São Cristóvão Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit São Cristóvão
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
Salvador Shopping Mall
During your visit to Salvador, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Salvador Shopping Mall. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Flamengo Beach
Visit this idyllic sun-soaked coastline to swim in pristine waters, spot tropical sea life and explore a nearby ecological reserve.
Activities
Full Day Tour to Frades Islands + Itaparica
Schooner Trip Only Ilha dos Frades, Leaving Salvador-Bahia.
Salvador: Morro de São Paulo Island Transfer Service
3-Hour Private Tour of Salvador Capital Afro-Brazilian
4h Cooking Class in Salvador with 9 Recipes & Bottomless Drinks
Our pick of the best São Cristóvão Hotel Deals
Best Western Salvador Hangar Aeroporto
Everything went great !
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026
Wyndham Salvador Hangar Aeroporto
Room was clean, air conditioning worked great and overall comfortable experience.
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
Rede Concept Hotel Salvador
Gym is broken. Don’t book for gym. Pool is nice. Rooms are good.
Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025
Sotero Hotel
Lovely staff , nice room and a good pool
Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025
Pisa Plaza Hotel
We went on the cheap as we were only going to be there for 7 hours. It was what we expected, pictures always look better. They have a nice free breakfast and it was close to bus station we were leaving from the next morning.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2024
Rede Andrade Riviera Premium
Friendly staff, however the building itself felt dated and not particularly clean (we had a number of bugs in our room).
Reviewed on 5 July 2025
Other neighbourhoods around São Cristóvão
Flamengo
Unique features of Flamengo include the beaches and restaurants. Make a stop by Flamengo Beach or Stella Maris Beach while you're exploring the area.
Stella Maris
Beaches and restaurants are notable features of Stella Maris. You might consider stopping by Stella Maris Beach while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Itapuã
Unique features of Itapuã include the beaches and gardens. Make a stop by Itapuã Beach or Stella Maris Beach while you're exploring the area.
Piatã
While Piatã isn't home to many top sights, Piata Beach and Jaguaribe Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.
Vilas do Atlantico
You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Vilas do Atlantico. You might want to make time for a stop at Vilas do Atlantico Beach or Buraquinho Beach.
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.
