was built around 1648 and is the birthplace of American Revolution General Israel Putnam, born here in 1718. At the time, Danvers was known as Salem Village. Putnam’s parents played a notable role in the Salem Witch Trials era, signing a petition in defense of Rebecca Nurse—one of the accused who was ultimately executed. Israel Putnam later moved to Pomfret, Connecticut, where he gained early fame for killing what was said to be the last wolf in the state. He went on to fight in the French and Indian War and, during the American Revolution, became known as “Old Put” for his leadership at the Battle of Bunker Hill.

Wikipedia: “He was one of the primary figures at the Battle of Bunker Hill, both in its planning and on the battlefield. During that battle, Putnam may have ordered William Prescott to tell his troops, "Don't fire until you see the whites of their eyes." (It is debated exactly who said these words first; they are attributed to a number of officers.) This command has since become one of the American Revolution's notable quotations.”

Not open to the public and house is in desperate need of some major TLC. It's set between some very pretty flowering trees.

Was told it 8s being renovated. I'd love to see the inside.

Beautiful house. Nice to look at. An important national landmark.

Honestly disappointed. My family is glad we went for the experience. But truthfully we were really let down. The recorded narration on the presentation contains inaccurate info that a simple Google search would prove to be wrong. Sorry, but getting an entire person’s (Tituba) race, culture, beliefs, and personal history WRONG just to sell the narrative is inexcusable. Very disappointed in that. And the items that were on display in the “museum” were also a let down and had very little/nothing to do with the actual witch trials at all. We saw a much better exhibit at the Peabody Essex Museum, that included copies of documents and letters as well as items owned by the victims. Overall, I would never go and pay the $54 to do this again, and honestly disappointed we spent THAT much for our visit, I fully advise anyone visiting in the future to keep all these things in mind. Because after our visit, we fully understand why they don’t allow filming inside. They definitely don’t want anyone to see how underwhelming it is before going and lose their business. 🥴

The first part of the museum was a bit campy and felt somewhat dated. It wasn't terrible and I learned a good bit from it. The second section of the museum was nice and informative. Make sure to get there before your call time because even during the weekday it was very busy. During the month of October they open the tickets 12 hrs before so you have to be strategic to get the slot you want.

We visited Salem two days before Halloween, so the whole town was super fun and festive, even though the weather wasn’t great. We came across the Salem Witch Museum 1692 and decided to give it a try. It was very busy, with lines to get in, but everything was organized well. You scan a QR code on a sign to buy your tickets, and then line up about 30 minutes before your time slot. Once inside, you enter an auditorium with benches along the wall and small tufted circle seats in the middle. The show begins with the story of the Salem witch trials, told through mannequins positioned around the room, paired with lighting effects and narration. It was dramatized in an interesting way — not quite what I expected, but well done. Afterward, you move into a second exhibit area where a staff member shares more background about witches, the trials, and related cultural and historical facts. The entire experience lasted about 45 minutes. Overall, I think the experience was priced fairly. I wouldn’t have paid much more, but it was worth it to get a better understanding of the history — especially while visiting Salem during Halloween season.

I loved the experience but wish it wasn't so structured toward the end. The narrated story was very educational and unique compared to other self guided museums but once you get past that, you get ushered into a smaller room, given a ton of information really fast, and then are expected to head out without being given enough room or space to really observe or read all the displays. I would still recommend going at least once because it's one of those things you just have to do at least once. But I won't go out of my way to go back unless I have a very good reason.

The Salem Witch Museum is definitely one of the most talked-about attractions in Salem, but it’s important to know what to expect before you go. This is not a walk-through museum filled with exhibits — instead, it’s a guided, staged presentation led by museum employees. The experience begins with a dramatized performance recounting the events of the 1692 Salem witch trials, using lighting, narration, and life-sized figures to tell the story. It’s informative and gives a good overview of the history, but the entire presentation takes less than an hour, so it’s a relatively short visit. Afterward, there’s a small second section with some additional information and, of course, a gift shop at the end. I’d recommend buying tickets in advance, as the museum can get crowded and time slots often fill up quickly — especially during October or weekends. Overall, the Salem Witch Museum offers an interesting, theatrical look at a dark chapter in history, but it’s more of a performance than a traditional museum. While I appreciated the storytelling aspect, I found it to be a bit overhyped given how brief the experience is. Still, it’s worth a stop if you’re already exploring Salem and want a quick introduction to the witch trials.

It was fine. I heard some not so great reviews so I just went for the ghosts that allegedly show up in the photos. The ghosts did not show up in mine. It's essentially a retelling of the events of Salem with some staged exhibits or diorama as they are sometimes called, for dramatic affect. Its worth seeing if you have the time and money. But if you're short on one the other or both, you aren't missing anything. Their gift store is however terrific, that I give 5 stars. And Fattys cookies next door are a MUST.

Overall a waste it money. Staff were well organized and very kind. Museum itself is really disappointing. You walk into a room where old dusty and broken wax figures are lit up to a narration of the Witch Trials. Not all of the information was accurate. Then there is a very small museum of a few additional items on display. I was extremely disappointed to not be able to see the stained glass from inside or any of the building details. You’re better off going on a guided tour. We heard the same information on a walking tour and enjoyed that experience a lot more.

(Visited on 09/13/2025) A visit to the museum was the first thing I had in mind when we planned our trip to Salem. They showcased actual artifacts from the trials and gave detailed stories and backgrounds to the people affected. I also appreciated the timeline of events post Salem Witch Trials.. Also to note, the Yin Yu Tang house was such a marvel! It transports you to another place and time and gives you an insight of generational living of another culture. Kudos to the museum staff! I recommend to order your tickets online prior to visiting, going as soon as it opens, and possibly dedicating most of your day here. We parked at the Witch City Mall parking garage (~$11/day) and parked on the top floor. More spots available and you get a unique view of Salem.

SO MUCH to see! It says minimum of 2 hours but allow yourself most of the day. We didn't see it all and we were there for over 4 hours. LOTS of history and tons of interactive stuff for little ones, too! You can buy your tickets in advance for any day and they are good for anytime you want to go that day. Start early to see it all.

Easily spend a full day here. Surprising East Asian and asian art collection as well as other exhibits I didn't expect, like contemporary south Asian art. I ignorantly came expecting that the museum would be mainly about the Salem Witch Trials, which are covered with humanizing care, introspection and reflection on justice. But I came away learning a lot more about Salem, it's fascinating history and connection to the global world trade and the cultures shared through artifacts and art represented in the exhibits. There are other children friendly exhibits about the boreal Forrest and overall the exhibits are not text heavy and often contain interactive and or video media throughout.

We came to Salem for Halloween, but the crowds drove us into the museum. If it weren't for the parking situation we could've spent a few more hours here. OMG! What a class museum! The indeginous section was amazing as well as the South Asian Contemporary collection! (You don't see that much in the States) Definitely on the list of places to revisit!

The Peabody Essex is one of my favorite spots in Salem for lunch - the peppers are absolutely scrumptious… Is what I would say if the PEM was a restaurant and not a world-class museum!! I’ve visited 2-3 times and each time I learn or discover something new, even from the permanent collections. All the art and historical artifacts are displayed and described with respect and expertise. The Yin Yu Tang House is especially interesting and impressive to learn how they shipped it to MA in parts and assembled it here (and also where you can find the dried peppers :D). I also really enjoy the interactive natural history sections of the museum; on my last visit, they had a room with different caterpillars!! The PEM is a must-visit for any trip to Salem.

This is a must see museum if you are visiting Massachusetts. The art and artifacts are well presented and quite varied. The museum is immaculate, and well run. There is a public parking garage nearby, with economical rates.

This was an absolutely beautiful museum. We could feel ourselves traveling through time with different artwork from different periods. There also felt like there was quite a bit of representation between old and new as well as art from around the world. I definitely loved the art books that you could contribute to as well. It felt like we were a part of the art and really able to experience and learn up close. The museum was very clean and spacious as well. The greeter were very polite and warm and welcoming. They were also very knowledgeable. The little gift shops were also quite pleasant and adorable.

When I was going there I knew it was going to be more of an attraction than coming to see a part of American history. This place is very special and I hope it is honored. As I did wander through the streets My eyes weren't focused on the books as much as the architecture around there I must say it was beautiful. Well I'm really grateful for is that you do see the respect from a lot of people not touching the offerings. I was so excited to go there and I'll be frankly honest with you it lived up to it the whole town everything. What I think would be peaceful is a 5:00 a.m. cup of coffee walk no people no stores just the history the architecture the pride in a build in a fear of injustice.

Its very humbling to have people not forgotten. The memorial is definatly being honored and the names kept alive of those that were mistakenly accused and lost their lives. The fact thousands of people visit and take their time to view each name and some even dropping flowers in their memory really does feel as if they wont ever be forgotten. The graveyard also very full with visitors look & talking about those who are no longer with us and there is just a buzz in the air for those that could have been forgotten being remembered.

Wonderful place to come. It’s a free tour but you’ve got to get your pass online. So much history in one area.

A beautiful and powerful place of reflection. The Witch Trial Memorial is simple yet incredibly moving — a quiet space that honors the innocent lives lost during the 1692 witch trials. The stone benches engraved with each victim’s name create such a heavy emotional impact, especially when you realize how close it is to the Old Burying Point Cemetery. It’s not flashy or touristy, and that’s what makes it so meaningful. The atmosphere is peaceful and somber, and it really encourages you to pause and reflect on what happened here centuries ago. If you’re visiting Salem, make sure to stop by. It’s a short visit, but one that stays with you long after you leave. A beautiful and respectful tribute — five stars.

Probably one of my favorite experiences of this whole trip. It was really sobering to be in the spot of remembrance for these people who were killed because of hysteria and groupthink and intolerance. Brought pennies all the way from Seattle to leave one of each of their markers It was amazing to see others then felt the same way that I did. It was beautiful and moving

Interesting stop along your journey through Salem These are just a few of the the benches dedicated to the people persecuted for being a witch Most were hung and one crushed to death from "spectral evidence" Let me help in case you've never heard of such a thing like I hadn't Google says, Spectral evidence is testimony based on dreams, visions, or apparitions, where a witness claims the spirit or "specter" of an accused person appeared to them and caused harm, even when the accused was physically elsewhere. It was notably accepted during the Salem Witch Trials in the late 17th century, reflecting the Puritan belief that malevolent spirits could project themselves to torment others, but it was later condemned as unreliable and dangerous. What it entails: Apparitions: Accusers reported seeing the specter of a witch, sometimes in human or animal form, that would pinch, bite, or choke them. Dreams and Visions: The evidence often came from victims experiencing visions or dreams where the spirit of the accused person tormented them. Spiritual Projection: The underlying belief was that witches, through a pact with the Devil, could project their spirit to harm others from a distance, while their physical body remained in a different location

Lots of walking. Great history. Nice quaint town. Some shops and eatery are expensive I have no complaints.

