An honest guide to Salem, Massachusetts in October 2026 from someone who lived down the road for seven years; what to do, what’s changed, and how to avoid the worst crowds.
One Fall Day in Salem, MA: An Hour-by-Hour Itinerary
Got exactly one day in Salem? Here’s the honest, hour-by-hour version from someone who lived less than an hour away for seven years, when to arrive, what to skip, how to get there without losing your mind to parking, and where the dogs are welcome.

