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This Valentine’s Day, were shopping local and picking up chocolates, jewelry, cards, and more from retailers throughout Salem, MA! Use the guide below to find…

2021 is bringing lots of new events, shops, and more to Salem, Massachusetts! With even more ways to explore our city while wandering through downtown…

We extend our gratitude to the people, places, and events that make Salem a unique and wonderful place to visit  throughout the year, to everyone…

Stay local and explore our historic seaport with a Salem staycation! Relax with an overnight stay within walking distance to shops and restaurants, and visit…

Salem’s small businesses typically rely on spring and summer business to get through the quieter winter months, and this year our support is more important…

Stay local and order takeout and delivery from your favorite Salem restaurants, or discover something new to try downtown with this list: Restaurants Adriatic Restaurant…

The City of Salem recently announced the upcoming installation of seven sculptures along the Salem Harbor Connector Path. The sculptures will be on display December…

Giving Tuesday is here and we’re sharing ways you can give back to local nonprofits in Salem, Massachusetts! Salem is home to numerous museums and…

by Anne Sterling When Destination Salem asked me to write about a favorite Salem event, the annual Christmas in Salem House Tour immediately sprang to…

Stay local and shop and dine in Salem this holiday season Downtown Salem is home to scores of small, locally-owned businesses that need our support!…

We’re open for business!  Restaurants are now permitted to open for indoor and outdoor dining, and several of Salem’s restaurants are expanding their outdoor seating…

Shopping local is more important now than ever and Salem’s small businesses are excited to welcome residents back downtown. Join the businesses in taking the…

Whether you are visiting Salem during Thanksgiving week, or looking to pick up dinner to have at home, Salem’s local culinary scene has you covered…

Does the winter weather have you down? Why not warm up with a cup of hot chocolate? Thankfully Salem, Massachusetts is home to plenty of…

This November, start your holiday shopping in Salem, hop aboard the Salem Trolley, or enjoy your favorite local museums and restaurants. Many restaurants have been…

During COVID-19, masks are required in downtown Salem in all public spaces, both indoors and outdoors. Click here to learn more about Salem’s COVID-19 response,…