{"id":7226,"date":"2019-02-20T09:56:53","date_gmt":"2019-02-20T14:56:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thingstodoinsa.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=7226"},"modified":"2022-04-03T15:42:23","modified_gmt":"2022-04-03T19:42:23","slug":"a-first-timers-guide-to-planning-a-trip-to-salem-ma","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thingstodoinsalem.com\/index.php\/2019\/02\/20\/a-first-timers-guide-to-planning-a-trip-to-salem-ma\/","title":{"rendered":"A first timer&#8217;s guide to planning a trip to Salem, MA"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><em>Last updated 4\/3\/2022. Please note this blog post may contain affiliate links. To read more about that, click <a href=\"https:\/\/thingstodoinsalem.com\/index.php\/disclaimers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">here<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n<p>Here it is you guys!!! My first timer\u2019s guide to planning a trip to Salem, MA. I decided to break up common themes into categories and share links and posts to help you sort it out! Feel free to click through the everything below to check out all of the content I have written and enjoy!! <3<\/p>\n<h3>Let\u2019s be friends<\/h3>\n<p>I post regularly on my website, Facebook and Instagram. I also send a weekly newsletter out every Sunday based around varying topics. In addition to that, you can ask questions in my FB group, plan, share resources and more, so feel free to join in with me in the following places:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Facebook: <a href=\"http:\/\/facebook.com\/thingstodoinsalem\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">@thingstodoinsalem<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Facebook group: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.facebook.com\/groups\/thingstodoinsalem\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Things to do in Salem<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Instagram: <a href=\"http:\/\/instagram.com\/thingstodoinsalem\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">@thingstodoinsalem<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Pinterest: <a href=\"http:\/\/pinterest.com\/thingstodoinsalem\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">@thingstodoinsalem<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Twitter: <a href=\"http:\/\/twitter.com\/witchcityguide\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">@witchcityguide<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Newsletter sign up: Click <a href=\"https:\/\/thingstodoinsalem.com\/index.php\/witch-city-words-the-newsletter\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">here<\/a> (<\u2013 Sign up for my newsletter and receive a <strong>discount<\/strong> on one of my guides!)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Get your guides to Salem<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/thingstodoinsalem.com\/index.php\/product\/salems-other-seasons\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Salem\u2019s Other Seasons \u2013 The spring, summer and winter guide<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/thingstodoinsalem.com\/index.php\/product\/things-to-do-in-salem-the-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Things to do in Salem \u2013 The fall guide<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/thingstodoinsalem.com\/index.php\/product\/countdown-to-salem-the-workbook\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Countdown to Salem \u2013 The workbook<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Hotels and accommodations<\/h3>\n\n<table id=\"tablepress-2\" class=\"tablepress tablepress-id-2\">\n<tbody class=\"row-striping row-hover\">\n<tr class=\"row-1\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Amelia Payson House<br\/>(978) 744-8304<br\/>www.ameliapaysonhouse.com<br\/>16 Winter Street Salem, MA 01970<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ameliapaysonhouse.com\/\" target=\"new\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Check availability<\/a><\/td><td class=\"column-2\">The Hotel Salem<br\/>(978) 451-4950<br\/>www.thehotelsalem.com<br\/>209 Essex Street Salem, MA 01970<br \/>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/us\/the-salem.html?aid=1508041&no_rooms=1&group_adults=1\" target=\"new\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Check availability<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-2\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Hampton Inn<br\/>(978) 414-3100<br\/>www.hilton.com\/en\/hotels\/bossahx-hampton-inn-salem-boston\/<br\/>11 Dodge Street Street Salem, MA 01970<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/us\/hampton-inn-salem-ma.en.html?aid=1508041&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2\" target=\"new\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Check availability<\/a><\/td><td class=\"column-2\">The Merchant<br\/>(978) 745-8100<br\/>www.themerchantsalem.com<br\/>148 Washington Street Salem, MA 01970<br \/>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/us\/the-merchant.html?aid=1508041&no_rooms=1&group_adults=1\" target=\"new\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Check availability<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-3\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Northey Street House<br\/>(978) 397-1582<br\/>www.northeystreethouse.com<br\/>30 Northey Street Salem, MA 01970<br \/>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/us\/northey-street-house.html?aid=1508041&no_rooms=1&group_adults=1\" target=\"new\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Check availability<\/a><\/td><td class=\"column-2\">The Morning Glory<br\/>(978) 741-1703<br\/>www.morningglorybb.com<br\/>22 Hardy Street Salem, MA 01970<br \/>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.morningglorybb.com\/bed-and-breakfast\/reservations.html\" target=\"new\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Check availability<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-4\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">The Coach House<br\/>(978) 