Salem - Massachusetts - United States. Guide & Hotel Reservations from Cheap Hotels

Even though Salem, Massachusetts is widely known for its witches and witchcraft, there is more to this city than this. It offers so much more to its visitors. This colorful coastal city is a gem to visit and will not leave you disappointed. With a population of 40,407 friendly residents and a climate that is visitor friendly, ranging from 41 to 65 degrees F, it is an ideal spot for that upcoming vacation. Salem is easily accessed from Interstate 95 and is there waiting for you to show you just what it has to offer.

For the fun of your life, try Dracula's Castle, which is known as the best haunted house in Salem. Take a trip to Derby Square Tours and let them take you on a walking tour that takes you from daylight tours to candlelight terror. The East India Cruise Company will take you whale watching for sights that will live forever in your mind. There are also other fantastic tours available so you see all that there is of Salem.

History is Salem's middle name and it is steeped in it everywhere you turn. Visit the Salem Maritime National Historic Site, comprised of nine acres of land that encompass twelve historical buildings. Visit the New England Pirate Museum, where you will see authentic pirate artefact's and history of such pirates as Black beard and Captain Kidd.

If you want to see the house of Seven Gables, you will find it at Hawthorne Cove Marina. There is some beautiful scenery here and you can watch the ships come and go. Take a trip on the Salem Privateer Fame, which is a replica of a ship from 1812 or try China Sea Charters to ride in a Navy PE boat. Take a bike tour with Salem Surrey Bike Tours, which takes you back through time to explore the rich history of Salem and its people. For spectacular scenery, take a walk through Salem Willows. Enjoy its shaded walks and ocean view. This is a place where you can truly relax with nature. These are but a few of the things that Salem offers and there is also a variety of hotels and restaurants and enough shopping to last a lifetime.