Belém, the vibrant capital of Brazil’s Pará state, is where the Amazon meets the Atlantic — a city alive with flavor, rhythm, and rainforest energy. Its markets overflow with exotic fruits, handmade crafts, and treasures made from the forest itself.

Whether you’re exploring the famous Ver-o-Peso Market or riverside artisan stalls, here’s what to buy in Belém to bring home a piece of the Amazon.

1. Açaí Products

• Why pick this up: Belém is the birthplace of the global açaí craze. Locals have eaten it for centuries as a staple food, not just a smoothie trend. It’s rich, earthy, and bursting with energy.
• What to look for: Açaí pulp packs, dried açaí powder, or soaps made from the fruit.
• Price bracket (2025): R$25–R$80.
• Where to find it: Ver-o-Peso Market or local co-ops.

2. Pará Brazil Nuts

• Why pick this up: Harvested from deep within the Amazon, Brazil nuts are a sustainable superfood — delicious, healthy, and a true taste of the forest.
• What to look for: Raw or roasted nuts sold in sealed packs.
• Price bracket (2025): R$20–R$60 per bag.
• Where to find it: Ver-o-Peso Market or gourmet shops.

3. Amazonian Handicrafts

• Why pick this up: Indigenous artisans from the Amazon region craft stunning jewelry, baskets, and home decor using natural seeds, fibers, and wood. Each piece tells a story of tradition and respect for nature.
• What to look for: Items made from tucum palm, jarina (“vegetable ivory”), or açaí seeds.
• Price bracket (2025): R$40–R$300.
• Where to find it: Estação das Docas or artisan stalls near the port.

4. Local Spices and Seasonings

• Why pick this up: Amazonian cuisine is full of unique flavors. Spices like jambu (tingling herb), tucupi (fermented manioc sauce), and pimenta-de-cheiro (fragrant chili) define Pará’s culinary identity.
• What to look for: Sealed spice packets or bottles of tucupi and jambu oil.
• Price bracket (2025): R$20–R$60.
• Where to find it: Ver-o-Peso Market or local grocers.

5. Amazonian Gemstones

• Why pick this up: Pará is rich in natural stones like amethyst and quartz. Local jewelers craft them into elegant pieces that capture the colors of the rainforest.
• What to look for: Ethically sourced stones or small decorative crystals.
• Price bracket (2025): R$100–R$400.
• Where to find it: Jewelry shops around Praça da República.

6. Cachaça from the Amazon

• Why pick this up: Brazil’s famous sugarcane spirit gets an Amazonian twist in Belém — infused with exotic fruits and herbs. It’s smooth, aromatic, and distinctly regional.
• What to look for: Infused varieties with cupuaçu, açaí, or bacuri.
• Price bracket (2025): R$50–R$150.
• Where to find it: Local distilleries or gourmet shops.

7. Amazonian Chocolates

• Why pick this up: Pará produces some of the world’s finest cacao, and local chocolatiers turn it into rich, aromatic bars infused with rainforest flavors.
• What to look for: 70%+ dark chocolate made with wild cacao.
• Price bracket (2025): R$30–R$100.
• Where to find it: Chocolates Filha do Combu or local chocolatiers.

8. Handmade Hammocks (Redes)

• Why pick this up: Hammocks are part of daily life in northern Brazil. Light, colorful, and perfect for relaxing, they’re a practical souvenir from Belém’s riverside culture.
• What to look for: Handwoven cotton hammocks with Amazonian patterns.
• Price bracket (2025): R$100–R$300.
• Where to find it: Ver-o-Peso Market or artisan cooperatives.

9. Cupuaçu and Bacuri Products

• Why pick this up: These exotic fruits are unique to the Amazon. Their rich, tropical aroma is used in sweets, jams, and natural cosmetics.
• What to look for: Cupuaçu butter, soap, or jam.
• Price bracket (2025): R$30–R$100.
• Where to find it: Local craft stores or natural markets.

10. Regional Ceramics

• Why pick this up: Belém’s artisans create colorful ceramics inspired by Amazonian flora and fauna — perfect for adding a touch of Brazil to your home.
• What to look for: Hand-painted tiles or bowls with jungle motifs.
• Price bracket (2025): R$80–R$200.
• Where to find it: Artisan markets or Estação das Docas shops.

11. Local Coffee

• Why pick this up: Grown in the Amazon region, Pará coffee is smooth and aromatic, often shade-grown and sustainably produced. It’s an ideal souvenir for coffee lovers.
• What to look for: 100% Arabica, locally roasted beans.
• Price bracket (2025): R$30–R$70 per bag.
• Where to find it: Gourmet coffee shops or airport stores.

12. Musical Instruments

• Why pick this up: Traditional Amazonian percussion instruments like maracas and drums reflect Belém’s musical soul. They’re beautiful, cultural, and fun to display.
• What to look for: Handmade instruments crafted from local wood and seeds.
• Price bracket (2025): R$60–R$250.
• Where to find it: Local artisan markets and cultural stores.

🌴 Final Tip

Let me know in the comments if you have any other top “what to buy” ideas!

About the Author 

Colin is the founder of SouvenirsIdeas.com and a passionate traveller with a soft spot for ceramics, markets, and food tours. He writes practical, first-hand guides to help you bring home souvenirs that actually mean something — not just more clutter!