Areia Branca Travel Guide
Salvador
Visit Areia Branca
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.
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.
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.
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.
Flamengo Beach
Visit this idyllic sun-soaked coastline to swim in pristine waters, spot tropical sea life and explore a nearby ecological reserve.
Things to do
Praia Do Forte & Guarajuba Beach Day Trip
Tour Praia do Forte and Guarajuba, Leaving Salvador-Bahia.
From Salvador: Tour to Praia do Forte and Guarajuba
Tour Ilha dos Frades and Itaparica by Salvador Receptivo
Cultural Night Experience Capoeira, Samba and Drumming
Top hotels in Areia Branca
Sotero Hotel
Rede Andrade Express
An average place to stay for a night or two
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2024
Rede Andrade Riviera Premium
There was little to no cleaning of the room from staff, the power went out with no way for us to get into our room and the night staff member didnt have our keycard eventhough we left it with the day staff. Eventhough he did a good job managing things, he was on his own dealing with the majority. ...
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
Rede Andrade Barra
It was very close to the beach and restaurant. The breakfast was good and the hot water from the shower was excellent. My only concern was the TV and Internet wasn't working well.
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Gran Hotel Stella Maris Urban Resort & Conventions
Facility is big but nicely laid out, clean room and great staff. Swimming pool water temperature got very high, they really should invest in water cooling system because the beach is not that great with rocky bottom.
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Rede Andrade Ondina Hotel
Other neighbourhoods around Areia Branca
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.
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
If you're spending some time in Stella Maris, Stella Maris Beach and Flamengo Beach are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
Piatã
While Piatã isn't home to many top sights, Piata Beach and Jaguaribe Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.
