Barris Travel Guide
Salvador
Popular places to visit

Farol da Barra Beach
Swim in refreshing water, visit an historic lighthouse, try water sports and admire the magnificent sunsets at this popular urban beach.

Praia do Forte Beach
Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Praia do Forte Beach, a popular beach in Mata de São João. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

Flamengo Beach
Visit this idyllic sun-soaked coastline to swim in pristine waters, spot tropical sea life and explore a nearby ecological reserve.

Guarajuba Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Guarajuba Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Camaçari.

Porto da Barra Beach
Soak up the year-round sun, marvel at glorious sunsets, people watch and visit ancient landmarks at this busy city beach, which overlooks the Bay of All Saints.

Salvador Shopping Mall
During your visit to Salvador, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Salvador Shopping Mall. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Things to do

Tour Praia do Forte and Guarajuba, Leaving Salvador-Bahia.

Regular Tour to Forte Beach - Leaving Salvador by Bahia Top Turismo
Top hotels in Barris

Hotel da Bahia by Wish
Good service, rooms e other facilities need improvement, breakfast was okay but not great
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026

Best Western Salvador Hangar Aeroporto
The bathroom sink was clogged.
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026

Rede Concept Hotel Salvador
Gym is broken. Don’t book for gym. Pool is nice. Rooms are good.
Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025

Casa na Ilha - 100 metros da Praia

Ibis Budget Salvador
It was a great stay, just to consider that is a budget hotel so facilities might be a bit smaller than usuall, other than that, totally recommend for a few nights in the city.
Reviewed on 31 Oct 2025

Sotero Hotel
Nice staff, comfortable beds
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Barris

Salvador Centro
If you're spending some time in Salvador Centro, Castro Alves Square and Lacerda Elevator are top sights worth seeing.

Graça
If you're spending some time in Graça, Circuito de Cinema - Sala de Arte and Carlos Costa Pinto Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Pelourinho
Unique features of Pelourinho include the historical sites and bars. Make a stop by Cathedral of Salvador or São Francisco Church and Convent of Salvador while you're exploring the area.

Brotas
Travellers like the parks in Brotas, and Dique do Tororo is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Barra
Barra is popular for its beaches, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Farol da Barra Beach or Barra Shopping Mall.

Ondina
Ondina is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Ondina Beach and Salvador Zoo.




