in Brazil · Northeast

Salvador

The Afro-Brazilian soul of the country, where pastel colonial streets pulse with capoeira, drums and beach life.

Notable spots

Pelourinho
History
A UNESCO-listed colonial quarter of cobbles and candy-coloured facades.
Elevador Lacerda
Landmark
An art-deco lift linking the upper and lower city since 1873.
São Francisco Church
Landmark
Porto da Barra Beach
Beach

Best months: Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov and Dec

👕 Salvador in Oct: Short sleeves, plus a light layer for air-conditioned interiors.

Photo: Historic Center of Salvador — Paul R. Burley (CC BY-SA 4.0) · Wikimedia