Best 139 things to do in Salem, MA

Customize a private fishing or whale watch charter on a 70–90 ft boat

Fish Hampton Beach inlets for striped bass or bluefish

Spend 4 hours striped bass fishing with extra time on the water

Fish all day with the crew on a 9-hour bottom fishing trip

Spend 5 hours bottom fishing with bait and tackle provided

Fish at night with a family-run crew, with rod and reel rental included

Paddle Lake Cochituate with a single kayak rental in Natick

Pedal across Lake Cochituate with 1–4 hour rental options

Rent a stand-up paddleboard for a calm paddle on Lake Cochituate

Watch Salem Sound glow at day’s end while you help raise the sails and toast the sunset with a relaxed drink.

Hands-on 1812-style sail with engaging crew and scenic Salem Sound views

Sail Salem Sound with your group of up to 40 and enjoy a private, hands-on experience

Experience a calm private winter paddle with dry suits and an expert guide on sheltered New England waters

Paddle the Salem and Beverly coastline at sunset with a guided tour

Trace April 19, 1775 with a licensed guide, from Old North Church to Bunker Hill

Ride from Boston to Salem for witch-trial history, maritime sites, and free time to explore

Ride Boston’s Emerald Necklace on a 15+ mile guided bike tour

Glide on electric scooters through historic Boston and innovative Cambridge with lunch and photos included

See Boston highlights fast on a guided e-scooter ride

Ride a guided e-scooter loop of Boston landmarks in 2 hours

Rent an electric scooter in Central Square, Cambridge

Diagnose your scooter issue on a quick video consult

Test ride the Hiboy S2 scooter from a Cambridge showroom floor model

Rent an electric scooter in Cambridge for a day or longer