
Hawthorne's Haunts
About Tour:
Nathaniel Hawthorne’s legacy runs deep in Salem. I’ll be guiding you to the spooky locations linked to Nathaniel Hawthorne’s dark past and share you the tales of the ghosts that now lurk these parts. You'll see where he lived, where he was born and the places he frequented. You'll also see and hear other haunted sites in Salem along the way.
Prepare yourself for a true tale horror. I’ll meet you at the Nathaniel Hawthorne Statue, if you dare.
Frequently asked questions
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A self guided walking tour allows you to explore a city at your own pace using your smartphone instead of following a live tour guide. With WalknTours, the app guides you along a planned route and automatically plays audio stories about landmarks and historic sites as you walk. A self guided walking tour gives you the freedom to start anytime, pause whenever you want, and explore cities without being part of a group.
A WalknTours self guided walking tour uses GPS and audio to guide you through a city. After downloading the tour to your phone, simply follow the map in the app. As you approach each stop, the audio automatically plays stories, history, and directions, making it easy to follow the route while exploring at your own pace.
It’s simple:
Download the WalknTours app on your iOS or Android device. The link is here.
Open the tour, go to the starting location, and press play — the app guides you with GPS-triggered audio.
No, your self guided walking tour does not expire. Once you purchase and download a WalknTours self guided walking tour, you can use it anytime you like. Many travelers download their self guided walking tour before a trip and use it months later when they arrive at their destination. Because a self guided walking tour is flexible, you can start it whenever it fits your schedule and even take the tour more than once if you revisit the city.
No, you do not need an internet connection during your self guided walking tour. WalknTours allows you to download the entire self guided walking tour to your phone before you start. Once the tour is downloaded, the GPS-enabled map and audio will work offline while guiding you from stop to stop. This makes it easy to enjoy a self guided walking tour without worrying about mobile data, roaming charges, or losing signal while exploring a city.
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What's Include
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🎧 Full Self-Guided Audio Tour – Expert narration with immersive storytelling.
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🗺 Interactive GPS Map – Never get lost; see each stop on your phone.
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📍 14 Official Freedom Trail Landmarks – Plus bonus hidden gems along the way.
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⏱ Explore at Your Own Pace – Pause, replay, or skip stops anytime.
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🏛 Historic Insights & Local Tips – Stories, trivia, and recommendations from locals.
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🍽 Built-In Breaks – Time to enjoy Faneuil Hall, Quincy Market, and North End treats.
What's Not Include
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🚶 Live Tour Guide – This is a self-guided experience; explore on your own schedule.
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🎟 Entrance Fees – Tickets to museums or attractions are not included.
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🚗 Transportation – No shuttle, parking, or ride services provided.
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🍔 Food & Drinks – Meals and snacks are at your own expense.
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📶 Mobile Data – An internet connection is required to download the tour before starting.
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Loved exploring at my own pace—felt like a private tour just for me!a
– John D.
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The stories were so vivid, I could picture history coming alive.
– Emily R.
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Perfect mix of facts, fun, and hidden gems. Highly recommend!
– David R.
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No rushing, no big crowds—just me, my headphones, and an amazing city.
– Tina M.
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Learned more in two hours than I ever did in school history classes.
– Zander
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Easy to use and incredibly informative. The GPS syncing was spot on!
– Lisa K.
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Felt like I had a guide in my ear, but total freedom to roam.”
– Martin P.
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Took the tour at sunset absolutely magical experience!
Tour Stops
On this haunted walking tour you'll see:
The Hawthorne Statue
Hawthorne Hotel
Haunted Salem Common
Salem Witch House
Brown Street
St. Peter's
the Peabody
Gardner Pingree House
Hawthorne's Birthplace
Customs House
Mercy Tavern
Morning Glory B and B
The Seven Gables
And much more!
Listen Tour
WalknTour APP Guide Video
Tour Guidance
TOUR CITY:
Salem MA
TOUR DISTANCE:
1 Mile
TOUR LENGTH:
50 to 70 Mins
TOUR START LOCATION:
Hawthorne's Statue
TOUR END LOCATION:
Seven Gables