Worth the visit to see a recreated portion of one the trials. Also a brief visit to a recreated dungeon where accused people were held. We went to the first presentation in the morning which had very few people. The atmosphere in this old building adds the creepy feeling. Had to remove one star as the guid seems to be rushed at the end to move on through the dungeon area. Nut we only had a few people. I would be concerned for there being adaquate time if the presentation had many more people. Otherwise the information was interesting and well done

Very informative & fact based. Actors telling the story of the Salem Witch Trials in 1692 was well done and then seeing a representation of an actual dungeon. It was fun and enjoyable!

The Witches Dungeon Museum was absolutely amazing! The portrayal of Sarah and Abigail was so well done and really brought the history to life. Our tour guide was incredibly knowledgeable, making the experience both educational and engaging. I also appreciated that the tour was reasonably priced and not overly long—just the right amount of time to enjoy and absorb everything. I highly recommend this to anyone visiting Salem!

It was just okay. I read really great things which is why we went, but the “acting” was literally just two people for about ten minutes. The guide was really nice but she talked very fast and it was hard to keep up with her stories and who she was talking about (she clearly knows the characters but we don’t so it was hard to follow).

If you are tight on time and are trying to fit many activities in one day I would pass on this. The Witch Dungeon Museum was an interesting experience, but it wasn’t quite what I expected. The two actresses were talented and did a great job bringing the scene to life, but the performance and the “dungeon” itself didn’t feel authentic—it’s more theatrical than historical. While it was engaging in moments, the overall experience felt like it was missing something to make it truly immersive. Still worth a visit if you’re curious, but manage your expectations.

Super cool experience! The Witch Dungeon Museum was one of the highlights of our trip. The live reenactment of the trial was so well done — dramatic, immersive, and a little chilling in the best way. It really sets the tone before heading into the guided tour. Our tour guide was fantastic — friendly, knowledgeable, and clearly passionate about the history. The whole setup is fascinating, especially when you go downstairs to see the dungeon area and all the recreated cells. It gives such a haunting, realistic sense of what those accused of witchcraft went through. It’s a great mix of history and atmosphere, and you walk away actually learning something while also feeling that eerie Salem vibe. Highly recommend checking it out — it’s an unforgettable experience!

It’s ok, good play showing a bit of the history and made dungeons to simulate how everything happened back then. Due the accesible price, would recommend.

The Salem Maritime National Historic Site is a national historic park in Salem. It is the oldest National Historic Site in the US. The museum offers the chance to see a wharf, lighthouse, customs house, historic ship, and many other historic buildings from Salem’s time as a busy harbor. Unfortunately the Friendship, a historic ship built in 1797 was not on display at the park. Currently, it is being restored. The lighthouse and wharf were nice to see, but little else was open. Perhaps, due to the time of year there were very few staff around to direct you to what was open. This could be a really interesting park, but without the Friendship it’s not the same.

We visited on a Friday around noon in mid-June 2025. We found parking by the Salem Armory Visitor Center near Witch City Mall. We could not use the parking garages because our minivan with cargo carrier was too tall. We circled the lots maybe 5 times before we saw someone leaving. We walked over to the visitor center first where we got maps and NPS Passport Cancellation Stamps. We also bough t some merch and checked out the few exhibits and took some pictures. Then we headed down to where the majority of the points of interest were near the water. Our first stop was going to be the Waite & Peirce Park Store. They have additional NPS Passport Cancellation stamps and also has a many items not available at the store in the visitor center. So make sure you visit both. Then across the street was the Custom House. This was the only other thing that was open to us on a Friday in Mid-June 2025. We went in and explored the 2 floors worth of rooms. There were a number of rangers here to answer questions as well. There was were many rangers in fact I was curious why some of the other locations weren't open for us to explore. We walked around outside for a bit and decided it was time for a late lunch. Overall it was a nice experience. All the rangers we spoke too at each of the sites were great and since many of the places were closed, we would visit again to try and hit more of the sites. Same goes for Salem in general. We only had enough time in our road trip for half a day here and that was just not enough to see everything we wanted to.

The jewel of Salem's historic waterfront, with open green space, long wharves, a lighthouse, historic buildings and homes, and interesting exhibits. What would the Salem waterfront be without SAMA??? Yes, it is frustrating watching the FRIENDSHIP. And yes, they seem disengaged from the community since COVID. But SAMA is one of just a few warriors fighting to interpret ALL of Salem's important & impactful story and not just the Witch Trials. If you come to Salem and don't visit SAMA, PEM, and the House of the Seven Gables, you've really missed the point.

Lived here for 25 years, kind of take it for granted as it is a beautiful spot with lots of history. Easy walk out to the lighthouse. Lots of good food nearby. The month of October is basically Disney here so I suggest coming in the summer or November

I visited during the Halloween 💀🎃 Weekend and explored the area. According to information ℹ️ that I read online, this is the first national historic site in the US. It was established on March 17th, 1938. The National Parks Service oversees the site. Being nighttime and late October, places were closed 🔒 for the evening or the season. The sailing boat ⛵ the Friendship was heat shrink-wrapped for the season. The area was active with people who wanted to get close to Salem Harbor. I definitely want to come back and see 🙈 all of the exhibits at the buildings and learn more about the history of the area!

This is located on the waterfront in Salem, there is a lot to look at. It’s beautiful, and there are a lot of historic buildings.

Was a nice walk out to the lighthouse unfortunately we were not able to tour the tall ship

This place I would hardly call a "museum" as it doesn't have any real artifacts from the Salem Witch Trials or anything from that time period. It just has wax figures in the basement, which I will address later in this review. The "museum" conducts tours every 1/2 hour, so if you buy a ticket early, you can either wait outside or in the gift shop. Once it is your turn for a tour, everyone is brought into an auditorium and is given a little history lession from the tour guide. Once they are done, they bring everyone down to the basement level, where there are recreated scenes of the witch hysteria using wax figures. I didn't get the name of our tour guide, but she seemed rushed when explaining some of the scenes, where she actually forgot to go over a few. She also looked like she was either bored or annoyed. The whole tour from start to finish, including taking photos and asking questions, can take anywhere between 30-45 minutes. In closing, I have done so many other tours during my stay in Salem that were just as informative as this one, or better, so it is really up to the tourist whether or not they want to add this place to their go-to list.

DON'T WASTE YOUR MONEY! I'm glad the tickets were only $13/each, because if they were more than that, I'd ask for a refund. The tour starts in a large room with church pews and magnified pictures with captions. That was the best part of the tour - seeing those pictures and reading the information on the trials. Once the tour started, I couldn't wait for it to end. Our tour guide clearly hated his job. He put so little effort into delivering his scripted lines that it was hard to hear at times. However, the rushed delivery of, "Moving on" from him was very clear. You're led down a set of stairs into a dark, and musty basement. They encouraged flash photography, but it was evident from the first scene, that there was nothing of value to photograph. Each scene looks like it was set up centuries ago, and the information presented is easily available online. A few of the scenes had pre-recorded scripts, which was a nice change from the drab, monotone delivery of our guide. Bottom line, this will be a waste of your time and money.

We were able to catch the last showing before they closed the shop down. The prices are reasonable for the show since it’s only 30 minutes. The wax figured that they had were some of the better ones we have seen on the different tours we have done. Our tour guide did a great job.

The Witch History Museum in Salem is fantastic! It tells the story of the Salem Witch Trials in a really interesting way. The exhibits are engaging, with life-size scenes and great storytelling. The guides are very knowledgeable and friendly, making history come alive. It’s a must-visit if you’re in Salem and want to learn about this fascinating and spooky part of American history. Perfect for both kids and adults!

This is a must do in October! The streets are alive and very crowded but everyone is in a fun, festive mood. Take the train or subway in if you can!

This was a very unfortunate experience and glad that I only spent $13. 2 out of the 3 guides (they switch pretty frequently for how short the tour is) were so monotone and drab, just reciting their lines. They spoke rapidly and it was hard to understand. No interpersonal skills or interaction whatsoever. Almost immediately, I wanted to leave and by the end it felt so uncomfortable with how bad the guide was that I couldn't wait to get out. The vibe from the rest of the group seemed to be the same. The group was too large for the area and many people were crowded and still couldn't see anything. You're basically looking at mannequins in a dark basement while multiple people recite boring monologues. A positive is that they do have a bathroom and cheap post cards in the gift shop.

I know that Halloween is a busy time of year for this museum but the experience I had was horrible. The first tour guide was exhausted and gave a terrible and rushed context behind the witch trials. The group of around 20 people we were in was way too big for how small the exhibits were and I couldnt see half of what was in the museum. Finally, the tour guides got confused about the groups and our group had to skip half of the museum and we got the “abridged” version of the museum at full price. Overall, it seems like it could be a good museum if it were more organized but DEFINITELY do not come here in October and especially not close to Halloween.

This is another self-guided museum that you can be in and out within 25 minutes or so depending on whether or not you read the descriptions of each exhibit. This museum is pretty small, and it gives a bit of history of Salem, which includes the Witch Trials. They do have a fantastic gift shop as soon as you walk in, and I was able to pick up some great souvenirs that I didn't find in other places. The staff is also friendly and helpful as well. I recommend this museum if one is not looking to spend a good amount of time here like myself. The price of admission, however, is a bit steep for the amount of exhibits a person sees.

A great self guided tour with lots of displays available. Great information on the history and plenty of photo opportunities. Not a bad size either. We visited during October on a Sunday morning and the crowd wasn’t bad at all, with no wait to get in.

It was a basic small museum with a little bit of history about the Salem witch trials. And it also has so history about pirates and privateers. If you're on a budget I would skip this attraction. It was $50 total for 2 adults and 2 kids. The whole museum only takes about 15 minutes to walk through.

