Are you afraid of ghosts, darkness or anything that reminds you of monsters? If you are saying yes, then you must visit Goa to explore the haunted places. Sounds thrilling, right?
Whatever you have seen in the movies, you can easily feel those vibes in real time by making your visit to scary locations like Three Kings Church, D'Mello House, Rodrigues Home and more. However, this scary trip is not for the faint-hearted, but if you have the will, then feel free to make your visit soon and discover scary moments that you will never forget in life.
Explore the dark side of this coastal paradise and get a high-level adrenaline rush, as there are several haunted places in Goa that also play a key role in influencing the regional culture. Let’s begin this Goa travel guide and keep scrolling down to read along!
List Of Top 10 Haunted Places in Goa
Are you excited to know what the scariest places to visit in Goa are? Well, no worries, here is the whole list curated for you.
Three Kings’ Church
Plan out your visit to the Three Kings’ Church to get a mysterious aura. Well, it is one of the famous haunted places in Goa. It is believed that the 3 spirits of Portuguese kings who battled for the land once, one of them poisoned and killed the other two. Due to this, their spirits roam around the church and the village. Isn’t it the scariest story you have ever listened to, right? However, whether you are looking for an aesthetic spot to click pictures or want to get an experience of next-level thrill, visit Three Kings’ Church for such spooky experiences.
- Location: Three Kings’ Chapel, Muder, Cansaulim, Goa
Jakni Bandh
Again, there is the Jakni Bandh, which is a temporary bridge in Goa between Navelim and Drampur. However, it is associated with a deep, tragic history. Due to the driver’s mistake, a school bus overturned, and all the little passengers were killed. Wondering what’s so scary about this spot? Well, many people claimed to hear the cries of little children at night. Isn’t it so scary? So, visit Jakni Bandh as it is one of the top 10 hidden places in Goa, where the real thrill begins.
- Location: Near Navelim and Dramapur in South Goa
D’Mello House
Are you interested in knowing more about mystery places in Goa? Well, D’Mello House is another haunted place to visit in Goa. Interested to know about the story behind this place? So, once there lived 2 brothers in the house, arguing over ancestral property. However, one of them killed the other, and people have reported hearing shrieking sounds at night from the house. Additionally, many of them also observed paranormal activities in the house.
- Location: Santimol, Raia, South Goa
The Rodrigues Home
The Rodrigues Home is one of the abandoned places in Goa. This spooky house also gives you thrilling vibes as the Rodrigues family resides there. As the house seems beautiful outside, it is quite haunting from the inside. As per the popular belief about this house is that there are still spirits residing even after their demise. However, visitors noticed light flickering, unexpected closing, and opening of doors while passing through the place.
- Location: The Rodrigues Home, Margao, Goa
Borim Bridge
Borim Bridge joined the ranks among the most famous haunted places in Goa. It is believed that once there was a woman seen running on the bridge, and then she jumped into the Zuari River. However, no one heard the sound or saw any ripples in the water. She was a local madwoman, and those who often stopped to help her found her sitting on the back seat of the vehicle. Thus, this is the whole haunting story about Borim Bridge.
- Location: Borim Bridge between Ponda and Margao, Goa
Baytakhol
Baytakhol is one of the famous haunted places in Goa, between Dhavali and Bori. Why so popular? Many people have experienced a number of accidents on the road. However, it is rumoured that a woman is seen crying out for help on the road, and if someone crosses her and looks back, they will find nothing but an empty road. Sounds scary, right? So, consider visiting Baytakhol as it is also one of the 10 Instagrammable photo spots in North Goa, perfect for clicking aesthetic pictures.
- Location: Between Dhavali and Bori
NH 17
NH 17, also known as the Mumbai-Goa Highway. It is one of the most popular haunted places in Goa. For unknown reasons, there are witches roaming on the highway in search of dead meat. That’s why locals will advise you not to carry non-vegetarian food on the road, especially after sunset. There are also rumours that, if someone goes beyond the advice, the vehicle stops abruptly or goes out of control while carrying meat, especially after midnight. Overall, this road is haunted by many witches who are in search of their next prey.
- Location: Mumbai, Goa Highway
Seminary Arch
Seminary Arch is located in the scenic banks of the Zuari River, leading out into the Arabian Sea. It is Goa’s most haunted location inside the village of Rachol. It is believed that a soldier’s spirit who once lived here during the time of the Portuguese colony. However, the soldier is believed to guard this village by not allowing anyone in. So, take your time to think about this one of the abandoned places in Goa and make your visit to test your fear level.
- Location: Seminary Arch, Near Zuari River, Goa
Igorchem Bandh
Another haunted place in Goa is the Igorchem Bandh, which is a stretch of road in Raia. However, Igorchem Bandh is located right behind the Chruch of Our Lady of Snows. According to the rumours, if someone walks on the road between 2 PM and 3 PM, you will likely be possessed by an evil spirit. Furthermore, this road will lead you into the darkness, especially at midnight. So, consider the essential things to carry while travelling to Goa and feel spooky moments without any tension.
- Location: Igorchem Bandh, Goa
Saligao Village
Saligao is one of the small villages located at a distance of 15 kilometres from Panaji, renowned as one of the haunted places in Goa. However, there is also an interesting story behind the title Scary Place. Well, the village is said to be haunted by an angry spirit of woman named Christalina. Furthermore, a banyan tree in the town is known as the breeding ground of the spirit. As per the rumours, a Portuguese man went missing and was then discovered with scratches and wounds.
- Location: Saligao Village, Goa
In A Nutshell
Finally, here is the end of this post!
After knowing all about the spooky stories, are you interested in making your visit soon? Indeed, these places are so scary. However, some might think these places are just myths, while others think they are true. If you don’t believe in such kind of information, then plan your visit to know what the reality is. Overall, these places are not just about rumours or stories; there are such places that still exist and are amongst the top haunted places in Goa.
If you have decided on your visit, then it’s the right time to choose an accommodation. Well, you don’t need to worry about just, just feel free to choose Swim Up because there is everything you need for a perfect vacation, especially a room with a private pool in North Goa. Isn’t it something you were looking for?
So, why wait? Let your inner explorer awaken and test your fear level by visiting such scary places in Goa!
