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Salvador in 3 Days: The Complete Itinerary

Three days in Salvador cover the city, the bay and the coast. Here is how to spend three perfect days in Bahia — with the best-rated tours to book for each.

At a glance

  1. 1Day 1: Pelourinho & culture
  2. 2Day 2: bay islands
  3. 3Day 3: Praia do Forte
  4. 4City, sea & coast

Day 1: Pelourinho & culture

The old town and Afro-Brazilian heritage.

Day 2: bay islands

A schooner cruise across the bay.

Day 3: Praia do Forte

Beaches and sea turtles on the coast.

Book the experiences in this itinerary

Top-rated tours for exactly what this plan recommends in Salvador da Bahia — prices per person.

Private Full-Day Tour - Salvador's Lower & Upper City
Salvador Da Bahia
Private Full-Day Tour - Salvador's Lower & Upper City
5.0(54)·7 timer
fra$130/ person
via Viator
Tour to Frades Island and Itaparica - Departure from Salvador
Salvador Da Bahia
Tour to Frades Island and Itaparica - Departure from Salvador
4.7(60)·10 timer
fra$50/ person
via Viator
Transfer to Iberostar Selection Praia do Forte or Waves Bahia
Salvador Da Bahia
Transfer to Iberostar Selection Praia do Forte or Waves Bahia
5.0(99)·2 timer
fra$51/ person
via Viator
Exclusive & Private Walking Tour in Pelourinho Salvador 3 hours
Salvador Da Bahia
Exclusive & Private Walking Tour in Pelourinho Salvador 3 hours
5.0(20)·3 timer
fra$75/ person
via Viator
Schooner Trip Only Ilha dos Frades, Leaving Salvador-Bahia.
Salvador Da Bahia
Schooner Trip Only Ilha dos Frades, Leaving Salvador-Bahia.
4.2(81)·8 timer
fra$39/ person
via Viator
Transfer Iberostar Waves Bahia / Praia do Forte - Private
Salvador Da Bahia
Transfer Iberostar Waves Bahia / Praia do Forte - Private
4.9(98)·1 time
fra$50/ person
via Viator
Salvador Walking Tour Through Pelourinho
Salvador Da Bahia
Salvador Walking Tour Through Pelourinho
5.0(117)·2 timer
fra$50/ person
via Viator
Paradise Morro de São Paulo Island Tour from Salvador
Salvador Da Bahia
Paradise Morro de São Paulo Island Tour from Salvador
4.2(30)·10 timer
fra$90/ person
via Viator

Salvador in 3 days — FAQ

Is 3 days enough for Salvador?
Three days is ideal — the Pelourinho and culture on day one, the bay islands on day two, and Praia do Forte on day three, covering Salvador’s city, sea and coast.
What is the best experience in Salvador for 3 days?
The Pelourinho is the most iconic, the Afro-Brazilian culture the most soulful, and the bay islands and Praia do Forte the most scenic; all reward your time.
How do I plan a 3-day Salvador itinerary?
Spend day one in the Pelourinho and culture, day two on a bay cruise, and day three at Praia do Forte.

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