Tips for navigating COP30 in Belém
We’ve compiled the following information to keep you up-to-date on COP30, in partnership with our trusted collaborators in Brazil, Profile, and the Igarapé Institute.
This page will be updated regularly as new information becomes available.
COP30 will take place at Parque da Cidade.
A former airport being transformed into a conference venue — part of a broader effort to create a lasting legacy for Belém.
The main airport in Belém is Val de Cans International Airport (BEL).
Which is approximately a 10-minute drive from the Blue and Green Zones and 20-minute drive from TED Countdown House.
Dates
Dates
October 14-15, 2025
Pre-COP – the preliminary round of negotiations.
November 6-7, 2025
Heads of State Summit
November 10-21, 2025
The official COP30 Conference
Accommodation
Accommodation
Belém is preparing to host between 30,000 and 50,000 people.
The city has experience hosting large events, and local authorities are working to ensure there is ample space for visitors.
Finding accommodation
The Brazilian government is developing an online platform to facilitate the booking of accommodations, including homes and apartments, during COP30. It is expected to launch in July 2025.
Pricing
Brazil’s federal authorities and Belém’s hospitality sector will sign a “good conduct agreement” in April 2025 to guarantee fair pricing during COP30.
Travel
travel
Most international travelers will need to transfer through one of Brazil’s major international airports before flying into Belém.
Recommended stopover airports include:
São Paulo (GRU)
Brasília (BSB)
Rio de Janeiro (GIG)
Transportation
Transportation
Taxi apps
Ride-hailing services like Uber (particularly “Uber Black” for higher-quality service) and the Brazilian app 99 are widely available and reliable in Belém.
Shuttle system
COP30 will provide official shuttles between key hotels, venues, and the airport.
Public transport
Public and private buses are available, but will likely be crowded during COP30.
Walkability
Some neighborhoods are highly walkable, but we recommend using navigation apps for planning, especially due to the city’s heat and humidity.
Safety and security
Safety and security
While Brazil is full of incredible places to explore, taking common-sense precautions, especially in urban areas, is a good idea.
Here are a few tips to help you stay safe and comfortable.
Avoid unfamiliar areas and walking alone late at night
Especially in isolated or poorly lit areas such as near the docks, the old city center, or side streets.
Stay in
reputable accommodations
In well-known neighborhoods, such as Nazaré or Batista Campos, which are generally safer.
Keep
valuables
out of sight
Use a money belt or keep wallets, phones, and jewelry hidden.
Use
registered taxis or
ride-sharing apps
Rather than hailing cabs on the street.
Learn a few
basic Portuguese
phrases
English is not widely spoken, and knowing key phrases can be helpful in an emergency or when asking for help.
Helpful resources
Helpful resources
UNFCCC
COP30 Brazil Government
One year before COP30, Belém transforms itself to host the Climate Summit.
First Letter from the President of COP30, Ambassador André Corrêa do Lago