Excursion Historical salvador tour at Salvador

Experience some of the many faces of Salvador de Bahia during a picturesque, half-day sightseeing excursion to this historic city.

Salvador, Barra Lighthouse, Suburbs, Municipal Square, Pelourinho Quarter

Depart the pier via coach for the scenic, approximately 30-minute drive to the Farol da Barra (Barra Lighthouse), one of the city's most famous landmarks. Built in 1536, it was the first fortification in the country and remains amongst the most popular destinations in Salvador. After a photo stop here, re-board your coach for a leisurely drive through the residential suburbs of Barra, Vitoria, and Campo Grande en route to the Municipal Square, gateway to Salvador's historical quarter, the famed Pelourinho.

Cross Monument, Terreiro de Jesus Square, City Cathedral, Coconut Water, Free Time

Upon arrival, walk to the Cross Monument and make a stop at the Baianas Memorial Gallery, a part of the great efforts by black women to preserve the cultural origins of Candomblé; past Sé Square en route to Terreiro de Jesus Square.

Visit the City Cathedral, one of the most important sacred buildings in Colonial Brazil, and admire the most important collections of Brazilian sacred art of the late XVI century.

Afterward, a refreshment stop is made for a coconut water, the iconic drink of Bahia, followed by some free time for shopping and exploring at your leisure.

Narrow, Cobbled Streets, Colourful, Colonial Townhouses, Pelourinho Largo

Your guided stroll continues through the historical quarter, along narrow, cobbled streets lined with colonial townhouses painted in pastel shades. Your final stop is at Pelourinho Largo, the heart of the Old Town and a historic site where enslaved Africans were once publicly punished. In recent history, it gained additional fame as the location where Michael Jackson filmed his music video for 'They Don’t Care About Us.' The site is a symbol of the Black movement in Brazil and is Salvador’s most iconic postcard view.

Afterward, return to the coach on foot and enjoy the short drive back to the pier.

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion include: Salvador, Barra Lighthouse, Municipal Square, Pelourinho Quarter & Largo, Cross Monument, Terreiro de Jesus Square, Colonial Townhouses

Note

Please note: This tour involves a moderate amount of walking for approximately 0.56 miles (about 0.9 kilometres), at times over uneven and cobblestone surfaces and inclines, with a few steps to negotiate to get on/off the coach and at the sites visited. Walking in Salvador is at the discretion of each guest. This tour is not suitable for guests with limited mobility and guests who utilise a wheelchair. Guests are advised to wear lightweight, comfortable clothing with flat, closed-toe walking shoes, and bring sun protection, bottled water, and US Dollars, local currency, or credit cards for purchases from the ship. Guests must be at least five years old to participate on this tour; minors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian over 18 years old. Guests must be at least 18 years old to be served alcoholic beverages. Operation of this tour is subject to weather conditions. The tour sequence may vary. Space on this tour is very limited; we suggest you book in advance to avoid disappointment.