National Historical Park · MA

Things to do in Salem Maritime

The National Park Service lists 6 things to do at Salem Maritime National Historical Park. 6 have no extra fee, 6 need no reservation, and 4 allow pets. Each listing links to the full NPS page. Data is from the NPS snapshot of Oct 28, 2026.

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A black and white dogs sits by a garden
Photo: NPS

Become a Salem Maritime B.A.R.K. Ranger

Hello four-legged friends! Do you want to explore Salem Maritime with your leash-holding companions? Interested in getting your very own B.A.R.K. Ranger dog tag? We made it easy for your human to help you get one. Just follow the B.A.R.K. Ranger principles!

5-120 Minutes Spring, Summer, Fall Pets allowed

Hiking

two children show a ranger their answers in the Junior Ranger booklet
Photo: NPS Photo

Become a Salem Maritime Junior Ranger

The Salem Maritime National Historic Site Junior Ranger program is an activity based program offering visitors the opportunity to join the National Park Service "family" as Junior Rangers.

30-120 Minutes Year-round Pets allowed

Junior Ranger Program

Paper doll with orange arms and blue hat.
Photo: NPS Photo / Elizabeth Thakkar

Create a Dominican Faceless Doll

Have you ever heard of Faceless Dolls (or Muñecas Sin Rostro)? Faceless Dolls were first created in the 1980’s by sculptor Liliana Mera Limé. Their lack of faces is what makes them a truly unique symbol of the Dominican Republic.

30-180 Minutes Year-round

Arts and Culture

books, apparel, toys, maps and other souvenirs on display inside a store
Photo: NPS Photo

Shop Waite & Peirce Souvenirs

Waite & Peirce: Authentic and Exotic Goods features gifts inspired by the bold spirit of Salem’s privateers and offers visitors a unique shopping experience.

5-30 Minutes Year-round

Shopping

Light blue morning light over snowy wharf pathway with white lighthouse in distance.
Photo: NPS Photo / Bill Fuchs

Watch the Sunrise from Derby Wharf

Enjoy an East Coast sunrise from Derby Wharf! The horizon is broad and flat, providing an expansive view of Salem Harbor.

1-3 Hours Year-round Pets allowed

Astronomy

Before you go

Check current alerts and closures, entrance fees and operating hours for Salem Maritime. Programs and tours can change with the season or be cancelled on short notice — confirm on the NPS page before you plan around one.

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