Armacao Travel Guide
Salvador
Popular places to visit
Praia do Forte Beach
Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Praia do Forte Beach, a popular beach in Mata de São João. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.
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.
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.
Mercado Modelo
Browse hundreds of handicraft and souvenir stalls and then have lunch with impressive views over the Port of Salvador at this century-old marketplace.
Things to do
Praia Do Forte & Guarajuba Beach Day Trip
From Salvador: Tour to Praia do Forte and Guarajuba
Cultural Night Experience Capoeira, Samba and Drumming
Full Day Tour to Frades Islands + Itaparica
Top hotels in Armacao
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 Plaza Salvador
The hotel was way more expensive for what it has provided . The rooms were in bad condition and not clean enough, the pictures Provided in Expedia do not show the real conditions of the hotel , be aware.
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2025
Art Studio Housi Salvador by Carpediem
The pool and his view the interior design isone of the best I have seen
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Salvador Mar Hotel
The only thing I liked about this hotel was the location. It was convenient for the Start of the Salvador Marathon '25, and the one young lady who was working in the breakfast room. Everything else was way below average. Breakfast was the worst ever. Two elevators for all guests. One was broken for ...
Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025
Sotero Hotel
Lovely staff , nice room and a good pool
Reviewed on 5 Oct 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 Jul 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Armacao
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.
Costa Azul
Costa Azul is well liked for its restaurants. You can also take some time to explore sights in the surrounding area like Jardim de Alah Beach and Armação Beach.
Imbui
While there might not be top attractions in Imbui, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Salvador Shopping Mall and Administrative Center of Bahia.
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.
Pituba
You'll enjoy the beaches and parks in Pituba. You might want to make time for a stop at Pituba Beach or Vila Jardim dos Namorados.
Amaralina
You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Amaralina. You might want to make time for a stop at Amaralina Beach or Pituba Beach.
