Whether you have a couple hours to fill or are looking to have a weekend getaway, the Salem area has a ton to offer!
Peabody Essex Museum
161 Essex Street, Salem, MA 01970, (978) 745-9500
While you might get a quick look at certain exhibits throughout the wedding, PEM has a lot to offer and is well worth a proper visit.
The Witch House at Salem
310 Essex Street, Salem, MA 01970, (978) 744-8815
One of the few remaining original homes in Salem, owned by one of the judges that spearheaded the Salem Witch Trials.
The House of the Seven Gables
115 Derby Street, Salem, MA 01970, (978) 744-0991
Beautiful historic home and tour, this was the setting of the eponymous 1851 Nathaniel Hawthorne novel. One of Salem's most popular sites.
Salem Witch Museum
19 1/2 North Washington Square, Salem, MA 01970, (978) 744-1692
In a town infamous for its witch-hunting history, how can you pass up on learning about it firsthand? Similar attractions include the Witch Dungeon Museum (on Lynde Street) and the Witch History Museum (on Essex Street).
Salem Maritime National Historic Site
160 Derby Street, Salem, MA 01970, (978) 740-1650
Learn about Salem's water-bound history of merchants and Revolutionary War conflict. A great waterfront location, complete with a fully reconstructed tall-ship.
Pickering Wharf
23 Congress Street, Salem, MA 01970
A quaint waterfront district full of shops and places to eat or drink. Also only steps away from the Salem Maritime National Historic Site.
Salem Willows Park
167 Fort Ave, Salem, MA 01970
A seaside park great for walking, ocean views, and picnicking. There is also a popular arcade, a variety of children's activities, and an assortment of casual restaurants.
Salem Trolley Inc
8 Central Street, Salem, MA 01970, (978) 744-5469
If you want to squeeze a bunch of sightseeing in at once, or just want to see all of your options before deciding what to dive into, the Salem Trolley is a great way to get you exposure to most of what the town has to offer.
Singing Beach
119 Beach St, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA 01944
If you can't make a summer weekend without a beach trip, this is one of the best in the area. Only a few miles from Salem, it's one of the better beaches in the immediate area.
Breakheart Reservation
177 Forest Street, Saugus, MA 01906, (781) 233-0834
If you're looking for a nice walk, hike, or bike ride over the weekend, this forest preserve near the Saugus River will have something for you.