Rio Vermelho Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Rio Vermelho
Photo by ANA LUCIA BERTOLANI
Photo by ANA LUCIA BERTOLANI
Photo by Simon Thorp
Photo by Simon Thorp
Photo by Fernando Ramos
Photo by Fernando Ramos
Photo by Paul Burley
Photo by Paul Burley

Popular places to visit

Rio Vermelho Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Rio Vermelho Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Salvador. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Rio Vermelho Beach

Paciencia Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Paciencia Beach during your travels in Salvador? Stroll along the area's seaside or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Paciencia Beach

Buracao Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Buracao Beach during your travels in Salvador? Stroll along the area's seaside or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Buracao Beach

House of Rio Vermelho

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in House of Rio Vermelho during your travels in Salvador. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

House of Rio Vermelho

Praia da Mariquita

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Praia da Mariquita during your trip to Salvador? Wander the beaches and seaside in the area.

Praia da Mariquita

Prainha da Fonte do Boi

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Prainha da Fonte do Boi during your trip to Salvador? Wander the beaches and seaside in the area.

Prainha da Fonte do Boi

Activities

Afro-Brazilian Roots city Tour in Salvador with lunch at Favela

Afro-Brazilian Roots city Tour in Salvador with lunch at Favela

AU$382
per adult
Afro-Brazilian Roots city Tour in Salvador with lunch at Favela
Afro-Brazilian Roots Private City Tour in Salvador"

Afro-Brazilian Roots Private City Tour in Salvador

AU$308
per adult
Afro-Brazilian Roots Private City Tour in Salvador
Historic City Tour - Half Day in Salvador

Historic City Tour - Half Day in Salvador

AU$27
per adult
Historic City Tour - Half Day in Salvador
Salvador: Morro de São Paulo Island Transfer Service

Salvador: Morro de São Paulo Island Transfer Service

AU$81
per adult
Salvador: Morro de São Paulo Island Transfer Service
Aerial view of Salvador, Brazil

Historic City Tour

AU$32
per adult
Historic City Tour
Salvador: 4-Hour Candomblé Mysteries Tour

Salvador: 4-Hour Candomblé Mysteries Tour

AU$280
per adult
Salvador: 4-Hour Candomblé Mysteries Tour
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Our pick of the best Rio Vermelho Hotel Deals

Rede Andrade Ondina Hotel
Rede Andrade Ondina Hotel
3 out of 5
Avenida Oceanica, 3033, Salvador, BA
The price is AU$32 per night from 22 Apr to 23 Apr
AU$32
includes taxes & fees
22 Apr - 23 Apr
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Salvador. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
6.6/10 (549 reviews)
"Great"

Reviewed on 6 Mar. 2025

Rede Andrade Ondina Hotel
Rede Andrade Mar Hotel
Rede Andrade Mar Hotel
3 out of 5
Praia da Paciencia, 419, Rio Vermelho, Salvador, BA
The price is AU$48 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
AU$48
includes taxes & fees
21 Apr - 22 Apr
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Salvador. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
7/10 Good! (798 reviews)
"Excelente"

Reviewed on 5 Feb. 2025

Rede Andrade Mar Hotel
Novotel Salvador Rio Vermelho
Novotel Salvador Rio Vermelho
4 out of 5
Rua Monte Conselho, 505, Rio Vermelho, Salvador, BA
The price is AU$110 per night from 11 May to 12 May
AU$110
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Salvador. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (371 reviews)
"Great pool and breakfast. The party at the ocean view does go late (3pm) but we slept through it. Location was fun. Paid parking at about $5 a day valet. Vent in bathroom smelled of sewer which was gross. Maybe the trap dried out again and again. Overall great though."

Reviewed on 25 Dec. 2024

Novotel Salvador Rio Vermelho
Mercure Salvador Rio Vermelho Hotel
Mercure Salvador Rio Vermelho Hotel
3.5 out of 5
Rua Fonte Do Boi 215 Rio Vermelho, Salvador, BA
The price is AU$129 per night from 10 May to 11 May
AU$129
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Salvador. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (999 reviews)
"A experiência foi maravilhosa. Localização, acomadações e serviços muito bons. Os funcionários super atenciosos. Pretendo voltar em breve."

Reviewed on 18 Mar. 2025

Mercure Salvador Rio Vermelho Hotel
Ibis Salvador Rio Vermelho
Ibis Salvador Rio Vermelho
3 out of 5
Rua Fonte Do Boi 215, Salvador, BA
The price is AU$66 per night from 4 May to 5 May
AU$66
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Salvador. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Farol da Barra Beach and Salvador ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (999 reviews)
"The whole property needs a lot of deep, serious maintenance."

Reviewed on 10 Jun. 2024

Ibis Salvador Rio Vermelho
Hotel Catharina Paraguaçu
Hotel Catharina Paraguaçu
3 out of 5
Rua Joao Gomes 128, Rio Vermelho, Salvador, BA
The price is AU$117 per night from 4 May to 5 May
AU$117
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Salvador. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Farol da Barra Beach and Porto da Barra Beach ...
9/10 Wonderful! (271 reviews)
"Beautiful colonial hotel. Excellent breakbast and rooms (with patios and garden). The staff was was always nice, and helping us. The neighbourhood is safe, with a lot of options. Paciencia beach very near. Excellent!"

Reviewed on 3 Nov. 2024

Hotel Catharina Paraguaçu
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Other neighbourhoods around Rio Vermelho

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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
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Amaralina

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

Amaralina
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Brotas

Travellers like the parks in Brotas, and Dique do Tororo is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Brotas
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Graça

If you're spending some time in Graça, Circuito de Cinema - Sala de Arte and Carlos Costa Pinto Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Graça
Farol da Barra Beach which includes general coastal views, a coastal town and a sunset

Barra

Barra is popular for its beaches, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Barra Shopping Mall or Farol da Barra Beach.

Barra
Fonte Nova Stadium featuring a lake or waterhole, a statue or sculpture and a garden

Nazaré

You'll enjoy the beaches and churches in Nazaré. You might want to make time for a stop at Arena Fonte Nova or Dique do Tororo.

Nazaré

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