City: State of Bahia
Top Things to do in State of Bahia
Top Hotels in State of Bahia
- 1. Gran Hotel Stella Maris Urban Resort & Conventions
- 2. Hotel Deville Prime Salvador
- 3. Ibis Salvador Aeroporto Hangar
- 4. Hotel Bahia Do Sol
- 5. Wish Hotel da Bahia
- 6. Hotel Solar do Imperador
- 7. Novotel Salvador Hangar Aeroporto Hotel
- 8. Ibis Salvador Rio Vermelho
- 9. Hit Hotel
- 10. Vila Gale Salvador
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10 Budget-friendly Things to do in State of Bahia That You Shouldn't Miss
Bahia (locally [baˈi.ɐ]) is one of the 26 states of Brazil and is located in the northeastern part of the country on the Atlantic coast. It is the 4th-largest Brazilian state by population (after São Paulo, Minas Gerais, and Rio de Janeiro) and the 5th-largest by area. Bahia's capital is the city of Salvador (formerly known as "Cidade do São Salvador da Bahia de Todos os Santos", lit. "City of Holy Saviour of All Saints Bay"), located on a spit of land separating the Bay of All Saints from the Atlantic. Once a monarchial stronghold dominated by agricultural, slaving, and ranching interests, Bahia is now a major manufacturing center whose last three elections have been dominated by the Workers' Party.
Restaurants in State of Bahia
1. Casa do Rio Vermelho
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1,209 reviews
Reviewed By MelBr75 - Curitiba, Brazil
This used to be the house of Jorge Amado and Zelia Gatai, both great and world known writers. It’s very well preserved and it’s collection is beautifully displayed. It’s a must see!
2. Praia do Porto da Barra
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3,990 reviews
Porto da Barra is one of the few points of land in Brazil that face west over the Atlantic Ocean (due to its unique geography near the entrance to the Bay of All Saints). Because of this, Porto da Barra Sundown Show features sunsets which are both spectacularly beautiful and endearing because of the way people (visitors and local residents alike) applaud, cheer, whistle and sing while the sun sets over the sea. Porto da Barra Sundown Show also features various styles of live music at world-famous Hot Dougie's Rendezvous on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. The water at Porto da Barra Beach is quite calm and perfect for swimming, paddle boarding, kayaking, ad and other water sports. Even on days when other beaches in Salvador are empty, there is typically a good crowd at Porto da Barra Beach. Porto da Barra also features Portuguese forts (recently renovated as multimedia museums) dating back to the 17th century and number of good restaurants, bars, shops including used book and record stores, and a State of Bahia agency which promotes the production and sale of quality hand-made artisan products, and others.
Reviewed By chelslynne - Pensacola, United States
I stayed in barra two nights and was happy I did. Sunsets are fantastic and there are lots of dining options. Take a coconut down to the beach and enjoy the soft ocean waves.
3. Sao Francisco Church and Convent
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 6,242 reviews
One of the most spectacular churches in the world, this famous church is richly adorned inside with gold, silver and precious stones and has ceiling art that has been compared to that of the Sistine Chapel.
Reviewed By MelBr75 - Curitiba, Brazil
It’s a world heritage by UNESCO. It’s an important colonial period church. It’s interior is very beautiful and full of details. Exuberant inner decoration, mostly executed in the first half of the 18th century. All surfaces inside - walls, pillars, vaults and ceilings - are covered by golden sculpted gilt woodwork and paintings.
4. Boipeba
5. Projeto Tamar
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 7,965 reviews
Reviewed By T4089TCtomm
It was a wonderful day culminating in the release back to the ocean of two sea turtles. Educational displays and exhibits are exceptionally well done and the music and activities for children were terrific. It is well worth spending a day. We were at the site in Florianopolis and the staff and facilities were great.
6. Itaipava Arena Fonte Nova
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3,646 reviews
7. Igreja de Nosso Senhor do Bonfim
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 9,420 reviews
Reviewed By midwaytoheaven - Midway, United States
We lucked out to be able to visit here on Carnival while there was a church Mass being performed. This is the most famous church in Salvador and was built back in 1754. In English, it is know as "Church of Our Lord of Bonfim". It is well worth coming and seeing the inside and outside of this church. It is located an the top of Montserrat Hill. Many tours come here as well as port taxis. BOTTOM LINE: When you arrive you will see an amazing sight of tens of thousands of multi-colored "wish" ribbons tied to every part of the decorative iron fencing surrounding the Cathedral. You can purchase these ribbons from one of the street stand vendors. Legend has it that if you come here and either tie the ribbon around your wrist or onto the church fence, when it falls off your "wish" will come true. No sure if that works since we did not have that much time to verify it! A lovely church with an interior of many gold gilded accents, altar and amazing inside details. You'll love seeing this special Cathedral. MY RATING: 10/10
8. Praia Farol da Barra
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 7,720 reviews
Reviewed By MelBr75 - Curitiba, Brazil
The Farol da Barra Beach is located right next to Farol da Barra, a must-visit lighthouse and tourist attraction in Salvador. Beautiful beach.
9. Flamengo Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3,267 reviews
Beach in Salvador da Bahia.
Reviewed By 4Charlito - New York City, United States
Flamengo Beach is about a 40 minute drive from Barra . It is a wide, sunny beach with a large restaurant (Barraca de Pipa) with beach access and showers. They also offer beach service( chairs, umbrellas, food and drinks) and the waves are not big or overpowering.
10. Jeribucacu Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,827 reviews
Reviewed By Rudolf3071 - Rotterdam, The Netherlands
One of the most beautiful beaches in the area, however as the other beautiful beaches in the area it is difficult to get there; walking a 2 km muddy foothpad going down from a 100 m height (great views) and when you go back up again!
