Free & Cheap Things to Do in Salem, MA

  • The list below includes 631 free or cheap things to do in or near Salem, Massachusetts, including 109 different types of inexpensive activities like Specialty Museums, Haunted Tours, Parks and Historic Homes.
  • From Salem Witch Memorial to Salem Witch Trials Memorial, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Salem and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Boston, Lowell, Cambridge and Gloucester.
  • The list below includes 631 free or cheap things to do in or near Salem, Massachusetts, including 109 different types of inexpensive activities like Specialty Museums, Haunted Tours, Parks and Historic Homes.
  • From Salem Witch Memorial to Salem Witch Trials Memorial, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Salem and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Boston, Lowell, Cambridge and Gloucester.
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Inaugural UFO fest celebrates close encounters with celebrity guests Travis Walton (Fire in the Sky) and TV’s Thom Reed and Mike Bara
0.4 Miles
Specialty Museums Washington Square North, Salem, MA 01970 MoreLess Info
Salem Witch Museum houses numerous life-sized replicas of stage sets, lighting and prominent figures providing visitors the opportunity to learn more about the infamous Salem Witch trials of 1692.
0.2 Miles
30% 195 votes
History Museums 197-201 Essex Street, Salem, MA MoreLess Info
The dark history of the town's infamous witch trials is recounted at The Witch History Museum, where guides relate stories and describe the depicted scenes. There are no artifacts, and the stories are delivered dramatically as in a play.
1.6 Miles
20% 5 votes
Marinas 43 Water Street, Beverly, MA 01915 MoreLess Info
Opened in 1996, the Beverly Port Marina Inc is a local marina featuring a number of amenities for boat owners to enjoy. Boat storage, rack storage, and boat sales are among the amenities and services offered at the marina.
1.7 Miles
100% 28 votes
Bike Paths LT Ross Park, Peabody, MA MoreLess Info
Rail-trail Independence Greenway Bike Route is an 8 mile long paved bike and walking trail. Situated along an abandoned railroad, views include wetlands and wildlife and a memorial style bench to enjoy at the trail head entrance.
1.7 Miles
69% 13 votes
Family Fun Center 63 Foster Street, Peabody, MA 01960 MoreLess Info
Featuring 46 candlepin lanes, Metro Bowl offers open and league bowling with automatic scoring, bumpers and cosmic bowling. The center provides arcade and redemption games, billiard tables and a snack bar with food and drinks along with adult beverages.
1.7 Miles
100% 3 votes
Walking Trails Peabody, MA 01960 MoreLess Info
Containing 8 miles of trail, the Peabody - Middleton Rail Trail passes wetlands and abandoned railroads with some nice views. The trail is a great way to see some of the nation's history while taking a casual stroll.
2.0 Miles
100% 5 votes
History Museums 205 Washington Street, Peabody, MA 1960 MoreLess Info
Located close to Boston, the George Peabody House Museum is an educational opportunity for the entire family. Philanthropist George Peabody's home in Peabody, Massachusetts is preserved as well as a collection of artifacts relating to the leather trade and industry.
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89% 9 votes
History Museums 117 Cabot Street, Beverly, MA 01915 MoreLess Info
Built in 1781, the Beverly Historical Society John Cabot House is a Georgian style mansion that was constructed during the Revolutionary War. The mansion is decorated with Dutch tiles that surround the fireplace.
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33% 6 votes
Bowling 176 Water Street, Danvers, MA 01923 MoreLess Info
A candlepin bowling center, Sunnyside Bowladrome features 32 lanes suitable for both open and league bowling. The center offers private event hosting, a pro shop with balls and accessories, electronic scoring, bumpers and a game room.
2.0 Miles
100% 3 votes
Parks 91 Sylvester Avenue, Beverly, MA 01915 MoreLess Info
A small park located along the Danvers River, Obear Park provides beach access and an area for swimming. The park has a baseball field, tennis and basketball courts and a children's playground as well as open and shaded fields.
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