7-Day Adventure in Salvador: A Journey through Culture and Nature

Christyan River

3 Nov 2023

Embark on a thrilling 7-day itinerary to Salvador, BA, Brazil, and immerse yourself in the vibrant culture and breathtaking natural beauty of this coastal city. From exploring historic landmarks to indulging in delicious local cuisine, this itinerary is designed to create unforgettable memories for solo travelers.

Trip to Salvador

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

$49

$ 12

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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7 - 10 min

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TAMAR Marine Turtle Praia do Forte Project

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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17 - 21 min

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Historic 17th-century castle featuring picturesque grounds, a cafe & views of the ocean.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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80 - 96 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$24

7 - 10 min

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Historic red-&-white-striped lighthouse on the beach, popular with photographers & sunset viewers.

2:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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50 - 60 min

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Urban zoo featuring 1500+ animals, mostly Brazilian species, including some that are endangered.

3:30 PM - 6:30 PM

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34 - 41 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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12 - 17 min

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8:30 PM - 9:30 PM

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Day 2

$44

$ 6

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$12

15 - 22 min

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9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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22 - 27 min

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This large park with lush vegetation features trails, sports fields, playgrounds & an amphitheater.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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25 - 30 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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4 - 5 min

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This scenic bayside beach with calm water is a busy destination for swimming & sunbathing.

3:30 PM - 6:30 PM

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1 - 2 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$15

9 - 14 min

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Barra Lighthouse - Santo Antônio da Barra Fort

Scenic views draw visitors to this lighthouse originally built at Santo António Fort in the 1690s.

8:30 PM - 9:30 PM

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Day 3

$61

$ 12

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$15

12 - 17 min

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9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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74 - 89 min

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Popular, palm-lined beach with water sports, rentable chairs & umbrellas & cafes.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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53 - 64 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$21

7 - 10 min

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Art museum combining a 1912 mansion, a modern wing, a garden with works by Rodin & an open-air cafe.

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

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8 - 10 min

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Grassy, oceanside knoll featuring a prominent statue of Jesus Christ, along with sweeping views.

5:30 PM - 6:30 PM

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7 - 9 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$15

9 - 14 min

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Historic lighthouse & museum featuring nautical exhibits & artifacts found under water.

8:30 PM - 10:00 PM

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Day 4

$67

$ 9

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$15

10 - 15 min

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9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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42 - 51 min

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Former home of writers Jorge Amado & Zélia Gattai featuring exhibits related to their lives & work.

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

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19 - 23 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$18

4 - 6 min

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Waterside building housing a leading collection of international contemporary art.

2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

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9 - 11 min

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Historic art deco elevator with scenic views, connecting the upper & lower parts of Salvador.

4:30 PM - 5:00 PM

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6 - 9 min

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5:30 PM - 7:00 PM

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4 - 6 min

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7:30 PM - 9:00 PM

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$15

4 - 5 min

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Center dedicated to famed Brazilian writer Jorge Armado, with an artsy cafe, exhibits & a bookstore.

9:00 PM - 10:30 PM

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Day 5

$63

$ 15

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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19 - 23 min

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Known as the second largest urban park in Brazil, this vast area features forest & oceanside dunes.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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53 - 64 min

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This 16th-century hexagon-shaped fortress with an Italian-inspired design overlooks Salvador's port.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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21 - 26 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$21

2 - 3 min

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This Mannerist-style cathedral built in the 17th century features baroque altars & paintings.

2:30 PM - 3:15 PM

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13 - 20 min

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Popular market featuring 250+ shops selling a variety of arts, crafts & souvenirs, plus restaurants.

3:45 PM - 5:15 PM

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3 - 4 min

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House and Chapel of the Former Quinta do Unhão

Known for its sunset views, this former sugar mill offers a restaurant & modern art exhibits.

5:45 PM - 6:45 PM

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8 - 10 min

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O melhor da culinária gourmet japonesa com todo o charme e conforto de um café. O cantinho mais gostoso da Graça.

7:15 PM - 8:45 PM

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$24

16 - 23 min

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Genteel palace-turned-museum featuring historical paintings & sculptures, plus cultural events.

8:45 PM - 10:15 PM

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Day 6

$85

$ 6

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$15

16 - 24 min

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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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33 - 40 min

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Stately 18th-century church located on a hill & known for its Hall of Miracles & body part replicas.

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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20 - 24 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$30

4 - 5 min

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Church of Our Lady of the Rosary of the Black People

18th-century Catholic church with neoclassical altars built by a brotherhood of enslaved Africans.

3:30 PM - 4:15 PM

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6 - 9 min

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18th-century Catholic church with elaborate exterior carvings & ornate interior.

4:45 PM - 6:15 PM

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17 - 26 min

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6:45 PM - 8:15 PM

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$30

7 - 10 min

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Large 17th-century church with opulent baroque architecture & an illusionistic ceiling painting.

8:15 PM - 9:00 PM

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Day 7

$66

$ 9

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$21

18 - 22 min

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9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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13 - 16 min

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11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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49 - 59 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$30

8 - 11 min

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Urban green space offering walking trails, pedal boating on a lake, outdoor sculptures & more.

3:30 PM - 6:30 PM

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9 - 14 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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Budget breakdown: $498 In total

Activities & Food:$432

Transport:$67