Pelourinho

Located in the Pelourinho, this museum exhibits an extensive and valuable collection of sacred Catholic art.

Built in 1743, this prominent street monument features an oratory pillar topped with an iron cross in the Santo Antônio Além do Carmo district.

This massive 17th-century colonial fortress was strategically constructed with thick stone walls to protect Salvador's northern landward access.

Founded in 1910, this nationally recognized Candomblé terreiro is one of the most historically significant Afro-Brazilian religious centers in the country.

Set prominently on a slope overlooking the bay, this 18th-century Catholic church features a striking rococo facade and intricate neoclassical altars.

This historic colonial church is renowned for its spectacularly intricate, hand-carved stone facade created in the Portuguese baroque style.

This maritime museum exhibits the sailboat Três Marias, which the Ukrainian-Brazilian sailor Aleixo Belov used to circumnavigate the globe three times.

Known locally as Praça da Mãozinha, this urban park near the port area features a striking monument depicting an outstretched hand.

Set within a beautifully restored colonial building, this gallery space highlights contemporary regional artworks in the heart of the historic district.

This bronze public monument pays tribute to Edgard Santos, the visionary educator and doctor who founded the Federal University of Bahia.

Calling itself the "School of Unlearning," this alternative arts space hosts unconventional workshops and critical thinking seminars in the historic center.

Occupying a colorful colonial house, this spirited venue blends a bohemian bar atmosphere with live local music and rotating art exhibitions.

Administered by the State University of Bahia, this intimate stage serves as an important platform for student productions and community theatre.