Salem, United States

Salem Travel Guide

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Alternative names: Settled: 1626Population: 42.9 thous. (2019)Area: 18.3 mi²Elevation: 20 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 42°31'17"N, 70°53'31"W
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MassachusettsUnited States

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Salem Top Attractions

Salem Attractions - What to See and Explore

Salem offers many attractions and places to visit. Here are the most important ones: Peabody Essex Museum, Salem Maritime National Historic Site, House of the Seven Gables, Essex Institute. Below you will find a complete list of places worth visiting.

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Day trips

Salem – popular in the area (distance from the center)

In the vicinity of Salem, it's worth seeing attractions such as: Museum of Fine Arts (Boston), Quincy Market (Boston), Faneuil Hall (Boston).

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Best Time To Visit Salem

Learn when is the best time to travel to Salem weather-wise and what to expect in each season.

Popularity among visitors

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October is the most popular and therefore the most crowded month to visit this location. Many people also choose to visit in July.

Average temperatures in °F

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The highest air temperature is in June, July and August. While the coldest is in January and February.

Monthly rainfall in inches

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The lowest rainfall is recorded in February, May, June, July and August. Most of it rains in January, March, April, October, November and December.

Length of day in hours

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We can expect the longest days in June, while the shortest in December.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What are the top attractions to visit in Salem?

What is the best time to visit Salem?

October is the most popular and therefore the most crowded month to visit this location. Many people also choose to visit in July. The highest air temperature is in June, July and August. While the coldest is in January and February.

Where to next? Visit massachusetts Massachusetts region page or discover the top tourist attractions in United States.