Our Lady of Mount Serrat Fort (Forte de Nossa Senhora de Monte Serrat)

Overview

Our Lady of Mount Serrat Fort, also known as Forte de Nossa Senhora de Monte Serrat, is a historic fort located on a hill overlooking the Baía de Todos-os-Santos. It offers panoramic views of the bay and the city of Salvador.

The fort was built in the 17th century to protect the city from invaders and is an important part of Brazil's colonial history.

Historical Site Viewpoint

Location

Address

Ponta de, Barbalho, Salvador, Bahia

Neighborhood: Barbalho

Coordinates

-12.983700, -38.497200

Visiting Information

Opening Hours

monday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

tuesday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

wednesday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

thursday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

friday 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM

saturday 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

sunday 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Admission

Adults

R$20

Children

R$10

Best Time to Visit

Overall Best Period

March-May

Best Time of Day

Early morning

fewer crowds

Duration Recommendations

Minimum

1 hour

Recommended

2-3 hours

Full Experience

half day

Seasonal Highlights

spring

mild

• flowers
• gardens

summer

hot

• extended hours

autumn

cool

• fall colors

winter

hot and humid

• holiday lights

Know Before You Go

Essential Information

Book ahead
Bring ID
Check weather

What to Bring

essential

ID water tickets

seasonal

jacket umbrella

not allowed

large bags drones

Health & Safety

Physical Requirements: moderate

• stairs

Medical facilities: first aid available

Payment Information

Accepted

cash, cards

Currency

Brazilian Real (BRL)

Typical Costs

entry R$10

parking R$15

food R$25

souvenirs R$30

Dress Code

casual, comfortable shoes, walking shoes, inappropriate clothing

Booking Tips

• 2 weeks
• official website
• 48 hours
• available

Amenities

Restrooms

Gift shop

Atm

Wifi

Lockers

Wheelchair rental

Stroller rental

On site restaurant

Cafe

Picnic areas

Outside food allowed

Digital Services

Mobile App

Official App

Size: 50 MB

Features: Map, Audio guide, Tickets

Platforms: iOS, Android

WiFi Zones: Visitor center, Cafe

Charging Stations: Rest areas

How to Reach

From Airport

Nearest: Deputado Luís Eduardo Magalhães International Airport

Distance: 25 km

Travel Time: 30 minutes

taxi

R$150 30 min

public_transport

R$10 45 min

From City Center

Distance: 5 km

metro

R$5 15 min

bus

R$3 20 min

taxi

R$25 10 min

Local Insights

Cultural Context

Why Locals Love It: Historic importance

Historical Significance: Important events happened here

Insider Tips

Free entry early morning
Best food at back entrance

Local Recommendations

• Try local cafe
• Ask for guide John

Language Help

Useful Phrases

hello Olá

thank_you Obrigado

where_is Onde está

how_much Quanto custa

beautiful Bonito

ticket Ingresso

Guide Languages: Portuguese, English, Spanish

Photography Guide

Best Photo Spots

Main entrance

Best Time: Golden hour

Tips: Low angle

Result: Great shot

#travel #history #salvador

Photography Rules

allowed areas outdoor areas

prohibited areas exhibitions

flash photography not allowed

commercial photography permit needed

drone policy prohibited

tripod policy restricted

selfie sticks allowed

Nearby Attractions

Farol da Barra

Distance: 1km

Walking: 15 min

Type: Lighthouse

Praia do Farol da Barra

Distance: 1.2km

Walking: 20 min

Type: Beach

Reviews

4.5

Based on 1,000 reviews

Recent Visitor Tips

"Book online"
"Visit early"
"Great views"

Contact Information

+55 71 3329-7000

info@fortemonserrat.com

www.fortemonserrat.com

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