Pelourinho Travel Guide
Salvador
Visit Pelourinho
Popular places to visit
São Francisco Church and Convent of Salvador
Find out about the history of Salvador with a stop at São Francisco Church and Convent of Salvador. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Terreiro de Jesus
You can find out about the history of Salvador with a visit to Terreiro de Jesus. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
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.
Cathedral of Salvador
Find out about the history of Salvador when you spend time at Cathedral of Salvador. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Our lady of the Rosary of Black People
You can find out about the history of Salvador with a trip to Our lady of the Rosary of Black People. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
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.
Top hotels in Pelourinho
Pousada da Mangueira
The staff were highly attentive and knowledgeable with some great recommendations. It was very close to the historic centre (though down and up a steep hill). We really enjoyed our stay here.
Reviewed on 9 Oct 2025
Pousada Solar dos Romanos
Good overall
Reviewed on 24 Aug 2025
POUSADA E HOSTEL CORES DO PELO
Sim estava otimo
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
Rede Concept Hotel Salvador
Gym is broken. Don’t book for gym. Pool is nice. Rooms are good.
Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025
Sotero Hotel
Lovely staff , nice room and a good pool
Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025
Rede Andrade Riviera Premium
Friendly staff, however the building itself felt dated and not particularly clean (we had a number of bugs in our room).
Reviewed on 5 Jul 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Pelourinho
Salvador Centro
If you're spending some time in Salvador Centro, Castro Alves Square and Lacerda Elevator are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Ondina
Ondina is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Ondina Beach and Salvador Zoo.
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.
Rio Vermelho
Unique features of Rio Vermelho include the beaches and restaurants. Make a stop by Paciencia Beach or House of Rio Vermelho while you're exploring the area.
Caminho das Arvores
Caminho das Arvores is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Shopping da Bahia and Salvador Shopping Mall.
