São Cristóvão Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit São Cristóvão
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.
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.
Salvador Shopping Mall
During your visit to Salvador, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Salvador Shopping Mall. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Activities
Salvador: Morro de São Paulo Island Transfer Service
Schooner Trip Only Ilha dos Frades, Leaving Salvador-Bahia.
4h Cooking Class in Salvador with 9 Recipes & Bottomless Drinks
Cooking class in Salvador, an authentic dinning experience
Our pick of the best São Cristóvão Hotel Deals
Best Western Salvador Hangar Aeroporto
The bathroom sink was clogged.
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026
Wyndham Salvador Hangar Aeroporto
Room was clean, air conditioning worked great and overall comfortable experience.
Reviewed on 23 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
Rede Andrade Riviera Premium
Friendly staff, however the building itself felt dated and not particularly clean (we had a number of bugs in our room).
Reviewed on 5 July 2025
Sotero Hotel
Nice staff, comfortable beds
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
Novotel Salvador Rio Vermelho
Beautiful clean room and hotel. Nice staff, pool , great food.
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around São Cristóvão
Flamengo
Unique features of Flamengo include the beaches and restaurants. Make a stop by Flamengo Beach or Stella Maris Beach while you're exploring the area.
Stella Maris
Beaches and restaurants are notable features of Stella Maris. You might consider stopping by Stella Maris Beach while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Stella Maris
If you're spending some time in Stella Maris, Stella Maris Beach and Flamengo Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Itapuã
Unique features of Itapuã include the beaches and gardens. Make a stop by Itapuã Beach or Stella Maris Beach while you're exploring the area.
Vilas do Atlantico
You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Vilas do Atlantico. You might want to make time for a stop at Vilas do Atlantico Beach or Buraquinho Beach.
Boca do Rio
Travellers like the beaches in Boca do Rio, and Boca do Rio Beach is a top attraction you might want to visit.