If you love wax museums, you will really enjoy this! It takes about 15-20 minutes to walk through and see all the wax exhibits. If you don't like wax museums, then go to the Salem Witch Museum. This is a nice wax museum, but it's not super educational or informative in really, and if you don't know the history of the Salem Witch Trials, then its just some nice scenery.

Soooo much fun!! This is a must do if you visit Salem!!! All three events the museum is super cool and two haunted houses and all are conveniently next door to each other right by the cemetery!!! The haunted houses def gave a a shrilling chill with lots of jump scares, screams and laughs about it after!!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

From what I understand, it’s been recently redone — you can even smell the fresh paint. The history is pretty interesting and gives real museum vibes. It’s a self-guided walkthrough with placards to read, and overall it was a good experience for the price. I probably wouldn’t go back again, but it was definitely cool to check out once, especially if you’re exploring the Salem history scene.

For the candle lit ghost tour - Maria, maybe Mathew I can't remember exactly. Our tour guide was really lovely and was informative without being disrespectful, full of bs or weird. I would happily take this tour again, my only complaint is it wasn't long enough.

The Phillips House is a Historic New England museum located on Salem’s Chestnut Street, one of the city’s most distinguished historic neighborhoods. In 1821, four rooms from an earlier home were moved by oxen to form the foundation of what became this Federal-style mansion. The house reflects Salem’s rich architectural heritage and offers a glimpse into the lives of the families who lived there. Furnishings and collections span generations, showing both early 19th-century craftsmanship and later domestic life. Open to the public from May through October, the museum welcomes visitors from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., with guided tours offered every half hour. It remains a rare opportunity to step inside one of Chestnut Street’s historic residences. #PhillipsHouse #FederalStyle #igersnewengland #massachusetts_igers #tt

Beautiful house, one of 38 properties of Historic New England. It is located on a charming Chestnut Street in Salem, MA. Nicely decorated rooms, interesting servants quarters, great tour guide. We are members of Historic New England, so tickets were free. I highly recommend this house tour to anyone interested in New England history. 2 hour on street parking is also free

I visited Phillips House last October with a pair of friends from out of town. I love this elegant Federal style mansion, which was built in 1821 and currently operated by Historic New England (HNE). This tour is vastly different from other historic tours in Salem because it focuses neither on the 1690s around the time of the Salem Witch Trials, nor on the early 19th century during the peak of maritime trade. Instead, the tour is told through the eyes of five-year-old Stephen “Stevie” Phillips, who moved into the newly renovated house with his family in 1912. The tour guide was tons of fun, and I think I was her favorite guest because of avid picture-taking! Definitely a great place to relax if the rest of Salem feels too busy.

Our tour guide, Bob, was so knowledgeable. The house was absolutely incredible, but the best part were Bob's stories! Every object had a story to tell, and almost everything in there is original to the house. Super cool!

I'm a Salem resident and I am on a mission to tour all the local attractions AND historic houses. About this one: What a wonderful experience! Our guide today - I feel bad that I don't remember his name - was extremely knowledgeable and quite entertaining. I was not sure what to expect, but it turned out to be a very fascinating tour. The "garage", with original carriages and antique cars, it's probably the most stunning section of the tour. And learning about the history of the house and of the families who lived there was particularly interesting. I recommend it to anyone who is visiting Salem and might be sick and tired of hearing about witches :) :) eheh

When our guide Tom told us we were in for a treat, he truly meant it. My friend and I happened to be the only ones for our tour time, so it was essentially a private tour. Tom provided a lot of interesting information on the rooms, pieces, family history, and so much more. The collection here is absolutely astounding, and one of my favorite parts was seeing the carriage house and the various modes of transportation up close. The tour was one of the most thorough I’ve been on and I highly recommend it! Thank you, Tom!

Beautiful mansion, with great historical treasures. My kids loved their history class there!

We LOVE Connor’s and we have been going there since the day before my daughter was born (she just turned 21 this past Monday). Their CSA is worth EVERY PENNY!! We get the 1/2 share for our family of four and it is incredibly helpful!! One of my favorite things about the CSA is when we get to pick fresh flowers. So far, we’ve gotten to pick sunflowers a few times this month. Other flowers are growing and we will get to pick them soon!!

This is an amazing place to bring the kids all ages. I was surprised how much stuff there was to do. All different type of rides, games, food, apple picking, peach picking, animal petting and feeding, and so much more. Even stuff for the adults to do. It is $25 a person but honestly $25 for an entire day of stuff isn't bad. My kids were so tired when we left and we came late and only they're for 4 hours and only did half the stuff there.

Amazing place for kids, it's almost like a mini amusement park but farm themed. Multiple rides, arcade games, apples shooting, apple picking, mini golf, multiple play structures, zip line, feeling animals and so much more. We absolutely love going to this place.

Well kept, large property with corn maze, apple picking, kids play areas, food concessions, farm animals and more. Lots of parking. Great fall destination for the family

My bf and I went today for the first time, we arrived around 3pm and we didn’t know that the food vendor or most of the activities were in the morning, the web doesn’t say much and I called the place like 4 times and no answers. The place smell really bad, i understand that there’s animals in there but the smell was really strong, we saw on the web that the train ride was at 3:30 but it was really at 4:30 and we had to way 1hr. The craziest thing was went we went to the market and we were hungry because all the vendors were close there was an Asian lady working there and 2 Hispanics, we were waiting to order but the Asian worker was talking in the back, after she came out she said the kitchens just closed so we went get donuts instead and the Hispanic lady noticed we speak Spanish so she was talking to us and we asked her what time everything closes bc it was our first time and we were hungry and she said the kitchen should be open so we told her what the other last told us and she immediately went to the back to ask why she said that to us, after around 5 minutes the Asian lady came back to the front and said “we can actually made one order real quick” absolutely insane. She looked so sick to be working there I don’t understand that kind of people, after all the drama we told her we didn’t want anything anymore and they just lost money. The place is big but it looked really sad and poor, if you ask me if you should go I’ll say dont waste your time, there’s no apples to pick all the apples are in the floor with worms absolutely disgusting, you only go to see the apples in the floor and the corn maze all dry.

We had a great time here and our kids absolutely loved it. We were able to go on a weekday, which was great because there were minimal crowds. I assume the farm is very crowded on weekends. The kids loved going from station to station. There is quite a bit to do here, and it's a massive place. They loved the playground, the jump zone, the corn maze, and the various sports. The train was also fun. The kids didn't want to leave! Food was tasty, and the hot cider donuts were terrific. We also bought some apple cider to go. Parking was free and customer service was friendly. The weekday price also made it a solid value. We were very happy we made the trek to get here.

The haunted fields experience is excellent! It's worth the money because of how detailed and intricate it is. We did upgrade the the VIP because on the Saturday we went the line was over an hour long. There are a lot of middle and high school people, and also some younger kids. They have burgers, fries, and chicken tenders, plus a well stocked array of harvest goods like apple cider, cider donuts, candied apples, pumpkins, etc, as well as specialty grocery things. For people who are less experienced at haunted activities, I recommend ear plugs. The audio aspect is still present, but muted, and more manageable. If you have allergies to mold or dust, take an antihistamine before going as there are parts that are damp and can activate allergies. It's fun, it's scary, I look forward to going again!

This is the perfect place to get amazing dessert. We ordered an ice cream sandwich and if I could rate it 10 stars I would. The cookies were so soft and the ice cream took it to another level. I wish they had a location close to me because I would be a regular customer. Keep up the great work.

I stopped at the food truck by Quincy Market. The cookie was buttery on the inside and crispy on the outside. There were chocolate chips in every bite. The guy at the good truck was very nice.

Drove from Worcester to get a dozen of these cookies. Absolutely love them. Customer service was 5 ⭐️

What more could you ask for? Fresh baked cookies and huge scoops of yummy ice cream that is enough for 2 people for only $5! The first time we got 2 double chocolate cookies and the peanut butter cup ice cream. The second time (pictured) we got a salted caramel cookie, double chocolate cookie and peanut butter cup ice cream. Next time I am trying the cinnamon bun cookies with dino crunch ice cream!

Ice Cream overload (in the best way)! Had the ice cream sandwich at SOWA market with chocolate chip cookies and mint chocolate chip ice cream. I usually don't eat dessert but I had to when I saw this truck. I ate the whole thing myself (which was a little much) so I would recommend sharing or getting something smaller if you aren't planning on sharing.

Summary: A bit expensive, but incredibly tasty! Great variety of flavors of cookies and ice cream respectively.

They were just on the Harvard campus with their food truck, very good fresh cookies and mint ice cream. Highly recommend!

Okay - so it’s not exactly swank. It doesn’t have all the choices The Northshore Mall boasts. BUT - it does have just enough choice to meet your needs. I’m grateful for it because I actually enjoy what it does offer. Marshall’s, Old Navy, BDubs, Panera, AMC Cinema, KOHL’S, Total Wine, Sky Zone, a Food Court, Five Below, etc. And enough room to have a nice walkabout + get some steps.

Not the Liberty Tree Mall from our youth! There’s not much here for me to shop for. I do love Liberty Pizza (thin crunchy crust with pepperoni) and Sea Lion Sushi for excellent poke bowls. Lots of parking.

A decent mall with numerous stores. Not many malls that I’ve seen still existing with as many retail choices. Nice and refreshing to see.

I needed some help with my phone. The geek squad employee resolved it in 10 minutes. They are extremely helpful and go out of their way to make sure you are pleased.

Very run down unfortunately. So much potential just has been neglected was like a ghost town in the mall.

I think that the mall used to be a lot better. But still a good one.

My neice got her cell phone fixed there. She said that they did a good job!

The place they don’t tell you about! In the current political climate, it’s important to remember how mass hysteria and paranoia can negatively affect people and their lives.

Very moving place to visit especially if you are a descendant of the victims of the witchcraft hysteria. Take time to visit the nearby historical locations and read the markers.

A beautiful monument for such a tragic circumstance. Like the Village Parsonage it has a very somber feel around the area. The last words of the victims etched into the stone are very impactful and sobering to read. I do love that people still leave offerings of remembrance to the victims on the monument. Even with those items it is very well kept and taken care of. There was no one else there when I visited so I got to take my time reading and taking everything in.

A MUST SEE IN SALEM AREA!! This is actually in Danvers, but go see it.