744-4092<br\/>www.coachhousesalem.com<br\/>284 Lafayette Street Salem, MA 01970<br \/>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/us\/coach-house-inn-salem.html?aid=1508041&no_rooms=1&group_adults=1\" target=\"new\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Check availability<\/a><\/td><td class=\"column-2\">The Salem Inn <br\/>(978) 741-0680<br\/>www.saleminnma.com<br\/>7 Summer St. Salem, MA 01970<br \/>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/us\/the-salem-inn.html?aid=1508041&no_rooms=1&group_adults=1\" target=\"new\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Check availability<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-5\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">The Cove Hotel<br\/>(978) 955-7795<br\/>www.coveatsalem.com<br\/>40 Bridge Street Salem, MA 01970<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/us\/the-cove-salem.en.html?aid=1508041&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2\" target=\"new\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Check availability<\/a><\/td><td class=\"column-2\">The Salem Waterfront Hotel & Suites<br\/>(978) 740-8788<br\/>www.salemwaterfronthotel.com<br\/>225 Derby Street Salem, MA 01970<br \/>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/us\/salem-waterfront-amp-suites.html?aid=1508041&no_rooms=1&group_adults=1\" target=\"new\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Check availability<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-6\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">The Daniels House<br\/>(978) 594-8757<br\/>www.danielshousesalem.com<br\/>1 Daniels Street Street Salem, MA 01970<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/us\/daniels-house.en.html?aid=1508041&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2\" target=\"new\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Check availability<\/a><\/td><td class=\"column-2\">The Stepping Stone Inn<br\/>(978) 741-8900<br\/>www.thesteppingstoneinn.com<br\/>19 Washington Square Salem, MA 01970<br \/>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/us\/stepping-stone-inn.html?aid=1508041&no_rooms=1&group_adults=1\" target=\"new\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Check availability<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-7\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">The Hawthorne Hotel <br\/>(978) 744-4080<br\/>www.hawthornehotel.com<br\/>18 Washington Square West Salem, MA 01970<br \/>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/us\/hawthorne.html?aid=1508041&no_rooms=1&group_adults=1\" target=\"new\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Check availability<\/a><\/td><td class=\"column-2\"><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<!-- #tablepress-2 from cache -->\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<div>\n<p><script src=\"https:\/\/www.airbnb.com\/embeddable\/airbnb_jssdk\" async=\"\"><\/script><\/p>\n<div class=\"airbnb-embed-frame\" data-view=\"a4p_search_embeddable\" data-id=\"13156\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/thingstodoinsalem.com\/index.php\/2020\/04\/21\/the-best-hotels-to-book-in-salem-ma\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">The best hotels to book in Salem, MA \u2014 My top three picks<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/thingstodoinsalem.com\/index.php\/2019\/02\/17\/which-salem-ma-hotels-have-parking\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Which Salem, MA hotels have parking?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/thingstodoinsalem.com\/index.php\/2018\/12\/06\/five-tips-on-choosing-your-hotel-in-salem-ma\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Five tips on choosing your hotel in Salem, MA<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/thingstodoinsalem.com\/index.php\/2018\/10\/26\/booking-a-last-minute-hotel-room-in-salem-in-october\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Booking a last minute hotel room in Salem in October<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/airport\/us\/bos.en-us.html?aid=1593437\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Hotels near Boston Logan Airport<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/thingstodoinsalem.com\/index.php\/2021\/04\/19\/which-hotels-in-salem-ma-are-haunted\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Which hotels in Salem, MA are haunted?<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Explore hotel options outside of Salem, MA<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/city\/us\/beverly.en-us.html?aid=1593437\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Beverly, MA<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/city\/us\/boston.en-us.html?aid=1593437\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Boston, MA<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/city\/us\/danvers.en-us.html?aid=1593437\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Danvers, MA<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/city\/us\/Gloucester-massachusetts.en-us.html?aid=1593437\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Gloucester, MA<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/city\/us\/lynn.en-us.html?aid=1593437\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Lynn, MA<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/city\/us\/marblehead.en-us.html?aid=1593437\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Marblehead, MA<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/city\/us\/peabody.en-us.html?aid=1593437\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Peabody, MA<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/city\/us\/rockport-massachusetts.en-us.html?aid=1593437\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Rockport, MA<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/city\/us\/saugus.en-us.html?aid=1593437\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Saugus, MA<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/city\/us\/swampscott.en-us.html?aid=1593437\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Swampscott, MA<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Parking and travel into Salem<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/thingstodoinsalem.com\/index.php\/2019\/02\/17\/which-salem-ma-hotels-have-parking\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Which Salem, MA hotels have parking?