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Things to see in Salvador, Bahia (Brazil): 34 places and when to go

Salvador, Bahia is a major city in Brazil with around 3,484,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 34 places in and around it, mainly Beaches (10), History (8), Nature (5). The best known are Bay of All Saints, Historic Center of Salvador and Elevador Lacerda. The best time to come is December to February and June to September; also possible: March to May and October to November. In December there are 12 h 46 of daylight, and in June, 11 h 14. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.

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In a nutshell

Where
Brazil · -12.968, -38.4819
Population
About 3,484,000
Places
34 places on this site, in the town and around it.
What people come for
Beaches (10) · History (8) · Nature (5) · Temples (5) · Food and drink (3) · Wildlife (2)
Best time
December to February and June to September.
Also possible
March to May and October to November.
Nearest airport
SSA Salvador, 19 km as the crow flies

What to see in Salvador, Bahia

The places in and around Salvador, Bahia, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.

And the other 10, by what you come to do:

When to go to Salvador, Bahia

The best time to visit Salvador, Bahia is December to February and June to September; also possible: March to May and October to November. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.

  1. JanBest time12:41
  2. FebBest time12:25
  3. MarPossible12:05
  4. AprPossible11:43
  5. MayPossible11:24
  6. JunBest time11:14
  7. JulBest time11:18
  8. AugBest time11:34
  9. SepBest time11:56
  10. OctPossible12:18
  11. NovPossible12:37
  12. DecBest time12:46

Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight

In December there are 12 h 46 of daylight, and in June, 11 h 14. In January, 34 of the 34 places are at their best.

When to go to Brazil in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.

Getting to Salvador, Bahia

The nearest main airport is Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhães International Airport (SSA, Salvador), 19 km as the crow flies. How to get around Brazil (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.

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Other towns nearby

And all of Brazil, in its country guide.

Frequently asked questions

What is there to see in Salvador, Bahia?

The best known: Bay of All Saints, Historic Center of Salvador, Elevador Lacerda, Church of Nosso Senhor do Bonfim, Salvador, Barra Lighthouse. In all, 34 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.

When is the best time to visit Salvador, Bahia?

December to February and June to September; also possible: March to May and October to November. In December there are 12 h 46 of daylight, and in June, 11 h 14.

How do you get to Salvador, Bahia?

The nearest main airport is Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhães International Airport (SSA), 19 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.

How do I add it to my trip?

Create a trip with Salvador, Bahia as the destination and these 34 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.

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