Real Pirates Museum Tickets

Travel to the Golden Era of Piracy with your ticket to Real Pirates Salem! Learn fascinating facts about this period and even see authentic pirate treasures salvaged from the Whydah Gally shipwreck.

Description

The Real Pirates Salem Museum allows visitors to explore the 18th century and understand pirating history through various exhibitions and interactive areas. The museum showcases artifacts and riches from the Whydah Gally, a ship that sunk in 1717 off the coast of Cape Cod, near Salem. These treasures remained submerged until their discovery in the late 20th century, providing access to genuine items from the Golden Age of Piracy.

Visitors can explore the museum to uncover the ship's history and the circumstances of its wreck. The exhibits include recreations of the ship's interior, displays of torture instruments, cannons, and other notable items. Additionally, informative panels accompany each exhibit, and there are interactive areas where guests can learn about different nautical knots, pirate vocabulary, and handle antique coins from the Whydah Gally.

Schedule

Real Pirates Salem is open Monday through Sunday from 10 am to 5 pm, with last admission 30 minutes before closing. Hours are subject to change during peak holiday seasons and national holidays.