Are you a fan of the cult classic Hocus Pocus? Then a visit to Salem, Massachusetts is a bucketlist trip! Although most of the movie was done on a Hollywood set, there were several scenes filmed in Salem. Here is a researched list of exact addresses and helpful descriptions of each location. Don’t go amok and save it for when you visit Salem!
“Come, we fly!”– Winifred Sanderson
Max and Dani’s house is in reality a private residence located about 1.5 miles from Salem’s town center. Park by the seawall and respectfully view from a distance. Address: 4 Ocean Avenue, Salem, MA 01970.
Opening scenes were filmed at the Salem Pioneer Village, located near Max and Dani’s house. Plan a visit to the oldest living history museum in America for only $5! It is open 12-4 pm on weekends from June to October. You can purchase your ticket online or at the gate. Address: 98 West Avenue, Salem, MA 01970.
“Wow, check out this house.”– Max Dennison
Allison’s house was filmed at the historic and beautiful Ropes Mansion. The museum is currently open Mondays, Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays 10am-5pm, and Fridays 10am-7pm. Local’s tip: It will be decorated to replicate the way it looked in the movie from October 27th to October 31st. Visit their website to reserve a tour. Address: 318 Essex Street, Salem, MA 01970.
“I put a spell on you and now you’re mine.” – Winifred Sanderson
The Halloween party the parents attend is located at Old Town Hall in Derby Square. Fun fact: Old Town Hall is the earliest surviving municipal structure in Salem! Read this guide to learn more about Salem. Address: 32 Derby Square, Salem, MA 01970.
“It reeks of children.” – Mary Sanderson
Max and Allison’s high school was filmed at a former elementary school campus that has converted to private residences. Most of the filming took place at the South Washington Square entrance facing Salem Common. Address: 86 Essex Street, Salem, MA 01970.
“It’s all just a bunch of hocus pocus.” – Max Dennison
Many outdoor scenes were filmed at Salem Common, specifically at the southeastern entrance. It is a historic park with a fun playground and paved walkways. The Salem Witch Museum is near the park’s northwestern entrance. Local’s tip: There will be an outdoor screening of Hocus Pocus 2 on October 2nd. Visit this website for more information. Address: North Washington Square, Salem, MA 01970.
Have a “glorious” time!
