Haunted locations in Salem
Salem is filled with Haunted locations, but the below are the some spooky spots you can visit while you are in Salem to check out the paranormal activity for yourself!
Turner’s Seafood | 43 Church Street Salem MA 01970: This historic location has housed restaurants for years. The dining landmark is incredibly historic. It is said that Alexander Graham Bell first revealed his plans for the telephone here. The location is also believed to be the former home of Bridget Bishop, the first lady executed for witchcraft in the 1692 witch trials. Locals believe her residual energy still lingers. Visitors have reported seeing a woman in a long white gown floating above the Lyceum building’s main staircase. Her image has been seen in windows and mirrors throughout the building.
Wicked Good Books | 215 Essex St, Salem, MA 01970 It is said that in this Salem bookstore that the books are flying off the shelves—literally! Back in 2017 during the construction work on main street in Salem, human remains were found beneath the building. Apparently, the underground tunnel system connected to an underground warehouse in Derby Square is where two runaway slaves are believed to be entombed. The previous owner unaware of this fact knew he had two spirits in his book store. from hearing giggling to even having an on-going game with them. He would put out books and they would throw them off the shelves for him to pick. After hearing the news he realized the two girls entombed where the girls in his basement and made a child section down there for them to enjoy.
Hawthorne Hotel | 18 Washington Square W, Salem, MA 01970
The hotel was built in 1923, it’s believed that the hotel is built on the site of an apple orchard that was owned by Bridget Bishop, the first victim of the Salem Witch Trials. Guests have often reported smelling apples around the hotel as well as seeing an apparition of a woman roaming the halls.vThe most haunted room is believed to be room # 612. Many guests have reported seeing the figure of a woman standing outside the door. Room 325 is also considered to be a paranormal hotspots, with reports of faucets turning on by themselves, lights flickering, and the sound of a baby crying.
Cinema Salem | 1 E India Square Mall, Salem, MA 01970
Employees who work at the cinema say that ghosts regularly haunt the establishment. When it comes to the identity of the spirits, that information is unknown, but the sightings were so rampant that paranormal investigators and psychics were brought in to take a look! Employees have said to witness a man in black sitting in theater 3. They say he is seen wearing Victorian era clothing, with a top hat and coattails.
Ropes Mansion | 318 Essex St, Salem, MA 01970
AKA the home of Allison in Hocus Pocus! Apparently Ropes Mansion is thought to be the most haunted place in all of Salem. The story goes that tuberculosis look the lives of the Ropes family except for Abigail and Elizabeth. Elizabeth eventual feel ill to tuberculosis leaving Abigail as the only person left in the family to care for her. Elizabeth eventually succumb to the disease leaving Abigail devastated. The loss of her family drove her to insanity, Abigail would spend the rest of her life locked away inside the family mansion. Until her untimely death years later when her dress caught fire while tending to the fire. It is said that her husband was so used to hearing her scream in despair, that he paid no mind to her screams.
Things to do in Saratoga Springs, NY during Fall | Including Halloween Activities
1. Fall Foliage | Peak Foliage typically the first two weeks of October
Click here for the best Fall Map to use when planning your getaway.
2. Apple & Pumpkin picking
Apple season typically runs from late August until November and Pumpkin picking from Late September until November.
3. Tons of Spooky Activities! (starting in October) Please look ahead of time as covid may cause changes.
4. Take a day trip to Glen Falls
Glen Falls is similar to Saratoga just 30mins north. They have a nice downtown area with shops & restaurants along with a colorful scenic ride.
5. Check out the local Parks. Here are some of my favorite ones
Saratoga Spa State Park | 19 Roosevelt Dr, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
Congress Park | 268 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
Waterfront Park | 630 Crescent Ave, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866