Salvador is the capital of Bahia in North-eastern Brazil. The city has the largest carnival in the world and is famed for the vibrancy of its nightlife and musical scene. Afro-Brazilian culture is dominant in Salvador, and the city is rife with colourful colonial architecture, leading it to be labelled as something of a party city.
The neighbourhood of Pelourinho is UNESCO listed, and You'll find plenty of restaurants and amenities with plenty of local flavour. The beaches here are world renowned, and make car hire in Salvador a necessity. Porto da Barra Beach is a short drive from the city centre.
Salvador has a wealth of attractions that suit all types of visitors to the city. The beaches are world renowned: Porto da Barra Beach, Flamengo Beach and Farol da Barra Beach are all tempting and a fine reason for hiring a car in Salvador. Those in search of history should seek out the São Francisco Church, and the Largo do Pelourinho. Anyone who likes to shop will love Salvador's fine list of shopping malls including the highly acclaimed Shopping Salvador.
If you want a bit of peace, away from the tourist throng, rent a car in Salvador and head for the Praia do Forte, which is a quiet and beautiful fishing village to the north.
