Museu de Arqueologia e Etnologia da UFBA

Want to uncover Salvador’s past? Head straight to the Museu de Arqueologia e Etnologia da UFBA. From indigenous pottery to colonial relics, this museum traces Brazil’s rich, layered history. The highlight? A stunning re-created mural from an indigenous village, bursting with color—and artifacts brought by African slaves, quietly speaking of resilience and legacy. This isn’t a cold display case—it’s a living time capsule, where every object whispers secrets of who we are today.