Things to do in Salvador

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Top 10 things to do in Salvador

1.Pelourinho - Historic Center of Salvador
Colonial heart of Salvador featuring cobblestone streets, colorful houses, and baroque churches. UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1985.
Free
2.Igreja de São Francisco - Golden Baroque Church
An 18th-century baroque masterpiece with an interior completely covered in gold leaf. One of Brazil's most beautiful churches.
≈ 8 €
3.Salvador Basilica Cathedral
Brazil's oldest cathedral (1672) featuring a richly decorated Baroque interior with gilded altarpieces and colonial paintings.
Free
4.Capoeira Show at Pelourinho
Live capoeira demonstration featuring this Afro-Brazilian martial art that blends dance, music, and combat. Daily performances in the heart of Pelourinho.
≈ 15 €
5.Terreiro de Jesus - Historic Square and Archaeological Museum
A grand plaza in Pelourinho lined with a cathedral and museum. The cultural heart where colonial history blends with local life.
≈ 8 €
6.Farol da Barra - Lighthouse and Maritime Museum
A striking 16th-century white and blue lighthouse overlooking Todos os Santos Bay. Explore the maritime museum and enjoy panoramic ocean views.
≈ 6 €
7.Mercado Modelo - Traditional Craft Market
Colorful 17th-century market selling local crafts, spices, traditional clothing, and Bahian souvenirs.
Free
8.Salvador Beaches - Barra and Porto da Barra
Protected urban beaches in Todos os Santos Bay. Warm waters, white sand, and traditional beachfront restaurants.
Free
9.Museum of Sacred Art of Bahia
Major collection of colonial religious art: sculptures, paintings, and gilded liturgical objects from the 16th to 18th centuries.
≈ 10 €
10.Acarajé at Barra Beach - Bahian Street Food
Taste crispy acarajés prepared fresh by traditional beach vendors at Barra Beach. These black-eyed pea fritters are served with spicy sauce and shrimp.
≈ 3 €