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Salvador Walking Tour Through Pelourinho

5.0(133)Salvador da Bahia1 hour
VIATOR5.0(10)TRIPADVISOR5.0(123)

Description

Welcome! Discover Salvador's historic center with the help of a certified local guide and make your visit to our city unforgettable. Explore the cobblestone streets among the various old and colorful houses of the historic center. Learn the history behind each building and understand the local customs, culture, and gastronomy; above all, be assured of a safe and enjoyable visit. This tour is designed for those who want to explore our city in a more compact way, without sacrificing quality content.

Tour Options

To know Salvador experience
  • Historic Tour
Recorrido a pie por Pelourinho
  • Historic tour Duration: 2 hours

Itinerary

12 min

Introduction with a view of All Saints Bay and its 56 islands.

15 min

The place where our country began as an official administration: The old governor's palace, the first city council chamber, the first prison, and also the first urban elevator built on the planet.

Admission included5 min

With its urban function, the Lacerda Elevator connects approximately 27,000 people daily during peak season, from the lower city to the upper city and vice versa.

Admission included10 min

The Mercado Modelo (Model Market) is one of the four most visited attractions in our city, along with the Lacerda Elevator.

10 min

The incredible fallen cross monument reveals the secrets behind this square, where Brazil's primatial cathedral was criminally destroyed in 1933.

15 min

In one of the busiest squares in the historic center, we will be amazed by some of the just over 365 churches in our city. It's also where we'll find capoeira dancers, Bahian women dressed in traditional Bahian clothing, and the city's most famous bars and restaurants.

5 min

Known as the golden church, the Convent of São Francisco is also considered one of the 7 wonders of the world of Portuguese origin.

10 min

A pause to know about the history of the band that captivated everyone, introduced to the world by the King of Pop, Michael Jackson.

10 min

Here we will be in the heart of the city, where not only Michael Jackson but also other artists have performed due to its rich history. The Black Church is also located there.

Highlights

Accredited tour guide

What's included

Included
Accredited tour guide
Not included
Breakfast
Lunch

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Reviews(133)

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Gabriela_Viale
August 16, 2026
Facundo is a crack

Facundo was very friendly in all the interactions we had, offering very good advice along the way to be able to enjoy my stay in Salvador to the fullest.

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Agustinrodiviera
August 14, 2026
Total immersion in the culture of Salvador

The visit with Facundo was very much worth it. He is not the typical guide who describes what you are already seeing or who speaks as if the speech were recorded. He is a heritage interpreter who connects with you and ensures that you perfectly understand the life and history of Salvador. You will not only see churches, squares, and very curious corners, you will understand what is behind every stone. The unique Bahian history is worth being told in that way.

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marialaurag874
August 14, 2026
Excellent walking tour of Pelourinho

Excellent guide. Facundo was very specific about dates, names, and places. Each question was answered clearly and precisely. We also received various suggestions for places to visit, eat, walk around, etc. Without a doubt, it was worth it!!!!

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Trip106769
August 10, 2026
Great free walking tour in Pelourinho

Hello, we did the tour with Facundo. Phenomenal. It was fun, very instructive, and interesting. He knows what he is talking about, and how to manage a group. In summary, highly recommended.

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marthabW8586NP
August 9, 2026
Tour of the historic center of Salvador de Bahia very good

Very good tour of the historic center of Salvador

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U1562JCrafaelj
August 8, 2026
Free Walking Tour

Facundo Gallo is excellent! Learn about the history of Salvador and experiences outside! Good tips for places to see!

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Journey00175478002
August 8, 2026
Excellent tour of the Pelourinho

Excellent tour with the guide Facundo, with enriching knowledge of both the history and the Bahian culture. We took a tour of the main tourist attractions, and Facundo gave us many recommendations to continue learning more about the city! Highly recommended to make the most of your stay in Salvador!

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L8172WNlouisem
August 7, 2026
Top-notch guided tour

Nice tour, it allows you to learn the history of the city and get some good recommendations.

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V5823ZYdouglass
August 5, 2026
Your Super Informatico

Very informative tour with the history of the city and Brazil. Many tips from museums, shops and restaurants. The guide also helped us locate and avoid problems.

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David_V
July 27, 2026
Great walking tour of Salvador

Great slow walk through historical central Salvador. Our guide was Roberto who was very knowledgeable and made the tour great and informative.

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