30 Theme Parks That Were Left Abandoned And Possibly Haunted

20. Tivoli World – Benalmádena, Spain: A Once-Beloved Landmark Left in Limbo

For decades, Tivoli World was the heart of family entertainment on Spain’s Costa del Sol. Opened in 1972 in the sunny seaside town of Benalmádena, this vibrant amusement park welcomed generations of visitors with its mix of traditional fairground rides, lush gardens, live shows, and charming Andalusian architecture. At its height, Tivoli World featured everything from bumper cars and log flumes to flamenco performances and summer concerts—cementing its status as a cultural and recreational landmark. But after years of financial troubles, legal disputes, and the impact of the pandemic, Tivoli World officially closed its gates in 2020—abruptly ending nearly 50 years of joy and memories. The closure left locals heartbroken, and the park now sits in a strange state of suspended animation: not demolished, not operating, but eerily still. From outside the gates, visitors can still glimpse the skeletal frames of roller coasters, empty stages, and the once-iconic entrance arch, now weathered by time and salt air. The fountains are dry, the flowerbeds overgrown, and the laughter that once echoed through the park has been replaced by silence.