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Hire a car in Salvador and make the Bahia state capital yours to explore. Discover this Brazilian haven with your Hertz ride today.
With its vibrant culture and heritage, there are abundant attractions to indulge in. Visit the Pelourinho, a historic site filled with colourful cobbled streets, witness the architectural splendour in the magnificent Basílica do Senhor do Bonfim, or you can relax at one of the many golden beaches.
Whether it’s for the weekend or longer, you can select an electric car hire for your Salvador escapade. If old school is more your thing, we have gasoline cars too. Choose from our range of SUVs, sedans, and hatchbacks – with Hertz, there’s a car for every situation.
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Driving in and around Salvador
Parking in Salvador
- Edifício Fernandez Plaza (41194-105) has 150 spaces and is close to the Universo Universidade Salgado de Oliveira, Universo Salvador.
- Empresarial Convention Center (40279-435) is near Parque Bela Vista with 85 spaces.
- Avenida Antônio Carlos (40280-000) is next to UCI Orient Shopping da Bahia with 230 spaces for your Hertz car hire.
Charging point locations in Salvador
There are four charging stations for your electric car hire in Salvador. Benefit from a quiet vehicle that’s free from the carbon load. Both you and the locals can enjoy your whisper-quietride.
Key roads in Salvador
- BR-101 is 3,000 miles long spanning the length of the country’s coast, crossing 12 states which also includes Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo.
- BA-099 has good links that lead to the south of the Bahia state to Aracaju across a total of 221 miles of road.
- BR-324 goes through Bahia, Piauí, Balsas, and Maranhão over 789 miles. There are some tolled areas of this road.
How to get from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro
It takes just over a day to drive the 1,017 miles from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro.
- Get onto the BR-324 and continue here until you reach the BR-116.
- Follow the BR-116 to Avenida Rodrigues Alves in Santo Cristo, Rio de Janeiro.
- Take the exit from Viaduto do Gasômetro.
How to get from Salvador to Belo Horizonte
Salvador is a 20-hour drive from Belo Horizonte, just get on the BR-116, then join the BR-381. Please note – this road has tolls.
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A quick guide to Salvador
Wish Hotel da Bahia
Avenida Sete de Setembro 1537, Salvador, State of Bahia 40080-001
Enjoy valet parking, a free stay for the kids, and soundproof rooms in this relaxing hotel. You’re just a stone’s throw away from attractions such as Basílica e Santuário Nossa Senhora da Conceição da Praia and Basilica Cathedral.
Monte Pascoal Praia Hotel
Avenida Oceânica, 591 - Barra, Salvador - BA, 40170-010
The beach is your backyard here, with an indoor play area for the kids too. Breakfast is free, so you can indulge in Brazilian delights as a perfect way to start your day. You can even get a quick sweat on in the gym to stay in shape during your travels.
Hotel Deville Prime Salvador
Rua Passargada No Number, Salvador, State of Bahia 41620-430
Kick your feet and enjoy the air-conditioned rooms, to help keep things cool during the summer months. If you’re celebrating your honeymoon here, there’s a bridal suite designed especially for newlyweds.
Camarada Camarão Salvador Shopping
Avenida Centenário 2992 Chame-chame, Salvador, State of Bahia 40140-902
Brazil has a delightful gastronomic scene, and this restaurant is well-known for its seafood offering. The chain has restaurants in multiple locations throughout the country, including two in Salvador. Enjoy the likes of grilled shrimp skewers, acarajezinho, and salmon tartare.
Di Liana
Rua Macapa 314 Ondina, Salvador, State of Bahia 40170-150
There’s a whole host of other cuisines from around the world represented in Salvador too, including this Italian bistro. With generous portions and a vibrant setting, you’re sure to tantalize your tastebuds. There’s also a good amount of vegetarian options for those on a plant-based diet.
La Pulperia - Parrilla Argentina
Rua Novo Horizonte 39 Ladeira do Acupe, Salvador, State of Bahia 40290-735
They may be big rivals in football, but Argentinians and Brazilians do have one thing in common – a love of steak. Enjoy the grilled culinary delights done in the neighbouring country’s way. Outdoor seating lets you eat in the sunshine.
Elevador Lacerda
Praça Tomé de Souza, S/N - Centro, Salvador - BA, 40020-000
Seeming like a lift to the heavens, this 73.5-meter-high elevator takes you from the bottom part of the city to the top. Once you get up there, you can enjoy the gorgeous panoramic vistas of the city’s skyline. The city is known as the two-story city, the elevator is a link between the two levels.
Pelourinho
This historic corner neighbourhood is decorated with colourful buildings and major attractions such as the Church of the Rosary of the Black People. The architecture is a reminder of Brazil’s colonial past. It’s often cited as being a ‘city within a city’, there’s cobblestone streets, eateries, cafes and much more here.
Joventino Silva City Park
Av. Antônio Carlos Magalhães, s/n - Itaigara, Salvador - BA, 41815-420
Enjoy lush green space with the whole family. Stretch your legs and enjoy a nice stroll whilst breathing in the fresh scents of the local flora. Whether picnicking or strolling, the park is a great asset to the city, offering green spaces for its residents and visitors.
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