Haunted Places in South America
Colonial architecture, ancient burial sites, and mysterious ruins echo with pre-Columbian and colonial spirits.
Supernatural Folklore
South American supernatural beliefs blend indigenous shamanism with Catholic mysticism and African spiritual practices. Ancient burial grounds, colonial churches, and sites of conquest create a complex spiritual landscape.
Climate & Activity
Tropical and temperate zones
Best Time to Visit
Dry seasons for accessibility
Featured Countries
Brazil
Brazil's haunted landmarks mix colonial legends, Catholic devotion, and urban folklore with abandoned attractions and coastal mysteries.
Peru
From colonial mansions to Andean folklore, Peru's haunted places blend urban ghost stories with older spiritual landscapes.
Scariest haunted places
High Activity Casa Matusita
A notorious downtown house where screams, apparitions, and overwhelming dread have fueled one of Peru's best-known urban haunting legends.
Moderate Activity Beto Carrero World
A sprawling amusement park where after closing, distant laughter and carousel music have been reported with the rides at rest.