Top Rated Shopping in Salvador

Since 1964, Perini has offered some of the best international and domestic products for the kitchen as well as their own handmade delights. The local chain has nine locations spread throughout the city and each one offers a unique twist on a theme, from pastries and delicacies to wine and liquor, eclecticism is the name of the game. In addition to local products, the stores are a great place to buy the perfect present for friends and family.

Elementais is a women's boutique store with locations throughout Northeastern Brazil. The designers are from Salvador and since 1992 they have dressed many stylish women in the city. Elementais has since opened up another 20 stores that feature simple, yet interesting skirts, blouses, shorts and bikinis. It is a great store for those looking to spruce up their wardrobe or for those looking for a great gift.

Bazar Som Três is a tiny music shop that carries what seems like the entire catalog of Brazilian music from 1930 to the present. If you are a fan of Brazilian music and its varied styles, you will find what you are looking for here. From Forró, Sertaneja, Choro, Samba, Lambada, Batucada, Frevo, the list is too exhaustive to mention it all. One added benefit, all of the discs and records are priced under 10BRL and the owners will also let you listen before you buy. If you happen to find yourself in the neighborhood of São Bento, step inside, you will not be disappointed.

On the Baixa dos Sapateiros, visitors may not see many shoemakers here, but they sure can find the best 'pechinchas' or deals on local products within the city of Salvador. Most of the shops ply electronic items such as cameras and cheap music players, yet you can find other items like dolls, clothes, sandals and trinkets for home. Over the years, the Baixa has lost some of its luster due to the larger malls like Shopping Iguatemi and Barra, but if you want to see where Salvadorans come to shop for bargains, this is the place.