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/thingstodoinsalem.com\/index.php\/2018\/10\/17\/parking-in-salem-ma-five-quick-tips-if-youre-taking-the-car\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Parking in Salem, MA \u2014 Five quick tips if you\u2019re taking the car<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/thingstodoinsalem.com\/index.php\/travel-into-salem\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Travel into Salem, MA<\/a> (general info)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/thingstodoinsalem.com\/index.php\/2018\/03\/25\/getting-around-salem-ma-without-a-car\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Getting around Salem, MA without a car<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/thingstodoinsalem.com\/index.php\/2019\/08\/02\/how-to-get-from-boston-ma-to-salem-ma\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">How to get from Boston, MA to Salem, MA<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rentalcars.com\/?affiliateCode=thingsto544\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Rent a car for your Salem, MA vacation<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Visiting Salem with the family<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/thingstodoinsalem.com\/index.php\/2019\/02\/04\/is-salem-ma-too-scary-for-kids\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Is Salem, MA too scary for kids?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/thingstodoinsalem.com\/index.php\/2018\/02\/03\/10-kid-friendly-activities-in-salem-ma\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">10 kid friendly activities in Salem, MA<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/thingstodoinsalem.com\/index.php\/2019\/03\/13\/tips-for-bringing-kids-to-salem-ma\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tips for bringing kids to Salem, MA<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Logistics and planning<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/thingstodoinsalem.com\/index.php\/2019\/02\/07\/what-is-the-weather-like-in-salem-ma\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">What is the weather like in Salem, MA?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/thingstodoinsalem.com\/index.php\/2019\/02\/03\/a-few-time-frames-to-keep-in-mind-when-planning-your-salem-ma-vacation\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">A few time frames to keep in mind when planning your Salem, MA vacation<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/thingstodoinsalem.com\/index.php\/2019\/01\/13\/how-to-take-amazing-pictures-on-your-visit-to-salem-ma\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">How to take amazing pictures on your visit to Salem, MA<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/thingstodoinsalem.com\/index.php\/2018\/09\/08\/five-things-you-should-know-before-visiting-salem-ma-for-the-first-time\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Five things you should know before visiting Salem, MA for the first time<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/thingstodoinsalem.com\/index.php\/2018\/07\/22\/how-far-in-advance-to-book-things-for-your-salem-ma-vacation\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">How far in advance to book things for your Salem, MA vacation<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/thingstodoinsalem.com\/index.php\/2019\/10\/17\/visiting-salem-ma-in-november\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Visiting Salem, MA in November<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/thingstodoinsalem.com\/index.php\/2019\/10\/07\/should-i-visit-salem-ma-in-sept-or-nov-instead-of-october\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Should I visit Salem, MA in Sept. or Nov. instead of October?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/thingstodoinsalem.com\/index.php\/2019\/04\/23\/how-many-days-do-i-need-to-visit-salem-ma\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">How many days do I need to visit Salem, MA?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/thingstodoinsalem.com\/index.php\/2019\/02\/26\/salem-ma-bucket-lists-by-season\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Salem, MA bucket list by Season<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Visiting Salem in October<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/thingstodoinsalem.com\/index.php\/2018\/11\/24\/visiting-salem-around-halloween-when-youre-anxious-in-crowds\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Visiting Salem around Halloween when you\u2019re anxious in crowds<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/thingstodoinsalem.com\/index.php\/2018\/10\/16\/ten-things-to-expect-during-an-october-visit-to-salem-ma\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Ten things to expect during an October visit to Salem, MA<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/thingstodoinsalem.com\/index.php\/2018\/04\/22\/safety-tips-for-visiting-salem-ma-on-halloween\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Safety tips for visiting Salem, MA on Halloween<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/thingstodoinsalem.com\/index.php\/2018\/03\/27\/100-things-to-do-in-salem-ma-in-the-fall\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">100 things to do in Salem, MA in the fall<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/thingstodoinsalem.com\/index.php\/2019\/08\/23\/on-visiting-salem-ma-especially-during-october\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">On visiting Salem, MA (especially during October)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/thingstodoinsalem.com\/index.php\/2018\/02\/19\/five-places-to-grab-last-minute-halloween-costume-props-in-salem-ma\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Five places to grab last minute Halloween costume props in Salem, MA<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Prepare for crowds<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The first thing, which should be obvious, is there are going to be crowds. Lots of them. During the day, the city is bustling, and at night it is slammed. The closer in October you are to Halloween, the more this will intensify. Roads will be closed to vehicles, parking is scarce and there is a lot going on. Don\u2019t let this deter you, but I\u2019d be a fool to not mention it to those who might be a little less okay with massive groups of people.