A beautiful memorial, worth making a visit to if you’re in the area and interested in the history of the Salem witch trials.

Nice memorial to those who perished in the witch persecution. Last words and quotes engraved on the stones, manacles that are the same as those used during that time (remarkably heavy, too).

Solemn but beautiful space.

Best place to go check out in Salem if you are a movie buff!!! Very well curated and maintained exhibit. Lots of life-size horror icons on display! Photo or video recordings are not allowed while walking the exhibit for reason, though they do let you take photos at the store where they showcase a movie production quality Spike from Gremlins 2. Can't wait to check it out again.

Okay so this was my favorite experience in our trip to Salem. It just felt good. The price of admission was entirely reasonable for the experience that you got and still we able to spend some money in the gift shop. Like I think that places sometimes lose that thought when they start raising the price of their tickets and then you spent so much on the ticket you can't afford to buy something while you're there. But that's not this totally reasonable in price. The gentleman that was setting up out front with the signs and everything is the one that sold us on the experience and we booked the ticket right there they had lots of availability at that time but from what I understand but later in the day we're completely sold out. All of the figurines are really well done and eerily watch you with their eyes in a really creepy way. I love the original universal monsters those were some of my favorites as well as the giant ghostbuster I would give anything to have that slimer in my house as part of my Ghostbusters collection. The only negative that's I had with isn't really much of a negative at all is that you can't take any pictures in the exhibit, but I totally understand why. For those people who don't know count orlok is the old black and white dracula real name, but I made up an alternative story the count orlok was Vlad's brother and is just trying to get by in a modern world by running a wax museum. He's also gone super politically correct so he says things like " I want to suck your blood, with consent" and "look into my eyes... Respectfully" imagine a dracula that needs you to invite them in, but also asks for you to sign a consent form... That's hilarious. Anyway go to count orloks, if you only do entertainment activity-thing in town. This would be my pick.

Great experience in Salem. There's no video or photos allowed inside the museum, but honestly, photos wouldn't do it any justice! I absolutely loved it! Definitely recommend when you're visiting Salem!

Count Orlok's Nightmare Gallery was, hands-down, the best gallery in Salem. No pictures or video inside, and there is a reason for that. Unbelievable statues, both modern and classic. The staff are really cool. Definitely, worth a visit. The pictures I took are from the store at the end of the gallery. The store has pretty awesome items to choose from. They even have a VHS shelf to buy old-school tapes of classic movies. I will return.

There weren’t many photos online but don’t be fooled - it’s on purpose! This was a hidden gem. Very cool history and monsters - a highlight to our first day in Salem! Go in surprised!!

Literally the coolest museam in Salem, if you are a Nosferatu or even just a Horror fan this is a must stop. So many cool things to see. Will definitely be back.

I’m giving it 5 stars because my husband enjoyed it. For me, it was just ok. I didn’t recognize a lot of the characters, because I don’t watch a lot of tv. No photography allowed inside.

I may have too high a standard being that I've been to pirate museums from Massachusetts to the USVI, but this place is no museum. I don't really know what you should call it, but it's no museum. They have one coin from a local ship wreck. that's it! the rest of the "museum is life size dioramas covering three pirates from the area. You also cannot walk this place at your own pace, you must go with a tour guide. The tour is less than 20 minutes. The "museum" store is pitiful. I'm really disappointed, I had high hopes for this place.

This is a kitchy, dusty, dated museum that I really enjoyed. Life sized figures of famous pirates local to the area are described in great historical detail by our capable and interesting guide. Manikins in dioramas bring the history to life. Seems This is the perfect venue for the subject!

Our tour guide was amazing and told the best stories. This museum is totally cheesy but in a great way. We purchased the three museum discount pass and it was worth every penny.

All employees were extremely nice and friendly. Lots of information was offered and our guide had a great understanding of information. There were many displays and artifacts to look at. The tour was slightly shorter than expected, but still an extremely enjoyable experience.

Great educational walk through exhibit. Lots of pirate history. Great add on to the Salem witch experience!

It was ok. The person that did our tour was fun and had a lot of information. You could tell he enjoyed the subject and learning new information. I was expecting more artifacts to look at. There are very few.

This museum needs to renew itself in the near future, it is very boring, very old, very dirty.

The new "Lost Library" in the Witch Village area is gorgeous!!! I absolutely love the huge pumpkin it reminds me of the movie Halloween Town which is one of my favorites! So many options of things to buy, definitely stop in here and check it out!

Basically, it was just ok. I did not visit the Witch Village just The Lost Library. I had been looking forward to going here as it seemed like such a cute concept. They did have some cute decor but they didn’t have anything I was really interested in buying as nothing stood out as being unique. Was not even greeted by one employee, which is contrast to several other stores I visited on the same day.

There were not enough days in my travel itinerary to cover this area. So rich in history so much to learn and see. The houses were so different from Houston I could have spent days walking around. The history is so tragic and mind boggling boy am I glad times have changed. You definitely feel a sense of sadness for the victims and in some spots a heavy heart. As for it being spooky and haunted hands down YES very true we did a tour and a picture that one of the ladies captured scared the crap out of me not to mention some creepy little things that happened to my hubby and I. Is this place worth a visit HECK Yeah. Definitely coming back and bringing the whole family too.

We had such a great time at this haunted house! The gentleman running the line was wonderful—very friendly and kept us entertained during the short wait. Inside, the actors were fantastic, really feeding off our reactions and making the whole experience even more fun. The special effects added so much to the atmosphere and made everything feel extra spooky. Overall, a great mix of scares and fun—I’d definitely recommend it!

DONT WASTE YOUR MONEY. I don’t typically leave reviews but to call this a haunted house is insane especially for the price…we walked through and got “scared” maybe twice by people who weren’t even in a costume? The wax museum was scarier than this. It also took less than 2 minutes to walk through the whole thing despite being advertised as the longest haunted house in Salem, while that may be true don’t be fooled. We got to the end and couldn’t believe we had actually just paid for that experience. It was honestly laughable how much of a scam the haunted house was, if I could give less than one star I would…although we did get a good laugh.

Beautiful set up, bought some really cute stuff at The Lost Library!

Nice little spot in Salem for witchy shopping and conveniently located next to the Salem Witch Trials Memorial

This is my 2nd year coming here. Last year we did a one-day waterpark pass (family of 5) and this year we did a 2 day waterpark pass. Both years I learned that getting the morning admission is the best!!! Come late afternoon it gets crazy with people!! People who are so rude and will steal your chairs even with your belongings on them!!! Do not recommend coming or even staying till close because of the amount of people!! And the ignorant people who paid $20 less to get in! The food was good!! We got a large pizza and chicken fingers with no complaints. The bar drinks were absolutely delicious! I highly recommend the cherry mixed drink. The pool at the hotel is great!! Also has a gym, sauna, and hot tub for adults. The staff and room service was excellent! Like most places, the cleaning staff doesn't speak English which is fine. Staff came to our room to understand what we were asking for. Came back to a clean room with beds made which is what we wanted. I also love that the twin beds are around the corner from the king size bed so parents and kiddos have a little space. Would definitely come again but with the new costs Great Wolf Lodge is probably the same price and bigger. Think we spent close to $2000 or more from a Friday to Monday, which included the hotel, 2 days at the park, and food for 5

If you have kids and enjoy the water this is the place to take your kids I’d say age from 3yrs-14yrs old. My kid is 9 yrs old she loved this inside water park it was a great deal paid 50 buck per person, not to bad from 11am -7 pm food was a 3.8/5 prices are always crazy no matter where you go I at the burger and fries with a drink for 16 buck which think again not to bad. The tube ride they have there I say 3.6/5 not to bad wish there were more adult ride but this is a kids water park which does change my rating to a 4/5. If you go during the week you’ll have the pool all for your self weekend it gets a little busy my daughter loved it as I did and will definitely come back again a recommend it to other people.

Its a small indoor and pricy ($30-60 depending on time and method) and, $10-15 to rent a locker, $3 for a towel ( you can bring yours). The nice thing is indoor, but it is small. The floors are not smooth just rough concrete both on land and in the water, you can easy scratch yourself on the concrete in the water or good luck if you fall on the land, so be careful, honestly this could be dangerous environment for anyone. Not a well maintained or staffed place, the central medium sized slide has no staff, so people can easily ram into each other at the bottom if not watching and you can get some speed in the slide. Not gonna return. Codes as Hilton double tree purchase and interestingly restaurant charge when you buy ticket at the door. If you know you know.

Great place to take your kids. Went for my Godsons birthday. It wasn't crowded when we went. They do have lockers for rent in and out side of the park area. The hot tub is a wonderful concept. Goes from one hot tube on the inside to 3 more connected hot tubs on the outside. No one under 15 is allowed in the hot tub. The only thing is that there were alot of hornets by the splash pad and outside hot tub gate. My Godson ended up getting stung. They do have a first aid office where they were very nice and professional. The place didn't have that overwhelming chlorine smell, but the water did burn my eyes. The lazy river is relaxing but needs more tubes. Many were deflated and a long line of people were waiting for a good tube. The splash pad was cute. I think the grown-ups had more fun on it though. They do have a bar to get a few drinks. You can not drink in the park area. You have to drink in the bar area. It was set up with many tables and chairs. The bartender was nice. The pool was the only place that was crowded. The food and drinks a overpriced but that is to be expected. The kids had a blast. Next time we will stay overnight at the hotel, so we don't have to drive an hour and a half back home after a long day at the park.

2 out of the 3 times I’ve been here all of the slides have been closed and it was not fun. There are fun supporting attractions like the small slides, the water structure, and the monkey bars, but there’s not a ton to do. The slides are fun, and there’s 4 of them. This review would be 4 stars if the slides were open more. The service is pretty slow too. Overall, this is a very mediocre water park. go to great wolf lodge, hurricane harbor, or breezy instead. Theyare in state and much better.

