Igreja Santo Antônio da Barra, Salvador

Igreja Santo Antônio da Barra, a partially hidden church on a slope along Salvador’s coastline, offers a picturesque view of the ocean. Dedicated to the patron saint of slaves, this church was also built by them. This beautiful white church with two towers is particularly lovely when it is illuminated during the evening.

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Sight Name: Igreja Santo Antônio da Barra
Sight Location: Salvador, Brazil (See walking tours in Salvador)
Sight Type: Religious
Guide(s) Containing This Sight:

Waterfront Tour

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Waterfront Tour

Salvador’s waterfront contains numerous tourist attractions, including an old lighthouse, a city landmark, museums, art galleries and of course the beach. Take the following tour to discover the area surrounding Salvador’s waterfront.

Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.2 Km or 2 Miles

Lower City Tour

Salvador is divided into the historic Upper City, and the Lower City located on the waterfront. The Lower City has a great view of the Bay of All Saints and magnificent buildings, monuments and fountains. Take the following tour to see the best spots in this area of Salvador.

Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.9 Km or 2.4 Miles

Salvador's Historical Churches Tour

Salvador’s historic district contains many old Catholic churches with wonderful architecture and history. It has so many that some joke that one can visit a different church in Salvador each day of the year. Take the following tour to discover the city’s best churches.

Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.5 Km or 1.6 Miles

Salvador Introduction Walking Tour

The main city of Brazilian state of Bahia, Salvador is a tasty cocktail of Portuguese, African and Brazilian cultures manifested in the colonial architecture set against a luring, tropical coastline. This walking tour takes you to the historic heart of the city which has retained much of its old-time atmosphere, reflected in the cobblestone alleys, large squares, colorful facades and numerous... view more

Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.2 Km or 1.4 Miles

South Salvador Tour

South Salvador contains several great attractions worth seeing, with many architectural sites along the historic Avenida de Sete Septembrio. Several squares, monuments and sculptures can also be found in this part of the city. Take the following tour to discover the great attractions on Salvador’s south side.

Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.2 Km or 2 Miles

Museums Tour

Salvador has a very rich artistic, religious and cultural heritage that is represented in its diverse museums. Museu de Arte da Bahia, the city’s oldest museum, is a must-see, and its religious museums are famous for their priceless sacred pieces. The following tour offers a unique journey to Salvador’s most popular museums.

Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.8 Km or 2.4 Miles

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