Salem
Perfectly situated on the north shore of Massachusetts, Salem has had an important role in the history of the state as it was one of the most popular seaports for Puritan Americans. Salem was also the site of the notorious “Salem Witch Trials,” a collection of prosecutions of alleged witchcraft being conducted in the late 1600’s.
Due to its history Salem has built a solid foundation of tourism. Whether your interests are in witchcraft history, touring the House of Seven Gables where author Nathaniel Hawthorne was born, viewing the Friendship replica, a remake of a tall fishing ship from the late 1700’s, or visiting the remarkable Peabody Essex Museum (PEM), Salem has become a popular destination by many. Fall in love with Salem’s vibrant downtown with over 60 restaurants, shops and cafes which are all easily accessible by the MBTA commuter rail.