Fame of Salem

FAME is a full-scale representation of a famous Salem privateer from the War of 1812!

For 23 years she was the top-rated boat and the top-rated outdoor activity in Salem.

In April 2026 FAME was sold to the Liberty Fleet of Tall Ships, in Boston.

They operate FAME and their other schooner, LIBERTY STAR, from Fan Pier Marina.

You can sail on FAME in Boston by visiting LibertyFleet.com

If you want to go sailing here on the North Shore, we recommend FAME's sister ship, ARDELLE, operated by Captain Harold Burnham of Maritime Heritage Charters

in Gloucester.  Harold built both FAME and ARDELLE!

If you’re looking to book a harbor tour in Salem, contact MahiCruises.com

Fame is a full-scale replica of the first American privateer to set out during the War of 1812, and the first to make a capture. She seized over 20 prizes before being wrecked in 1814.

Our Fame cruises on Salem Sound, where pirates, privateers, East Indiamen, and men of war have been making history for 400 years. Fame sails from Memorial Day through Halloween from Pickering Wharf Marina in downtown Salem, MA.

Three-Time TripAdvisor Best of the Best Award Winner!

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5-Star Reviews on Facebook; 98% recommend

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Read the Reviews: FAME is Salem's Top-Rated Boat Tour!

Read the Reviews: FAME is Salem's Top-Rated Boat Tour!

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