Salvador da Bahia Historic Centre & Barra Lighthouse Tour

Did you know that the first capital city of Brazil was actually Salvador da Bahia? Discover the beautiful monuments and buildings on this tour of its historic centre and the enchanting Barra Lighthouse.

Salvador da Bahia Historic Centre & Barra Lighthouse Tour

Between 6:30 and 8:00 am, we'll pick you up from your hotel in central Salvador da Bahia. At 9 am, we'll start the tour of the historic centre, showcasing a city rich in cultural diversity.

Our first stop will be at the iconic lighthouse in the Barra neighbourhood, famous as a historic site where the city's independence was declared.

Next, we'll visit Pelourinho, historically an upper-class residential area that became a hub for artistic expression after the abolition of slavery.

While in the historic centre, we'll see the Praça da Sé and the architectural ensemble of Terreiro de Jesus, established by the Jesuits. We'll also visit the Church of São Pedro dos Clérigos and the Church of São Domingos Gusmão, learning about their historic and cultural importance in Salvador da Bahia.

At 1 pm, we'll return to your hotel and conclude the tour.

Order of the itinerary

Please bear in mind that the order of the visits may change at the guide's discretion.

Private tour of Salvador da Bahia

If you'd prefer to discover the capital of Bahia with an exclusive guide, you can book a private tour of Salvador.