Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Salem travel guide

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You're Going to Love Salem

With a population of 41.340, Salem is a must-see destination in Massachusetts, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Salem deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Salem

If you’re looking for affordable options, Ledger Restaurant & Bar (125 Washington St) and Hotel Salem - The Roof (209 Essex St) are great picks.

When to visit Salem

Salem in February
Estimated package price
$179
2 travelers
Flight to Salem
3 nights at hotel
Salem in February
Estimated package price
$179
2 travelers
Flight to Salem
3 nights at hotel

How to Get to Salem

Plane

When flying to Salem, you’ll arrive at Boston Logan Airport (BOS), which is located 19 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Salem include Delta, JetBlue and American Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Salem departs from Orlando and takes around 2h 58m.

Car

Another option to get to Salem is to pick up a car rental from Boston, which is about 22 km from Salem. You’ll find branches of Turo and Movly, among others, in Boston.

Plane

When flying to Salem, you’ll arrive at Boston Logan Airport (BOS), which is located 19 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Salem include Delta, JetBlue and American Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Salem departs from Orlando and takes around 2h 58m.

Car

Another option to get to Salem is to pick up a car rental from Boston, which is about 22 km from Salem. You’ll find branches of Turo and Movly, among others, in Boston.

Airports near Salem

BOSBoston Logan Intl
MHTManchester
PSMPortsmouth Pease Intl

Airlines serving Salem

Lufthansa
Good (8,225 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,571 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,202 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,062 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,480 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,559 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,248 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,645 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,731 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,655 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,166 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (950 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,978 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,206 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,579 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,532 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,467 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,429 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (430 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,593 reviews)
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Where to stay in Salem

There are also lots of vacation rental options in Salem, with prices from $98 to $646 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Salem are about 23% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Salem by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Salem

Most booked hotels in Salem

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The Coach House
3 stars
Excellent (9.5, 442 reviews)
$251+
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Salem Waterfront Hotel & Suites
3 stars
Excellent (9.2, 1738 reviews)
$211+
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Hawthorne Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (9, 1226 reviews)
$290+
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The Hotel Salem
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 863 reviews)
$230+
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The Cove At Salem
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 317 reviews)
$238+
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citizenM Boston North Station
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 3776 reviews)
$204+
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Renting a car in Salem

Renting a car in Salem costs $57 per day, on average, or $114 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 52% cheaper than airport locations in Salem.

Expect to pay $4.43 per gallon in Salem (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $53.15 and $70.86. The most frequently booked car type in Salem is Compact (Chevrolet Trax or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Premium rental cars (Toyota Crown or similar) are, on average, 48% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Salem costs $57 per day, on average, or $114 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 52% cheaper than airport locations in Salem.

Expect to pay $4.43 per gallon in Salem (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $53.15 and $70.86. The most frequently booked car type in Salem is Compact (Chevrolet Trax or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Premium rental cars (Toyota Crown or similar) are, on average, 48% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Salem

Economy

2 Adults, 2 Bags

$29/day

Economy

Full-size

5 Adults, 2 Bags

$48/day

Full-size
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