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Salvador

Salvador is the capital of the Brazilian state of Bahia, located in the northeast of the country. It is the third largest city in Brazil with a population of over 2.7 million people. Salvador is known for its vibrant culture, stunning architecture and beautiful beaches.

The city is situated on the Bay of All Saints, the largest bay in Brazil, and is surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean. Salvador is divided into two parts, the Upper City and the Lower City, separated by the steep hills of the Serra do Mar mountain range. The Upper City is the historic center of the city and is home to many of the city’s famous attractions, including the Pelourinho district, the São Francisco Church and the Lacerda Elevator.

Salvador is known for its unique Afro-Brazilian culture, which is evident in its music, dance and art. It is home to a variety of festivals throughout the year, including the Carnival of Salvador, the world’s largest street party.

Salvador also has a rich history, dating back to the 16th century when it was founded by the Portuguese. It was the first capital of Brazil and served as the seat of the Portuguese colonial government until 1763. During the colonial period, Salvador was an important port, trading in sugar and other goods.

In the 19th century, Salvador was the center of the Brazilian abolitionist movement, which led to the end of slavery in the country. The city has also been the site of numerous important political events, including the founding of the Brazilian Republic in 1889.

Today, Salvador is a bustling city with a vibrant culture, stunning architecture and beautiful beaches. It is a popular tourist destination and a great place to experience the unique Afro-Brazilian culture.

Excursion tips for a day in Salvador

1. Visit the Historic Center of Salvador: Explore the cobblestone streets of the UNESCO World Heritage Site and take in the vibrant culture and architecture of the colonial city.

2. Visit the Elevador Lacerda: Take a ride on the old-fashioned elevator to get a bird’s eye view of the city from the top.

3. Visit the Pelourinho: Explore the colorful streets of the historic district and take in the lively music, art, and culture.

4. Visit the Mercado Modelo: Shop for souvenirs and local crafts in the bustling marketplace.

5. Take a boat tour of the Bay of All Saints: Enjoy a relaxing boat ride and take in the stunning views of the city from the sea.

6. Visit the Farol da Barra Lighthouse: Climb to the top of the iconic lighthouse for an amazing view of the city.

7. Visit the Praia do Porto da Barra: Relax on the beach and take in the stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean.

8. Visit the Museu de Arte da Bahia: Explore the museum and admire the impressive collection of art from the region.

9. Visit the Forte de Santo Antonio da Barra: Tour the old fortress and take in the stunning views of the city from the top.

10. Have dinner at a local restaurant: Enjoy a delicious meal and sample some of the local cuisine.

Experience Salvador with unforgettable activities by our partner GetYourGuide. The offer is also ideal as a special gift idea for family and friends who are planning to visit Salvador. Cancellations are possible up to 24h before the start of the activity (unless otherwise stated in the activity description), with a full refund of the booking price.

The climate in Salvador

The climate in Salvador, Brazil is classified as tropical savanna climate (Köppen climate classification Aw), with two distinct seasons: a dry season from May to October and a wet season from November to April. The dry season (May to October) is characterized by warm to hot days, with temperatures ranging from 25-35°C (77-95°F). Nights are usually cooler and the humidity is low. The wet season (November to April) is usually hot and humid, with temperatures ranging from 25-35°C (77-95°F). The rains are frequent and the humidity is high. In the winter months (June to August), temperatures can drop as low as 16°C (60°F). During this time, the weather is usually dry and mild. In the summer months (December to February), temperatures can reach up to 40°C (104°F). The weather is usually hot and humid. Overall, Salvador has a tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round.

Cruise weather for Salvador

Our weather forecast for Salvador helps plan your stay according to the weather. For sunny days, pack light and breathable clothes, swimwear, and sunscreen. For winter weather, it's recommended to bring warm clothes, gloves, a hat, sturdy footwear, and a raincoat.

