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Updated 6\/25\/2020. Please note this blog post may contain affiliate links. To read about that, click here<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n

Sometimes smaller logistics get lost in the shuffle of planning a big trip, like coming into Salem for Halloween for example. Today on the blog I wanted to offer a few time frames to keep in mind when you\u2019re working out your days in the witch city.<\/p>\n

Most shops open in the late morning<\/h3>\n

Most businesses around Salem open around 10:00 or 11:00 am. The exceptions to this are restaurants that serve breakfast like the Ugly Mug Diner, Red\u2019s, Fountain Place, etc. and coffee shops such as Jaho or Brew Box.<\/p>\n

During peak season in the fall a lot of places do extend their hours (on a case by case basis) so they\u2019re open a bit earlier and remain open later as well, however if you come into the city bright and early, know a lot will be closed still. I\u2019d suggest getting into Salem early, landing a killer parking spot and then having breakfast. Grab coffee somewhere, walk around a bit and plot out your day as everything slowly comes to life.<\/p>\n

It gets a little quiet at night<\/h3>\n

Once the sun goes down and the evening crowds clear out, the city gets a bit quiet. The exceptions to this are restaurants\/bars and night time walking tours. The larger attractions in the city start finishing the last of the crowds and preparing to close up. Again, during peak season, hours are extended on a case by case basis at the discretion of the attraction\/business.<\/p>\n

You should book your October hotel room by the spring at the latest<\/h3>\n

Most hotels will let you know when they\u2019re taking reservations for the next year, so keep an eye for that and grab your room as soon as you can. You can find rooms past the spring of course, however you might not have your first pick and the rates go up as the year goes on. I\u2019ve seen last minute rooms in the fall going for upwards of $500\/night.<\/p>\n

I know I have said this one a billion times, but it\u2019s still one of the most common questions I get. Book your hotel first and early, especially if you\u2019re visiting in the fall.<\/p>\n

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There are more events happening on the weekends in general<\/h3>\n

You can find plenty to do during the week days too, however the weekends are busier with events and options.<\/p>\n

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If you\u2019re driving into Salem\u2026<\/h3>\n

Come early!! I mentioned this earlier in the post but get into Salem early and land yourself an awesome parking spot. Keep up with the meters\/rates and don\u2019t move the car unless you have to. If you wait until the afternoon it\u2019s going to be harder to find parking, especially in the fall.<\/p>\n

Related<\/strong>: Which Salem, MA hotels have parking?<\/a><\/p>\n

Buskers aren\u2019t out all year \u2019round<\/h3>\n

If you have your hopes hung on seeing a certain busker or performer like Salem\u2019s Black Hat Society for example, keep an eye on social media to find out when you can expect to see them in Salem. They aren\u2019t out every day or all year.<\/p>\n

I hope this info helps a bit! Feel free to comment below with your own tips and tricks of timing your visit and enjoy!! <3<\/p>\n

Some businesses and attractions take a break after October<\/h3>\n

This isn\u2019t true of the whole city of course, however some businesses go on a break after October, closing for a few days or a week. If you\u2019re visiting in early November, keep this in mind.<\/p>\n

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