Panoramic Salvador Half Day City Tour

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Panoramic view of lower city of Salvador — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

The Lacerda Elevator — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

You'll be captivated by Salvador's extraordinary architectural heritage and history on this half day guided city tour. Salvador da Bahia, known as the "Happy City", is considered the cultural capital of Brazil. From religion to sports, this family friendly sightseeing tour has something for everyone!

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At a glance

Duration: 4 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 40 people
People per booking: 1–9
Guide: Portuguese, Spanish
Operated by: Gray Line Brazil

Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Children (3–10 years) · Adults (11–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Professional guide
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
Included: Hotel pickup and drop off to most hotels in Salvador

Not included

Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Food and drinks
Not included: Lacerda Elevator Entrance Fee (Make Sure to Bring Brazilian Money Coins)
Not included: Entrance fees to museums, churches or any other attractions.

Itinerary

Elevator Lacerda

10 min Admission not included

After hotel pick ups, we will start the tour through the Lacerda Elevator , a public urban elevator with 72 metres connecting the lower city to the upper city. You will get amazing views of the city!
Mercado Modelo

30 min

Modelo Market, a popular market featuring more than two hundred shops selling a variety of arts, crafts & souvenirs, plus restaurants. We will stop for shopping for around 30 minutes.
Basilica Do Senhor Do Bonfim

30 min

Then we will go to the Church of Nosso Senhor do Bonfim (Our Lord of Bonfim, Most Devoted Saint of Bahia), where you can take the opportunity to tie your ribbons with 03 wishes and make your prayers.
Stop 4

30 min

We will meet the new Orla da Ribeira and you will have the option to try the eccentric flavors of the famous Ribeira Ice Cream (not included). Have you ever tried tapioca ice cream?
Forte de Nossa Senhora de Monte Serrat

10 min

Visit the Mont Serrat Fort (Important 17th Century building) where we will have one of the most beautiful views of the city of Salvador.
Dique de Tororo

Passing by

Continue to the Dyke of Tororó with 08 sculptures of the most important Orixás of the African Religion, the work of Baiano Artist Tati Moreno.
Itaipava Arena Fonte Nova

Passing by

At last you will get a panoramic view of the modern Fonte Nova Soccer Arena.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Rede Andrade Express
Salvador Business & Flat
Salvador Mar Hotel

Roundtrip Transfer to Most Hotels in Salvador. Please be at the hotel lobby 10 minutes before the pick up time.

Using your ticket

Please contact Gray Line Brazil at 55 (21) 3586-8687 or 55 (21) 99777‑5888 to confirm your tour at least 48 hours prior to the activity time. Please have your voucher in hand to present to the guide upon boarding. Office working hours: from 7am to 9pm (local time) daily.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The specific departure time for this tour will be determined upon reconfirmation.
Light clothes and comfortable shoes are recommended
Entrance fees are approximated and subject to change without notice
Visit to churches and museums are optional and therefore not included. Ask your guide for more information.

Options

Spanish speaking guide

Spanish speaking: Tour led by a Spanish speaking guide

Pickup included
Portuguese speaking guide

Portuguese speaking: Tour led by a Portuguese speaking guide

Pickup included