Salvador da Bahia City Tour Brazil PT with Pelourinho
by Citytoursalvadorba
Overview
This city tour in Salvador da Bahia lasts about 4 to 6 hours and includes private transport with air conditioning. The company provides pickup and drop-off at your hotel or another agreed location. The tour is conducted in Portuguese and is designed for those who want a personalized visit with friends or family. Throughout the tour, the guide offers photography assistance. Stops include Farol da Barra, where you can visit the Bahia nautical museum or take photos; Dique de Tororo with an option to photograph the orixás; and the Basilica Do Senhor Do Bonfim, which is the most popular church in Bahia. You will also visit the Sister Dulce memorial to learn about Brazil's first saint. Other highlights are the Itaipava Arena Fonte Nova with an optional photo stop, and the Elevator Lacerda, known as the world’s first urban elevator. The tour spends ample time in Pelourinho, Salvador’s historic center, including Largo do Pelourinho and Praça da Sé (Terreiro de Jesus) for short walks and photo opportunities. The route also passes through Praça Thomé de Souza and the Governor’s residence at Palácio Rio Branco. Additionally, you visit the Igreja e Convento de São Francisco to see the Ouro Church, recognized as the 7th Portuguese wonder in the world. Entrance fees to museums and churches are not included in the price.
Highlights
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Itinerary
Farol da Barra
Stop for about 30 minutes to visit the Bahia nautical museum or take photos of the lighthouse area.
30 min
Dique de Tororo
Optional stop for photos with the orixás statues near the lake.
Basilica Do Senhor Do Bonfim
Spend 60 minutes visiting the most popular church in Bahia, known for its religious significance.
60 min
Sister Dulce memorial
Stop for 30 minutes to learn the story of Sister Dulce, the first Saint of Brazil.
30 min
Itaipava Arena Fonte Nova
Optional photo stop at the football stadium, available upon request to the guide.
Elevator Lacerda
Climb the world's first urban elevator during a 10-minute stop.
10 min
Pelourinho
Spend about 2 hours exploring the historic center of Salvador, including streets, shops, and architecture.
120 min
Praca da Se
Walk for 10 minutes around Praça Terreiro de Jesus, a central square in the historic area.
10 min
Praca Thome de Souza
Drive through this important square in Salvador.
Palacio Rio Branco
Pass by the Governor’s residence, an important historic building.
Largo do Pelourinho
Stop for 20 minutes at the final part of Pelourinho, a key area in Salvador’s historic district.
20 min
Salvador
Return to the agreed location such as the hotel, restaurant, or other preferred place.
Igreja e Convento de Sao Francisco
Visit the Ouro Church for 20 minutes, recognized as the 7th Portuguese wonder in the world.
20 min
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Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
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