Date Icon Temperature Wind speed/gusts Cloudiness/Visibility Air humidity/pressure Sunrise/Sunset
Dec. 8th 2024 Dec. 8th 2024 max: 26.9 °C
min: 25.7 °C
28.8 m/s
29.5 m/s
3.2 %
24.0 m
76.7 %
1,013 hPa
05:00:20
17:52:15
Dec. 9th 2024 Dec. 9th 2024 max: 27.0 °C
min: 25.5 °C
32.0 m/s
33.5 m/s
18.2 %
22.8 m
77.9 %
1,012 hPa
05:00:41
17:52:48
Dec. 10th 2024 Dec. 10th 2024 max: 27.0 °C
min: 25.3 °C
33.1 m/s
36.4 m/s
33.2 %
23.5 m
76.2 %
1,012 hPa
05:01:02
17:53:22
Dec. 11th 2024 Dec. 11th 2024 max: 27.2 °C
min: 24.9 °C
37.4 m/s
46.1 m/s
33.3 %
22.6 m
78.1 %
1,011 hPa
05:01:24
17:53:54
Dec. 12th 2024 Dec. 12th 2024 max: 27.8 °C
min: 25.4 °C
37.1 m/s
41.0 m/s
75.5 %
24.1 m
80.4 %
1,012 hPa
05:01:47
17:54:27
Dec. 13th 2024 Dec. 13th 2024 max: 27.3 °C
min: 25.8 °C
28.8 m/s
32.4 m/s
46.2 %
24.0 m
78.2 %
1,014 hPa
05:02:11
17:55:00
Dec. 14th 2024 Dec. 14th 2024 max: 27.3 °C
min: 26.1 °C
28.1 m/s
31.3 m/s
75.4 %
24.1 m
75.8 %
1,013 hPa
05:02:36
17:55:32
Dec. 15th 2024 Dec. 15th 2024 max: 27.5 °C
min: 25.7 °C
33.1 m/s
40.7 m/s
63.4 %
22.8 m
78.9 %
1,012 hPa
05:03:01
17:56:04
Dec. 16th 2024 Dec. 16th 2024 max: 27.7 °C
min: 26 °C
29.5 m/s
35.6 m/s
28.4 %
24.1 m
81.7 %
1,013 hPa
05:03:27
17:56:36
Dec. 17th 2024 Dec. 17th 2024 max: 27.6 °C
min: 26.4 °C
26.6 m/s
36.4 m/s
31.0 %
24.1 m
79.7 %
1,013 hPa
05:03:54
17:57:07
Dec. 18th 2024 Dec. 18th 2024 max: 27.8 °C
min: 26.6 °C
29.2 m/s
34.9 m/s
72.6 %
24.1 m
79.4 %
1,013 hPa
05:04:22
17:57:39
Dec. 19th 2024 Dec. 19th 2024 max: 27.2 °C
min: 26.5 °C
27.4 m/s
29.5 m/s
90.7 %
24.0 m
79.1 %
1,014 hPa
05:04:50
17:58:09

