Day-by-day plans for 3, 5, and 7 days — organised to make the most of your time.
A balanced first visit covering the Pelourinho's history, Bahian food culture, and the city's best beaches.
Settle in and spend the afternoon exploring the Pelourinho on foot — Church of São Francisco, Praça Terreiro de Jesus, and the painted colonial streets. Evening: catch a live capoeira circle in one of the main squares.
Morning market visit and hands-on cooking class covering moqueca and acarajé. Afternoon free to explore Salvador's museums or rest before an evening out in Rio Vermelho.
A relaxed day at Porto da Barra beach, with a stop at the 17th-century Forte de Santo Antônio. Sunset from the fort walls is one of Salvador's best free experiences.
A final morning for any Pelourinho shops or churches you missed, before transferring to the airport for departure.