Elevator Lacerda
Elevator Lacerda
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6:00 AM - 11:00 PM
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6:00 AM - 11:00 PM
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6:00 AM - 11:00 PM
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6:00 AM - 11:00 PM
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6:00 AM - 11:00 PM
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7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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- Marcos KIvoti, RS962 contributionsPostcardIt's Salvador's postcard, the photos are really spectacular. However, the big problem is that they always want to offer you things (Bahians wanting to take photos, street vendors, children asking for things). As for the elevator, there's nothing special about it, you pay R$0.15 to go up or down, but it's an elevator like any other.Visited September 2023Traveled with familyWritten June 19, 2024
- Michelle S1 contributionExploring the Vibrant City of SalvadorI visited Salvador in June 2021 with my mom. Let me share my thoughts on this vibrant city.We explored several fascinating spots, including Pelourinho, Elevador Lacerda, and Mercado Modelo. We also enjoyed the beautiful beaches, such as Porto da Barra and Farol da Barra.I was really impressed by the rich cultural heritage of Pelourinho. The highlight for me was the historic architecture and lively atmosphere. It exceeded my expectations in showcasing the local culture. Elevador Lacerda offers a unique view of the city and is a quick way to travel between the upper and lower parts of Salvador.However, I was a bit disappointed with the heavy traffic, which can be quite cumbersome. It fell short of my expectations in terms of ease of travel within the city.In conclusion, our trip to Salvador was amazing, filled with rich culture, beautiful sights, and delicious food. I highly recommend visiting this wonderful city. If you enjoy history and vibrant local culture, you’ll definitely like Salvador.On a scale of 1 to 5, I would rate this trip ★★★★☆. My mom and I had a great time and would suggest Salvador to anyone looking to explore Brazil's cultural gems.Visited July 2024Traveled on businessWritten July 28, 2024
- Brazelina CRio de Janeiro, RJ2 contributionsElevated Lacerda: Closed for reformsThe Elevator Lacerda is part of Salvador’s tradition. It's not pretty, but we always want to meet. I already knew, I went with my husband. It was closed, in repairs. We climbed a sloping plane and landed near the Carnival Museum and the Terreiro de Jesus.Visited October 2024Traveled as a coupleWritten October 20, 2024
- Barbara MendesSao Jose Do Rio Preto, SP387 contributionsThe view from the top of the elevator with the model market below!Same thing with Bonfim church, after the pandemic the place became unbearable. With a lot of salesman approaching you all the time. You're forced to buy stalls and put the tape on. Even if you say you don't want to, you can't. And if you say: not much thanks, they don't like it and offend you. The place is good for those who have never been, it is worth taking a photo from the top, which in the background has the model market. This time the elevator was closed, so we climbed from the model market to the top of the elevator. I do not recommend going on foot, because the place is with several street residents, who are approaching you all the time.Visited November 2024Traveled with familyWritten November 11, 2024
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Edward D.
Lucena, PB4,536 contributions
Oct 2022
The Lacerda Elevator is an iconic symbol of Salvador and is on the list of every tourist who visits the city. Built between 1869 and 1873, it was originally a hydraulic elevator, later being converted to electricity in 1906. The outside of the 2 towers was renovated in 1930, which explains why it has an Art Deco look.
It costs 15 centavos (3 cents US) to ride the 236 feet (72 meters) in about 30 seconds. The problem is when you get down, there are a bunch of people asking for money and trying to sell things, so if you do go down, just be polite, but firm and say “no” (if you give them an inch, they'll take a kilometer).
It costs 15 centavos (3 cents US) to ride the 236 feet (72 meters) in about 30 seconds. The problem is when you get down, there are a bunch of people asking for money and trying to sell things, so if you do go down, just be polite, but firm and say “no” (if you give them an inch, they'll take a kilometer).
Written November 6, 2022
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RandyRoss
Ridgetown, Canada12,815 contributions
Feb 2020
This is the best way to get up to the old city and for 15 Reals (each way) it is a real bargain. Before we left our cruise ship they warned of pickpockets (and I was careful) but this did not seem to be a problem. The ride up was quick and easy and there was not much of a lineup.
Written May 14, 2020
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Jéssica Brandini
Curitiba, PR49 contributions
Oct 2023 • Family
It's a classic tourist spot, so it's worth a visit. The view is very beautiful and at sunset, it gets even cooler, because the sun sets right behind the elevator. The lowest rating is due to the street vendors in the region who sound quite insistent and “force” you to consume. Pay attention to the guys who are doing body painting. They are already doing it and want to charge a very abusive price.
Written October 19, 2023
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Tupelo010835
Denton, TX1,926 contributions
Jan 2020
We were told that this was a must to visit. We did and enjoyed it throughly. It's a quick trip up (and down) and extremely inexpensive. We were there early in the morning and found not much happening once we got "topside" but that changed quickly as things got busy as the morning wore on.
Great place to visit!
Great place to visit!
Written March 9, 2020
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Prefeitura Municipal do Salvador
Written March 11, 2020
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charles s
Atlanta, GA84 contributions
Feb 2023
It's an elevator, just like the name says. More interesting as a means of vertical transportation than as an attraction. The views from the top are great but they're great everywhere at the edge of the cliff.
The most interesting was the ticket seller selling tickets for something like 15 centavos and giving each customer a receipt. She took her job very seriously. I doubt the ticket sales cover the salaries of the two ticket sellers -- one at the bottom, another at the top.
