HP Lovecraft and the Salem Connection Walking Tour
- Live Guide
- Instant Confirmation
- E-Ticket
- 1.5 hr
HP Lovecraft was a writer who delved in the genres of science fiction, fantasy and horror. He specialized in the weird that captured the imagination of many of his fans. He loved Providence, RI but one of his other favorite cities was Salem, MA that many believe to be the famed Arkham in his books. He came to Salem several times and used the homes, buildings and the 1692 witchcraft trials as inspiration for some of his tales of the fantastic. Join us for our special Lovecraft History Tour. You’ll learn about the man and how Salem influenced many of his writings and how he references Salem in his books. You’ll visit several locations throughout the city including the Crowninshield-Bentley House, Witch House, Old Train Station location and more.
Itinerary Details
Operated by: Salem Historical Tours, LLC
Stop At: Witch House
Guide will explain the connection of the Witch House to one of HP Lovecraft's stories.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Old Burying Point Cemetery
Guide will discuss the connection between the cemetery and HP Lovercraft's stories.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At:
Guide will discuss the connection between the cemetery and HP Lovercraft's stories.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Salem
Visit the Crowninshield Bentley home that inspired Lovecraft to write "The Thing on the Doorstep."
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Salem
Stop and view Riley Plaza where the great Victorian Train Station was located that Lovecraft loved. The guide will show you a picture and discuss how he wrote about the train station.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At:
The guide will do his introduction at the start of the tour discussing Lovecraft's books, his love of Salem, creation of Cthulhu and more
Duration: 10 minutes
