Salvador, Brazil 🇧🇷 | 2-Day Detailed Travel Guide

Upper City (Pelourinho) – Historic heart, UNESCO-listed. Lower City (West Coast) – Scenic coastal views & landmarks. New City (East Coast) – Beach resorts (skip unless relaxing). Most attractions are on the West Coast, and 2 days are enough to explore! 📍 Day 1: Markets, Art & Coastal Views 1️⃣ First Stop: Market Area 🛍️ Mercado Modelo – A historic market with cheap souvenirs. 🎵 Cidade da Música da Bahia – Music museum in front of the market. 🥋 Arena da Capoeira – Capoeira arena behind the market. ⚠️ Elevador Lacerda (currently closed) – Historic elevator connecting Upper & Lower City. 2️⃣ Second Stop: Scenic Walk & Art 🚶 Walk 1-2km south along the coast to Praia do MAM – A colorful, Cinque Terre-like photo spot! 🎨 Museu de Arte Moderna da Bahia (MAM) – Modern art museum nearby. 3️⃣ Third Stop: Lighthouse & Beach Vibes 🚖 Uber to Buraco da Sereia – A trendy spot near the Barra Lighthouse (R$30 entry). 👙 Hot tip: Pack your swimsuit—this place is full of beautiful people! 📍 Day 2: Historic Pelourinho & Afro-Brazilian Culture 🚖 Start at Museu da Gastronomia Baiana (if not staying in Pelourinho) and walk south to: 🏛️ Centro Histórico de Salvador – Main square. ⛪ Catedral-Basílica – Stunning mother church (R$10 entry). 🎭 Casa do Carnaval da Bahia – Carnival museum (R$20). 🏰 Rio Branco Palace – History museum with panoramic views of Lower City. 🖤 Museu Nacional da Cultura Afro-Brasileira – Free Afro-Brazilian culture museum. 🍽️ Must-Try Food in Salvador! Salvador is famous for Moqueca (a coconut milk-based stew with shrimp/fish/veggies—like a Brazilian Laksa). Avoid: Mercado Modelo’s 3rd-floor restaurants (overpriced & average). Instead, try: 1️⃣ Forneria do Santo – Amazing pizza (I ate a whole large one!). 2️⃣ Cuco Bistro – Famous for Marquise de Tapioca (a sweet tapioca dessert). 3️⃣ Raiz Restaurante – Best Moqueca + sunset views (cheap & delicious!). 4️⃣ Açaí do Éden – Açaí bowls with tropical flavors (dragon fruit, kiwi—so good!). 🌎 #TravelTips