Armacao Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Farol da Barra Beach showing a lighthouse, a sunset and night scenes

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.

Farol da Barra Beach
Praia do Forte Beach

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.

Praia do Forte Beach
Salvador featuring a sandy beach, general coastal views and tropical scenes

Flamengo Beach

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

Flamengo Beach
Porto da Barra Beach showing a beach, a coastal town and general coastal views

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.

Porto da Barra Beach
Guarajuba Beach

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.

Guarajuba Beach
Lacerda Elevator

Lacerda Elevator

You can find out about the history of Salvador with a visit to Lacerda Elevator. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in the area.

Lacerda Elevator

Activities

Full Day Tour to Frades Islands + Itaparica

Full Day Tour to Frades Islands + Itaparica

AU$38
per adult
Full Day Tour to Frades Islands + Itaparica
Beach of Guarajuba North Coast. 2nd stop

Tour to Praia do Forte and Guarajuba

AU$48
per adult
Tour to Praia do Forte and Guarajuba
Crystal clear water

Schooner Trip Only Ilha dos Frades, Leaving Salvador-Bahia.

AU$56
per adult
Schooner Trip Only Ilha dos Frades, Leaving Salvador-Bahia.
Salvador Cultural Treasure Samba de Roda

Cultural Treasure of Salvador - Samba

AU$61
per adult
Cultural Treasure of Salvador - Samba
Cultural Treasure of Salvador - Capoeira

Cultural Treasure of Salvador - Capoeira

AU$61
per adult
Cultural Treasure of Salvador - Capoeira
Picture 2 for Activity From Salvador: Schooner Tour to Frades Islands and Itaparica

From Salvador: Schooner Tour to Frades Islands and Itaparica

AU$51
per adult
From Salvador: Schooner Tour to Frades Islands and Itaparica
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Our pick of the best Armacao Hotel Deals

Rede Concept Hotel Salvador

Rede Concept Hotel Salvador

3.5 out of 5
1207 Rua Doutor Augusto Lopes, Stiep, Salvador, BA
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Salvador. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Salvador Shopping Mall and Farol da Barra ...
7.8/10 Good! (875 reviews)
"Gym is broken. Don’t book for gym. Pool is nice. Rooms are good."

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025

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Rede Concept Hotel Salvador
Rede Andrade Plaza Salvador

Rede Andrade Plaza Salvador

3 out of 5
Av. Otávio Mangabeira, 4581, Jardim Armação, Salvador, BA
The price is AU$36 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
AU$36
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Salvador. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions Salvador Shopping Mall and Jardim ...
6.2/10 (1,004 reviews)
"The hotel was way more expensive for what it has provided . The rooms were in bad condition and not clean enough, the pictures Provided in Expedia do not show the real conditions of the hotel , be aware."

Reviewed on 12 Mar 2025

Rede Andrade Plaza Salvador
Salvador Mar Hotel

Salvador Mar Hotel

3 out of 5
Avenida Antonio da Silva Coelho 47, Salvador, Bahia
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Salvador. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Salvador Shopping Mall and Armação ...
7.2/10 Good! (446 reviews)
"The only thing I liked about this hotel was the location. It was convenient for the Start of the Salvador Marathon '25, and the one young lady who was working in the breakfast room. Everything else was way below average. Breakfast was the worst ever. Two elevators for all guests. One was broken for ..."

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

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Salvador Mar Hotel
Quality Hotel & Suites São Salvador

Quality Hotel & Suites São Salvador

3.5 out of 5
Rua Doutor Jose Peroba, 244, Salvador, BA
The price is AU$97 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
AU$97
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Salvador. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"They have a great breakfast buffet."

Reviewed on 20 July 2025

Quality Hotel & Suites São Salvador
Rede Andrade Express

Rede Andrade Express

3.5 out of 5
Rua Conde da Castanheira, 269, Amaralina, Salvador, BA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$43 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
AU$43
13 Oct - 14 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Salvador. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the overall value in our reviews. Popular ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,029 reviews)
"An average place to stay for a night or two"

Reviewed on 17 Dec 2024

Rede Andrade Express
Wyndham Salvador Hangar Aeroporto

Wyndham Salvador Hangar Aeroporto

3 out of 5
Avenida Luís Viana Filho 13223, Salvador, BA
The price is AU$116 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$116
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Salvador. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (766 reviews)
"Front desk staff is awesome- very helpful"

Reviewed on 3 Sept 2025

Wyndham Salvador Hangar Aeroporto
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Other neighbourhoods around Armacao

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Boca do Rio

Travellers like the beaches in Boca do Rio, and Boca do Rio Beach is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Boca do Rio
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Costa Azul

Costa Azul is well liked for its restaurants. You can also take some time to explore sights in the surrounding area like Jardim de Alah Beach and Salvador Shopping Mall.

Costa Azul
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Imbui

While there might not be top attractions in Imbui, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Salvador Shopping Mall and Administrative Center of Bahia.

Imbui
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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.

Caminho das Arvores
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Pituba

You'll enjoy the beaches and parks in Pituba. You might want to make time for a stop at Pituba Beach or Vila Jardim dos Namorados.

Pituba
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Amaralina

You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Amaralina. You might want to make time for a stop at Amaralina Beach or Pituba Beach.

Amaralina

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