Danvers Things to Do

A classic preservation of the maritime history of New England consists of 12 historical structures and nine acres by the Salem waterfront. Here is a very detailed account of the many important events like the Atlantic triangle... more

Anybody interested in exploring the house of seven gables and four lighthouses? Pay a visit to the Essex Heritage area not just to do the above but to participate in mock settlement demonstrations and trudging maritime/industri... more

Located in a suburb of Boston, this zoo is quite a popular venue with kids and adults. Enroll your child for one of the Wild Animal Adventure Programs, where they get to see the animals, watch videos and puppet shows, and liste... more

Showcase Cinemas Revere offers a multiplex fully equipped with modern acoustics for a pleasurable viewing experience. Relax and sit back in your cushioned chairs, designed to help you sit in comfort and relax with popcorn and a... more

Alexander's Day Spa may sound like millions of spas around. But once in, the personalized attention and service leave you a happy customer. The atmosphere is comforting and puts you at ease. Manicures, facials, hair-styling, ma... more

This museum across from Salem Common revisits the hysteria of 1692, when people in the town were falsely accused of being witches or "consorting with the devil," then were tried and hanged. Twenty people were put to death durin... more

An entertaining introduction to Salem's seagoing history, this complex includes an exciting attraction: a real live ship. The Friendship is a full-size replica of a 1797 East Indiaman merchant vessel, a three-mas... more

Built in 1768 for one of the wealthiest merchants in the colonies, the Lee Mansion is internationally recognized as an extraordinary example of pre-Revolutionary Georgian architecture. The attraction for aficionados is t... more

Though art and culture from New England is the main draw, expect art from around the world as well. Asian art like Korean, Japanese, and Indian together with African, Oceanic, and Native American art is showcased amidst histor... more

Run by the Salem Parks and Recreation Department, the Witch House is the home of the late judge Jonathan Corwin who presided over the Salem Witch Trials. While the town of Salem has many spots to visit to relive the notorious t... more