1600s Salem (Pioneer Village, 310 West Avenue in Salem, Mass.)
Hocus Pocusbegins in the distant past specifically in 1600s Salem, Mass.
These scenes were filmed at thePioneer Village in therealSalem, Mass.
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The village has the special distinction of being the first “living history museum” in the United States.
Allison’s house (Ropes Mansion and Garden, 318 Essex Street in Salem, Mass.)
Every protagonist needs somewhere to lay their head.
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Max and Allison’s high school (Phillips Elementary School, 56.
South Washington Square in Salem, Mass.)
The best part about visiting whereHocus Pocuswas filmed is getting to step into the world of your favorite characters.
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Sadly, though, none of us are able to see Max and Allison’s high school (a.k.a.
“a prison for children” in Winifred’s eyes).
This, of course, is where the gang burns the Sanderson sisters alive using a pottery kiln.
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The old school has now been transformed into an apartment complex.
WhenHocus Pocuswas filmed, it wasn’t a high school but rather the abandoned Phillips Elementary School.
The home of Max and Dani Dennison (4 Ocean Avenue in Salem, Mass.)
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When it comes to the actual story ofHocus Pocus, some of the locations are subtly important.
That’s because this particular seaside home is actually a private residence.
If you’re disappointed about not being able to visit the inside, fear not.
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The interior shots were reportedly shot on a soundstage in California, meaning you’re not missing out.
The Halloween party venue (Old Town Hall, 32 Derby Square in Salem, Mass.)
Hocus Pocusis full of great moments, but none of them are as outrightfunas the Halloween costume party venue.
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(It’s not just us, right?)
Town cemetery (Old Burial Hill in Marblehead, Mass.)
InHocus Pocus, the town cemetery did more than set the tone for this spooky film.
It also sets the tone for Max’s character.
The real cemetery (Old Burial Hill) is one major film location that’s not actually in Salem.
Visiting here is a great way to settle into the seasonal spirit and even get a taste of history.
That basically describes us, so we hope to see you there this Halloween.
