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Cultural Night Experience Capoeira, Samba and Drumming

Experience an unforgettable night of authentic Brazilian Culture in the heart of Salvador. The evening begins with the electrifying energy of a real Capoeira Roda, where powerful movements, live music, and raw emotion come together in a way no staged performance can recreate. You’ll witness authentic Capoeira played by locals who live this tradition every day. You won’t just watch the culture — you’ll feel it. This is not a tourist show with rehearsed routines — it’s an organic celebration of Brazilian culture, where spontaneity and passion shine through every movement and beat. Throughout the night, you’ll also experience: - Live Berimbau and Drumming - The vibrant rhythms of Samba - Acrobatics, Music and Cultural Demonstrations Perfect for travelers looking for: - Authentic Local Experiences - Afro-Brazilian Culture - Live Music and Dance - Meaningful Cultural Connection Every Roda is different, shaped by the energy of the musicians, players, and audience in the moment.

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Cultural Night Experience Capoeira, Samba and Drumming

1 hourFree Cancellation

5.0

(26)

from $30

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Cultural Treasure of Salvador - Samba

1 hourFree Cancellation

5.0

(40)

from $43

Mysteries of Candomblé: Private Afro-Brazilian Religion Tour

Explore the mysteries of Candomblé through this cultural tour of Salvador. Over the course of 4 hours with a local guide, visit the Afro-Brazilian Museum which narrates the history of enslaved Africans in Brazil. Go to the Pierre Verger Foundation, the French anthropologist responsible for developing literary and photographic and audio records of the history of slavery. Continue to a Candomblé terreiro (community) and get the opportunity to consult the sacred oracle (optional, extra cost). Walk through the favela to see the urban and cultural development that originated from maroon community, a historical haven for African slaves practicing the Candomblé religion. Round-trip transportation from Salvador hotels is included.

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Mysteries of Candomblé: Private Afro-Brazilian Religion Tour

4 hoursFree Cancellation

4.6

(29)

from $130

Price varies by group size

Bahia Noite - Folklore and Dinner Show, Salvador, Bahia, Brazil

4 hoursFree Cancellation

4.7

(6)

from $132

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Cultural Treasure of Salvador - Capoeira

1 hourFree Cancellation

5.0

(58)

from $43

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Private Full-Day African Oriented Salvador Upper & Lower City

Get to know Salvador from an authentic and local point of view and at your own pace; without wasting precious time, in this MUST DO itinerary . We will always go out of the traditional route to discover the real city and all the possibilities that has to offer. Trying street food is always part of the fun and we will have plenty of opportunities to do it. I will suggest the best photography spots and you will be able to do it safely with me. Also, I provide you valuable information about all the activities you can do on your own during your stay in the city. If you like to interact with the local community this is also the tour for you.

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Private Full-Day African Oriented Salvador Upper & Lower City

7 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Cultural Treasure of Salvador - Drumming

1 hourFree Cancellation

4.8

(11)

from $43

Salvador Walking Tour Through Pelourinho

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.

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Salvador Walking Tour Through Pelourinho

1 hour 40 minutesFree Cancellation

5.0

(123)

from $80

This incredible experience starts walking the streets of Rio Vermelho , Salvador's bohemian neighborhood, where the tradicional Festa de Iemanja takes place every year. Here, we will visit the fishermans colony and the Casa de Iemanja, to learn about the afro brazilian traditions, which so well reflects bahia's religious syncretism. Time to move on to the Market, with its vibrants colors and intense smells. We will walk the alleys and taste the cachacas (the spicy, sweet and fruity liquor distilled from fermented sugar cane). Lot's of leaves used in the cambomblé to do the traditional cleanning of energies. Great chance to lear about palm oil, coconut milk, yuca flour and all kind of peppers for local cuisine. Next stop, a real community /favela to enjoy some popular street art. This place is famous for graffiti and social projects. We will end here enjoying a typical afrobaian lunch/snacks (not included) by the seaside, spectacular view and breeze from the bay!

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African Influence in Market Religion and Community

4 hoursFree Cancellation

5.0

from $120

Price varies by group size

Salvador African Heritage Private City Tour Including Afro Museum

Explore Pelourinho, the historic center of Salvador de Bahia, during this private sightseeing tour. The area was instrumental in the African slave trade and continues to be a center of African culture in Brazil. Walk through the streets and learn about the cultural and historical importance of the area through your local guide's commentary. Visit the Afro-Brazilian Museum and the Rosary of the Blacks, the first black Christian brotherhood in the New World.

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Salvador African Heritage Private City Tour Including Afro Museum

4 hoursFree Cancellation

4.7

(20)

from $110

Price varies by group size

Samba-Reggae Percussion Class in Salvador

Participate in a 3-hour Brazilian percussion workshop in Salvador. Get to know the rhythms and beats that provide the backdrop for Bahia's famous Carnival celebrations. Listen to the music that is essential in the Samba de Roda and the Candomblé ceremony. Learn about the percussion's roots in the African continent and how the tradition has transformed in modern Brazil from your local guide and professional percussion teacher. Round-trip transportation from Salvador hotels is included.

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Samba-Reggae Percussion Class in Salvador

3 hoursFree Cancellation

4.9

(14)

from $100

Price varies by group size

We will meet at 2pm in front of the Cathedral Basilica of San Salvador and begin a walking tour to learn about the influence and legacy of African culture in Salvador da Bahia. First, we will go to Terreiro de Jesus, where we will learn about the history of the colonization of this area of Brazil through the actions of the Jesuit Missions and Portuguese colonization. We will also meet some African celebrities who have worked in Salvador de Bahia throughout history.

