Solar do Unhão, Salvador

#49 among attractions in Salvador

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Solar do Unhão (address: Avenida Contorno) is a place located in Salvador (Bahia state) and belongs to the category of museum.

It is situated at an altitude of 79 feet, and its geographical coordinates are 12°58'56"S latitude and 38°31'13"W longitude.

Planning a visit to this place, one can easily and conveniently get there by public transportation. Solar do Unhão is a short distance from the following public transport stations: Lapa (metro, 14 min walk), Terminal da Barroquinha (bus, 16 min walk).

Among other places and attractions worth visiting in the area are: Museum of Modern Art of Bahia (museum, 1 min walk), São Paulo da Gamboa Battery (museum, 6 min walk), Teatro Vila Velha (concerts and shows, 7 min walk).

Coordinates: 12°58'56"S, 38°31'13"W

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Avenida ContornoCentroSalvador Brazil

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Nearby attractions include: Museum of Modern Art of Bahia, Museu da Misericórdia, Rio Branco Palace, Basilica of the Immaculate Conception.

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Museum, Art museum, Specialty museum
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Museum, Baroque architecture, Colonial architecture
Museu da Misericórdia, Salvador
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Rio Branco Palace, Salvador
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Baroque architecture, Church, Historical place
Basilica of the Immaculate Conception, Salvador
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0.6 miE
Church, Baroque architecture, Colonial architecture
Metrô Lapa, Salvador
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0.8 miNE
Church, Baroque architecture, Colonial architecture
Chapel of the Holy Body, Salvador
21 min walk • Tucked away in the vibrant city of Salvador, Brazil, the Chapel of the Holy Body stands as a testament to the rich religious and cultural heritage of the region. This historic chapel, also known as Capela do Corpo Santo in Portuguese, is a significant landmark for both...
~1290 ftS
Concerts and shows, Theater
Teatro Vila Velha, Salvador
7 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Salvador, Brazil, Teatro Vila Velha stands as a testament to the vibrant cultural landscape of this historic city. Established in the 1960s, this theatre has become a central hub for artistic expression, offering a diverse array of performances...
~1220 ftSW
Museum, Colonial architecture
São Paulo da Gamboa Battery, Salvador
6 min walk • The São Paulo da Gamboa Battery is a military fortification located in Salvador, Bahia in Brazil. It is also known as the Fort of São Paulo da Gambôa, or simply the Fort of Gambôa.
0.9 miNE
Skyscraper, Modernist architecture
Caramuru Building, Salvador
22 min walk • The Caramuru Building is an office building in Salvador, Bahia, Brazil. It was designed by the architect Paulo Antunes Ribeiro for Prudência Capitalização, an insurance company. Construction began on the structure in 1946 and it opened in 1951.
0.8 miNE
Palace, Colonial architecture
Palace of Saldanha, Salvador
22 min walk • The Palace of Saldanha, is former residence in Salvador, Bahia, Brazil. It is located in the Historic Center of Salvador and was constructed in the early 18th century.
0.5 miNE
Church
Basilica of St. Sebastian, Salvador
12 min walk • The Basilica of St. Sebastian Also Basilica of Salvador It is the name given to a neoclassical religious building affiliated with the Catholic Church that functions as the abbey church of the Monastery of St. Benedict, in Salvador in Bahia, Brazil.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Solar do Unhão?

Nearby attractions include Museum of Modern Art of Bahia, Salvador (1 min walk), São Paulo da Gamboa Battery, Salvador (6 min walk), Instituto Feminino da Bahia, Salvador (9 min walk), Avenida Sete de Setembro, Salvador (9 min walk).

How to get to Solar do Unhão by public transport?

The nearest stations to Solar do Unhão:

Metro

Lapa • Lines: 1 (14 min walk)
Campo da Pólvora • Lines: 1 (23 min walk)

Bus

Terminal da Barroquinha (16 min walk)
Estação da Lapa (16 min walk)