São Cristóvão Travel Guide

Salvador

São Cristóvão
Photo by Francisco Guardia
Photo by Francisco Guardia

Popular places to visit

Farol da Barra Beach which includes general coastal views, night scenes and a sunset

Farol da Barra Beach

4/5(1 review)

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

Farol da Barra Beach
Praia do Forte Beach

Praia do Forte Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Praia do Forte Beach during your travels in Mata de São João? While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

Praia do Forte Beach
Salvador showing tropical scenes, general coastal views and a sandy beach

Flamengo Beach

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

Flamengo Beach
Porto da Barra Beach featuring a coastal town, general coastal views and a sandy beach

Porto da Barra Beach

4/5(1 review)

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.

Porto da Barra Beach
Guarajuba Beach

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.

Guarajuba Beach
Lacerda Elevator

Lacerda Elevator

4/5(2 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Salvador with a visit to Lacerda Elevator. Stroll along the seaside or visit the shops in the area.

Lacerda Elevator

Things to do

Salvador: Morro de São Paulo Island Transfer Service

Salvador: Morro de São Paulo Island Transfer Service

฿1,743
per adult
Salvador: Morro de São Paulo Island Transfer Service
Largo do Pelourinho

3-Hour Private Tour of Salvador Capital Afro-Brazilian

฿3,570
per adult
3-Hour Private Tour of Salvador Capital Afro-Brazilian
Full-Day Beach Hopping Tour from Salvador to Praia do Forte

Full-Day Beach Hopping Tour from Salvador to Praia do Forte

฿5,660
per adult
Full-Day Beach Hopping Tour from Salvador to Praia do Forte
Luxury Salvador City Tour

Salvador Deluxe privat SUV City daytour with exquisit lunch.

฿7,559
per adult
Salvador Deluxe privat SUV City daytour with exquisit lunch.
Private Walking Tour of Salvador

Private Walking Tour of Salvador

฿3,419
per adult
Private Walking Tour of Salvador
From Salvador to Praia do Forte

From Salvador to Praia do Forte Day trip get to know the coconut coast

฿6,039
per adult
From Salvador to Praia do Forte Day trip get to know the coconut coast
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Top hotels in São Cristóvão

Best Western Salvador Hangar Aeroporto

Best Western Salvador Hangar Aeroporto

3 out of 5
Av. Luís Viana Filho, 13145, Salvador, BA
The price is ฿1,402 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
฿1,402
฿1,472 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Salvador. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and valet parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Flamengo Beach and Salvador ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (508 reviews)
"It was a nice hotel in an area that is accessible to the beaches and not to far from the heart of Salvador."

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025

Best Western Salvador Hangar Aeroporto
Wyndham Salvador Hangar Aeroporto

Wyndham Salvador Hangar Aeroporto

3 out of 5
Avenida Luís Viana Filho 13223, Salvador, BA
The price is ฿2,308 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
฿2,308
฿2,424 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Salvador. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (719 reviews)
"All excellent"

Reviewed on 14 Jul 2025

Wyndham Salvador Hangar Aeroporto
Rede Andrade Riviera Premium

Rede Andrade Riviera Premium

3 out of 5
Av. Amaralina, 885, Amaralina, Salvador, BA
The price is ฿674 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
฿674
฿707 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Salvador. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the clean rooms and the overall value ...
7/10 Good! (1,143 reviews)
"Friendly staff, however the building itself felt dated and not particularly clean (we had a number of bugs in our room)."

Reviewed on 5 Jul 2025

Rede Andrade Riviera Premium
Rede Andrade Barra

Rede Andrade Barra

3 out of 5
Avenida Sete De Setembro 3577 - Porto Da, Salvador, BA
The price is ฿1,000 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
฿1,000
฿1,050 total
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Salvador. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the clean rooms and the overall value ...
6.8/10 (1,591 reviews)
Buy mattress sheets!!
"Great hotel. Right at beach front and restaurants and shops and very safe. The room was clean and house keeping was very accessible and helpful. However you should really, really, really invest on purchasing mattress sheets with the elastic bands the grab the mattress. What is up with using regular ..."

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2025

Rede Andrade Barra
Sotero Hotel

Sotero Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Rua Dr. José Peroba 97 - Stiep, Salvador, Bahia
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿2,189 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
฿2,189
฿2,574 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Salvador. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,007 reviews)
"Friendly staff"

Reviewed on 5 Aug 2025

Sotero Hotel
Rede Andrade Express

Rede Andrade Express

3.5 out of 5
Rua Conde da Castanheira, 269, Amaralina, Salvador, BA
The price is ฿674 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
฿674
฿707 total
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Salvador. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the overall value in their reviews. Popular ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,013 reviews)
"An average place to stay for a night or two"

Reviewed on 17 Dec 2024

Rede Andrade Express
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Other neighbourhoods around São Cristóvão

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Stella Maris

Beaches and restaurants are notable features of Stella Maris. You might consider stopping by Stella Maris Beach while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Stella Maris
Salvador which includes a sandy beach and tropical scenes

Stella Maris

If you're spending some time in Stella Maris, Stella Maris Beach and Flamengo Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Stella Maris
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Itapuã

5/5(1 area review)

Unique features of Itapuã include the beaches and gardens. Make a stop by Itapuã Beach or Stella Maris Beach while you're exploring the area.

Itapuã
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Vilas do Atlantico

You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Vilas do Atlantico. You might want to make time for a stop at Vilas do Atlantico Beach or Villas Boulevard Shopping Mall.

Vilas do Atlantico
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Imbui

While there might not be top attractions in Imbui, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Salvador Shopping Mall and Administrative Center of Bahia.

Imbui
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Boca do Rio

Travellers like the beaches in Boca do Rio, and Boca do Rio Beach is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Boca do Rio

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