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If You're Going to Salem, Massachusetts...

By Kim Knox Beckius, About.com

Sep 29 2008
Where to Stay

The Hawthorne Hotel is centrally located and one of the most popular lodging options for visitors to Salem, Massachusetts. If you'll be visiting Salem with kids, the family-friendly and conveniently located Salem Waterfront Hotel & Suites is a good choice.

Other places to stay in Salem include the Amelia Payson House, a restored Greek Revival B&B; the Coach House Inn, an 1879 Victorian sea captain's mansion with antique decor; The Salem Inn, comprised of three historic buildings listed on the National Register of Historic Places; and the Stepping Stone Inn, built in 1846 for a naval officer and located in the heart of historic Salem.

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Where to Dine

If you want to consume a prime rib that you'll remember for years to come, make sure to include a stop at Victoria Station on your itinerary. The restaurant is at Pickering Wharf and overlooks Salem Harbor. The salad bar at Victoria Station is something to rave about, too.

For an eclectic menu of pub favorites and locally made brews, head to Salem Beer Works at 278 Derby Street, where there is always something new on tap.

And be sure to visit E.W. Hobbs at Salem Willows Park for a taste of the world's best popcorn. Call 978-745-7691 to check seasonal hours.

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