Museu de Arqueologia e Etnologia, Salvador

Name: Museu de Arqueologia e Etnologia
Address: Largo Terreiro de Jesus, S/N, Salvador, 40026-010, Brazil
Telephone: +55 71 3283-5530

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Museu de Arqueologia e Etnologia (address: Largo Terreiro de Jesus, S/N) is a place located in Salvador (Bahia state) and belongs to the category of museum.

It is situated at an altitude of 223 feet, and its geographical coordinates are 12°58'21"S latitude and 38°30'36"W longitude.

Planning a visit to this place, one can easily and conveniently get there by public transportation. Museu de Arqueologia e Etnologia is a short distance from the following public transport stations: Terminal da Barroquinha (bus, 12 min walk), Campo da Pólvora (metro, 13 min walk).

Among other places and attractions worth visiting in the area are: Museu Afro-Brasileiro (museum, 1 min walk), Terreiro de Jesus (memorial, 1 min walk), Cathedral of Salvador (baroque architecture, 2 min walk).

Coordinates: 12°58'21"S, 38°30'36"W

Address

Largo Terreiro de Jesus, S/NCentro (Centro Histórico)Salvador 40026-010 Brazil

Contact

+55 71 3283-5530

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Museu de Arqueologia e Etnologia open?

Museu de Arqueologia e Etnologia is open:

Monday 9 am - 5 pm
Tuesday 9 am - 5 pm
Wednesday 9 am - 5 pm
Thursday 9 am - 5 pm
Friday 9 am - 5 pm
Saturday closed
Sunday closed

Which popular attractions are close to Museu de Arqueologia e Etnologia?

Nearby attractions include Museu Afro-Brasileiro, Salvador (1 min walk), Terreiro de Jesus, Salvador (1 min walk), Cathedral of Salvador, Salvador (2 min walk), Church of Saint Peter of the Clergymen, Salvador (2 min walk).

How to get to Museu de Arqueologia e Etnologia by public transport?

The nearest stations to Museu de Arqueologia e Etnologia:

Bus

Terminal da Barroquinha (12 min walk)
Terminal Aquidabã (13 min walk)

Metro

Campo da Pólvora • Lines: 1 (13 min walk)
Lapa • Lines: 1 (18 min walk)