Bonfim Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Church of Nosso Senhor do Bonfim
Discover curious Brazilian traditions and experience colorful religious celebrations at this famous church set on a hilltop in the Bonfim neighborhood.
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.
Praia do Forte Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Praia do Forte Beach during your travels in Mata de São João? While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.
Flamengo Beach
Visit this idyllic sun-soaked coastline to swim in pristine waters, spot tropical sea life and explore a nearby ecological reserve.
Guarajuba Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Guarajuba Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Camaçari.
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.
Activities
Schooner Island Tour - Dos Frades & Itaparica
Historical City Tour of Pelourinho
Our pick of the best Bonfim Hotel Deals
Best Western Salvador Hangar Aeroporto
The bathroom sink was clogged.
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026
Rede Concept Hotel Salvador
Gym is broken. Don’t book for gym. Pool is nice. Rooms are good.
Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025
Casa na Ilha - 100 metros da Praia
Ibis Budget Salvador
It was a great stay, just to consider that is a budget hotel so facilities might be a bit smaller than usuall, other than that, totally recommend for a few nights in the city.
Reviewed on 31 Oct 2025
Sotero Hotel
Nice staff, comfortable beds
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
Wyndham Salvador Hangar Aeroporto
Room was clean, air conditioning worked great and overall comfortable experience.
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Bonfim
Pelourinho
Unique features of Pelourinho include the historical sites and bars. Make a stop by Cathedral of Salvador or São Francisco Church and Convent of Salvador while you're exploring the area.
Salvador Centro
If you're spending some time in Salvador Centro, Castro Alves Square and Lacerda Elevator are top sights worth seeing.
Brotas
Travellers like the parks in Brotas, and Dique do Tororo is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Graça
If you're spending some time in Graça, Circuito de Cinema - Sala de Arte and Carlos Costa Pinto Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Caminho das Arvores
Caminho das Arvores is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Shopping da Bahia and Salvador Shopping Mall.
Barra
Barra is popular for its beaches, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Farol da Barra Beach or Barra Shopping Mall.
