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Salvador
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Salvador

Afro-Brazilian capital of capoeira and Carnival

🗓️ Best time: November–March💰 Mid-Range · ~$80/day📍 Brazil
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About Salvador

Brazil's first capital — a UNESCO Pelourinho district of pastel colonial mansions, the spiritual home of capoeira and candomblé, and one of the world's wildest Carnival experiences.

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⭐ Things to do in Salvador

Pelourinho old townElevador LacerdaMercado ModeloIgreja de São Francisco gold churchPraia do ForteItacaré beach (4hr drive)Bonfim Church wishing ribbonsRio Vermelho dinner scene

🍽️ Where to eat in Salvador

Real, top-rated restaurants — tap to see hours, reviews and menus.

Sal e Brasa Churrascaria
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Sal e Brasa Churrascaria
★ 4 (21) · Steakhouses · Buffets
 Restaurante Paraíso Tropical
$$$
Restaurante Paraíso Tropical
★ 4.6 (18) · Brazilian · Seafood
 Orgânico Alimentos Saudáveis
$$
Orgânico Alimentos Saudáveis
★ 4.6 (17) · Organic Stores · Vegetarian
 Maria Mata Mouro
$$$
Maria Mata Mouro
★ 4.3 (16) · Brazilian · Seafood
 Donana
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Donana
★ 4.3 (16) · Desserts · Seafood
 A Porteira Restaurante
$$$
A Porteira Restaurante
★ 4 (13) · Desserts · Brazilian
 Rango Vegan
$
Rango Vegan
★ 4.7 (12) · Vegan · Vegetarian
 Espaço Cultural D'Venetta
$$
Espaço Cultural D'Venetta
★ 4.4 (12) · Bars · Music Venues
 Amado
$$$$
Amado
★ 3.9 (12) · Brazilian · Seafood
 Beach Stop
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Beach Stop
★ 4 (12) · Bars · Brazilian Empanadas
 Cafélier
Cafélier
★ 4.5 (11) · Cafes
 Cuco Bistrô
$$$
Cuco Bistrô
★ 4.5 (10) · Spanish · Brazilian

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✈️ Know before you go

🚕 Getting around

Walk Pelourinho carefully; rideshare for distance.

💡 Local tip

Visit during Carnival but plan accommodation 1+ year ahead.

🛡️ Safety

Tourist zones are generally safe but petty crime common — never flash valuables.

🌙 Nightlife

Pelourinho live drums every night; Olodum Tuesdays are iconic.

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