Private Day Trip to Salem and Hammond Castle from Boston
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Overview
Enjoy a unique day trip to Boston's northern shore, combining Salem and Hammond Castle! Start the day with a pickup at your door and a comfortable ride to Hammond Castle, located on the ocean cliffs of Gloucester. Take a guided tour of the castle, learning about the history of the eccentric millionaire inventor who built it. Enjoy free time to explore the castle and gardens with plenty of opportunities for stunning photos. Drive to Salem, where you will have free time for lunch. Choose from a wide variety of dining options in the historic downtown. After lunch, your guide will take you on a tour of Salem. Learn about the infamous witch trials of 1692, see the real places where the victims were hanged. Learn the story of the "Corwin Curse" as you take a picture in front of the historic Witch House. See the locations where Hocus Pocus was filmed. Take a drive through one of the most beautiful streets in North America, lined with mansions built on the city's maritime fortune.
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GET TICKETSTicket Options (2) Options Available
Option(s)
Standard Pickup
Standard Pickup: Pickup in Boston within 3 miles of the North End, EXCEPT at Boston Logan International Airport or at Boston Flynn CruiseportPickup included
Starting from
$140
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Cruiseport Pickup
Cruiseport Pickup: Pickup at Boston Flynn CruiseportPickup included
Starting from
$146.67
Ticket Information
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
What's Included
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Fuel surcharge
- Guide
- Hammond Castle Admission
- Parking Fees
What's not Included
- Lunch
- Gratuities
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Additional Info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- JANUARY - MARCH BOOKINGS: Hammond Castle has limited availability during the winter months, and we cannot guarantee it will be open prior to your booking this tour. We will confirm as soon as possible after booking, and refer you to another tour if we can not confirm.
- Note that per Massachusetts state law: "All children riding in passenger motor vehicles must be in a federally approved child passenger restraint that is properly fastened and secured according to the manufacturer's instructions until they are 8 years old OR over 57 inches tall." We do not provide child seats, please bring age appropriate car seats for kids who do not meet these criteria. We will not be able to do the tour if you do not have child seats for everyone that needs one. A refund will not be issued the day of the tour due to lack of proper car seats. All children must be registered as separate tour guests.
- Luggage - note that luggage will decrease vehicle capacity. If you have luggage, please let us know in your booking comments so we can confirm we will be able to safely handle it.
- Hammond Castle has many narrow staircases, some with only rope banisters. While those with moderate fitness should be okay, most of Hammond Castle is not accessible to anyone who needs assistance on stairs.
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