Basilic Cathedral Tours and Activities
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Popular places to visit
Nossa Senhora de Conceicao da Praia Church
This sea-facing church erected in the 1700s has an austere exterior and a richly decorated interior. It’s also the host of a lively annual festival.
Lacerda Elevator
You can find out about the history of Salvador with a visit to Lacerda Elevator. Stroll along the seaside or visit the shops in the area.
Mercado Modelo
Browse hundreds of handicraft and souvenir stalls and then have lunch with impressive views over the Port of Salvador at this century-old marketplace.
São Francisco Church and Convent of Salvador
With gold leaf artwork and decorative azulejo tile murals, the lavishness of this church-convent complex’s décor is in stark contrast to the humbleness of the saint to which the church is dedicated.
Terreiro de Jesus
Capoeira dancers amaze passersby and artisans hawk souvenirs at this handsome central square where colonial mansions sit next to centuries-old churches.
Ruy Barbosa House
You can enjoy some culture when you stop by Ruy Barbosa House in Salvador. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in the area.