If I could give no star, I would, my son fell while on this waterpark on the part that the kids play on because half of it is wet and half of it is dry, and the dry part is very slick. Well when he fell, he landed on his finger. He now has an infection on his finger from how nasty this water park is so if you’re debating taking your children there, I would highly suggest going somewhere else unless you want your kids getting an infection if they get hurt somehow. And the lack of not caring the hotel and water park have over this kind of stuff is awful

this water park is a lot of fun. there was a little bit of something for every age. including the adults. from a lazy river to jacuzzi, to splash pad with a slide which made it extra cool. there was also a swimming area for kids to play basketball and swim around. it was cool. there were different levels of slides. honestly i thought they would be more terrifying then they were but my seven year old and i went on every single one. i think i was more nervous then him. LOL. the water was also about 2 ft deep which was reassuring. you could smell the chemicals in the water which i’m sure is a good sign because we want to make sure we’re not spreading germs. the water even had a sting to it in your eyes. so if you’re someone with sensitive eyes, maybe wear goggles or even have the kiddos wear them also. i could see how it could irritate younger children. my reason for the 3 star is because the staff were all children and that wasn’t the most pleasant thing. a lot of them were really rude. some of the life guards were really kind and others not so much. the kids in the food court in my opinion shouldn’t be all working in there. their customer service skills lacked tremendously. we ordered mozzarella sticks and french fries. both were the lowest quality you could think of. i know you have to start somewhere but at least have a responsible adult overseeing them. also the lockers over charged me by $60.00 which wasn’t cool. hopefully they fix it and will refund me. mackenzie at the front desk was really sweet and helpful. i wish they had a first timer greeting to guide you and tell you more about the park and directions. i had to keep asking questions. which was slightly annoying. the bathrooms were also all very dirty. no stall was clean. idk if it’s because of school vacation or what but heads up. overall we enjoyed ourselves. i don’t think it’ll be our number one choice but maybe when we have nothing to do. for now we’ll continue browsing other options. i will say they do have potential to be a five star but in my opinion it’s a 2.5/3.

Everything was great. One of the better restaurants on the north shore. Everything we had was delicious! Service was great and fast too! Will be coming back

Got some good news and never had been here so made reservations. Food was great. Service not so much. Ordered a split of champagne. It did not arrive until after we had finished our appetizer. (The lobster ravioli was awesome!). Asked the waiter to hold our meal so we could enjoy our champagne. He even asked when we wanted it. But no, it came right out after a couple of sips. I will give them the benefit of the doubt and try again but i must say i was disappointed.

We went for a birthday dinner. As soon as we walked in, we were greeted with “Happy Tuesday!” by a couple of lovely hostesses. Until that day, I don’t think I had ever heard that from someone who actually meant it before. Our waitress was also very friendly. The drinks and the food were all great. We had the special boned in ribeye. I asked for the white truffle whipped potatoes and it was simply the best mashed potato I have ever had. I’m so glad we found this place. Looking forward to going back soon!

We went to 9 Elm on a Wednesday to celebrate a family event, and we are so happy we checked them out! The food was impeccable! My wife got the wedge which was fresh and cold, with a marvelous homemade bleu cheese dressing. Their signature french onion was LOADED with onion and had a wonderful wine flavor. It was perfected seasoned and salted, with a great crouton sopping up that wonderful broth. Did I mention the flamed slice of Gruyere? Just outstanding! As for dinner, our dishes included a perfectly cooked, huge grilled pork chop, medium rare duck breast sliced over creamy risotto for my wife, and one dish of bolognese which was literally the best I've ever had. Since the pasta was mine here's more - it was perfectly al dente, with a pork/veal/lamb slow-cooked bolognese finished with just a hint of cream......delicious. Shaved parmesan topped the huge dish, with plenty for dinner and enough leftovers for a great lunch. Chef Matt and his team have created a fantastic menu that they execute flawlessly. My son has peanut/nut and shellfish allergies which they accommodated without hesitation. Drinks are priced modestly and their signature cocktails are excellent. What's not to love? It's a new go-to restaurant for us - looking forward to our next visit! Be sure to make a reservation.

Server we had didn’t do a single thing to make us ever want to come back. No lorecommendations. Didn’t pour our water once. Was MUCH more personable than the other tables in comparison to ours. Why? I haven’t a clue. But she seemed very uninterested in serving us. Took 10+min to greet us, and took forever to come clear the table after we were done eating. She wasn’t friendly. She wasn’t bad, but she was by no means good. Still tipped over 25%. For $140 per person, you can’t even pour my water? That’s concludes the service. Now I understand that food preferences are subjective, but with that being said, the food here is mediocre. It’s not bad, but it’s nothing to write home about. There’s nothing bad about it at all I promise you, but for $140 pp there’s much better more satisfying places you can go to. I’m so upset at myself for believing this was the best restaurant in the north shore lol. If you’re a foodie, RUN BACK TO BOSTON. I literally have 0 reason to recommends this place to anyone but they won’t have an issue at all at this place, their guests seem like regulars. Maybe that’s why they got better service than us. Had to ASK for bread too LOL “please give us bread, or did you “forget” that too.

Great meal at 9 Elm. The waitress was very attentive and personable. Three of us got filet with mashed and veggies (carrots, green beans, asparagus) and one got salmon. We all loved our meals. The filet was cooked perfectly and was a great size. One of the best we’ve had in a long time. La Crema Chardonnay is a favorite and reasonably priced with a great pour. Looking forward to returning soon!

Great food, great service and great atmosphere. The food was outstanding and the service was phenomenal. One o FCC cage best restaurants in the Boston area have ever been to. Highly recommended!!!!

Great experience. The place transports you to the 1600s where you can see how people lived and worked. $5 fee is absolutely worth it. The only downside is that it's very small. 15 mins would be enough to explore the place. I would have wished it to be multiple times larger.

This village is extremely weather dependent just as a heads up! We were so sad to be here when it was raining and they were closed due to flooding. We were here in 2020 and it was closed as well. Really striking out here! That was no fault to the village! We were able to sneak some photos over the fence and see some parts of the village we from a far! Such a neat scene from the movie and just set in general! Maybe 3rd times a charm! We were visiting from Seattle and will be back!

Daytime its 5 stars easy! Unique well kept and really interesting look at what it may have looked like 300 years ago. Night time was super packed and overpriced. Now we did go in October. It was satanic like which i realize that was what they were going with, but for me a little too much. Overall I would recommend it, but not for my super religious friends.

We went on a Saturday in early November. No wait to get in. It was a little busy but not crowded. An excellent experience! Great signage detailing lots of great history and explaining so much about the pioneer times. The buildings were well keep and the grounds were exactly as you'd expect for that time. There was a great presentation on herbs and plants they used for medicinal purposes. If you're interested in history and not just cute Hocus Pocus tourist crap then I highly recommend this place! If you want something "cute" and maintained to modern standards then this is NOT the place for you and your be better suited visiting a mall or theme park.

This was a must do on our list when visiting to Salem, especially being Hocus Pocus fans. Cost is very minimal ($5 each). Its very quick to go through, however if you're walking it's a bit of a walk from the main attractions of Salem but we walked there in about 35 minutes. Make the stop right before to Max and Dani's house on (4 Ocean Ave) too.

Very quaint historic village to walk through and peek inside the buildings. Not crowded, and right on the water. We collected shells from the beach and walked through a nearby park after. Big parking lot with public bathroom.

Definitely something to check out while you are there. Plenty of parking on site and just a 13 minute walk to downtown, especiallyif you are there during the Halloween festivities. I don't recommend stopping at the house that sells witch hats as they are $35 each.

Beautifully preserved 1700’s mansion on Essex Street in Salem. Close to the Witch House. Garden is free to explore and absolutely stunning. We added $5 to Peabody Essex Museum entry fee for mansion tour. Timed entry. It’s beautiful inside with a lot of history and memorabilia from the Ropes family. Helpful staff to answer questions. Four stars is due to not enough time to explore. Only 20 minutes to explore the house and its numerous rooms and countless keepsakes (after 5 minute intro). Oh, & it’s Allison’s house in Hocus Pocus. Definitely worth the visit.

Wow the Ropes Mansion and Gardens are beautiful. The gardens are free to visit. The flowers and all the plants are beautiful and breathtaking. This is a definite must see in Salem Ma

This is a historical stop and also is Allison's house from the movie Hocus Pocus. You can't go inside, but there is a beautiful garden that you can walk through and read about the history of the home. This is free to walk through.

We only saw the gardens, but they were beautiful! It's definitely worth seeing! The flowers were so pretty and they even had a little pond AND a Little Free Library!

Amazing!! Totally worth a visit while in Salem for a moment of quiet astonishment at this beautiful garden. Free/no cost to explore the backyard. Thanks to the friendly passerby for recommending it to us 😌

Ropes mansion the Iconic Allison's house from Hocus pocus. The garden's are absolutely beautiful in the fall 🍂🍁 and the koi 🐟 fish pond

We walked through the garden without doing the tour. Absolutely stunning! My husband made himself comfortable on a garden bench while i wandered around.

Historically accurate location of the hangings of the innocent in Salem for this memorial. Well kept, and clean. The energy was definitely a little sad/dense, but I could also feel a lot of healing and loving energy has been sent there too. Not necessarily a must see, but if you have time to spare and want to see it, it's an easy walk.

Actual location of the Salem Witch hangings. About 10 min walk out of downtown in a quiet neighborhood. Tastefully done memorial

Proctor's Ledge is a profoundly quiet memorial to thirteen men and women who were accused of witchcraft and hanged in Salem, Massachusetts, in the year 1692. This particular episode of accusations, hysteria, and trials is the subject of many books and papers, and the proposed causes range from religious superstitions and spoiled grain to bored and spiteful teenage girls, as well as resentful individuals manipulating public sentiment to benefit from local property laws. None of that mattered to the thirteen who died on this spot, falsely accused of witchcraft. It is worthwhile to take a long moment to sit and reflect on the complex early history of 17th-century Salem and its people.

Really nice memorial, could do with a clean up and needs signs in the town to make you aware of it. Someone local told us about it thats how we found out about it.

It's a bit hard to find based on the address provided via Google but a very nice spot.

It's nice that there is a memorial at that location for the Salem Witch Trial deaths. There just isn't really much to see here. When we visited, there were trash cans in the memorial space and leaves were filling the area. I know you can't really do much about the leaves, but I feel like the trash cans need to be outside of the memorial space. We felt like the memorial garden downtown was a better memorial, but we liked that there was a historical marker at the exact location of the deaths.

Rating it 5 stars because they did a good job with the memorial, looks nice, and it's clean. You should know that it's not in the best neighborhood, though. Do not go there after dark. There are signs that say this. There's no place to park, really. There's an abandoned walgreens next door that I parked at illegally. There are signs that say it's private property. I wish there was a plaquard there with some more information on it. Its free.

