Ribeira Beach

Considered one of the most charming beaches in Salvador, Praia da Ribeira has a very calm bay, where the water is nearly mirrored at times and is used for training and competitions for waters sports such as rowing, sailing and canoeing competitions where the calm water is a necessity for the competitions.  Previously the calm waters of the cove had been used for landing airplanes, and today the old station that received the planes has been turned into a seaside restaurant.  The entire area is bustling with night entertainment, bars, and restaurants serving local cuisine.

The area is also home to many fishing boats, and it's not uncommon to see hundreds of fishing boats in the harbour, as this was originally a fishing village and still has ties to the fishing industry.  The area finally became a summer recreational city in the early twentieth century.

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Ilhas Bimbarras (beach) - Access is via boat only, the island is 17 nautical miles from Salvador and is part of an eco tourism project in the Bay of all Saints.    The project on Ilhas Bimbarras is an example of preservation of rain forest, based on the principle of balance that exists in the whole ecosystem, where man must not only occupy it in a rational way, but retrieve it and preserve it. This project is characterized by its self-sustai... Address: Ilha Bimbarras Madre de Deus - BA Distance: 1.54km from the Ribeira Beach
Ilha de Madre de Deus (beach) - ISLE OF MOTHER OF GOD   This island is roughly 70 km away from Salvador, with access via car or bus.    It is a city of great importance due to the existence of the maritime terminal of Petrobras. They are part of the City Guard and Maria Island beach Suape. Most notable are the buildings at the top of the Matrix, the homes of Peter and Laudelino Pinheiro Gomes, and on the beach in the House of Suape Tw... Address: Madre de Deus - BA Distance: 1.95km from the Ribeira Beach
Isle of Friars (beach) - Declared an ecological reserve in 1982, the Isle of Friars occupies an area of ​​approximately 1,335 hectares, with many beautiful beaches, palm trees, lakes, waterfalls and typical Atlantic vegetation including many native Brazilian trees.  You can actually walk around the entire island on foot at low tide. Marine tourism and recreational sports are heavily practiced here, thanks to the quiet beaches.  Scuba diving... Address: Ilha dos Frades Salvador - BA Distance: 7.32km from the Ribeira Beach

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Recanto Tome Pousada Hotel Recanto Tome Pousada Hotel is perfectly located for both business and leisure guests in Salvador. The hotel offers guests a range of services and amenities designed to provide comfort and convenience. To be found at the hotel are bar/pub, 24hr room service. The well-appointed guestrooms feature non smoking rooms. Entertain the hotel's recreational facilities, including garden, outdoor pool. No mat...

Hotel Kirymure Hotel Kirymure is a popular choice amongst travelers in Itaparica, whether exploring or just passing through. Featuring a complete list of amenities, guests will find their stay at the property a comfortable one. To be found at the hotel are bar/pub, business center, restaurant, shops. Each guestroom is elegantly furnished and equipped with handy amenities. Recuperate from a full day of sightseein...

Pousada Tropicalia Hotel Set in a prime location of Itaparica, Pousada Tropicalia Hotel puts everything the city has to offer just outside your doorstep. Both business travelers and tourists can enjoy the hotel's facilities and services. Facilities like pets allowed, bar/pub, 24hr room service, restaurant, business center are readily available for you to enjoy. Relax in your comfortable guestroom, featuring non smoking ro...

Pousada Das Flores Hotel Discover all that Salvador has to offer with Pousada Das Flores Hotel as a base. The Pousada Das Flores Hotel boasts a convenient location with modern amenities in every guestroom and superb service. Each of the hotel's guestrooms offers air conditioning, internet access (wireless), in room safe, television, shower, mini bar, balcony/terrace. This Salvador accommodation contains all of the facilit...