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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, Turner's Seafood - Salem (43 Church St) and Nathaniel's At The Hawthorne Hotel (18 Washington Sq) are great picks.

When to visit Salem

Salem in February
Estimated hotel price
$172
1 night at 3-star hotel
Salem in February
Estimated hotel price
$172
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Salem

Plane

When flying to Salem, you’ll arrive at Boston Logan Airport (BOS), which is located 12 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Salem include American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and JetBlue. The shortest domestic flight to Salem departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 1h 26m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Salem, followed by Acela. The train journey from Salem to Providence takes 0h 41m and costs around $6 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Portland, expect to pay about $34 for a 2h 32m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Salem is to pick up a car rental from Boston, which is about 14 miles from Salem. You’ll find branches of Turo and Hertz, among others, in Boston.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Salem, including OurBus, CoachRun and Greyhound. From Manchester, the bus ride to Salem takes 80 miles and will cost you around $35. From Hartford, the ticket costs about $26 for a journey of 105 miles.

Plane

When flying to Salem, you’ll arrive at Boston Logan Airport (BOS), which is located 12 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Salem include American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and JetBlue. The shortest domestic flight to Salem departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 1h 26m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Salem, followed by Acela. The train journey from Salem to Providence takes 0h 41m and costs around $6 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Portland, expect to pay about $34 for a 2h 32m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Salem is to pick up a car rental from Boston, which is about 14 miles from Salem. You’ll find branches of Turo and Hertz, among others, in Boston.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Salem, including OurBus, CoachRun and Greyhound. From Manchester, the bus ride to Salem takes 80 miles and will cost you around $35. From Hartford, the ticket costs about $26 for a journey of 105 miles.

Airports near Salem

BOSBoston Logan Intl
MHTManchester
PSMPortsmouth Pease Intl

Airlines serving Salem

Lufthansa
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KLM
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British Airways
Good (6,836 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,935 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,243 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
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Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,967 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
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Where to stay in popular areas of Salem

Most booked hotels in Salem

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The Coach House
2 stars
Excellent (9.3, 320 reviews)
$235+
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citizenM Boston North Station
4 stars
Excellent (9, 2280 reviews)
$226+
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Hawthorne Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (9, 1135 reviews)
$172+
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The Hotel Salem
3 stars
Excellent (9, 717 reviews)
$211+
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The Cove At Salem
3 stars
Excellent (9, 187 reviews)
$224+
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Hampton Inn Salem Boston
2 stars
Excellent (8.9, 1011 reviews)
$211+
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Renting a car in Salem

Renting a car in Salem costs $73 per day, on average, or $147 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 2% more expensive than at Boston Logan Intl.

Expect to pay $3.41 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 $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Salem is Intermediate (Chevrolet Captiva or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice rental cars (Class Special Car or similar) are, on average, 79% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Salem costs $73 per day, on average, or $147 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 2% more expensive than at Boston Logan Intl.

Expect to pay $3.41 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 $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Salem is Intermediate (Chevrolet Captiva or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice rental cars (Class Special Car or similar) are, on average, 79% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Salem

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5 Adults, 2 Bags

$31/day

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$32/day

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