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Salem - Landmarks/ Historic Sites

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Ranked #2 of 10 Attractions in Salem
5 of 5 stars 10 reviews
Owner description: Phillips House is the only home on historic Chestnut Street open to the public, and it provides a glimpse into the private... more » Owner description: Phillips House is the only home on historic Chestnut Street open to the public, and it provides a glimpse into the private world of the Phillips family during the early decades of the twentieth century. The kitchen, pantry, and a domestic staff bedroom, present a rarely seen picture of how the great houses functioned as new technologies were being introduced. « less
Attraction type  Historic Sites
Distance  0.4 miles from city center
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Ranked #5 of 10 Attractions in Salem
4.5 of 5 stars 71 reviews

The Charter street burial ground, historically known as Olde Burying Point is the second oldest *recorded* burial ground in the United States. Interred within it are such notable... more »

Attraction type  Cemeteries
Distance  0.2 miles from city center
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Ranked #7 of 10 Attractions in Salem
4 of 5 stars 225 reviews

Built in 1668, this is the oldest surviving 17th century wooden mansion in New England and one of the most famous in America. The House of the Seven Gables inspired author... more »

Attraction type  Historic Sites
Distance  0.6 miles from city center
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Ranked #11 of 10 Attractions in Salem
4 of 5 stars 44 reviews
Attraction type  Neighborhoods; Historic Walking Areas; Wharfs/ Piers/ Boardwalks; Marinas
Distance  0.4 miles from city center
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Ranked #14 of 10 Attractions in Salem
4 of 5 stars 26 reviews
Owner description: Salem Maritime, the National Park in Salem, is a nine-acre historic site located on Salem’s waterfront that tells the history... more » Owner description: Salem Maritime, the National Park in Salem, is a nine-acre historic site located on Salem’s waterfront that tells the history of Salem’s international trade and the sailors and merchants who built the economy of the young United States. National Park Rangers present guided tours of historic buildings and replica tall ship Friendship, and are ready help you navigate Salem at the Visitor Center, conveniently located on New Liberty Street across from the city parking garage. « less
Attraction type  Historic Sites
Distance  0.4 miles from city center
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Ranked #18 of 10 Attractions in Salem
4 of 5 stars 40 reviews

 The Witch House / The Corwin House   The "Witch House," as it is called (it is also more accurately known as "The Corwin House"), is Salem's only building with direct ties to the... more »

Attraction type  Historic Sites; Museums
Distance  0.2 miles from city center
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Ranked #19 of 10 Attractions in Salem
3.5 of 5 stars 16 reviews
Established in 1930, this recreated fishing village was one of America's first living history museums.
Attraction type  Historic Sites; Tours
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Ranked #20 of 10 Attractions in Salem
4.5 of 5 stars 6 reviews
Nathaniel Hawthorne worked here as surveyor to Salem's port.
Attraction type  Historic Sites; Museums
Distance  13.9 miles from city center
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Ranked #27 of 10 Attractions in Salem
3.5 of 5 stars 2 reviews
Attraction type  Historic Sites
Distance  0.3 miles from city center
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Ranked #28 of 10 Attractions in Salem
4 of 5 stars 6 reviews
Attraction type  Historic Walking Areas; Tours
Distance  0.3 miles from city center
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