Overview
The Museu de Arte Sacra, housed in the 17th-century Santa Teresa Convent in the Dois de Julho district and run by the Federal University of Bahia, holds one of Brazil's most important collections of colonial religious art. Gilded wood carvings, statues of saints, silver liturgical objects, and azulejo tiles from the 17th-19th centuries in Baroque and Rococo styles are on display, and the convent building itself remains remarkably well preserved. The site has undergone facility requalification that may affect current operations, so checking official channels before visiting is especially important. Tuesdays are reported as a free admission day.
💰 Tickets
Adults R$10, half-price R$5, reportedly free on Tuesdays. Prices may change; verifying before visiting is essential.
🎟️ Check ticket prices →Opening Hours
Mon-Fri 11:30-17:00 (subject to change due to facility requalification; checking the official site before visiting is essential).
Travel Tips
Facility changes may affect hours, so check the official channel (mas.ufba.br) before visiting. Photography is not allowed inside. Take advantage of free admission on Tuesdays.
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🇰🇷 Tips for Korean Travelers
Practical info for Korean travelers heading to Salvador, Brazil from Seoul (ICN).
Korean Passport · Visa
Check visa rules for Brazil on the Korean MOFA travel advisory site before flying — visa-free, visa-on-arrival or e-visa rules change often. Keep at least 6 months of passport validity.
Flight from Incheon (ICN)
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Korean Community · Korean Food
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Attractions near Museu de Arte Sacra da Bahia
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Things to Do in Salvador
Capoeira Class Experience
Learn capoeira basics and instruments from a local mestre in Salvador, the birthplace of this martial art. Experience the essence of Afro-Brazilian culture that blends fighting, dance, and music.
Olodum Drum Performance
Watch the Olodum Afro-Brazilian drum group perform live every Tuesday evening in Pelourinho. The powerful drumming parade through the streets is a Salvador highlight.
Bahian Cooking Class
Cook authentic Bahian dishes like acarajé, moqueca, and vatapá with a local chef. The class starts with ingredient shopping at Feira de São Joaquim and ends with a shared meal.