Barra Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Farol da Barra Beach
Swim in refreshing water, visit an historic lighthouse, try water sports and admire the magnificent sunsets at this popular urban beach.
Porto da Barra Beach
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.
Barra Shopping Mall
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Barra Shopping Mall during your visit to Salvador. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Portuguese Hospital of Bahia
If Portuguese Hospital of Bahia is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Salvador.
Hill of Christ
Explore the great outdoors at Hill of Christ, a lovely green space in Salvador. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Forte de Santo Antonio da Barra
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Forte de Santo Antonio da Barra during your travels in Salvador. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Activities
Schooner Island Tour - Dos Frades & Itaparica
Historical City Tour of Pelourinho
Our pick of the best Barra Hotel Deals
Rede Andrade Barra
Overall is good, but the hotel needs some updates. They should put more elevators since is a big hotel, There is no parking available You can park at the street which during the day could be a pain in the ass. But overall breakfast was good
Reviewed on 26 Sept 2025
Vila Gale Salvador
Beautiful place, clean friendly!!! Outstanding
Reviewed on 18 Sept 2025
Monte Pascoal Praia Hotel
Room with a gorgeous view! Staff amazing! Everybody treat us like family! Big hugs to Sr Jorge! The breakfast delicious and a lot of options! They accommodate all our needs! Swimming pool super warm we could enjoy even in a rainy day! We will definitely go back!
Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026
Grande Hotel da Barra
Buen hotel, buena ubicación frente a la playa, personal muy amable, habitación cómoda, desayuno bueno, el área de la piscina muy agradable, la piscina muy buena y grande. Por la ubicación frente a la playa es un poco ruidoso, no estaría mal reforzar la insonorización, especialmente las habitaciones ...
Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026
Pousada Marcos
If you have lived in Brazil this place will be great. If you haven't you might want to stay away. This place has the best location right on the beach. Just beware that the street lights don't turn off at night and people are up late and then others are up really early and aren't quiet. The AC worked ...
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2025
The Hotel
El hotel es correcto, la atención fue excelente, el desayuno está bien, hay que ajustar algunos detalles de mantenimiento.
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Barra
Graça
If you're spending some time in Graça, Museu de Arte da Bahia and Circuito de Cinema - Sala de Arte are top sights worth seeing.
Ondina
Ondina is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Ondina Beach and Salvador Zoo.
Salvador Centro
If you're spending some time in Salvador Centro, Castro Alves Square and Lacerda Elevator are top sights worth seeing.
Rio Vermelho
Unique features of Rio Vermelho include the beaches and restaurants. Make a stop by Paciencia Beach or Rio Vermelho Beach while you're exploring the area.
Brotas
Travellers like the parks in Brotas, and Dique do Tororo is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Pelourinho
Unique features of Pelourinho include the historical sites and bars. Make a stop by Largo do Pelourinho or São Francisco Church and Convent of Salvador while you're exploring the area.
