5 Tage in Salvador
Pelourinho Historic Center und Lacerda Elevator an Tag 1, Bonfim Church und Farol da Barra Beach an Tag 2 und Mercado Modelo und São Francisco Church an Tag 3. Die übrigen 2 Tage bringen einen Ausflug nach Praia do Forte und Barra. Übernachte in Pelourinho (Centro Histórico), dem Viertel am nächsten an den Stationen des Plans.
Kostet etwa 555 € pro Person in der Mittelklasse oder 230 € mit kleinem Budget.
Tag 1: Pelourinho Historic Center und Lacerda Elevator
The historic heart and soul of Salvador, a UNESCO site bursting with colorful colonial architecture, lively plazas, and constant cultural performances.
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Pelourinho Historic Center
By day it's a museum-like open-air gallery; by night, the squares fill with music and dining.
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Street Food & Snacks
Acarajé comes with a spicy paste (vatapá), shrimp, and salad. Specify 'sem pimenta' if you don't want it spicy.
Wohin: Acarajé da Dinha (Rio Vermelho), Acarajé da Cira (Rio Vermelho), Bolinhos de estudante (fried dough) from market stalls
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Lacerda Elevator
In Pelourinho.
Abends
Solar do Unhão & Museu de Arte Moderna (MAM)
A beautiful 17th-century sugar plantation complex on the bay, now home to the Museum of Modern Art and a renowned sunset samba session.
Tag 2: Bonfim Church und Farol da Barra Beach
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Bonfim Church
Visit the Bonfim Church on a Thursday to see the Lavagem do Bonfim washing ritual or on Sunday for mass with live music.
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Traditional Bahian
Moqueca is meant to be shared. Order it for two with a side of pirão (manioc flour gravy) and rice.
Wohin: Casa de Tereza (Rio Vermelho) for moqueca, Restaurante do SENAC (Pelourinho) for a buffet of local classics, Paraíso Tropical (Lauro de Freitas)
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Farol da Barra Beach
Abends
Igreja e Convento de Santa Teresa
A serene, less-visited 17th-century convent in the historic center with a beautiful cloister and a small sacred art museum.
Tag 3: Mercado Modelo und São Francisco Church
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Mercado Modelo
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Seafood
The 'barracas' on Rio Vermelho beach are perfect for a casual sunset dinner of grilled fish and cold beer.
Wohin: Barraca do Loro (Rio Vermelho beach kiosk), Soho (Porto da Barra for upscale seafood), Restaurante Amado (Comércio)
Nachmittags
São Francisco Church
In Pelourinho.
Abends
Dique do Tororó
A large, scenic artificial lake surrounded by parks and featuring giant sculptures of Orixás (Candomblé deities) standing in the water.
Tag 4: Ausflug nach Praia do Forte
80 km north, 1.5 hours by car or bus.
A charming, eco-friendly beach village known for its sea turtle conservation project (TAMAR), pristine beaches, and a picturesque ruined castle. It's a perfect escape from the city bustle.
Höhepunkte: Projeto TAMAR Sea Turtle Sanctuary, Castle Garcia d'Ávila ruins, Sauipe Beach, Village shops and restaurants
Tag 5: Barra und Forte de Santo Antônio da Barra
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Barra
A vibrant, upscale coastal neighborhood centered around the iconic Farol da Barra lighthouse and fortress. It's a hub for beach life, sunset watching, trendy bars, and the starting point for the famous Carnival circuit.
Außerdem hier: Farol da Barra Lighthouse & Fort, Porto da Barra Beach, Museu Náutico da Bahia, Barra's Carnival Circuit
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Forte de Santo Antônio da Barra (Nautical Museum)
Brazil's oldest fortress, located at the tip of the Barra neighborhood, housing the Nautical Museum of Bahia.
Abends
Ladeira da Misericórdia & Elevador Taboão
A steep, picturesque street and a little-known public elevator connecting the upper city (Pelourinho area) to the lower commercial district.
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Vom Flughafen
From Deputado Luís Eduardo Magalhães International Airport (SSA) to the city center (e.g., Barra): The official airport taxi (Coometas) costs a fixed R$120-150 to Barra. The more affordable option is the Executive Aeroporto bus (R$18), which runs to Praça da Sé in the historic center. Ride-hailing apps (Uber/99) are also available and cost around R$70-90.
Unterwegs in der Stadt
The historic Pelourinho district is very walkable but hilly with cobblestones. Other neighborhoods like Barra and Rio Vermelho are also pedestrian-friendly in their cores, but distances between neighborhoods require transport.
Tipps von Einheimischen
- Wear comfortable, closed-toe shoes for Pelourinho's steep, uneven cobblestone streets—heels are a recipe for disaster.
- For the best acarajé, look for the baianas (women in traditional white dresses) with long lines of locals, like Dinha or Cira in Rio Vermelho.
- Carry small bills (R$10, R$20) as many small vendors, taxi drivers, and market stalls struggle with change for larger notes.