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One day: Santo Antônio + Pelourinho

A slower one-day route through Santo Antônio Além do Carmo and the northern edge of Pelourinho.

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Aerial panorama of Salvador from Farol da Barra, with the lighthouse in the foreground, the Atlantic coast and the city skyline stretching inland.
Salvador seen from Farol da Barra, where the Atlantic coastline opens onto the city.

This itinerary suits people who prefer to see fewer places but actually inhabit them for a few hours. Santo Antônio naturally extends Pelourinho northwards, with a more residential atmosphere, colonial houses, ateliers, cafés and views over the bay.

  1. All day

    Along the ridge

    • Walk from Largo do Pelourinho north into Santo Antônio.
    • Forte de Santo Antônio Além do Carmo and the viewpoints over the bay.
    • Lunch in a converted colonial house.
    • Afternoon in the galleries and craft studios.
    • Dinner and quiet drinks on the same street.

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The facade of the Monastery of Sao Bento in Salvador, framed by mature trees.
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