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If you’ve taken any sort of US history class (or watched the movie Hocus Pocus<\/em>), you likely know about the Salem Witch Trials. Salem, Massachusetts is a neat place to check out anytime of year, but during the fall months, the area is booming <\/i>with all things witches, warlocks and Halloween. There are so many extra things to see and experience, which is why we think you should plan to RV in Salem in October!<\/p>\n

If you’re still brewing up your fall RV travel itinerary, we’ve harvested a few reasons why you should include Salem on your list.<\/p>\n

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About Salem, Massachusetts<\/h2>\n

In case you need a little history refresher: Salem, Massachusetts is famous for the Salem Witch Trials of 1692. Depending on who you ask, though, it may be even more famous for being “home” to the Sanderson sisters! This town located northeast of Boston executed nearly 20 people in the 1600s because they believed them to be practicing witchcraft. It then went on to be the setting for the 1993 Disney film Hocus Pocus<\/em>, about 3 sisters who were executed for being witches in those trials, now come back to life to hunt for children on Halloween night. While the reality of the town’s most famous event is quite ghastly, they embrace their witchy lore. Even the high school’s athletic teams are called the Witches. That’s why you should RV in Salem in October! Here are a few of the best things to do and places to see.<\/p>\n

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Salem Witch House<\/h3>\n

The first and probably most obvious stop for most tourists wanting to RV in Salem in October is the Salem Witch House. The mansion was once home to Judge Jonathan Corwin, who served as the judge during the Salem Witch Trials in 1692. It’s dark and ghoulish exterior feels as unsettling as the history within the house itself. You can take a self-guided tour inside the house to learn about the trial and the time period in general. Though the town is completely surrounded with witchy history, this is the only still standing building that is directly tied to the trials.<\/p>\n

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Haunted Tours<\/h3>\n

To no one’s surprise, Salem is packed full of different spooky tours to participate in. Ever wanted to meet a true witch? At the Salem Witch Walk<\/a>, you\u2019ll be able to talk to modern day witches and discover your own magic. You\u2019ll be blessed in a magic circle, visit magical places throughout Salem and learn about spells, potions and more.<\/p>\n

You could also make a stop in the haunted neighborhood surrounding the Salem Wax Museum<\/a>. Here, you’ll find books, merchandise, witchy trinkets and more. The magic comes especially alive in October during Salem’s “Haunted Happenings” event! This area becomes a haunted neighborhood, home to some of the best walking and haunted tours in Salem. One of those is the Candlelit Ghostly Walking Tour. Sign up for this spooky walking tour and you\u2019ll visit tons of haunted locations, all lit by candlelight. You\u2019ll learn about each building\u2019s supernatural activity and even the best practices for ghost photography! And there\u2019s extended hours during October to make sure you don\u2019t miss out.<\/p>\n

If haunted houses are your thing, check out Frankenstein\u2019s Castle<\/a> at the Wax Musem. Voted Salem\u2019s best haunted house, the castle is open nights and weekends, and you can find discounts online. Walk into the infamous dungeon of Dr. Frankenstein and become a master scientist yourself!<\/p>\n

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Witch Dungeon Museum<\/h3>\n

If you really want to know how the witch trials of 1692 went, head to the Witch Dungeon Museum<\/a>. Here, you’ll find a live reenactment of the trials along with a guided tour through the dungeon. It will take you back in time to understand how such a horrific event took place and how it felt to be a resident of Salem at the time. Out front, you’ll also find a set of different sized stocks much like the ones used for the suspected witches back in the 17th century.<\/p>\n

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The Burying Point Cemetery<\/h3>\n

Founded in 1637, some of Salem\u2019s most important residents lay here in the town\u2019s old cemetery. It’s one of the oldest cemeteries in the US! One notable figure that\u2019s buried here is John Hathorne, one of the main judges in the Salem witch cases. His great-great-grandson was Nathaniel Hawthorne, American novelist and author of the famous book The Scarlet Letter<\/em>. And no, that isn’t a typo – he added a W to his last name! It’s suspected this could be to distance himself from his family’s dark past.<\/p>\n

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Salem Witch Museum<\/h3>\n

This is the place to go if you want a deep dive into the real history of the Salem Witch Trials. Take a deeper look into the actual causes and events that began the witchcraft frenzy in this gorgeous historical building that houses the Salem Witch Museum<\/a>. It’s an immersive experience where you’ll see life size sets of those dark days in the 17th century. There’s also an exhibit where you can examine the evolution of the term witch, from where it started to where it stands today.<\/p>\n

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Salem Witch Trials Memorial<\/h3>\n

