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1. The Burying Point

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The Burying Point, the Charter Street Cemetery, Old Burying Point – whatever you call it, it's Salem's oldest cemetery and it's both beautiful and appropriately spooky. It's filled with little intrigues and stories, and it's a huge feature during Halloween in Salem – as you shall see!

2. The Witch Trial Memorial

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Right next to the Burying Point is the hauntingly beautiful Witch Trial Memorial, where under a canopy of trees, you can pay your respects to the men and women accused of witchcraft during the trials. Though this too, is a must-see any time of year, it takes on special significance around Halloween.

3. Spooky Sights

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The same details that give Salem its charm – cemeteries, cobbled streets, ornate fences – help create a spooky atmosphere in October.

4. The Cemeteries

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Salem is full of cemeteries, though Charter Street's Burying Point is its most popular. That house is not haunted, but doesn't it look like it could be?

5. Festive Fun

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Witches abound in Salem, but while there are lots of scary sights and highlights, the town also knows how to have fun and be a little cheeky!

6. Haunted Tours

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It seems like every square inch of Salem is haunted. If you choose to go on one of the amazing haunted tours on or around Halloween, you'll discover that not even the churches (especially not the churches!) are exempt.

7. Witch Shops

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Salem is filled with shops that specialize in witchcraft and the occult. Some of them are tourist traps and others are far too commercialized, but you can definitely find a few gems. Hex is my favorite favorite!

8. Fall Magic

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Salem really does blossom around Halloween. You can feel the magic simply by strolling down the streets.

9. Dynamite Decorations

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And everyone decorates! You'll see great décor spilling from storefronts, but the lucky residents who live in Salem's sprawling houses and gorgeous apartments get into the spirit as well.

10. Foreboding Statues

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Well, really, Salem's statues are quite beautiful … but some of them do look pretty angry from certain angles.

11. Fantastic Foliage

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Granted, changing leaves don't inspire fear, but you're sure to feel a little awed.

12. The Witch House

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The Witch House is one of Salem's most popular attractions, and it's an excellent place to spend Halloween.

13. The Witch House at Night

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Also, once the sun sets, it strikes an entirely different chord, don't you think?

14. Colorful Crowds

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Some people come in the most epic costumes imaginable, others dress for comfort, but you're never alone.

15. The Halloween Carnival

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Oh yes, my favorite tradition! Carnival food, witchy souvenirs, rides, live music – the Halloween Carnival is incredible!

16. The Waterfront

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Pickering Wharf is sometimes forgotten in favor of Salem's witchery areas, but the city has a rich maritime history as well, so if ghostly pirates are your thing, a trip down to the waterfront is a must.

17. Salem Witch Museum

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Straight up, this is more of a touristy thing, but if you're in town for Halloween, you'll definitely enjoy a trip through the museum.

18. The Architecture

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In fact, just standing outside of the museum, or the Witch House, or even City Hall is a little spooky. There's just something about the Witch City's stunning architecture that makes every building seem a little haunted.

19. Living Statues

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While Salem is full of statues, some of them come to life – especially around Halloween.

20. Crazy Costumes

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Can you pick out any of the costumes in this photo? Because no lie, Salem has some of the most intricate, detailed, and astounding costumes you'll ever see!

21. Pioneer Village

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On and around Halloween, Pioneer Village invites visitors for ghost stories and spooky tours around the village. Those woods are scary!

22. Surprises in Unexpected Places

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What do you think? Witch statue, bewitched witch, witch costume, or living statue?

23. The House of Seven Gables

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Salem is still wild about Hawthorne, and you have to admit that the House of Seven Gables fits the city's vibe.

24. Ghost Stories

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The city has its fair share of ghost stories, and in the month of October, there are numerous ways to hear them.

25. Personal Stories

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Nothing is more horrifying, however, than the story of the accused. If you decide to take a tour, the Witch Memorial has to be one of the stops.

26. Old Friends

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Since anything is possible on Halloween, Samantha might even wriggle her nose.

Have you ever been to Salem on Halloween? If you love the holiday, you have to come some day! Just remember that anything's possible after dark!