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3-Hour Private Tour of Salvador Capital Afro-Brazilian

2 to 3 hoursFree Cancellation

4.9

(36)

from $80

Price varies by group size

Historical African oriented City Tour

5 to 6 hoursFree Cancellation

4.9

(54)

from $190

Price varies by group size

Step into the heart of Brazil’s history on a journey through Salvador, the country’s first capital and one of the most vibrant cities in Latin America. This isn’t just another sightseeing tour — it’s an invitation to feel Salvador’s soul. Every corner tells a story; every smile reveals a piece of its joyful spirit. With your local expert guide, you’ll explore the landmarks that shaped Brazil’s identity while soaking up the rhythm, color, and warmth that make Bahia truly unique. Walk through centuries-old streets, admire colonial architecture, taste local flavors at São Joaquim Market, and feel the spiritual energy that defines Salvador — from the iconic Church of Bonfim to the majestic Cathedral Basílica, a masterpiece of faith and history in the Pelourinho district.

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Salvador City Tour – Discover Brazil’s First Capital En, It, Es

6 hoursFree Cancellation

5.0

(220)

from $180

Price varies by group size

Sign up for an exciting 4-hour private tour to discover Salvador's most beautiful historical and cultural treasures across the city neighborhoods overlooking All Saints Bay, such as Ribeira, Bonfim, Ponta de Humaitá and Boa Viagem, which are considered areas of great architectural interest and characterized by the bucolic air of an inland town. Visit the Church of Bonfim and wander around the Mont Serrat Fort with its breathtaking view to the All Saints Bay.

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Private Half-Day Panoramic Tour in Salvador

4 hoursFree Cancellation

5.0

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from $95

Price varies by group size

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You can’t wander into a Brazilian quilombo community on your own, but this quilombo heritage private tour takes you safely into one, so you can experience its culture firsthand. Along with round-trip transport from your Salvador hotel, learn how to make flour and palm oil at a local factory and meet with a faith healer. You’ll gain a deeper understanding for the quilombo community in just one day.

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Quilombo Afro Heritage Tour

7 hoursFree Cancellation

5.0

(12)

from $220

Price varies by group size

Tour to the Frades Islands and Itaparica, from Salvador - Ba

8 hoursFree Cancellation

4.0

(144)

from $39

Tour Praia do Forte and Guarajuba, Leaving Salvador-Bahia.

8 hoursFree Cancellation

4.4

(108)

from $39

Private Walking Tour of Salvador Pelourinho

2 to 3 hoursFree Cancellation

4.9

(315)

from $60

Price varies by group size

This full-day adventure will allow you to enjoy both the magnificent panoramic views Salvador offers, as well as discover its rich history, extraordinary architecture, and dynamic culture, result of the blend of Portuguese, African and Indigenous people. We will see the city from different angles, discovering the Lower City, with its bucolic interior atmosphere, around the calm waters of the All Saints Bay, and continuing to the tip of the Itapagipe Peninsula, the extreme west part of Salvador, and then the Upper City with its Historic Center – the cradle of our city’s history.

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Private Full-Day Tour - Salvador's Lower & Upper City

7 hoursFree Cancellation

5.0

(54)

from $130

Price varies by group size

Experience the highlights of Salvador in just a few hours during a private sightseeing tour of the city. You won't have to spend time planning an itinerary, and your guide will add historical insights as you visit sites such as the Bahia Lighthouse, the Barra Fortress, and Pelourinhio. Skip the stress of finding a last-minute cab, since roundtrip transportation from your Salvador hotel is included.

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Private City Tour in Salvador

4 hoursFree Cancellation

4.8

(115)

from $120

Price varies by group size

Special Offer

Exclusive & Private Walking Tour in Pelourinho Salvador 3 hours

3 hoursFree Cancellation

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Full-Day Historic Private City Tour of Salvador with Lunch

8 hoursFree Cancellation

4.9

(52)

from $170

Price varies by group size

Afro-Brazilian Roots city Tour in Salvador with lunch at Favela

Visit Salvador's most important cultural museums during a 3-hour private tour. With your dedicated guide, enjoy flexibility and personal attention as you learn about Salvador's history. Visit both the Afro-Brazilian Museum and the museums dedicated to the indigenous people of Brazil. Stop by the Carlos Costa Pinto Museum and a museum of sacred and religious art housed in a building owned by a 19th-century Carmelite order. Learn about the cultural history of the city and how the combination of people from different backgrounds came together to create a unique social fabric. Round-trip transportation from Salvador hotels is included.

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Afro-Brazilian Roots city Tour in Salvador with lunch at Favela

6 hoursFree Cancellation

4.8

(19)

from $180

Price varies by group size

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Top Attractions in Salvador da Bahia

Pelourinho

Tororo Dike (Dique do Tororó)

Frades Island (Ilha dos Frades)

Sao Francisco Church and Convent (Igreja e Convento de Sao Francisco)

Salvador Mercado Modelo

Our Lady of Mount Serrat Fort (Forte de Nossa Senhora de Monte Serrat)

Pelourinho

Tororo Dike (Dique do Tororó)

Frades Island (Ilha dos Frades)

Sao Francisco Church and Convent (Igreja e Convento de Sao Francisco)

Salvador Mercado Modelo

Our Lady of Mount Serrat Fort (Forte de Nossa Senhora de Monte Serrat)

Pelourinho

Tororo Dike (Dique do Tororó)

Frades Island (Ilha dos Frades)

Sao Francisco Church and Convent (Igreja e Convento de Sao Francisco)