4th Oldest house in Massachusetts is location to visit. The house doesn't look over 400 years. I think it looks better than mine 😀😀😀. I didn't take the tour but must be unique and existing. The houses around are all from the late 1700's so please be mindful of elderly crossing the streets

Drove an hour back to Salem just to tour this home with the BEST tour guide ever, Vijay. The oldest house in Salem on the original foundation, occupied by 10 generations of the Pickering family, including Timothy Pickering who served on George Washington's cabinet. The exterior of the home is just lovely to see. Be sure to go across the street to the cemetery where many of the Pickering family are buried. Bought tickets in advance from the website.

Vijay was an amazing guide throughout the tour of the Pickering house. It's amazing to see a 17th century home and the timeframe it has been through! Definitely a must see when coming to Salem!

A very beautiful home of a American revolutionary hero and Patriot . I just did a walk around this huge home and grounds and took these pictures .I would love to come back and visit in the future .

My mother and I visited from Canada. VJ guided our tour and was passionate and informative. My mother loves architecture and had some great chitchat before entering the house. I am not much of a history person but loved listening to VJ speak, like a captivating story. The house was lovely to see in all its layered glory. Thank you for having us!

By far my favorite tour in Salem. The current caretaker is beyond knowledgeable and passionate. He will answer all your questions about the Pickering Family and Salem. I truly wish we could hire him as a personal tour guide of Salem. Make sure to walk the cemetery across the street also Bonus- The house has a friendly cat.

I absolutely loved my tour yesterday! The house tells so many interesting stories and Vijay (the caretaker and tour guide) is the perfect conduit for that. I cannot recommend touring this beautiful house enough.

Wont be renewing our yearly subscription for 2025. the last few times we have gone there seems to be more safety and health concerns. 1. a hole section, arguably the funfest section has been out of order. 2. A step that allows kids to climb out in the obstacle course area is broke. we saw 3 kids who were stuck down there. and needed there parents to climb in and help. 3. The sanitation stations are empty. 4. The men's bathroom had no lights. I thought there might have been motion censored. it was pitch black and never turned on.

We went with our almost 4 year old grandson during Little Leapers Friday 10-12. The toddler area is quite small. Only one enclosed climbing area with a small slide. Trampoline jumping area. Small foam block pit. Foam building blocks that he enjoyed the most. There were bigger kids in this area meant for toddlers.

I am really disappointed with this place . The first thing you notice when you walk in is a strong, unpleasant smell, which makes it hard to enjoy the space right away. The bathrooms are in very poor condition, with very bad hygiene that clearly hasn’t been kept up. For a place meant for children, cleanliness should be a top priority, but it was not here. I hope management takes this seriously and makes improvements, because right now it’s not a place I’d want to bring my kids back to. And I paid a membership because my son loves to come but I rather waist my money than bring my son to a place like that.

Got free Tix today (Easter day). A good 1.5h spent for the kids to have fun

I recently had a party at this establishment and I can’t express how much my kids had fun. The party host Day was extremely helpful and I truly haven’t seen a young man care so much for the safety and happiness of other kids. He made sure everything was going smoothly, he was a great help to the party and everybody involved in the party gained a liking to him really fast. If the rest of the staff is just like Day at SkyZone they won’t have many problems. I would recommend that you bring your own drinks as the concession stand is extremely overpriced.

Celebrated a shared birthday for my children and was very pleased. Emmanuel was our party host and checked me in almost immediately. He kept checking on us making sure everyone was having fun and happy. There seemed to be a lot of parties so we weren't able to get into the private room until 15 mins before our pizzas arrived, but he was very transparent with updates! After celebrating with cake the kids ran back out to jump around til our time was over. Parents kept saying they even had a blast! If requests can be made, definitely ask for Emmanuel to host your party! Very helpful, attentive and definitely deserves a raise! Thank you for helping make our kids birthday the best experience!

I was shocked by how far the standards have fallen. Safety rules—especially around trampolines—are barely being enforced, if at all. I found myself explaining basic safety rules to kids because your staff clearly wasn’t going to. If management thinks this is acceptable, it’s time for a serious reality check—before someone gets hurt.

Old school candle pin bowling alley. Don't expect much and you won't be let down. No food but you can get cold drinks. Affordable & cozy. Major plus is the jukebox which is filled with tons of hits from all genres.

this place is AMAZING. excellent jukebox. great decor. wasn’t crowded at all when we went on a saturday night. couldn’t recommend more highly.

Sunny Side Bowlerdrome in Danvers is a great spot for classic candlepin bowling and family fun. The lanes are well-kept, and the atmosphere brings that authentic New England bowling alley feel. It’s casual, clean, and perfect for all ages—from kids to adults. The staff is friendly, helpful, and keeps everything running smoothly, even during busy hours. Whether you’re bowling for fun or joining one of their leagues, the experience is consistently enjoyable. There’s a snack bar with all the classics—pizza, candy, and drinks—which makes it easy to spend a few hours here without leaving. It’s also a great option for birthday parties, group outings, or a low-key weekend hangout. Prices are very reasonable, and there’s plenty of parking available. The location is convenient and easy to find right off Route 1.

Absolutely amazing candle pin establishment!! Would come again!!!

Very, very clean- staff is constantly sanitizing everything. Nice lanes and not too crowded. $33 for two games and was very fun. Heads up: vending machines don’t work unless you have quarters/ you can buy alcoholic beverages behind the counter. 10/10 going back frequently and recommend.

Excellent staff and selection on bowling balls bought new bag and balls couldn't be happier. I highly recommend this establishment for all your bowling needs

A little pricey, but good fun. Cash only, but there’s an ATM right there. Variety of beer available as well for the adults.

This Church is absolutely gorgeous, has a ton of history, friendly people, breathtaking stain glass windows, original pews, a must see! We did the walk thru tour, its a church fundraiser, and it was 10/10. Everyone was very knowledgeable and answered every question we asked. Dont want to give it all away, but it's definitely a must see, just for those windows!

Pretty cool, but was sold out by the time we got there highly recommend getting some cool pictures from the outside though.

This was an absolutely beautiful church! There are three guides to give you history of everything about the church. I was glad I stopped!

Very neat and historical. Would recommend seeing it!

Beautiful church with a lot of history and acceptance of everyone.

Beautiful historic church, lovely, friendly, welcoming and accepting congregation. I love that they do such important community outreach especially with marginalized and targeted groups. 🌈

An interesting piece of architecture that has some designs similar to those seen in a castle. This is a neat site to stop at when exploring the area and there are lots of hidden features that are cool to spot.

I am just going to review the Welcome 🤗 Center. The house is in good condition and there is historical information ℹ️ posted with photos and articles. That satisfied my interest in history. There is a small gift shop. It will not take you long to tour the house unless there is an event going on.

Interesting free spot to checkout while in Salem ! Guided tours available but you can do on your own easily .

Amazing visit! A must see. The attendants were very helpful, friendly, and knowledgeable.

I'm a Salem resident and I am on a mission to tour all the local attractions AND historical sites. About this one: The Charter Street Cemetery Welcome Center is actually a very interesting example of a First-Period house, built in 1672 for mariner Samuel Pickman and only recently transformed into the Welcome Center of the adjacent graveyard. It was beautifully restored over the years and, for the architecture buffs, its structure is rich in details (windows, exposed beams, corbels etc). When you get inside - entrance is from the back, not on the street - you can visit two rooms on the first floor, one is their gift shop and the other is a small exhibition about both the house and the cemetery. Even though this makes a very quick visit (5/10 minutes), it's worth the visit since it's conveniently located downtown, it's free and it provides information about the cemetery. Also, the gift shop is small but you might find things here you can't find elsewhere. They occasionally organize/host free lectures - I attended one on Puritan funeral habits and another on colonial medicinal herbs, both very enjoyable and informative. PROs You get the chance to see the well preserved inside of one of the only two 1600s houses in Salem which are open to the public for free (the others require tickets - the other free to the public from the 1600s is only occasionally open and not restored). It's free and picture-worthy! CONs No real cons here, but be aware that during tourist season, especially in October, the entire area of the cemetery, memorial etc gets VERY, VERY busy. Entrance to the welcome center might be limited or might require a reservation (check their website). On a normal day, like today, no lines, no waiting, no issues at all.

We went here today and toured the cemetery. We walked just past the witch trials memorial. The person at the gate was very helpfull. Some of the people buried were involved in the trials. I saw graves from the 1680s. Only one person who was hanged for being a witch is buried here and then o ly many years after her death I also posted a few photos of the spot where they were hung.

Dave was very helpful. Very welcoming and knowledgeable with information. His contribution to preserving the memory and providing a great self guide. Hope to see Dave here for many years to come. It was nice to have an authentic person who is here to spread the knowledge without the gimmick. I’m sad to hear that the city is trying to take it away from him trying to create a tourist trap. KEEP DAVE! He makes the experience 100% worth seeing.

Awesome little house. Enjoy taking a tour through it and reading about how it was discovered. Definitely worth a visit if you're in the area. It's interesting to see the architecture and how well it was built.

While visiting Salem, we stopped by this historic graveyard. It was crowded, so we didn’t get to look at a lot of specific graves, but it’s definitely a must visit. We would definitely take a tour to learn more about this historic place.

This is a tiny, historic cemetery in Salem, Mass. There is a small welcome center and gift shop, a memorial to those hanged during the Salem Witch Trials in the late 1690's, and a nice path to walk through. Its interesting, and historic, and worth seeing. But its a cemetery, so don't get your hopes up too high.

Free to enter - opens sometime after 10am on a Tuesday in June. We arrived around 9:30 and this was our first stop after parking and the visitor center. At that time, the gates were still locked, but we could see a lot from the memorial. We came back in the afternoon and it was all unlocked and we got to walk around inside the cemetery. Lots of very old graves and interesting style of the tomb stones. Definitely stop here if you’re visiting Salem, just make sure you don’t come too early or you’ll miss actually getting to go into the cemetery.

Amazing historic cemetery!!! Great place to walk around, you have to stay on the paths in order to help the preservation efforts but you can still see a lot of the old stones.

