Free Afro Tour: Black Salvador
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Salvador Roma Negra is an in-depth walk through the Historic Center that goes beyond colonial aesthetics, revealing the technology, spirituality and resistance of the African peoples who built Brazil's identity.
Steps of Resistance from the pier to Pelourinho, where Brazil began as an African country.
Memories of crossing the Atlantic, the origin of the Candomblé terreiros (Afro-Brazilian religion). Our historical journey is focused on the Afrocentric experience.
- Secrets of the city by the bay, history, struggle and Axé. - Ancestral Footprints: A Dive into Black Salvador. - Guided by a native specialist in African matrices.
"Forget the obvious route." As a researcher and student of black history, I invite you to walk the streets that were the scene of revolts, faith and resistance.
Let's find out together why Salvador is the largest black city outside of Africa, connecting past and present through the eyes of those who live in the city.
Meeting point
Casa do Benin
Before you go
- Length
- About 2h
- Languages
- Portuguese, Spanish, English
- Usual start times
- 15:00, 15:05 (Salvador time)
- Coming up
- 120 departures in 3 months, 20 this week
Questions about this tour
How much does this tour cost?
Nothing up front. You book for free and tip your guide at the end. Many travellers tip around €5 to €15 per person, depending on the length and quality of the tour.
How long does it take?
About 2h.
Where does it start?
The meeting point is Casa do Benin . The map on this page shows the exact spot.
What languages is it in?
Upcoming departures are in Portuguese, Spanish and English. Pick your language in the calendar to see only those.
When does it run?
120 departures are listed in the next three months, 20 of them in the next 7 days, usually at 15:00 and 15:05. Times are local to Salvador.
Do I need to book?
Booking is a good idea: groups are limited and popular times fill up. Create a free Tripsora account, pick a day and time, and press Book to finish with the tour provider.
Can I bring my dog?
The tour provider lists this tour as pet friendly.
Other free tours in Salvador
- Free Tour of Salvador’s History & African Culture 4.8 ★ (110) · 2h 30min
- Centro Histórico Pelourinho Free Tour: From Past to Present 4.8 ★ (53) · 2h 30min
- Salvador Free Tour: Paths of Resistance 4.5 ★ (9) · 2h
- Free Tour en Salvador: Discover the Pelourinho 4.4 ★ (9) · 2h 30min
- Getting to know Pelourinho, Free Tour of Brazil's First Capital 2h
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