Free Tour - Pelourinho Historic Center

Duration: 2h and 30min
Languages: English, Spanish, Portuguese
Quality Verified Registered on June 27, 2019

Rio / Salvador / Bogotá By Foot was born as a direct result of the union between the owners of Lapa & Art store, business men who believe in the touristic potential of the city- and a special group of friends with different academic backgrounds (law, theater, geography, tourism, museology) who shares two things in common: the Rio de Janeiro credentials in tourism and a lot of love for Rio de Janeiro. The business know-how was aligned with the tour guides experience and expertize. After years of tourist work, we realized that free walking tours services offered in Rio de Janeiro city needed improvements and modernization. Different from many other tourist agencies in the city, we are commited with the well being of our visitors. Our differential starts in the way we present our service. Our mission is with you: Visitors and Tourists! Lapa & Arte souvenir store believed in our project and gave us support to make our ideas come true, which led to it becoming our main partner. Because of them, our clients may have an unique experience at the end of our Free Tour with lots of advantages and comfort. Thank you for the trust in us and walk this way! #WalkThisWay

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  • Free booking and cancellation
    Free payment tour, no set price, booking and cancellation are free

Tour description

The mix of ethnic groups, cultures and creeds, which received generous doses of joy and syncretism, gave Salvador a unique state of mind that invites Brazilians and foreigners throughout the year to feel enchanted by its cultural, gastronomic and human wealth. Salvador, the first capital of Brazil, brings together the present and the past in perfect harmony. It is the cradle of the most beautiful literary, architectural and, of course, musical jewels. Salvador is considered a creative musical city. Walking through the streets of the historic center gives us the rich complexity that makes this land a reference multiplier for the entire nation. In the upper part of the city is the colorful Pelourinho, part of the historic center of the city and listed by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site, there we see the face of this charming place and understand the Afro force that moves culture and makes it the blackest city in brazil and in the americas. In its streets, some very narrow, there are innumerable mansions from the 17th and 18th centuries that house museums and restaurants, as well as Catholic temples that attract scholars from all over the world, such as the church of San Francisco, considered the richest baroque work in the country. and one of the most visited in the world. Come with Salvador by foot - Free walking tours to learn more than just see, walk, feel, touch and taste the history and culture of this incredible city. We invite you to come to our house, not as a simple visitor, but as part of our family. , we are sure that after meeting her you will also feel part of her. Welcome to Salvador and let's walk!

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  • Meeting point:
    Praa Castro Alves sn Barroquinha Sal...
    Praa Castro Alves sn Barroquinha Salvador BA 40020070 Brazil
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    In front of the Glauber Rocha Cinema in Castro Alves Square

How much does this tour cost?

Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end of the tour the amount that he or she considers appropriate (these usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).

Tour opinions

165 ratings
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Mario 19 Mar 2023
Concordia

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Travelled in couple - Mar 2023
Excelente guía Enrique
SEMA 19 Mar 2023
Urla

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Travelled in couple - Mar 2023
We took this tour on Saturday afternoon. So many places including churches closed in a short time. However it was a good introduction to Pelurinho and for the visits to the important places the next day.
Dessie 13 Mar 2023
London

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Travelled in couple - Mar 2023
We were hoping to learn about Salvador’s incredible history from a local or at least a Bahiano - an Argentinean guide who gives us a retelling of history without much of a storyline or common narrative, did not feel like a good local experience. We also barely spent any time in the Pelorinho central district and area. We were really hoping to absorb as much of the amazing history and culture of Salvador through this tour, and we left really disappointed.
Jorge 12 Mar 2023
Cali

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Travelled in couple - Mar 2023
Excelente guía Facundo!! Muy buena historia de Bahía, muy agradable, fuimos a los sitios mas importantes, fue divertido, interesante, y nos dio muchos datos prácticos para el viaje, tomamos lindas fotos y nos sentimos protegidos en Salvador
Sarah 12 Mar 2023
London

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Travelled in group - Mar 2023
The tour was absolutely fantastic. Our guide, Eduardo was superb. He was very well informed, funny, friendly and really helpful. He had such enthusiasm and passion for his city which made the tour great. He even took a group of us to a Womens football match in the evening! Thank you Eduardo you really made my time in Salvador.
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Free cancellation
If you will not be able to attend the tour, please cancel your booking, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
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