Rio Vermelho Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Rio Vermelho
Photo by ANA LUCIA BERTOLANI
Photo by ANA LUCIA BERTOLANI
Photo by Simon Thorp
Photo by Simon Thorp
Photo by Fernando Ramos
Photo by Fernando Ramos
Photo by Paul Burley
Photo by Paul Burley

Popular places to visit

Rio Vermelho Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Rio Vermelho Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Salvador. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Rio Vermelho Beach

Buracao Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Buracao Beach during your travels in Salvador? Stroll along the area's seaside or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Buracao Beach

Paciencia Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Paciencia Beach during your travels in Salvador? Stroll along the area's seaside or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Paciencia Beach

House of Rio Vermelho

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in House of Rio Vermelho during your travels in Salvador. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

House of Rio Vermelho

Praia da Mariquita

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Praia da Mariquita during your trip to Salvador? Wander the beaches and seaside in the area.

Praia da Mariquita

Prainha da Fonte do Boi

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Prainha da Fonte do Boi during your trip to Salvador? Wander the beaches and seaside in the area.

Prainha da Fonte do Boi

Activities

Brazil Tropical Fruit Tour

Brazil Tropical Fruit Tour in Salvador's "just for locals" market

AU$75
per adult
Brazil Tropical Fruit Tour in Salvador's "just for locals" market
Afro-Brazilian Roots city Tour in Salvador with lunch at Favela

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

AU$367
per adult
Afro-Brazilian Roots city Tour in Salvador with lunch at Favela
Salvador: Morro de São Paulo Island Transfer Service

Salvador: Morro de São Paulo Island Transfer Service

AU$80
per adult
Salvador: Morro de São Paulo Island Transfer Service
Historical City Tour of Pelourinho

Historical City Tour of Pelourinho

AU$40
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Historical City Tour of Pelourinho
Historic City Tour - Half Day in Salvador

Historic City Tour - Half Day in Salvador

AU$27
per adult
Historic City Tour - Half Day in Salvador
Aerial view of beach in Morro de São Paulo

Tour To Morro De São Paulo

AU$107
per adult
Tour To Morro De São Paulo
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Our pick of the best Rio Vermelho Hotel Deals

Rede Andrade Mar Hotel

Rede Andrade Mar Hotel

3 out of 5
Praia da Paciencia, 419, Rio Vermelho, Salvador, BA
The price is AU$56 per night from 29 July to 30 July
AU$56
29 July - 30 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Salvador. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
7/10 Good! (877 reviews)
"Excelente"

Reviewed on 5 Feb. 2025

Rede Andrade Mar Hotel
Rede Andrade Ondina Hotel

Rede Andrade Ondina Hotel

3 out of 5
Avenida Oceanica, 3033, Salvador, BA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$39 per night from 31 July to 1 Aug
AU$39
31 July - 1 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Salvador. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
6.6/10 (628 reviews)
"Great"

Reviewed on 6 Mar. 2025

Rede Andrade Ondina Hotel
Ibis Salvador Rio Vermelho

Ibis Salvador Rio Vermelho

3 out of 5
Rua Fonte Do Boi 215, Salvador, BA
The price is AU$71 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
AU$71
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Salvador. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Farol da Barra Beach and Salvador ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
"This property is gorgeous and is steps away from a beautiful beach with stunning waves. I would watch the waves every day and can see it from my room. The staff is friendly, very helpful, and restaurant on site has delicious options. The area was also in an amazing area, very walkable to anything ..."

Reviewed on 17 Jul. 2025

Ibis Salvador Rio Vermelho
Novotel Salvador Rio Vermelho

Novotel Salvador Rio Vermelho

4 out of 5
Rua Monte Conselho, 505, Rio Vermelho, Salvador, BA
The price is AU$126 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
AU$126
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Salvador. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (399 reviews)
"Very good, amazing breakfast and swimming pool. Loved it! And the view? OMG!"

Reviewed on 2 Jul. 2025

Novotel Salvador Rio Vermelho
Mercure Salvador Rio Vermelho Hotel

Mercure Salvador Rio Vermelho Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Rua Fonte Do Boi 215 Rio Vermelho, Salvador, BA
The price is AU$125 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
AU$125
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Salvador. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (999 reviews)
"The hotel looks new with a great pool overlooking the ocean and near the beach. The hotel restaurant had great foodfor breakfast and dinner - delicious moquecas. The service was great. This was the best place we’ve stayed in Salvador."

Reviewed on 21 Jul. 2025

Mercure Salvador Rio Vermelho Hotel
Hotel Catharina Paraguaçu

Hotel Catharina Paraguaçu

3 out of 5
Rua Joao Gomes 128, Rio Vermelho, Salvador, BA
The price is AU$120 per night from 29 July to 30 July
AU$120
29 July - 30 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Salvador. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Farol da Barra Beach and Porto da Barra Beach ...
9/10 Wonderful! (316 reviews)
"Beautiful colonial hotel. Excellent breakbast and rooms (with patios and garden). The staff was was always nice, and helping us. The neighbourhood is safe, with a lot of options. Paciencia beach very near. Excellent!"

Reviewed on 3 Nov. 2024

Hotel Catharina Paraguaçu
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Other neighbourhoods around Rio Vermelho

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Ondina

Ondina is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Ondina Beach and Salvador Zoo.

Ondina
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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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Graça

If you're spending some time in Graça, Circuito de Cinema - Sala de Arte and Carlos Costa Pinto Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Graça
Farol da Barra Beach which includes general coastal views, a sunset and a coastal town

Barra

Barra is popular for its beaches, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Barra Shopping Mall or Farol da Barra Beach.

Barra
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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
Salvador which includes street scenes, night scenes and heritage architecture

Salvador Centro

If you're spending some time in Salvador Centro, Castro Alves Square and Lacerda Elevator are top sights worth seeing.

Salvador Centro

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