All historic houses to visit in Salvador

Step into the past at 11 historic houses in Salvador. These preserved homes offer a glimpse into the lives of notable figures and everyday people from different eras.

Are you interested in exploring historic homes? Here are the must-see historic houses in Salvador:

  1. Barra Lighthouse1

    Barra Lighthouse

     Salvador
    The Barra Lighthouse, also known as the Santo Antônio Lighthouse, is a significant landmark located in Salvador, Bahia, Brazil. It is situated at the entrance of the Bay of All Saints, offering a strategic viewpoint of the surrounding area. This location makes it a popular spot for tourists who are interested in exploring the historical and natural beauty of Salvador.
  2. Jorge Amado House2

    Jorge Amado House

     Salvador
    The Jorge Amado House Foundation is a non-profit, non-governmental organization located in Salvador, Bahia, Brazil. It is a cultural institution that offers various activities and serves as a research center with documentation about Jorge Amado, Zélia Gattai, and Bahian literature. The foundation's mission is to preserve, research, and disseminate the bibliographic and artistic collections of Jorge Amado, as well as to encourage and support studies and research on the writer's life and on Bahian art and literature.
  3. Casa do Rio Vermelho3

    Casa do Rio Vermelho

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    Casa do Rio Vermelho, also known as Casa de Jorge Amado, is a significant cultural site in Salvador, Bahia. This was the residence of the renowned writer couple Jorge Amado and Zélia Gattai. The house is located in the vibrant neighborhood of Rio Vermelho, on Alagoinhas Street.
  4. Rodin Bahia Arts Palace4

    Rodin Bahia Arts Palace

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    The Rodin Bahia Museum is situated in the Graça neighborhood of Salvador, within the Palacete do Comendador Bernardo Martins Catharino. This location is not only a museum but also a historical site, offering visitors a chance to explore the rich history of Salvador while appreciating the works of the French sculptor Auguste Rodin.
  5. Forte de Santa Maria5

    Forte de Santa Maria

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    The Forte de Santa Maria is a historical site located off the beach of Porto da Barra, in the Barra neighborhood. This location was the original port of the city of Salvador, situated on the coast of the state of Bahia, in Brazil. The fort offers a glimpse into the country's past and is a significant landmark in the region.
  6. Rio Branco Palace6

    Rio Branco Palace

     Salvador
    The Rio Branco Palace, one of the oldest palaces in Brazil, is located in Salvador, in the Tomé de Sousa square. This historic site was once the seat of government for the State of Bahia. Its location in the heart of Salvador makes it easily accessible for tourists, and its rich history adds to the cultural significance of the city.
  7. Bahia Naútico Museum7

    Bahia Naútico Museum

     Salvador
    A majestic fort with a lighthouse and an amazing well run nautic museum, this place is a must visit for anyone visiting Salvador.
  8. Museu de Arqueologia e Etnologia da Universidade Federal da Bahia8

    Museu de Arqueologia e Etnologia da Universidade Federal da Bahia

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    The Museu de Arqueologia e Etnologia (MAE) is situated in the vibrant city of Salvador. Specifically, it can be found at the Largo Terreiro de Jesus, housed within the building of the Faculty of Medicine of the Federal University of Bahia, in the historic district of Pelourinho. This location is not only central but also steeped in history, making it an interesting destination for tourists.
  9. Museum of Mercy9

    Museum of Mercy

     Salvador
    Housed in a stunning 17th century edifice that also served as the first hospital in Brazil, its guided tours show marvelous works of art.
  10. Museu Abelardo Rodrigues10

    Museu Abelardo Rodrigues

     Salvador
    The Museu Abelardo Rodrigues is a Brazilian museum that is situated in the Solar Ferrão, in the historic district of Pelourinho, Salvador. This location is not only significant for its historical and architectural value but also for its cultural significance as it is in the heart of Salvador's old town.
  11. Forte São Paulo da Gamboa11

    Forte São Paulo da Gamboa

     Salvador
    The Forte de São Paulo da Gamboa is a historic site located in the heart of Salvador, on the coast of the Brazilian state of Bahia. This fort dates back to a battery built from 1646, named after a gamboa or ditch on which it was built. The current structure was initiated in the government of the viceroy D. Pedro Antônio de Noronha Albuquerque and Sousa (1714-1718) and was completed in 1720.