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- Portuguese
- English
During this private three-hour tour I will take you on an adventure to discover the charm of Salvador and its people, as we admire some of the Old Town's extraordinary treasures and surprising secrets, like its squares, churches, monuments, colonial houses, museums, art galleries, handicraft stores, restaurants and bars.
Salvador has an unique combination of the Portuguese, local Indigenous People and African cultures. We are the result of this great mixture and I feel ready to make your trip the most enjoyable one.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We will meet at the entrance of the Fasano Hotel in Praça Castro Alves in the Old Town.
Itinerary
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During this private three-hour tour I will take you on an adventure to discover the charm of Salvador and its people. Our starting point will be at Castro Alves Square, located at the old main entrace to the Old Town, on the ancient southern edge of the city.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Here we are on the top of the Upper City, where the Portuguese built the first capital of Brazil, similar to an acropolis. From the Municipal Square we will see the Rio Branco Palace, the City Council and the iconic Lacerda Elevator, from where we will enjoy a magnificent view of the bay with its islands, the old financial district and Mercado Modelo, a handicraft market.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
We will pass through the Sé Square, where the first cathedral of Brazil was built and we can still see its ruins.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
The Terreiro de Jesus Square, home of the former Jesuit School and Church were originally built. Nowadays, it's the new Basilica Cathedral.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Cathedral Basilica of Salvador
Now we will visit one of the Brazil's most beautiful churches. The Basilica Cathedral of Salvador is the mother of all Brazilian Catholic churches and houses one of the most important collections of Brazilian sacred art. Admission fee is not included. Please see the price under the what's excluded section.
30 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
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Saint Francis Square is in the hart of the old city, where we find bars, restaurants and handicraft shops.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7
The landmark here is really the world's famous Saint Francis of Assisi Church, a true baroque gem. It is a must-seeing place! The admission fee is not included. Please see the price under the What's excluded field.
30 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
8
This is one of the most beautiful squares of Salvador, where the Jorge Amado Foundation and the Church of Rosary of the Black Men are located.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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