Black Cat Tours & Curiosity Shoppe brings Salem walking tours and a shop filled with unusual finds together at 234 Essex Street, Salem, Massachusetts. Stop in to explore the shop, or check in here for a guided look at the city’s history and ghost stories.

Explore Salem with Black Cat Tours

Choose from daytime history walks, evening ghost tours and the adults-only Moonlight Prowl. The company has led tours in Salem since 2013. Tour options and departure times vary, so use the official booking calendar to check availability for your visit.

See current tours and book tickets. Check in at the Curiosity Shoppe; Black Cat recommends arriving 15 minutes before your tour.

Step inside the Curiosity Shoppe

The shop pairs museum-style displays with an eclectic selection of gifts and curiosities. Browse locally made artisan pieces, Salem souvenirs and unusual objects, alongside artifacts connected to history, film, television and Salem’s past. It is a place to explore before a tour or while wandering downtown.

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Plan your visit

Find the shop and tour check-in at 234 Essex Street, Salem, MA 01970, across from the Samantha statue in Lappin Park. Check the official website for current availability and contact the business for shop hours. Call 978-239-9145 with visitor questions.

Supporting Haunted Happenings Marketplace

Black Cat Tours & Curiosity Shoppe is a 2026 Haunted Happenings Marketplace sponsor. The Marketplace is produced by Creative Collective and connects visitors with makers, shops and experiences across downtown Salem.

Explore the Marketplace directory or plan your Salem visit.