Fundação Gregório de Mattos, Salvador

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Fundação Gregório de Mattos (address: Praça Castro Alves, S/N) is a place located in Salvador (Bahia state) and belongs to the category of museum.

It is situated at an altitude of 194 feet, and its geographical coordinates are 12°58'35"S latitude and 38°30'51"W longitude.

Planning a visit to this place, one can easily and conveniently get there by public transportation. Fundação Gregório de Mattos is a short distance from the following public transport stations: Terminal da Barroquinha (bus, 6 min walk), Lapa (metro, 12 min walk).

Among other places and attractions worth visiting in the area are: Basilica of the Immaculate Conception (baroque architecture, 2 min walk), Chapel of Our Lady of Help (church, 3 min walk), Rio Branco Palace (palace, 4 min walk).

Coordinates: 12°58'35"S, 38°30'51"W

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Praça Castro Alves, S/NCentro (Centro Histórico)Salvador Brazil

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Fundação Gregório de Mattos – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Museu da Misericórdia, Igreja de São Domingos de Gusmão, Rio Branco Palace, Cathedral of Salvador.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Fundação Gregório de Mattos?

Nearby attractions include Basilica of the Immaculate Conception, Salvador (2 min walk), Chapel of Our Lady of Help, Salvador (3 min walk), Rio Branco Palace, Salvador (4 min walk), Ladeira da Preguiça, Salvador (4 min walk).

How to get to Fundação Gregório de Mattos by public transport?

The nearest stations to Fundação Gregório de Mattos:

Bus

Terminal da Barroquinha (6 min walk)
Estação da Lapa (13 min walk)

Metro

Lapa • Lines: 1 (12 min walk)
Campo da Pólvora • Lines: 1 (13 min walk)