Salvador Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A plaza with palm trees, a historic building with a dome, and people sitting at tables.
A cobblestone street lined with colorful buildings, a man sitting on a step, and a sign for 'Casa da Gamba' restaurant.
A coastal cityscape with a prominent bridge, marina, and historic buildings.
A historic church with two bell towers and a central facade.
A coastal cityscape at dusk with a marina filled with boats, historic buildings, and a prominent market building labeled 'Mercado Modelo'.

Where to stay in Salvador

Find the best Salvador areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Jauá

Though Jauá may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Jaua Beach and Busca Vida Beach.

A coastal promenade with a historic lighthouse and a stone building.

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.

A beach with a building, boats, and a rocky shoreline.

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.

A beach with palm trees, beach chairs, umbrellas, and the ocean.

Ondina

Ondina is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Ondina Beach and Salvador Zoo.

A coastal landscape with a lighthouse, beach, rocky shoreline, and residential area.

Itapuã

Beaches and gardens are highlights of Itapuã. Make a stop by Itapuã Beach or Stella Maris Beach while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Mussurunga Station to get around town.

Best Western Salvador Hangar Aeroporto

Best Western Salvador Hangar Aeroporto

3 out of 5
Av. Luís Viana Filho, 13145 Salvador BA
The price is 1.078.087 ₫ per night from 23 Oct to 24 Oct
1.078.087 ₫
1.131.991 ₫ total
23 Oct - 24 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Salvador. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and valet parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Salvador Norte Shopping and Abaete ...
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Wyndham Salvador Hangar Aeroporto

Wyndham Salvador Hangar Aeroporto

3 out of 5
Avenida Luís Viana Filho 13223 Salvador BA
The price is 2.110.813 ₫ per night from 23 Oct to 24 Oct
2.110.813 ₫
2.216.341 ₫ total
23 Oct - 24 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Salvador. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Wyndham Salvador Hangar Aeroporto
Rede Concept Hotel Salvador

Rede Concept Hotel Salvador

3.5 out of 5
1207 Rua Doutor Augusto Lopes, Stiep Salvador BA
The price is 839.958 ₫ per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
839.958 ₫
881.956 ₫ total
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Salvador. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Farol da Barra Beach and Armação Beach are located ...
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Iguatemi Business by Avectur

Iguatemi Business by Avectur

3.5 out of 5
Rua da Alfazema, 761 Salvador BA
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Salvador. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Farol da Barra Beach and ...
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Salvador Business by Avectur

Salvador Business by Avectur

3.5 out of 5
Rua Alceu Amoroso Lima 440 Salvador BA
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Salvador. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Farol da Barra Beach and Porto ...
Salvador Business by Avectur
Guarajuba Suites Premium Boutique Hotel

Guarajuba Suites Premium Boutique Hotel

4 out of 5
Avenida Humaitá, S/N, Guarajuba Camaçari BA
Stay at this aparthotel in Camaçari. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and on-site spa services. Popular attractions Guarajuba Beach and Praia do Forte Beach are ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (45 reviews)
"I book this hotel because it has 2 bedrooms and I have a very light sleep so I did not want to sleep with my boyfriend - do not judge! The rooms are not double glazed and therefore you can hear everything from the main road. I could not sleep well. There was also some machinery behind the wall on ..."

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Stay near popular Salvador attractions

A historic fort with a lighthouse, surrounded by a grassy hill and a beach.

Farol da Barra Beach

9.0/10 (511 reviews)
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.
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Cities near Salvador

A beach with clear blue water, sandy shore, and palm trees.

Lauro de Freitas

An aerial view of a coastal town with a beach, houses, and a hilly landscape in the background.

Saubara

A beach with several boats, including a green and white boat with 'ITAIPAVA' written on it, anchored near the shore.

Salinas da Margarida

A sunset over a beach with waves and a distant pier.

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