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Memorial da Epopéia do Descobrimento
Down by the beach, just north of town, the Memorial da Epopéia do Descobrimento is a worthwhile stop. The park features a replica of the Portuguese ship…
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Porto Seguro
Historically, Porto Seguro is significant: it's the point where Portuguese sailors first landed in the land now known as Brazil. But apart from its small historic center, the city is more a popular destination for Brazilian and Argentinian package tourists – here for beach action and nightlife – and high schoolers on school-break holidays. Many travelers linger in town only long enough to catch the ferry toward the lovely coastline and mellow village of nearby Arraial d’Ajuda.
Explore Porto Seguro
- MMemorial da Epopéia do Descobrimento
Down by the beach, just north of town, the Memorial da Epopéia do Descobrimento is a worthwhile stop. The park features a replica of the Portuguese ship…
- CCidade Histórica
Motivation is required to climb the stairs to Porto Seguro's old town. Rewards include colorful historic buildings and sweeping views over the coastline…
- MMuseu de Porto Seguro
Housed in the former Câmara Municipal (Town Council), the Museu de Porto Seguro contains exhibits on Brazil’s early settlement, with rooms dedicated to…
- GGonçalo Coelho's Marker Stone
Marks the spot where the Portuguese explorer seized this stretch of coastline from native people in the early 16th century.
- CCapela de São Benedito
A simple church built by the Jesuits in the mid-16th century.
Top attractions
These are our favorite local haunts, touristy spots, and hidden gems throughout Porto Seguro.
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Memorial da Epopéia do Descobrimento
Down by the beach, just north of town, the Memorial da Epopéia do Descobrimento is a worthwhile stop. The park features a replica of the Portuguese ship…
See
Cidade Histórica
Motivation is required to climb the stairs to Porto Seguro's old town. Rewards include colorful historic buildings and sweeping views over the coastline…
See
Museu de Porto Seguro
Housed in the former Câmara Municipal (Town Council), the Museu de Porto Seguro contains exhibits on Brazil’s early settlement, with rooms dedicated to…
See
Gonçalo Coelho's Marker Stone
Marks the spot where the Portuguese explorer seized this stretch of coastline from native people in the early 16th century.
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