3-Hour Pelourinho Walking Tour in Salvador with Historic Churches

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Explore Pelourinho's vibrant colonial streets and squares
• 02 Visit the Cathedral, one of Salvador's most important churches
• 03 See the Saint Francis of Assisi Church at Cruzeiro de São Francisco Square
• 04 Discover landmarks such as Lacerda Elevator, Rio Branco Palace, and City Hall
• 05 Experience Salvador's African influence through its music, gastronomy, and religious mix
• 06 Stroll through alleys and streets while trying tasty food along the way
• 07 Visit the Church of Our Lady of Rosary in Pelourinho Square

The Portuguese colonial architecture, with its houses painted in vibrant colours, the secular churches and public buildings in the squares, cobblestone-paved narrow streets, and the fascinating African influence in the music, gastronomy, and religious mix take us back more than 300 years, to when Salvador was built as the first capital of Brazil. During this three-hour tour, the guide takes you on an adventure to discover the charm of Bahian people as you admire some of Pelourinho's extraordinary treasures and surprising secrets, including its museums, art galleries, handicraft stores, restaurants, and bars.

We will meet at Castro Alves Square to start our journey through the historical centre at a slow pace, exploring the local culture and learning about Brazilian and local history.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access Yes

Languages English, Portuguese, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Walking Through the Historic Heart of Pelourinho

• We will meet at Castro Alves Square to start our journey through the historical centre at a slow pace, exploring the local culture and learning about Brazilian and local history.
• The itinerary passes through the different squares of Pelourinho, and you will visit São Francisco and the Cathedral, two of the most important churches in Salvador.
• We will explore alleys and streets and try tasty food along the way.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• English-speaking tour guide service

What's Not Included

• Transportation
• Food and drinks
• Personal expenses
• Tickets to churches

What to bring

• Sun protection and a hat
• Good, comfortable walking shoes
• A camera or phone for pictures

Know before you go

• You need to be able to walk, but don't worry - we will go at a slow pace and stop often.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Castro Alves Square, Salvador, BA, Brasil

Tour start

Salvador, BA, Brasil

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.