While all the spooky stories can be fun, the truth of what actually happened in Salem in 1692 is quite dark. To pay homage to the real life convicted “witches” of Salem’s past, visit the Salem Witch Trials Memorial<\/a>. Located just behind the Old Burying Point, it’s a place for visitors to reflect and remember those who were condemned over 300 years ago. Benches within the memorial state the names, execution dates and manner of execution for each of the 19 victims. This creates a rather quiet environment for visitors to think about those who chose to die rather than compromise their own truths.<\/p>\n

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Less Spooky Stops in Salem<\/h3>\n

If witches aren’t your thing, there are still historical sights to be seen in Salem. Believe it or not, Salem’s Pioneer Village<\/a> is America\u2019s first living history museum. The village has tons of awesome examples of colonial architecture like thatched-roof cottages, wigwams, the Governor\u2019s Faire House, a blacksmith forge and culinary and medicinal gardens. If you’re making your way around town, follow the Salem Heritage Trail! All you have to do is follow the red line on the ground: it\u2019s the Heritage Trail<\/a> that connects all of Salem\u2019s main attractions. It provides an easy way to see all of the main sights in town.<\/p>\n

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Where to stay when you RV in Salem in October<\/h3>\n

While there aren’t a ton of RV parks around this area, there are a few great spots to stay when you RV in Salem in October. At the top of our list is Winter Island Park<\/a>. This picturesque coastal park is a great escape from the more macabre scenery in Salem. It has RV campsites as well as a public boat ramp and a beautiful lighthouse. These campsites book up quick, so plan well in advance! You can also try signing up for a Harvest Hosts<\/a> membership where you can check for nearby hosts and take a day trip to Salem.<\/p>\n

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Plan an epic Halloween RV Trip to Salem, Massachusetts<\/h2>\n

With these tips, you’re on your way to the most magical Halloween RV trip ever! Try planning some time RVing in Vermont<\/a> while you’re in the northeast for epic leaf peeping, or check out our blog<\/a> for more fall RVing tips!<\/p>\n

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If you’ve taken any sort of US history class (or watched the movie Hocus Pocus), you likely know about the Salem Witch Trials. Salem, Massachusetts is a neat place to check out anytime of year, but during the fall months, the area is booming with all things witches, warlocks and Halloween. There are so many […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"

Welcome back, RVers. Let\u2019s talk about why there\u2019s no better month to visit Salem than October. Salem, Massachusetts is a neat place to check out anytime of year, but during the fall months, the area is booming <\/i>with all things witches, warlocks and Halloween. Below are just a few reasons to visit Salem in October.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

We normally like to tell the readers a bit more information on each destination, but the fun is almost never ending in Salem. Instead, we decided to cover more ground by writing less about more attractions. Let us know if you\u2019ve been to any in the comments! \u00a0<\/span><\/p>

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Salem Witch House<\/b><\/h2>[caption id=\"attachment_9140\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"2154\"]\"\" The Judge Jonathan Corwin House also known as The Witch House: Black old historical house in Salem, MA, is the only structure still standing in Salem with direct ties to the Witchcraft Trials of 1692.[\/caption]

The first and probably most obvious stop for most tourists coming to soak up all the witchy ways is the Salem Witch House. The mansion was once home to Judge Jonathan Corwin, who served as the judge during the Salem Witch Trials in 1692. You can take a self guided tour inside the house to learn about the trial and the time period in general. Though the town is completely surrounded with the history, this is the only still standing building this is directly tied to the trials.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Salem Witch Walk<\/b><\/h2>[caption id=\"attachment_9141\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"2265\"]\"Visit Salem: main pedestrian zone downtown Salem with shops and historic buildings and the whitch walk.[\/caption]

Ever wanted to meet a true witch? Now is your chance at the Salem Witch Walk where you\u2019ll be able to talk to real Salem witches and discover your own magic. You\u2019ll be blessed in a magic circle, visit magical places throughout Salem and learn the truth about spells, potions and more!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Salem Wax Museum and its Haunted Neighborhood\u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/h2>[caption id=\"attachment_9142\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"700\"]\"\" Photo Source: Groupon<\/a>[\/caption]

This museum is celebrating its 25th anniversary of an open gallery of important figures from 1692 shown by London-made wax figures. Check out the discounts available at the Haunted Neighborhood.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Witch Dungeon Museum\u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/h2>[caption id=\"attachment_9146\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"2020\"]\"\" Salem: old victorian house serves as Witch Dungeon Museum in Salem, Massachusetts, USA[\/caption]

