Barra Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Farol da Barra Beach which includes general coastal views, a sunset and a coastal town
Farol da Barra Beach which includes general coastal views, a coastal town and a beach
Porto da Barra Beach featuring a beach, general coastal views and a coastal town
Porto da Barra Beach which includes a sandy beach, general coastal views and a coastal town
Farol da Barra Beach which includes outdoor art as well as a small group of people

Popular places to visit

Farol da Barra Beach showing a lighthouse, a sunset and night scenes

Farol da Barra Beach

Swim in refreshing water, visit an historic lighthouse, try water sports and admire the magnificent sunsets at this popular urban beach.

Farol da Barra Beach
Porto da Barra Beach showing a beach, a coastal town and general coastal views

Porto da Barra Beach

Soak up the year-round sun, marvel at glorious sunsets, people watch and visit ancient landmarks at this busy city beach, which overlooks the Bay of All Saints.

Porto da Barra Beach
Palacete Das Artes Rodin Bahia

Palacete Das Artes Rodin Bahia

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Palacete Das Artes Rodin Bahia during your travels in Salvador. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Palacete Das Artes Rodin Bahia

Barra Shopping Mall

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Barra Shopping Mall during your visit to Salvador. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Barra Shopping Mall

Hill of Christ

Explore the great outdoors at Hill of Christ, a lovely green space in Salvador. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Hill of Christ

Portuguese Hospital of Bahia

If Portuguese Hospital of Bahia is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Salvador.

Portuguese Hospital of Bahia

Activities

Historic City Tour - Half Day in Salvador

Historic City Tour - Half Day in Salvador

AU$24
per adult
Historic City Tour - Half Day in Salvador
SÃO FRANCISCO

Salvador da Bahia City Tour

AU$77
per adult
Salvador da Bahia City Tour
Full day Tour - Salvador's Lower & Upper City

Private Full-Day Tour - Salvador's Lower & Upper City

AU$306
per adult
Private Full-Day Tour - Salvador's Lower & Upper City
Bonfim's Church

City Tour in Salvador Discover the first capital of Brazil

AU$461
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
City Tour in Salvador Discover the first capital of Brazil
Historic Center of Salvador

Private Salvador City Tour - Driving & Walking

AU$209
per adult
Private Salvador City Tour - Driving & Walking
History Time!

Private Bike Tour Circuit Along the Beach

AU$226
per adult
Private Bike Tour Circuit Along the Beach
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Our pick of the best Barra Hotel Deals

Rede Andrade Barra
Rede Andrade Barra
3 out of 5
Avenida Sete De Setembro 3577 - Porto Da, Salvador, BA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$84 per night from 30 Dec to 31 Dec
AU$84
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Salvador. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the clean rooms and the overall value ...
6.8/10 (1,152 reviews)
"This is a LGBT hotel should be advised on Expedia I am not homosexual bisexual or similar this is a lesbian and gay hotel . With a90 percent of guy couples"

Reviewed on 17 Nov. 2024

Rede Andrade Barra
Vila Gale Salvador
Vila Gale Salvador
4.5 out of 5
Rua Morro do Escravo Miguel 320, Ondina, Salvador, BA
The price is AU$153 per night from 27 Jan to 28 Jan
AU$153
includes taxes & fees
27 Jan - 28 Jan 2025
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Salvador. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Excellent from staff to facilities! Vitoria the reception manager was wonderful!"

Reviewed on 13 Dec. 2024

Vila Gale Salvador
Monte Pascoal Praia Hotel
Monte Pascoal Praia Hotel
4 out of 5
Av. Oceânica, 591, Salvador, BA
The price is AU$240 per night from 20 Jan to 21 Jan
AU$240
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan 2025
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Salvador. Enjoy a beach locale, 24-hour room service, and a health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (598 reviews)
"Well located hotel"

Reviewed on 12 Sep. 2024

Monte Pascoal Praia Hotel
Porto Salvador Hotel
Porto Salvador Hotel
2 out of 5
Rua Barão de Itapoan, 60, Salvador, BA
The price is AU$95 per night from 29 Dec to 30 Dec
AU$95
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
Stay at this hotel in Salvador. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Porto da Barra Beach and Farol da Barra ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (191 reviews)
"Hope to have a better bed. Very important detail."

Reviewed on 10 Mar. 2024

Porto Salvador Hotel
Grande Hotel da Barra
Grande Hotel da Barra
3.5 out of 5
Rua Forte Sao Diogo, n2, Porto da Barra, Salvador, BA
The price is AU$158 per night from 26 Jan to 27 Jan
AU$158
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan 2025
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Salvador. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions Porto da Barra Beach and ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (419 reviews)
"This was the best location for my introduction to Salvador de Bahia, Brasil."

Reviewed on 10 Dec. 2024

Grande Hotel da Barra
Hit Hotel
Hit Hotel
3 out of 5
Av. Sete de Setembro, 3691, Salvador, BA
The price is AU$118 per night from 20 Jan to 21 Jan
AU$118
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan 2025
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Salvador. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Porto da Barra Beach and Farol ...
8/10 Very Good! (433 reviews)
"Very gentle staff, great location, very good breakfast. Bathroom and bed needs refresher"

Reviewed on 17 May 2024

Hit Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Barra

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Ondina

Ondina is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Ondina Beach and Salvador Zoo.

Ondina
Salvador featuring heritage architecture, street scenes and night scenes

Salvador Centro

If you're spending some time in Salvador Centro, Nossa Senhora de Conceicao da Praia Church and Castro Alves Square are top sights worth seeing.

Salvador Centro
Pelourinho which includes a square or plaza, street scenes and a church or cathedral

Pelourinho

Unique features of Pelourinho include the historical sites and bars. Make a stop by São Francisco Church and Convent of Salvador or Fundacao Casa de Jorge Amado while you're exploring the area.

Pelourinho
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Rio Vermelho

Unique features of Rio Vermelho include the beaches and restaurants. Make a stop by Paciencia Beach or Rio Vermelho Beach while you're exploring the area.

Rio Vermelho
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Amaralina

You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Amaralina. You might want to make time for a stop at Amaralina Beach or Pituba Beach.

Amaralina
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Pituba

You'll enjoy the beaches and parks in Pituba. You might want to make time for a stop at Pituba Beach or Vila Jardim dos Namorados.

Pituba

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