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Salem: Historic Schooner Sailing Cruise

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About the activity

Sail aboard the historic Schooner Fame on a sightseeing cruise of Salem. Relax on board as you see some of the region's landmarks from the water and enjoy a beverage from the fully-licensed bar on board.

  • Free cancellation
    Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
  • Instant confirmation & Mobile tickets
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  • Host or greeter
    English
  • Duration
    100 minutes
  • Includes
    • Sailing ticket
    • Alcohol available for purchase onboard
Highlights & Description

Highlights

  • Put your feet up and enjoy knocking back a rum punch
  • Help raise the sails, take the tiller, or just enjoy your time on the water
  • See forts, lighthouses, and gorgeous waterfront homes
  • Experience sailing on this traditional gaff-rigged schooner
  • Select from a number of beverages at the onboard bar

Description

Ride aboard a full-scale replica of the first American privateer schooner to get to sea during the War of 1812. Marvel at the scenery, drink a beverage, and get up close to a vessel that has been modelled on the original Fame which was the first privateer to send in a captured vessel.

Sail from Pickering Wharf Marina in downtown Salem, MA, with as many as five times daily and witness the picturesque sights along the way - a great trip for all ages.

Learn about Salem Sound, where pirates, privateers, East Indiamen, and men of war have been making history for 400-years.

Immerse yourself in the fascinating history of this vessel, which seized over 20 prizes in the waters off Maine, Nova Scotia, and New Brunswick before being lost in the Bay of Fundy in 1814.

Good to know before you go
  • Traffic and parking are very challenging on weekends and and especially in October. Allow extra time for traffic and parking
  • If you miss the boat you will not receive a refund
  • The vessel has a liquor license, which means you cannot bring your own alcohol aboard. Beer, wine, soft drinks and snacks are all available for purchase at reasonable prices. Bring your own food and snacks, but no coolers are allowed
  • The schooner is not ADA complaint or wheelchair accessible. Passengers must be able to walk up and down the marina ramp, and ascend five steps to board the schooner. The crew is standing by to help
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Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the cancellation policy for this activity?
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
2. When will I receive the confirmation of my booking?
You will receive an email notification right after your successful payment. If you don't see it in your inbox, check your spam or junk mail folder. When the payment is completed you have the option to download your ticket directly.
3. Are mobile tickets enough or do I have to print them?
Tickets don't need to be printed. You can show your ticket from your smartphone as a PDF.
  • Adults
    14-64 years
  • Seniors
    65-99 years
  • Children
    0-13 years
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