Mares Travel Guide
Salvador
Popular places to visit

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.

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.

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.

Flamengo Beach
Visit this idyllic sun-soaked coastline to swim in pristine waters, spot tropical sea life and explore a nearby ecological reserve.

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.

Mercado Modelo
Browse hundreds of handicraft and souvenir stalls and then have lunch with impressive views over the Port of Salvador at this century-old marketplace.
Things to do

Historic City Tour - Half Day in Salvador

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

Salvador: Morro de São Paulo Island Transfer Service

Praia Do Forte & Guarajuba Beach Day Trip

Salvador: African Heritage & Acarajé Tasting 4-Hour Tour
Top hotels in Mares

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Other neighbourhoods around Mares

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, Lacerda Elevator and São Francisco Church and Convent of Salvador are top sights worth seeing.

Cabula
Travellers like the parks in Cabula, and Parque da Cidade is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Nazaré
You'll enjoy the beaches and churches in Nazaré. You might want to make time for a stop at Arena Fonte Nova or Dique do Tororo.

Brotas
Travellers like the parks in Brotas, and Dique do Tororo is a top attraction you might want to visit.

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.