If you really want to know how the witch trials of 1692 went, head to the With Dungeon Museum for a live reenactment of the trials along with a guided tour through the dungeon. This place also has extended hours to make sure you don\u2019t miss out!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

\u201cSalem Witch Hunt: Examine the Evidence\u201d<\/b><\/h2>[caption id=\"attachment_9151\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"2110\"]\"\" Salem, Essex County, MA, USA September 27 2016: Abstract view of the entrance to a popular Witch and Witchcraft history museum, in the historic town of Salem, MA. The image shows the interesting brickwork, front signage and a large pine true, partially covering the sign, at the edge of the road.[\/caption]

Some things have more meaning if you know the history behind them. The
Salem Witch Trials are no different. Take a deeper look<\/a> into the actual causes and events that began the witchcraft frenzy in this 36-minute film.<\/p>

Moon Witch<\/b><\/h2>

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Surround yourself with all kinds of witchcraft and magic! Check out modern witchcraft through music, performance, video and tons more. Moon Witch<\/a> likes to honor those in spirit while giving a short one-card tarot reading during the show.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

New England Pirate Museum\u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/h2>[caption id=\"attachment_9148\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"550\"]\"\" Photo Source: TripAdvisor<\/a>[\/caption]

Take a break from witchy events and check out the New England Pirate Museum<\/a> that features a guided tour where you\u2019ll see a recreated dock side village, cave and pirate ship and experience the thrills of New England\u2019s sea robbers.<\/p>

Candlelit Ghostly Walking Tour\"\"<\/b><\/h2>

Salem isn\u2019t a big town, but it\u2019s always a good idea to have a guide to show you what\u2019s what. Sign up for this spooky walking tour and you\u2019ll visit tons of haunted locations all by candlelight. You\u2019ll learn about each building\u2019s supernatural activity and even the best practices for ghost photography! And there\u2019s extended hours<\/a> during October to make sure you don\u2019t miss out!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Haven Corner<\/b><\/h2>[caption id=\"attachment_9139\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"2121\"]\"Visit Salem,Massachusetts, USA - September 14, 2016: Salem Massachusetts has a variety of novelity shop which attracts tourtist who visit this famous histroical town on the east coast.[\/caption]

Salem\u2019s oldest witch shop wants you to visit their Psychic Fair! Lorelei, The Love Clairvoyant specializes in Tarot, palmistry and mediumship and includes magical rituals in all of her reads! Don\u2019t be afraid to know your future!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Frankenstein\u2019s Castle\u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/h2>[caption id=\"attachment_9161\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"824\"]\"\" Photo Source: Gravedigger's local 16<\/a>[\/caption]

Just can\u2019t get enough of haunted houses? Frankenstein\u2019s Castle<\/a> is the place for you! Voted Salem\u2019s best haunted house, the castle is open nights and weekends and has multiple attraction discounts. Walk into the infamous dungeon of Dr. Frankenstein and become a master scientist yourself!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Old Burying Point\/Charter Street Cemetery<\/b><\/h2>[caption id=\"attachment_9159\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1354\"]\"\" Sign for the Burying Point Cemetery at site of Witch Trials Salem Massachusetts[\/caption]

Founded in 1637, some of Salem\u2019s most important residents lay here in the town\u2019s old cemetery. Old Burying Point may be closed through some of 2018 because of renovations and improvements, but you can check out PreservingSalem.com<\/a> for updates on the cemetery! One notable figure that\u2019s buried here is John Hathorne, father to Nathaniel Hawthorne.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Salem Witch Trials Memorial<\/b><\/h2>

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Located just behind the Old Burying Point, the Salem Witch Trials Memorial is a place for visitors to reflect and remember those who were condemned in 1692. Benches within the memorial state the names and execution dates of each of the 20 victims. This creates a rather quiet environment for visitors to think about those who chose to die rather than compromise their own truths.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Salem Heritage Trail\u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/h2>[caption id=\"attachment_9157\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1800\"]\"\" Salem, Massachusetts, USA[\/caption]

Just follow the red trail y\u2019all! What is it, you ask? It\u2019s the Heritage Trail<\/a> that connects all of Salem\u2019s main attractions. Guide your way through Salem and America\u2019s history with the Heritage Trail map. Located on the back of The Salem Guide.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Salem in 1630: Pioneer Village\u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/h2>

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Believe it or not, Pioneer Village<\/a> is America\u2019s first living history museum. The village has tons of awesome examples of colonial architecture, like thatched-roof cottages, wigwams, the Governor\u2019s Faire House, a blacksmith forge and culinary and medicinal gardens.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

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