Really liked this experience, it was kind of moving to see people that were founders of our country and here they are in real life I'll be at deceased but still very much a part of living history. Also don't forget to pay a respects to the which memorial next door very awesome

So when I got there there was a lady standing at the gate and you have to scan a ticket to make reservations it is free to walk through the cemetery. So once you go when it will take you around a loop the cemetery is very old dating back to the 1600s and it's very cool you are not able to walk on the grass and must stay on the path. I love checking cemeteries out and I thought this one was pretty cool and old-looking. I would definitely recommend checking this place out if you are into history and old cemeteries like I am.

This is a beautifully preserved cemetery. It shows an interesting part of history. We spoke to a staff member but I didn't get their name. They were incredibly knowledgeable about the cemetery as well as Salem in general.

A true gem by the ocean to catch nice summer breezes and beautiful sunrises and sunsets. Also has a nice 300' pier for views and fishing. I just wish the City did more to interact with the neighborhood and take suggestions about how it could be improved (especially regarding the litter.

Very fun place to go with family. The water nearby keeps everything cool and not too hot! ive been multiple times and it was very fun each time. If you have little ones, the arcade is very nice and has much to offer. I definitely recommend if you are in the area!

This is my favorite place in Salem. Beautiful scenery, great walking area, and the seafood shack there is great also

Great spot to chill and enjoy the shoreline and beach. The views esrly andnlate are beautiful from sunrise to sunset Salem Willows is a beautiful place to enjoy with family and friends.

This is a Beautiful Park in every Season. We Love it!

Salem Willows' pickleball ball courts provided an awesome venue for Kinship Farm's 'Play Pickleball for Good' fundraiser ❣️

Salem Willows will always be my happy place!! This park has a very important place in my families heart. I just wish they would take better care of the park as well as the strip of amusements and restaurants. Over the years it has started to look more of a ghost town than the amazing park I used to know and love. They really need to give this park a face lift and take care of it!!!

Great Steaks at a Fair Price: Texas Roadhouse is known for its hand-cut steaks, and they generally live up to the hype. The meat is flavorful, cooked to order, and generously portioned. Prices are reasonable for the quality you get, especially compared to higher-end steakhouses. Friendly, Lively Atmosphere: The vibe is energetic—think country music, line dancing by staff, and a casual, rustic interior. It’s a great spot for families, groups, or anyone looking for a laid-back meal. Fresh-Baked Bread & Cinnamon Butter: The complimentary rolls and cinnamon butter are standout favorites. They’re fresh, warm, and honestly addictive. Consistent Service: While service can vary slightly by location, most diners find the servers friendly and attentive. The staff generally makes an effort to create a welcoming experience.

This was the first time I’ve eaten at this location and the service was great! The wait was not long and everybody was friendly. I usually go to the Everett location. The Everett location can be tricky to get to. I never knew how close this location was to me! I ordered a bacon cheeseburger medium rare with Bacon and American cheese and it was delicious! The ketchup bottle was full at the table. The French fries and the Shirley Temple were great!

I just had to come on here and say that Sailermoon was one of the best servers I’ve ever experienced in my 30 years on earth. She was accommodating, pleasant and attentive, truly elevating the experience after a ROUGH personal day. On top of that, restaurant was clean and the food was delicious. It was a great date night.

We stopped here while traveling through because Texas is one of our favorites. Standard Texas restaurant. No wait to get seated and they were busy. But our food took a long time to come out and when it did the meat was overcooked. Kababs ordered as medium had a lot of gristle and we're blacked on the outside and grey on the inside. Ribs were overcooked and chewy. They remade the ribs. The broccoli was pale green and undercooked. It just didn't taste good. Really disappointing overall.

If you're looking for a great steakhouse, I highly recommend giving them a try. They have a really extensive menu with lots of different food and drink options to choose from, so there's likely something for everyone. Beyond the variety, I also found the staff to be incredibly friendly and attentive. Overall, it was a very positive dining experience.

From the moment I stepped into this steakhouse, I knew it was going to be an unforgettable dining experience. The warm lighting, elegant yet cozy atmosphere, and attentive staff set the tone right away. What impressed me most was the perfect balance of sophistication and comfort—this is the kind of place where you can celebrate a special occasion or simply enjoy a night out without feeling rushed. The star of the evening, of course, was the steak. I ordered the ribeye, cooked medium rare, and it was absolute perfection—juicy, tender, and bursting with flavor. You could taste the quality of the beef, and the chef’s skill in preparation was undeniable. Each bite had that perfect charred crust on the outside with a melt-in-your-mouth texture inside. My dining companions ordered the filet mignon and the porterhouse, and we couldn’t stop trading bites because each cut was just as exceptional. Beyond the steak, the sides and starters were equally impressive. The truffle mashed potatoes were creamy and indulgent, the roasted Brussels sprouts had a delightful crispness, and the shrimp cocktail was fresh and flavorful. The wine list was extensive, with options to suit every palate, and our server gave spot-on recommendations that paired beautifully with our meals.

Over all my family and I had a horrendous experience at the Danvers location. From my earlier complaint about front of house ignoring customers as they wait to put their names on the waitlist while they take phone calls to put names on the waitlist to a meal disaster. I ordered Fillet Medallions, well done. They arrived bright pink. When I was able to report the problem, the waiter wanted to just take the meat. I explained that everything was cold and I’d like a new meal cooked as ordered. Paul took the meal to the kitchen and they sent him back to me with the cold rice and sauce explaining that they were only re-cooking the meat. This server was so nice and clearly more aware than the kitchen that this was not the correct way to handle the mistake as he kept apologizing. I asked him to take the rice and sauce away. Moments later a manager returned to our table and abruptly stated, “cut it and make sure it’s right”. But this was now 3 medallions of beef and the rest of the meal was missing. In front of my family I couldn’t complain any further as the manager was clearly oblivious. Overall an absolutely horrifying experience for my family and I. My $136.64 would have been more satisfying to throw out the window of my car. I just don’t know how they get away with treating people like this. It was a disaster and nobody there showed the ability to understand the mistakes so it was pointless to cause a scene. The kitchen, management and staff need some customer service training.

Setting up reservations for a place we've never been has never been so easy! The site was a bit small yet cozy in its own way. You're only a few minutes from the tourist area of Salem. The beach and views were over the top and beautiful. The bath house could use some upgrades, but it was clean. Staff was so very kind and friendly.

Camp ground is nice, great price and proximity to Salem . If you are camping the raccoons are huge and they will get into your stuff! Do not leave any food out . Also if you are tent camping anywhere near the gate . Be prepared to not get much sleep. The gate is constantly opening and closing throughout the night. People drive in at all hours and have music blasting. If it’s not the gate, it’s the raccoons getting into garbage, or the planes fling in / out of Logan. Suggest bringing ear plugs.

In my opinion, this is the best way to stay in Salem. A tent site is 38 a night. If you book far enough in advance you can stay close enough to the beach you will hear the waves while you sleep. As afar as the physical grounds, its okay, nothing special, its the location that makes it next level. The island is little and easy to.get around. If you have bikes, this is a perfect adventure for anyone wanting to be close enough to all the Salem action in October without the price tag. We walked everywhere. Its totally reasonbly walkable if you are a person who enjoys walking. There are ubers as well and for the most part ubers are cheaper than the parking in the center of town. You could always uber into the center and walk around there and uber back. It was $12 one way when I did it. Parking was 50. There is some sort of power station that does make some noise and planes regularly go overhead. As you walk around the little island you will hear these. It did not bother my ability to sleep. I will add video and photos to this review later today.

The park was really nice. The camp grounds were clean. The bath house was a bit run down so I did not use them. The staff were very nice and suggested great things to see in Salem. Being right next to the water was beautiful. The hook ups for the camper were good but there is no sewage. You have to go next door to a waste treatment plant to dump the waste. I didn't see any vending machines or other amenities. There was a place to launch your boat if you have one.

This RV park is basically a parking lot so the spots are VERY close together. We had a hose connection that was leaking fresh water and our neighbor complained. The maintenance man came and checked it out and said everything was OK. He was nice & professional. I fixed the drip. Then, our neighbor complained again and Peggy from the camp office came over and harassed us about it. We did not appreciate the harassment. We explained to Peggy that her coworker already addressed the issue, but she kept on going on about it until we asked for her name. This camp site had a beautiful view of the harbor, but we will not stay there again. Peggy needs a lesson in customer service. It is a bit overpriced considering that there is no space & no sewer connection. The bathroom attendant was great and kept the bathrooms cleaned all day.

We found this place the perfect spot for exploring Salem. Has the basics and our site was flat. We were out in the field which suited us with our Starlink. One of the water sites though would have been great. The showers aren’t the best so we used our own. Gorgeous sunsets there.

What a fantastic spot to camp! We were able to get a waterfront site do our RV. The sites are fairly close together but that wasn’t really a problem. Within walking distance of Salem. We will definitely be back!

Super cool area of town even in the rain. No witches , no goblins, no wizards but the people were out.

Great place to visit & shop when in Salem. There are also plenty of places to grab food too!

Had a great time! Great shops and restaurants!

A busy little area with lots of shops, street performers, and great people watching.

Salem is a great little walkable city! Lots to see and do, great shopping, eating, enjoy the architecture and the history.

There is always so much to see and enjoy during Haunted Happening in this street. From vendors to performers, you can take your time walking the city.

Full of t shirt shops and trinket shops. There are a few haunted attractions to see there.

So glad we decided to visit this gallery. The craftsmanship in the pieces displayed is very detailed and intricate. The research and history behind the art was very educational. The staff was welcoming and delighted to answer any questions. Very intriguing history here. Thank you.

This is an awesome way to spend a few hours in Salem! There is beautiful art, a throne room and tons of books. Entry is not expensive and the gift shop has so many things to choose from. The girl working here (Boo) was so sweet and welcoming. She took the best pics of me with baphomet ❣️

Really enjoyed the time I spent here. The place is quiet and calm. There is quite a bit to see. Person working was very helpful and kind. The art was amazing and they encouraged photos. The atmosphere is very welcoming. I'm not a member (only because I swore off any and all organized religion) but I am a supporter (and fangirl maybe). They have a great mission if you take the time to hear it. My daughter was really excited about all the souvenirs I brought her from the gift shop. Definitely recommend.

This was an awesome experience! My friend and I saw the documentary and knew this was a place we had to learn more about. The staff is so friendly and there was a lot of thought put into each room with the design and the items in them! Definitely recommend to visit!

