Coutos Travel Guide
Salvador
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.
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.
Lacerda Elevator
You can find out about the history of Salvador with a visit to Lacerda Elevator. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in the area.
Things to do
Full Day Tour to Frades Islands + Itaparica
Tour Praia do Forte and Guarajuba, Leaving Salvador-Bahia.
From Salvador: Tour to Praia do Forte and Guarajuba
Cultural Night Experience Capoeira, Samba and Drumming
Praia Do Forte & Guarajuba Beach Day Trip
Top hotels in Coutos
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 Express
An average place to stay for a night or two
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2024
Quality Hotel & Suites São Salvador
They have a great breakfast buffet.
Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025
Wyndham Salvador Hangar Aeroporto
Front desk staff is awesome- very helpful
Reviewed on 3 Sept 2025
Gran Hotel Stella Maris Urban Resort & Conventions
Nothing to complain
Reviewed on 17 Sept 2025
Sotero Hotel
Lovely staff , nice room and a good pool
Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Coutos
Piatã
While Piatã isn't home to many top sights, Piata Beach and Jaguaribe Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.
Pelourinho
Unique features of Pelourinho include the historical sites and bars. Make a stop by São Francisco Church and Convent of Salvador or Fundacao Casa de Jorge Amado 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.
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.
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.
Armacao
Armacao is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Jardim de Alah Beach and Armação Beach.
