{"license":"CC BY 4.0 — attribution: IsMyTripSafe.com","source":"https://ismytripsafe.com/brazil/belem","updatedAt":"2026-07-29T17:55:04.040Z","place":{"city":"Belém","country":"Brazil","countryCode":"BR","lat":-1.45583,"lon":-48.50444},"safety":{"score":49,"level":"MODERATE","answer":"Mostly — take normal precautions","saferThanPctOfCountries":39,"confidence":0.92,"caps":[],"databaseScore":51,"travellerSentiment":{"score":41,"label":"Mostly Negative","summary":"Reports suggest a low level of comfort walking alone after dark, and a significant portion of residents have experienced physical assault, indicating a general feeling of insecurity.","weightInScore":0.18,"components":[{"label":"Reported feel","score":40,"weight":0.35},{"label":"Robbery risk","score":34,"weight":0.45},{"label":"Pickpocket risk","score":58,"weight":0.2}]},"categories":[{"key":"crime","label":"Crime","score":44,"tier":1},{"key":"sentiment","label":"Traveller 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The city also experienced considerable civil unrest during the COP30 climate summit, indicating a potential for disruptions.","robberyRisk":{"level":"High","note":"Belém has a high homicide rate and reports of organized crime, suggesting a significant risk of violent robbery, particularly in less affluent areas and at night."},"pickpocketRisk":{"level":"High","note":"Pickpocketing and bag-snatching are prevalent in crowded tourist areas, markets, and on public transport."},"safeAreas":["Batista Campos","Umarizal"],"avoidAreas":["Jurunas (higher crime rates)","Sacramenta (significant crime concerns)"],"scams":["Theft and pickpocketing are common in crowded areas, especially markets and tourist sites.","Be wary of unsolicited offers of help or tours, which can sometimes lead to scams."],"zones":[{"name":"Batista Campos","level":"safe","note":"Generally considered one of the safer and more affluent neighborhoods, popular with residents and visitors."},{"name":"Umarizal","level":"safe","note":"A well-regarded area with good infrastructure, often cited as safe for residents and tourists."},{"name":"Pedreira","level":"caution","note":"Known for its vibrant market, but can experience petty crime; exercise vigilance, especially at night."},{"name":"Cremação","level":"caution","note":"A central district that can be busy; be aware of your surroundings and avoid displaying valuables."},{"name":"Jurunas","level":"avoid","note":"Reports indicate higher crime rates, including robbery and mugging; best avoided by tourists."},{"name":"Sacramenta","level":"avoid","note":"This district is frequently mentioned in safety discussions as an area with significant crime concerns."}]}}