Museu da Cidade, Salvador

Name: Museu da Cidade
Address: Largo do Pelourinho 3, Salvador, 40026-280, Brazil
Telephone: (71) 3321-1967

#75 among attractions in Salvador

Museum, Specialty museum, History museum

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The City Museum is a museum located in the Largo do Pelourinho area of Salvador in the state of Bahia. The museum was inaugurated on July 5, 1973 and tells the history of the city. The huge variety of pieces in the museum ranges from ancient to modern, from sacred to profane, and is responsible for demonstrating elements responsible for the artistic, religious, and cultural diversity of Salvador.

Coordinates: 12°58'18"S, 38°30'30"W

Address

Largo do Pelourinho 3Centro (Centro Histórico)Salvador 40026-280 Brazil

Contact

(71) 3321-1967

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Museu da Cidade open?

Museu da Cidade is open:

Monday 10 am - 5 pm
Tuesday 10 am - 5 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 5 pm
Thursday 10 am - 5 pm
Friday 10 am - 5 pm
Saturday closed
Sunday closed

Which popular attractions are close to Museu da Cidade?

Nearby attractions include Fundação Casa de Jorge Amado, Salvador (1 min walk), Solar Ferrão, Salvador (2 min walk), Igreja de Nossa Senhora do Rosário dos Homens Pretos, Salvador (2 min walk), Church of Saint Peter of the Clergymen, Salvador (3 min walk).

How to get to Museu da Cidade by public transport?

The nearest stations to Museu da Cidade:

Bus

Terminal Aquidabã (10 min walk)
Terminal da Barroquinha (14 min walk)

Metro

Campo da Pólvora • Lines: 1 (14 min walk)
Lapa • Lines: 1 (20 min walk)