Cruises to Salvador

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Scheduled ship calls in Salvador, Brazil
Date Ship Arrival Departure Details
Dec. 10th 2024 Tuesday, 10th of Dec. 2024 MSC Grandiosa 08:00 am 05:00 pm
Dec. 11th 2024 Wednesday, 11th of Dec. 2024 MSC Orchestra 12:00 pm 11:00 pm
Dec. 15th 2024 Sunday, 15th of Dec. 2024 Costa Diadema 01:00 pm 08:00 pm
Dec. 17th 2024 Tuesday, 17th of Dec. 2024 MSC Grandiosa 08:00 am 05:00 pm
Dec. 17th 2024 Tuesday, 17th of Dec. 2024 MSC Orchestra 08:00 am 06:00 pm
Dec. 17th 2024 Tuesday, 17th of Dec. 2024 Norwegian Star 09:00 am 05:00 pm
Dec. 24th 2024 Tuesday, 24th of Dec. 2024 MSC Grandiosa 08:00 am 06:00 pm
Dec. 25th 2024 Wednesday, 25th of Dec. 2024 MSC Seaview 08:00 am 07:00 pm
Dec. 29th 2024 Sunday, 29th of Dec. 2024 MSC Grandiosa 03:00 pm 11:59 pm
Jan. 2nd 2025 Thursday, 2nd of Jan. 2025 MSC Orchestra 05:00 pm 11:59 pm
Jan. 3rd 2025 Friday, 3rd of Jan. 2025 MSC Orchestra 12:01 am 05:00 pm
Jan. 7th 2025 Tuesday, 7th of Jan. 2025 MSC Grandiosa 08:00 am 05:00 pm
Jan. 8th 2025 Wednesday, 8th of Jan. 2025 MSC Orchestra 08:00 am 06:00 pm
Jan. 9th 2025 Thursday, 9th of Jan. 2025 MS Artania 08:00 am 08:00 pm
Jan. 14th 2025 Tuesday, 14th of Jan. 2025 MSC Grandiosa 08:00 am 05:00 pm
Jan. 19th 2025 Sunday, 19th of Jan. 2025 MSC Magnifica 08:00 am 04:00 pm
Jan. 21st 2025 Tuesday, 21st of Jan. 2025 MSC Grandiosa 08:00 am 05:00 pm
Jan. 21st 2025 Tuesday, 21st of Jan. 2025 Seven Seas Mariner 10:00 am 07:00 pm
Jan. 22nd 2025 Wednesday, 22nd of Jan. 2025 MSC Orchestra 08:00 am 06:00 pm
Jan. 22nd 2025 Wednesday, 22nd of Jan. 2025 MSC Seaview 08:00 am 07:00 pm
Jan. 24th 2025 Friday, 24th of Jan. 2025 MS Insignia 07:00 am 04:00 pm
Jan. 28th 2025 Tuesday, 28th of Jan. 2025 MSC Grandiosa 08:00 am 05:00 pm
Feb. 2nd 2025 Sunday, 2nd of Feb. 2025 Queen Victoria 07:00 am 05:00 pm
Feb. 4th 2025 Tuesday, 4th of Feb. 2025 MSC Grandiosa 08:00 am 05:00 pm
Feb. 5th 2025 Wednesday, 5th of Feb. 2025 MSC Orchestra 08:00 am 06:00 pm
Feb. 7th 2025 Friday, 7th of Feb. 2025 MS Amera 08:00 am 06:00 pm
Feb. 11th 2025 Tuesday, 11th of Feb. 2025 MSC Grandiosa 08:00 am 05:00 pm
Feb. 12th 2025 Wednesday, 12th of Feb. 2025 MSC Orchestra 08:00 am 06:00 pm
Feb. 12th 2025 Wednesday, 12th of Feb. 2025 MSC Seaview 08:00 am 07:00 pm
Feb. 18th 2025 Tuesday, 18th of Feb. 2025 MSC Grandiosa 08:00 am 05:00 pm
Feb. 18th 2025 Tuesday, 18th of Feb. 2025 MSC Orchestra 08:00 am 06:00 pm
Feb. 25th 2025 Tuesday, 25th of Feb. 2025 MSC Grandiosa 08:00 am 05:00 pm
Feb. 26th 2025 Wednesday, 26th of Feb. 2025 MSC Seaview 08:00 am 07:00 pm
Mar. 3rd 2025 Monday, 3rd of Mar. 2025 Vasco da Gama 08:00 am 12:00 am
Mar. 4th 2025 Tuesday, 4th of Mar. 2025 MSC Grandiosa 08:00 am 05:00 pm
Mar. 4th 2025 Tuesday, 4th of Mar. 2025 MSC Orchestra 12:00 pm 11:59 pm
Mar. 4th 2025 Tuesday, 4th of Mar. 2025 Vasco da Gama 12:00 am 06:00 pm
Mar. 5th 2025 Wednesday, 5th of Mar. 2025 MSC Orchestra 12:01 am 12:00 pm
Mar. 6th 2025 Thursday, 6th of Mar. 2025 Azamara Journey 01:00 pm 10:00 pm
Mar. 11th 2025 Tuesday, 11th of Mar. 2025 MSC Grandiosa 08:00 am 05:00 pm
Mar. 12th 2025 Wednesday, 12th of Mar. 2025 MSC Seaview 08:00 am 07:00 pm
Mar. 16th 2025 Sunday, 16th of Mar. 2025 Seven Seas Splendor 08:00 am 05:00 pm
Mar. 18th 2025 Tuesday, 18th of Mar. 2025 MSC Grandiosa 08:00 am 05:00 pm
Mar. 18th 2025 Tuesday, 18th of Mar. 2025 Norwegian Star 09:00 am 05:00 pm
Mar. 22nd 2025 Saturday, 22nd of Mar. 2025 MS Volendam 08:00 am 03:00 pm
Mar. 25th 2025 Tuesday, 25th of Mar. 2025 MSC Grandiosa 08:00 am 05:00 pm
Mar. 29th 2025 Saturday, 29th of Mar. 2025 Costa Pacifica 02:00 pm 08:00 pm DetailsPartnerlink
Apr. 1st 2025 Tuesday, 1st of Apr. 2025 MSC Grandiosa 08:00 am 05:00 pm
Apr. 3rd 2025 Thursday, 3rd of Apr. 2025 MSC Armonia 08:00 am 05:00 pm
Apr. 7th 2025 Monday, 7th of Apr. 2025 Scenic Eclipse 12:00 am 12:00 am

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