The most interesting was the ticket seller selling tickets for something like 15 centavos and giving each customer a receipt. She took her job very seriously. I doubt the ticket sales cover the salaries of the two ticket sellers -- one at the bottom, another at the top.
Written February 24, 2023
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454lindylou
Central Portugal, Portugal916 contributions
Apr 2023 • Couples
It's a bit like the Santa Justa elevator in Lisbon, just not as ornate, in the fact it is on the outside with a bridge above to reach that part of town. The Lacerda lift is very cheap, if you are over 65 it's free, and so is travel on the onibus in SdB. SbD is a very pretty and colourful town with lots of cafés and restaurants, beautiful architecture, some well maintained, some in the state of decay near the port. We went to Pelourinha Square which is very pretty with it's cobbled streets, little bars and souvenir shops. SdB was once a slave trading town with people being brought from the African continent, so it has a distinct heritage. Many of the local ladies wear traditional dress of large hoped skirts and pantaloons underneath. A great place to visit.
Written May 9, 2023
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travelbug001_11
Los Angeles, CA72 contributions
Feb 2023
It looks pretty cool from the outside so take your pictures of that. And it serves the totally functional purpose of getting you up/down the hill fast and super-cheaply. But if you're looking for a cool ride or awesome views from the elevator, you're out of luck. It's just a totally enclosed elevator that feels like any other elevator.
If you want a bit more of an experience, plus some views, and you don't mind heading up the road for it, try the funicular, which also connects the upper and lower cities. (We also had a very attractive, charming funicular operator, but you might not be that lucky.)
If you want a bit more of an experience, plus some views, and you don't mind heading up the road for it, try the funicular, which also connects the upper and lower cities. (We also had a very attractive, charming funicular operator, but you might not be that lucky.)
Written March 16, 2023
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Jackson_
Foz do Iguacu, PR1,629 contributions
Nov 2023 • Couples
The first and tallest at the time, built in 1873, that is, 150 years ago, that's why it doesn't have a panoramic view, there was no technology like that at that time. It serves to connect the lower x upper city of the city of Salvador. It costs 0.15 cents. Have cash on hand or buy water nearby to make change.
Written November 5, 2023
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MelBr75
Curitiba, PR1,786 contributions
Jan 2020 • Family
The Elevator offers an amazing bay view. You must pay 15 cents to get in. There is a collector at the door but they don’t provide change. Very quick to get down. It’s a little crowded since the locals use a lot.
Written January 5, 2020
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Salvador City Hall
Written January 15, 2020
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Miri V
Madrid, Spain4,491 contributions
Jul 2023 • Couples
We used this elevator to go down from the historic center to the Mercado Modelo and the port. It has a symbolic price that we pay in cash at the entrance. There is no glass inside the elevator, so you can't see anything during the descent. It's going up and down all the time, so we didn't have to wait.
Written September 6, 2023
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Natalia Riaño
Mexico City, Mexico
Es que está mal si es visto como una atracción turística, es el medio de transporte de muchos bahianos que van de la parte alta a parte baja de la ciudad, es como llegar a otra ciudad del mundo y decir " me depcioné del metro, es un simple metro" pues si porque es eso, un medio de transporte. Nada que ver este comentario la verdad
Written March 29, 2023
Gente tenho uma viagem marcada pra Salvador pro dia 25 de março, soube q está em lockdown , mas vejo gebte viajando é postando fotos , minha dúvida e ,da pra visitar os pontos turísticos, mesmo em lockdown ? Por favor me situem de tudo que puderem pra me ajudar, se devo ou não ir pra Salvador... Quero muito
Written March 10, 2021
Não tem, mas nas proximidades tem o Mercado Modelo que tem sanitários, e na parte de cima o Comércio de Bares e Restaurantes é bem perto.
Written August 27, 2019
Nomad14333302188
Federal District
quanto custar subir elevador lacerda e se tem fila grande?
Written July 22, 2019
Continua os 0,15 e praticamente sem fila ! Acabei de retornar. Fotos no insta
Written December 27, 2019
Quanto tempo do elevador até o farol da barra?
Written January 21, 2019
Dá cerca de uns 20 minutinhos de ônibus dependendo do trânsito!! Salvador tem um trânsito carregado..
Written January 22, 2019
Quanto tempo do elevador até o farol da barra?
Written January 21, 2019
Próximo! Apenas 5 Km. Uber, Táxi 15 minutos
Ônibus uns 30 min, caminhada 01 hora, indo pela Av. Carlos Gomes, Campo Grande, Corredor da Vitória Ladeira da Barra.
Written January 22, 2019
ahh, demasiado tiempo sin estar x acà.
Written March 15, 2019
Cuál es la dirección del elevador? Es corto el trayecto con República de Chile N° 2?
Written January 26, 2018
El Elevador es un punto Turísto por excelencia de Salvador Bahia, alli está el nombre con letras florecientes donde todos los turistas se llevan su foto de Salvador.
Con respecto al trayecto es corto, y te deja en el marcado de ventas .
Written January 26, 2018
cuánto cuesta el trayecto hotel festa- pelourinho? febrero 2018
dónde compro los boletos?
Written January 25, 2018
Nos llevaron d la agencia d viajes contratada. Ni idea del costo. Para usar el elevador 12 reales.
Written January 26, 2018
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