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Historical City Tour of Pelourinho and Panoramic City Tour
(2) Reviews
Salvador
Important Information
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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The specific departure time for this tour will be determined upon reconfirmation.
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Lacerda Elevator Entrance Fee - BRL 0,15 (Make Sure to Bring Brazilian Money Coins)
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Entrance fees are approximated and subject to change without notice
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Walking on the streets in the Historical District of Salvador feels like being taken back to ancient times in Brazilian history. Visit the first fort that was built at the entrance point of the bay of All Saints to protect the city from an attack.
Then, a stop at the city center is a must for anyone staying in Salvador da Bahia! You'll be captivated by Salvador's extraordinary architectural heritage and history on this half day guided city tour.
Salvador da Bahia, known as the "Happy City", is considered the cultural capital of Brazil. From religion to sports, this family friendly sightseeing tour has something for everyone!
Highlights
9 hours
Offered in Portuguese & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
9 hours
Offered in Portuguese & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Professional guide
Hotel pickup and drop off in most hotels located in Salvador
Air-conditioned vehicle
Food an Drinks
Entrance fees to museums, churches or any other attractions.
Gratuities
Elevator Lacerda
Historical City Tour of Pelourinho and Panoramic City Tour
(2) Reviews
Salvador
About
Walking on the streets in the Historical District of Salvador feels like being taken back to ancient times in Brazilian history. Visit the first fort that was built at the entrance point of the bay of All Saints to protect the city from an attack.
Then, a stop at the city center is a must for anyone staying in Salvador da Bahia! You'll be captivated by Salvador's extraordinary architectural heritage and history on this half day guided city tour.
Salvador da Bahia, known as the "Happy City", is considered the cultural capital of Brazil. From religion to sports, this family friendly sightseeing tour has something for everyone!
Highlights
9 hours
Offered in Portuguese & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
9 hours
Offered in Portuguese & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Professional guide
Hotel pickup and drop off in most hotels located in Salvador
Air-conditioned vehicle
Food an Drinks
Entrance fees to museums, churches or any other attractions.
Gratuities
Elevator Lacerda
Itinerary
1
Santo Antonio da Barra Fort and Nautic Museum of Bahia
After pick up from the hotels, we head to Santo Antonio da Barra Fort, built in 1536 to protect the Bay of All Saints. 162 years later it gained a lighthouse to guide the boats coming to the coast, the "Farol da Barra", which still works to the present day
15 minutes
2
Largo do Campo Grande ( Praca 2 de Julho )
We will pass the Corridor of Vitória, Largo do Campo Grande (one of the circuits of the carnival), and 7 de Setembro Avenue.
3
Pelourinho
From there we will continue our tour to the Pelourinho (Historic Center of Salvador), stopping at Municipal Square which has a panoramic view of the Lower City (Lacerda Elevator, Commerce, Salvador Harbor and Mercado Modelo)
20 minutes
4
Praca da Se
Stop at Sé Square, a place that keeps ruins of the first Basilica of Brazil located next to Salvador's first Archbishop's Palace.
10 minutes
5
Largo do pelourinho
We continue the City Tour towards Largo do Pelourinho, where there is the Rosário dos Pretos Church and the Jorge Amado House Foundation.
10 minutes
6
Igreja e Convento de Sao Francisco
We head to the São Francisco Church and Convent, considered one of the most unique and rich expressions of Brazilian Baroque.
30 minutes
7
Elevator Lacerda
After lunch, we will start the tour through the Lacerda Elevator , a public urban elevator with 72 metres connecting the lower city to the upper city. You will get amazing views of the city!
10 minutes
8
Mercado Modelo
Modelo Market, a popular market featuring more than two hundred shops selling a variety of arts, crafts & souvenirs, plus restaurants. We will stop for shopping for around 30 minutes.
30 minutes
9
Basilica Do Senhor Do Bonfim
Then we will go to the Church of Nosso Senhor do Bonfim (Our Lord of Bonfim, Most Devoted Saint of Bahia), where you can take the opportunity to tie your ribbons with 03 wishes and make your prayers.
30 minutes
10
R. Domingos Abreu Viêira, 20
We will meet the new Orla da Ribeira and you will have the option to try the eccentric flavors of the famous Ribeira Ice Cream (not included). Have you ever tried tapioca ice cream?
30 minutes
11
Forte de Nossa Senhora de Monte Serrat
Visit the Mont Serrat Fort (Important 17th Century building) where we will have one of the most beautiful views of the city of Salvador.
10 minutes
12
Dique de Tororo
Continue to the Dyke of Tororó with 08 sculptures of the most important Orixás of the African Religion, the work of Baiano Artist Tati Moreno.
13
Itaipava Arena Fonte Nova
At last you will get a panoramic view of the modern Fonte Nova Soccer Arena.
