Hidden gems in Salvador

Explore Salvador’s diverse coastline and history through these local landmarks. The 17th-century Santo Antonio da Barra Fort houses a nautical museum, while the Hill of Christ provides panoramic Atlantic views from its monument-topped peak. Beyond the city center, Frades Island sits within the Bay of All Saints as a preserved ecological site. The city’s beaches range from the surf-friendly waves of Amaralina to the coconut-lined sands of Patamares and the traditional fishing cove of Mariquita in the Rio Vermelho district.