Salem Trolley

Experience Salem with the Salem Trolley

Whether you only have a few hours to experience Salem or your feet just need a break from walking, the Salem Trolley is an excellent way to learn about this intriguing town. Visitors can either stay on the trolley for the duration of the tour, which lasts approximately one hour, or hop on and off at their leisure while they explore historic Salem. Aboard the trolley, local tour guides narrate Salem's fascinating history, pointing out notable landmarks such as The House of the Seven Gables, Old Burying Point Cemetery, and the Salem Witch Museum along the way.

Trolley Tour Highlights

Recent visitors praised the trolley's knowledgeable tour guides, calling them informative and entertaining. However, some travelers noted that the service was disorganized and the trolley gets crowded quickly, making hopping on and off difficult. For the best experience, visitors recommend taking the full one-hour guided tour instead of using the trolley as a shuttle service.

Ticket Information and Tour Schedule

Tours begin and end at the National Park Service Visitor Center in downtown Salem. Tickets for adults cost $22, children ages 6 through 14 cost $12, and kids 5 and younger ride for free. Visitors must purchase tickets in-person on the day they plan to ride (online tickets are not available) at one of the following locations: outside of the Salem Armory Regional Visitor Center, the Salem Trolley Office, or the Landing at Salem Ferry.

Operating Hours

With the exception of Easter Sunday, tours run daily from April through October, on November weekends, and on the Friday after Thanksgiving from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., with the last full tour departing at 4 p.m. Keep in mind that tour hours are seasonal and subject to change, so check the Salem Trolley's website for the most up-to-date information.