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What to wear<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>First and foremost is comfy shoes! You\u2019re going to be doing a lot of walking and some of Salem\u2019s streets are uneven brick and tree roots. I\u2019d steer clear of heeled shoes or flip flops just so you don\u2019t get hurt.<\/p>\n<p>Now, if your visit falls over October 31st, I\u2019d absolutely recommend wearing a costume. No, it doesn\u2019t matter how old you are, and yes everyone else will be wearing them too. Believe me, you\u2019ll be in good company. Some of the costumes you see on Halloween are amazing and there are those who spend months putting it together before hand. If you dress up, be sure it\u2019s something you can tolerate wearing for extended periods of time and something that will keep you warm (ish) as October is chilly. If you come into Salem over Halloween and don\u2019t have anything to wear, I\u2019d suggest checking out the Army Barracks for some props to throw something together.<\/p>\n<p><strong>There might be a wait\u2026<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re going to be in Salem on or around Halloween, know that restaurants will be crowded and there will likely be waits. Luckily there are <a href=\"https:\/\/thingstodoinsalem.com\/index.php\/dining\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">tons of restaurants<\/a> all within walking distance of downtown Salem, so just keep that in mind.<\/p>\n<p>While you are dining somewhere (and hear me out on this one), I\u2019d suggest using the bathroom, even if you don\u2019t need to urgently at that moment. A lot of local businesses won\u2019t allow non-customers access to their restrooms and some businesses have restrooms that are \u201cout of service\u201d in October. Honestly, I can\u2019t blame them, but this is something to keep in mind.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Carry light<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>I\u2019d suggest carrying light personal items as you wander (that purse or back pack is going to get heavy over the course of a day) and carry some cash. Some businesses have minimums on credit card purchases or are entirely cash only and if you\u2019re traveling in from out of town by car, you\u2019re going to potentially need money for tolls as well. Don\u2019t forget your camera or cell phone in place of the camera if you prefer because some of the costumes you will see will definitely warrant photos.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Hours and timing<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Be aware that not all attractions keep normal hours and some have extended hours during October. If you have your heart set on something, plan and call ahead to ensure it\u2019s doable. Buy tickets ahead of time for anything that you can as well because this will save you time and ensure you\u2019re able to participate.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Book early<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The last tip I have for you is to book your\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/thingstodoinsalem.com\/index.php\/accommodations\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">hotel room<\/a>\u00a0early. Some hotels\/inns have rate increases or multiple night minimums and can fill up for the October rush months and months in advance, so look around and plan ahead.<\/p>\n<p>Good luck and have fun. There is no place like Salem so enjoy!! <3<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/airport\/us\/bos.en-us.html?aid=1593437\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-10739 size-full\" src=\"http:\/\/thingstodoinsalem.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Boston-Logan-Airport.jpg\" alt=\"hotels near boston logan airport\" width=\"730\" height=\"150\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3>Pin for later\u2026<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/864480090951913682\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-7233 size-full\" src=\"http:\/\/thingstodoinsalem.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Set-up-and-grill-at.jpg\" alt=\"things to do in salem, first timer's guide to salem ma\" width=\"735\" height=\"1102\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thingstodoinsalem.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Set-up-and-grill-at.jpg 735w, https:\/\/thingstodoinsalem.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Set-up-and-grill-at-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/thingstodoinsalem.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Set-up-and-grill-at-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/thingstodoinsalem.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Set-up-and-grill-at-16x24.jpg 16w, https:\/\/thingstodoinsalem.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Set-up-and-grill-at-24x36.jpg 24w, https:\/\/thingstodoinsalem.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Set-up-and-grill-at-32x48.jpg 32w, https:\/\/thingstodoinsalem.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Set-up-and-grill-at-600x900.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 735px) 100vw, 735px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Last updated 4\/3\/2022. Please note this blog post may contain affiliate links. To read more about that, click here. Here it is you guys!!! My first timer\u2019s guide to planning a trip to Salem, MA. I decided to break up common themes into categories and share links and posts to help you sort it out! 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