Salvador Centro
Salvador
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Popular places to visit
Lacerda Elevator
You can find out about the history of Salvador with a visit to Lacerda Elevator. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in the area.
Mercado Modelo
Browse hundreds of handicraft and souvenir stalls and then have lunch with impressive views over the Port of Salvador at this century-old marketplace.
São Francisco Church and Convent of Salvador
With gold leaf artwork and decorative azulejo tile murals, the lavishness of this church-convent complex’s décor is in stark contrast to the humbleness of the saint to which the church is dedicated.
Terreiro de Jesus
Capoeira dancers amaze passersby and artisans hawk souvenirs at this handsome central square where colonial mansions sit next to centuries-old churches.
Our lady of the Rosary of Black People
In a city blessed with stunning churches this pretty slave-built church, in the heart of Salvador’s UNESCO-protected Historic Center, is one its most interesting.
Fundacao Casa de Jorge Amado
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Fundacao Casa de Jorge Amado in Salvador. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Things to do
Recôncavo and Cachoeira - the African inland
Private Photographic Tour in Salvador da Bahia
Schooner Trip Only Ilha dos Frades, Leaving Salvador-Bahia.
Ivan Bahia, Chapada Diamantina Canyons 1 day express excursion (from Salvador)
Solar do Unhão Museu de Arte Moderna da Bahia Salvador Tour
Praia do Forte and Guarajuba - Leaving Salvador
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Other neighbourhoods around Salvador Centro
Pelourinho
Unique features of Pelourinho include the historical sites and bars. Make a stop by São Francisco Church and Convent of Salvador or Fundacao Casa de Jorge Amado while you're exploring the area.
Graça
If you're spending some time in Graça, Circuito de Cinema - Sala de Arte and Carlos Costa Pinto Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Barra
Barra is popular for its beaches, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Barra Shopping Mall or Farol da Barra Beach.
Ondina
Ondina is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Ondina Beach and Salvador Zoo.
Cabula
Travellers like the parks in Cabula, and Parque da Cidade is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Rio Vermelho
Unique features of Rio Vermelho include the beaches and restaurants. Make a stop by Paciencia Beach or Rio Vermelho Beach while you're exploring the area.