Reviewed on Nov 22, 2025
Reviewed on Sep 6, 2023
Browse hundreds of handicraft and souvenir stalls and then have lunch with impressive views over the Port of Salvador at this century-old marketplace.
You can find out about the history of Salvador with a visit to Lacerda Elevator. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in the area.
Admire the mannerist façade and sacred art that decorates this Jesuit-built church, which dominates the lively Terreiro de Jesus square.
Capoeira dancers amaze passersby and artisans hawk souvenirs at this handsome central square where colonial mansions sit next to centuries-old churches.
In a city blessed with stunning churches this pretty slave-built church, in the heart of Salvador’s UNESCO-protected Historic Center, is one its most interesting.
Learn about the local history of Salvador when you take a trip to Sao Marcelo Fort. Visit the area's shops or amble around its beautiful beaches.
