Salvador Full Day City Tour - a complete day to discover this magic Salvador!
Salvador Full Day City Tour - a complete day to discover this magic Salvador!
The best way to experience the city of Salvador, dive into its history, culture, religiosity, and the habits of the people of Bahia, is to combine the Upper City and Lower City tours into one Full Day tour (see also the descriptions of the Upper and Lower City tours).One of my favorite places in the Upper City is the Pelourinho neighborhood, where besides the beauty of the monuments, squares and colonial houses, you can feel the sympathy, energy and joy of the Soteropoletanos - that's how the locals of Salvador are called - who work and live in this lively neighborhood. Maybe you'll be able to experience some action, like Capoeira dancing or a local drum band performing in the streets.You will have the opportunity to lunch in a cozy, local restaurant and taste one of the delicious regional dishes, such as my favorite, the "moqueca", a stew of fish and or seafood prepared in the African way!This tour offers you an unforgettable experience with satisfaction guaranteed!
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Largo do Farol da Barra S/N0 Barra
From this point at the entrance of the Bay of All Saints you will have astonishing views to Bay and the Ocean and seethe Fort of Saint Anthony with the Lighthouse inside, one of the iconic places of the city.
30 minutesPelourinho
You will visit extensively and by walking this neighborhood full of ancient mansions, churches and cobble stones streets, now protected as an Unesco World Heritage, and get an unforgettable experience discovering this magic city! This is also the recommended place for lunch to try out a delicious local dish in one of the excellent restaurants in this neighborhood.
3 hoursBasilica Do Senhor Do Bonfim
You visit the famous church of Nosso Senhor do Bonfim, an important place for pilgrimage where you can feel the devotion of the humble local people and experience the syncretism between Catholicism and Candomblé, the African religion, still lives strongly.
30 minutesForte de Nossa Senhora de Monte Serrat
You will visit the surroundings of the impressive Fort of Monte Serrat with an astonishing panoramic view on the "skyline" the city of Salvador, the Ponta do Humaitá and the whole Bay of All Saints.
15 minutesDique de Tororo
You will have a magnificent view on this urban lake with giant statues of African Orixás in its waters and the majestic and modern sport stadium on the background.
20 minutesRua Pôrto dos Tainheiros
You will have a beautiful view to the Bay of Itapagipe with several little boat marinas, typical "communities" on the opposite side and the completely restored mansion Amado Bahia in British colonial style.
20 minutesSao Joaquim market
You can visit the biggest and swarming open market of the city where the locals go to buy their food, like veggies, fruits, meat and fish, over kitchen appliances but also all you need to organize your Candomblé ceremony.
30 minutesLargo do Campo Grande ( Praca 2 de Julho )
You will see the biggest and most beautiful square in the old center of Salvador with typical Brazilian trees and the monument for the 2nd of July.
10 minutesPraca Thome de Souza
You will visit this gorgeous square with the old Palace of the Governors, the old City Hall and the Elevator Lacerda, from where you have and astonishing view to the Lower City and the Bay of All Saints.
20 minutesPraca Terreiro de Jesus
You will visit the main square of the Historical Center of Salvador with the Cathedral of Salvador and two more churches, besides it's old mansions in typical Portuguese colonial style.
10 minutesSao Francisco Church and Convent
You can visit one of the most fabulous baroque churches in the world with astonishing interiors carved out in wood and covered by gold leaves and the cloister of the Convent decorated with Portuguese ceramic tile paintings or azulejos! A real jewel!
30 minutesConvento do Carmo Bahia
You will see the ensemble of two churches and convent of the Carmelites in magnificent old colonial Portuguese styles with a possibility to visit the inner court of this fabulous convent.
10 minutesLargo do Pelourinho - Pelourinho
You will visit the most beautiful square in the Historical Center of Salvador surrounded by colorful old mansions in the typical Portuguese colonial style and the Church of Our lady of Rosary and the house of the Foundation of Jorge Amado, cultural ambassador of Bahia and one of the most famous writers of Brazil.
15 minutesPonta do Humaitá
From this point on the Peninsula of Itapagipe you will have marvelous views to the Bay of All Saints and some of it's most important islands and also see one of the oldest churches of Brazil of Our lady of Monte Serrat. This is one of the best spots in town for a romantic sunset!
15 minutesIncluded
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Private transportation
Not Included
- Lunch
- Entance fees for museums etc.
- Snacks
- Bottled water
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Coffee and/or Tea
- Soda/Pop
Good to Know
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infant seats available
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- Face masks required for travelers in public areas
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Social distancing enforced throughout experience
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Tickets & Cancellation
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.