Salvador Lower City Tour: Experience The Coastal Beauty and Culture of Salvador
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Experience the coastal beauty and vibrant culture of Salvador on the Lower City Tour. Explore the bustling São Joaquim market, visit historic neighborhoods, and witness the syncretism between Catholicism and Candomblé at the famous church of Nosso Senhor do Bonfim. End your day at the romantic Fort of Monte Serrat and Ponta de Humaitá, where you can catch breathtaking sunsets.
Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Basilica Do Senhor Do Bonfim - You visit the famous church of Nosso Senhor do Bonfim, an important place for pilgrimage where you can feel the devotion of the humble local people and experience the syncretism between Catholicism and Candomblé, the African religion, still lives strongly.
  • Forte de Nossa Senhora de Monte Serrat - You visit the surroundings of the impressive Fort of Monte Serrat with an astonishing panoramic view on the “skyline” the city of Salvador, the Ponta do Humaitá and the whole Bay of All Saints.
  • Sao Joaquim market - You can visit the biggest and swarming open market of the city where the locals go to buy their food, like veggies, fruits, meat and fish, over kitchen appliances but also all you need to organize your Candomblé ceremony.
  • Dique de Tororo - You visit this urban lake with its giant statues of African gods or Orixás and a magnificent view on the majestic and modern sport stadium.
  • Rua Pôrto dos Tainheiros - You will have a beautiful view to the Bay of Itapagipe with several little boat marinas, typical “communities” on the opposite side and the completely restored mansion Amado Bahia in British colonial style.
  • Ponta do Humaitá - From this point on the Peninsula of Itapagipe you will have marvelous views to the Bay of All Saints and some of it’s most important islands and also see one of the oldest churches of Brazil of Our lady of Monte Serrat. This is one of the best spots in town for a romantic sunset!
What's Included
  • Private transportation
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
What's Not Included
  • Snacks
  • Bottled water
  • Tea and coffee
  • Carbonated beverages
  • Alcoholic Beverages
  • Entrance fees for museums or parks.
Additional Information

On this tour, you will get a different view of the Salvador by visiting its Lower City and the peninsula of Itapagipe. It’s completely surrounded by the calm waters of the bay, an oasis of peace at only 8 km from the busy harbor area and my favorite part of the city where I lived for more than 20 years.
I recommend a visit to the biggest and swarming open market of the city, called São Joaquim to dive into the daily live and habits of the locals and discover some secrets of the Candomblé, the African religion.
We visit neighborhoods like Ribeira, with fantastic views on the Bay of All Saints and its small marinas and the possibility to taste the best ice cream of the city!
Then the famous church of Nosso Senhor do Bonfim, a unique place for pilgrimage where you can still feel the syncretism between Catholicism and Candomblé.
Finally the Fort of Monte Serrat and Ponta de Humaitá, the most romantic spot in Salvador with the possibility to see one of the most wonderful sunsets of Brazil!

Location
Largo Terreiro de Jesus
In front of the bar and restaurant, Cantina da Lua.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Rogerior806
Oct 15, 2023
Thanks 👌!! - Interesting itinerary, avoiding the trivial. The guide is very competent, showing safety. Places worth visiting.
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268klausd
Mar 13, 2022
Lower city Salvador - Had a private tour through Salvador. Excellent guide, gave abundant information, was very knowledgeable and gave deep insight. A unique experience to explore this cultural city.
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