Barra
Salvador





Popular places to visit

Farol da Barra Beach
Swim in refreshing water, visit an historic lighthouse, try water sports and admire the magnificent sunsets at this popular urban beach.

Porto da Barra Beach
Soak up the year-round sun, marvel at glorious sunsets, people watch and visit ancient landmarks at this busy city beach, which overlooks the Bay of All Saints.

Palacete Das Artes Rodin Bahia
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Palacete Das Artes Rodin Bahia during your travels in Salvador. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Barra Shopping Mall
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Barra Shopping Mall during your visit to Salvador. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Portuguese Hospital of Bahia
If Portuguese Hospital of Bahia is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Salvador.
Forte de Santo Antonio da Barra
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Forte de Santo Antonio da Barra during your travels in Salvador. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Things to do

Private Full-Day Tour - Salvador's Lower & Upper City

Salvador Showcase: A Complete City Adventure

City Tour in Salvador Discover the first capital of Brazil

Salvador Upper City tour - discover the World Heritage Site of Salvador.
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Other neighbourhoods around Barra

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.

Nazaré
You'll enjoy the beaches and churches in Nazaré. You might want to make time for a stop at Arena Fonte Nova or Dique do Tororo.

Salvador Centro
If you're spending some time in Salvador Centro, Castro Alves Square and Lacerda Elevator are top sights worth seeing.

Brotas
Travellers like the parks in Brotas, and Dique do Tororo is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Pelourinho
Unique features of Pelourinho include the historical sites and bars. Make a stop by Cathedral of Salvador or São Francisco Church and Convent of Salvador while you're exploring the area.