Salem, Massachusetts is hands down one of my favorite cities in the United States. Ever since I moved to Boston a couple of years ago, I’ve tried to make it out to Salem as much as I can. There is just so much to see and do in this quaint city that I discover something new on every visit. If you only have one day don’t worry, a day trip to Salem, MA is the perfect way to get a taste of what this city has to offer. Trust me, you’ll be planning a return visit before you even leave!Why visit SalemThere is so much more to Salem than you might think. Growing up, I associated Salem with witches and Halloween (I was obsessed with Hocus Pocus. While the Salem witch trials are a very real and very tragic part of Salem’s history, there is also rich maritime history as well and many historic sites to visit. But that’s not all. In addition to the history, there are tons of great restaurants, beautiful shops, and an eclectic vibe that really makes this city stand out from so many of the other citie...
