{"id":4592,"date":"2021-12-28T06:18:32","date_gmt":"2021-12-28T06:18:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bestplacesto.travel\/?p=4592"},"modified":"2023-10-20T15:02:52","modified_gmt":"2023-10-20T15:02:52","slug":"15-reasons-to-travel-to-salem-massachusetts","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bestplacesto.travel\/15-reasons-to-travel-to-salem-massachusetts\/","title":{"rendered":"15 Reasons to Travel to Salem Massachusetts"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"445\" height=\"334\" src=\"https:\/\/bestplacesto.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Salem-Massachusetts.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-17203\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bestplacesto.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Salem-Massachusetts.jpg 445w, https:\/\/bestplacesto.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Salem-Massachusetts-300x225.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 445px) 100vw, 445px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Salem is a town in Massachusetts that is best known for the 1692 witch trials. Several locals were hanged, raped, and burned for being witches. The city has some interesting historical sites, including the Witch House, which was the home of the judge who presided over the trial. Also worth a visit is the Peabody Essex Museum, which has an enormous collection of artifacts and global art. There&#8217;s even a reconstructed Qing-era Chinese house!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re looking for a place to stay during your trip to Salem, consider taking the ferry to Boston. There are several routes from Salem to Boston, and you can hop on one of them to get to your final destination. You can easily walk downtown or take the MBTA Commuter Rail to Boston. There&#8217;s a small horror movie museum that tells the story of the trials, and you can also tour the Peabody Essex Museum and Pirate Museum. Another popular destination is the Ropes Mansion, which is a historical landmark. This charming town is still pretty quiet right now, but you can bet that it&#8217;ll grow in popularity over time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can explore the history of Salem by visiting the Peabody Essex Museum, which dates back to 1799. It&#8217;s a beautiful facility that houses rare manuscripts, maritime art, and an extensive Asian collection. This museum is the oldest continuously operating museum in the nation, and it is currently undergoing renovations that will make it one of the country&#8217;s 20 largest art museums. There are also several other cultural attractions in Salem, and these are just a few of them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re a history buff, the Phillips Collection is the place to visit in Salem. It houses over a million objects and displays maritime art and African, Asian, and Pacific art. The Phillips Museum is open all year, and the renowned Philips Library is a must-see in the city. The Phillips Collection is a great place to see. You&#8217;ll want to visit both during your stay in Salem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Breakheart Reservation: This beautiful natural area features forests, lakes, and great views from the hills. If you enjoy the outdoors, you&#8217;ll want to visit the Breakheart Reservation. You can also visit the National Maritime Site and the Customs House, and the city&#8217;s historic landmarks are well worth a visit. There&#8217;s also a lot of shopping to do, so take the time to browse around and plan a day trip in Salem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The city&#8217;s historic past is worth exploring. The town was founded in 1626 by Roger Conant, and it was the second-oldest settlement in New England. The town was a vital part of the colonial spice trade with the East Indies, and its location is still very historic today. The city is a lively urban community, with many ethnic restaurants, shops, and malls. You can visit the ruins and other historical landmarks, or go on a tour of the Salem area.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Salem is a town in Massachusetts that is best known for the 1692 witch trials. Several locals were hanged, raped, and burned for being witches. The city has some interesting historical sites, including the Witch House, which was the home of the judge who presided over the trial. 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