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?
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.
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.
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.
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
Cultural Night Experience Capoeira, Samba and Drumming
Tour Ilha dos Frades and Itaparica by Salvador Receptivo
From Salvador: Tour to Praia do Forte and Guarajuba
Top hotels in Ribeira
Best Western Salvador Hangar Aeroporto
The bathroom sink was clogged.
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026
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 Ondina Hotel
Sotero Hotel
Air conditioner was horrible, there was an awful sewage smell in one of the rooms. I tried to notify it at the lobby but no one even intended to greet us or ask if we needed anything so we left. Very unhelpful staff. Extreme heat even in the hallways and elevator. Only one disabled parking spot in ...
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
Rede Concept Hotel Salvador
Ibis Budget Salvador
Other neighbourhoods around Ribeira
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.
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.
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.
Armacao
Armacao is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Armação Beach and Jardim de Alah Beach.
