Top 10 Horror Films About Tourists

Description: A group of friends stumble upon a roadside attraction in the desert, where they are terrorized by a telekinetic psychopath. This classic horror film captures the eerie atmosphere of a tourist trap gone wrong.

Fact: The film features animatronic mannequins, which were created by the same company that made the animatronics for "The Exorcist."

Description: A group of women go on a caving expedition in the Appalachian Mountains, only to encounter horrifying creatures in the depths. While not explicitly about tourists, the theme of venturing into unknown territory fits the list.

Fact: The film was shot in a real cave system in the UK, and the creatures were designed to be blind, having evolved in the dark.

Description: Two American backpackers in Europe are lured into a hostel in Slovakia where they become victims of a sinister organization that caters to wealthy clients who pay to torture and kill tourists. This film explores the dark side of backpacking and the dangers of trusting strangers.

Fact: The film was inspired by an urban legend about a website where people could bid on the right to kill someone. Eli Roth, the director, also made a cameo in the film.

Description: A family on a road trip through the New Mexico desert finds themselves under attack by a group of mutant cannibals. This remake of the 1977 classic showcases the terror of being stranded in an unfamiliar, hostile environment.

Fact: The film was remade by Alexandre Aja, who also directed "High Tension." The original film was inspired by the legend of Sawney Bean, a Scottish cannibal.

Description: After a bus crash in Brazil, a group of tourists find themselves at the mercy of local criminals who harvest their organs. This film plays on the fear of being in a foreign country with no one to trust.

Fact: The movie was filmed in Brazil, and the director, John Stockwell, also directed "Blue Crush."

Description: A couple staying at a secluded vacation home are terrorized by three masked strangers with no apparent motive. This film plays on the fear of being alone and vulnerable in a new environment.

Fact: The film was inspired by real-life events, including the Manson Family murders and a series of home invasions in California.

Description: A group of friends on vacation in Mexico venture into the jungle to explore an ancient Mayan pyramid, only to find themselves trapped by a deadly, sentient plant. This film captures the essence of a vacation gone horribly wrong, making it a perfect fit for this list.

Fact: The film is based on the novel by Scott Smith, who also wrote the screenplay. The plant in the movie was created using a combination of real plants and CGI.

Description: A couple's romantic getaway to a remote lake turns into a nightmare when they clash with a gang of violent teenagers. The film highlights the vulnerability of tourists in isolated locations.

Fact: The film was inspired by the real-life murder of a couple by a gang in the UK. The director, James Watkins, also wrote the screenplay.

Description: While not strictly about tourists, this film follows a group of college students who go to a remote cabin for a weekend getaway, only to become part of a larger, sinister experiment. The theme of isolation and unexpected horror fits the list.

Fact: The film was co-written by Joss Whedon, known for "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" and "The Avengers."

Description: A father and son, both coroners, perform an autopsy on an unidentified woman, only to uncover supernatural horrors. While not about tourists, the theme of uncovering unknown horrors in a professional setting resonates with the list's theme.

Fact: The film was shot in a real morgue, adding to its chilling authenticity. The director, André Øvredal, is known for his work in horror, including "Trollhunter."