Went here for the first time the weekend before Halloween. Amazing art and just such a cool experience. The staff was so nice as well. Just an overall wonderful time and I can’t wait to visit again! Hail Satan.

If I could give this place more stars than 5 I would. TST is one of my FAVORITE places to visit while in Salem. My first visit was end of 2018/ beginning of 2019. Soon after I became a member and visit frequently. These are some of the kindest humans I’ve ever met! They keep amazing artwork in the gallery and I’m always amazed at the talent that comes though here. The work they do and the causes that they support I can get behind 100%. Nothing but respect and love for TST! HIGHLY recommend visiting and learning about what there all about for yourself!

Like a kid in a candy store! When you come all the way from Europe to see what you have only been able to see on pictures and you realise...there is so much more to see! There is no way a picture could ever tell you the textures, you do not get the general ambiance, you do not get the nuances...the experience and the very warm welcome is worth the trip! The decor itself, the curtains, the cabinets, the wall paper, that building is a piece of art on its own. The outside and the beautiful dahlias, roses and other carefully curated beauties is already a beautiful collection! Let us not forget the amazing collections of arts, books and other artefacts! I had no idea the permanent collection was going to be so exceptional! I don't feel that s a secret as it was announced to us as we walked in but I didn't expect originals and my eyes watered a little...the library is pretty impressive and from what I heard, it's only a fragment. John, Erica and Audrey were absolutely lovely! The shop is neat and tidy and very easy to navigate, which is a rarity for a gift shop and very much so appreciated. I would definitely love to come back on a regular basis because I feel like there is always something new to see.

I had my sons 6th party here. What a great place. Kenny and his staff were amazing with the children and was extremely accommodating for my family. We had a huge party almost 40 people and they made my son and all the children feel like they were their only customers. My son had such a great time. Thank you I'm so beyond happy to recommend Kenny and his staff for your next event!

Return visit with grandchild. Noted even more machines in arcade didn't work; why do broken machines still have their lights on. Grandchild won a big bonus (1900+) tickets on a machine I was playing before him. We got an error message during the payout and I went to the desk for help. Staff member came over.... said to a colleague "isn't this machine broken?" and told me there would be no payout. Someone had taken a piece of masking tape off the machine that was supposed to keep it from being used. She then handed me my quarter back. Grandchild didn't understand how someone could be so unfair.... I was flabbergasted; what would have been the financial impact of the payout--5 bucks?. Will never set foot in facility with any of my family and friends. Too bad...

I love the neon art, it is really awesome. just be carful of the crane games, the only crane game I know works most of the time is the candy one.

awesome little place, more fun than what it looks like from the outside. look around and rrad stuff while you play.

THERE IN THE WALLS!!!! PLEASE HELP ME!!! MY CHILDREN ARE BLEEDING OUT ON THE FLOORS...... There dead..... There all dead..... The Turkish man.......

Very good to have a good time with the kids very nice place..

It's a family 👪 games and young children game..great enjoy...

We love the pool and the playground. Some of the lifeguards are a little too strict when it comes to the kids playing. I completely understand that there’s rules for a reason but let’s keep them the same across the board. Also if the parent is there with the child let the parents enforce the rules. Please don’t yell at my kid in front of me. Otherwise this place is great I’ve been going there for over 30 years. We love it here. Most of the staff is great! I do wish there were some picnic tables closer to the pool so you didn’t have to pack all your stuff up and walk across the park to have lunch.

David and I had never been to Forester River Park before and originally came to see the Pioneer Village, but we decided to take some time to explore the park and shoreline as well and we’re so glad we did. What a beautiful place! The park offers lovely walking trails, peaceful views along the river, and plenty of benches and picnic tables for relaxing. There’s ample parking, and everything feels well cared for and inviting. A wonderful spot to spend an afternoon appreciating nature and local history.

Just had a quick walk here on Halloween to see the village which has strange operating hours. Park itself seemed nice with a large car park, small baseball field and basketball court.

From pool to ocean this place has it all!!! Next time I go, I’m definitely gonna be one of those ones on the paddleboard :-) Me and one of my friend went for a walk around the grounds. If you go around a couple of times, you get a great workout in will be in cool with that ocean breeze.

Small park to walk around with dogs but it gives good energy. plenty of seating to sit all around, there is a playground and public pool with a snack bar and bathrooms. Seems to be a well maintained space.

Very cool place for the kids and my kids love sliding

Super great for kids! There is an amazing little splash pad! Has an activity where you all work together! The ocean is also right there along with the houses they filmed Hocus Pocus in! There is a pool and playground and a beach at the ocean too!

Instead of staying in the downtown historic, witchy area of Salem, venture only a few minutes away to a beautiful and powerful piece of culture for the Latino and immigrant citizens of Salem. There are stunning pieces of street work that had my traveling partner and I in awe. I’m impressed with the Punto Urban Art Museum and what they have to offer. I hope that other cities look to Salem’s work here and try something similar. It honors the hard working people of this community! One of my favorite murals included a quote from an artist who said they painted what they wanted in their childhood: a neighborhood with a playground. Wow. Loved it.

Real, authentic, relatable, beautiful, truth. This is how I would describe the Punto Urban Art Museum. I often have a hard time relating to certain art forms because the canvas, lyrics, images, etc don’t speak to me. Though I couldn’t see my experience through most of these pieces, I saw some of my friends as well as my ancestors. If you’re in Salem to enjoy the fall festivities, check out this outdoor museum. You’ll be moved.

Very interesting thing to do. Would have never known it was over there unless someone dragged me over that way. We were there for the Salem Halloween festivities and it’s a little off the beaten track. But worth the walk. It’s clean safe and pretty cool. Kids loved the twist and turns and app the paintings. Definitely a great place to check out before you leave town.

Such an amazing surprise! I'm a huge street art fan from Brooklyn and I really loved all these murals. You should definitely check it out!

Very cool art work! Nice walk from a frew bars. There is a boardwalk, that leads you to the harbor!

Working on the buildings here amazing work by the artists whatever they're names are. I would suggest anyone who hasn't been to see this go very soon because they will be eliminating 4 or the murals forever very soon.

Besides the lack of nearby affordable parking, this was one of the highlights of our trip to Salem. There was more to see than we expected. The LED lighting between buildings really helped make it interesting.

Big piece of salem witch trail history hidden between houses with no handicap accessibility or parking. I recommend a visit but you leave with a sense of history wanting to be forgotten by the town.

Just an old house on the side of a very busy road. Signage not easily visible. No parking and no sidewalk.

Really cool! It's basically in someone's back yard.

This is where it all began and it's free!

A very important site in the history of the witch trials, this is the foundation of the house where the witch trials began, in the very family of the town's pastor. Today it is pretty well forgotten. It is basically in someone's backyard.

It was neat seeing the site. But much there, but it's a piece of history.

Quiet and humbling.

Ashley is amazing…. Highly recommend her for your next facial! Very personable and has a gentle touch. One of the best facials ever! The spa is lovely with a calming atmosphere. Pleasant staff! Will be back soon….

I’ve been coming here and seeing Ashley regularly for facials, and I honestly can’t recommend her enough. She is incredibly knowledgeable, skilled, and truly honest about what my skin needs (and doesn’t need). She never tries to upsell or push products, which I really appreciate — it’s always about what’s best for me. Every session is not just effective, but relaxing, and I always leave feeling refreshed and glowing. I genuinely look forward to every visit! Thank you Ashley!

Certainly the very Best of Boston continually. It feels like you're on vacation when you enter, lovely ambiance, positive vibe. "Come here" for an amazing experience. All the services are top notch. Most recent, my anti aging facial with Paulina. 🪄✨️💫 Thank you Christiane Bourque Spa

I had a lymphatic massage with Sonia, she was amazing in every aspect! I had a Platinum Hydra facial with Paulina, and she was equally amazing. The spa is very nice and welcoming and the staff seemed happy!

Went for a massage for the first time with a gift card and it’ll be the only time. Customer service was subpar, the room was cold (basement level), getting out of the warm bed onto cold hard tile abruptly ended any serenity I had tried to hold onto. I submitted my concerning review about the masseuse directly to the salon when I got the review request text message and it was ignored.

Fantastic massage with Ashley B! She listened to what I wanted and did a great job. I booked my next appointment when I left!

I had an amazing massage by Lucy today. Very relaxing and got the tension out of my shoulders. It was followed up with a facial by Ashley F. I have very sensitive skin and everything she used was no problem and I left glowing!

Great place for bouncy activities for kids of all ages. Mini Monkey Zone for children under 3 and larger slides and obstacle structures for kids 4 and up. Weekends can get VERY busy and hectic. We like to go on no-school or half-day Fridays.

Great place for kids, we had a birthday party here and everything was great, the kids are still jumping around playing:)

Pure chaos. It's as if there were a hundred banshees running through an inflatable jungle. The kids loved it.

My 8yo and 2yo love this place. Reasonably priced. Clean. A lot of staff attendants. However they do not always enforce the rules - let older kids to jump in toddler area. A lot of attractions! Arcade games. We spent 3 hours there and kids didn't want to leave. They have only one bouncy house for toddlers, it would be good if they would have more. I saw a lot of toddlers and big kids jumping together in the smallest "big kids" bouncy house and it looked dangerous for little ones. Overcrowded. My 8yo liked it so much that he wants to have a birthday party there. I'd give it 4.5 stars.

Clean, staff was nice. Kids loved it... School day so it wasn't that crowded...

I took my kids there and we all enjoyed. The place is very clean and the bouncing castles and slides were a favourite for my kids. The air hockey was so much fun for the adults. My only issue was that the admission fee is not worth it especially if you are going to be there for an hour or so cause you still have to pay to play the arcade games. A little disappointing but not a deal breaker. I'll definitely be back with the kids.

Crowded but over all I was happy that my child had a good time. Place wasn't as cleaned as I would have like. There wasnt many staff members attending to the areas of play or the sit down areas. I think they would benefit from asking ALL guest to remove shoes. Rug really felt gross. There's no way of getting your shoes to go to the bathroom. So kids with no shoes and adults with shoes in the bathrooms! Yuck. 🤢 I do like that they do door check when exiting if your leaving with a child and food is reasonably priced. I also liked that they had a variety of different bouncy houses that was great for kids of all ages