Barra Travel Guide
Salvador
Popular places to visit
Farol da Barra Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Farol da Barra Beach during your travels in Salvador? Stroll along the area's seaside or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Porto da Barra Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Porto da Barra Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Salvador. Stroll along the marina or experience the area's live music.
Praia do Forte Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Praia do Forte Beach during your travels in Mata de São João? While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.
Guarajuba Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Guarajuba Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Camaçari.
Flamengo Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Flamengo Beach during your travels in Salvador? You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.
Salvador Shopping Mall
During your visit to Salvador, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Salvador Shopping Mall. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Top hotels in Barra
Rede Andrade Barra
O hotel é bem básico, mas é estranho pq a estrutura é boa, mas eles falham em coisas muito simples, como toalhas e roupas de cama machadas e baratas no quarto. Esse hotel se vale totalmente da localização privilegiada, mas precisa urgente de renovação.
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Vila Gale Salvador
Monte Pascoal Praia Hotel
Beautiful accommodations, friendly staff, perfect location. Will definitely return
Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026
Grande Hotel da Barra
The staff was friendly. Breakfast was good. Room clean and comfortable. I stayed on the 6th floor. Sea view was very nice.
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Pousada Barra Comfort
A localização é de longe o ponto mais alto. A praia do porto está a uma distância de 50 metros. O pessoal também foi muito educado. O café da manhã, apesar de simples, proprõe tudo que você precisa pra começar bem o dia. Recomendo fortemente.
Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025
Hit Hotel
The best thing about this place is the location: right in front of the beach, a lot of restaurants and bars right down the stairs, close to public transportation, grocery stores and to Shopping Barra. The staff here is phenomenal, very friendly and helpful. Breakfast is good. The rooms and room furniture ...
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Barra
Graça
If you're spending some time in Graça, Museu de Arte da Bahia and Circuito de Cinema - Sala de Arte are top sights worth seeing.
Ondina
Ondina is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Ondina Beach and Salvador Zoo.
Salvador Centro
If you're spending some time in Salvador Centro, Castro Alves Square and Lacerda Elevator are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
Amaralina
You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Amaralina. You might want to make time for a stop at Pituba Beach or Amaralina Beach.
