Ribeira Travel Guide
Salvador
Popular places to visit
Praia da Ribeira
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Praia da Ribeira during your trip to Salvador?
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.
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.
Things to do
Praia Do Forte & Guarajuba Beach Day Trip
Full Day Tour to Frades Islands + Itaparica
Cultural Night Experience Capoeira, Samba and Drumming
Top hotels in Ribeira
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
Sotero Hotel
Lovely staff , nice room and a good pool
Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025
Wyndham Salvador Hangar Aeroporto
Room was clean, air conditioning worked great and overall comfortable experience.
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
Pisa Plaza Hotel
We went on the cheap as we were only going to be there for 7 hours. It was what we expected, pictures always look better. They have a nice free breakfast and it was close to bus station we were leaving from the next morning.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2024
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
Other neighbourhoods around Ribeira
Pelourinho
Unique features of Pelourinho include the historical sites and bars. Make a stop by Largo do Pelourinho 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.
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.
Graça
If you're spending some time in Graça, Museu de Arte da Bahia and Circuito de Cinema - Sala de Arte are top sights worth seeing.
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.
