Rato Travel Guide
Lisbon District
Popular places to visit
Lisbon Water Museum
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Lisbon Water Museum during your travels in Campolide. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Rossio Square
See the people-packed central square whose swirling wave-patterned cobbles are thought to have inspired copycat pavements across the rest of Portugal and beyond.
Avenida da Liberdade
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home when you visit Avenida da Liberdade, a popular shopping spot in Santo Antonio. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this romantic area or seek out the local tours.
Campo Grande
You can learn about the history of Alvalade when you stop by Campo Grande. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Marquis of Pombal Square
Learn about the local history of Lisbon with a stop at Marquis of Pombal Square. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the acclaimed art galleries in this culturally rich area.
Belém Tower
Belém Tower is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, located on the northern bank of the Tagus River in the Belém district of Lisbon.
Things to do
Fado Show with Port Wine at Historic Lisboa em Fado
Lisbon: Intimate Live Fado Music Show with Port wine
Take Battle Alcobaça and Óbidos The Templar and Medieval Legacy
Top hotels in Rato
EPIC SANA Lisboa Hotel
Staff are excellent and the room is large and clean. The only suggestion is to install a door for the bath.
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Lux Lisboa Park
All great
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
Radisson Blu Hotel
everything is good except one computer can not connect to the wifi, stuff try lots of time to help, even not solve the problem but good stuff services
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
Hotel Mundial
Room was clean and the staff were friendly.
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Hotel Acta Moa- New Opening
The room was spotlessly clean, the staff was welcoming and helpful. The only complaint was the airplane noise, don't know if they are over a flight path, but very negligible since great bed to sleep on!!!
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
EXE Liberdade
Clean room, staff great and location unbeatable
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Rato
Lisbon City Center
Avenida da Liberdade and Rossio Square are top sights in Lisbon City Center, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Saldanha Station or Sao Sebastiao Station to see more sights in the area.
Príncipe Real
Noted for its gardens and cafes, there's plenty to explore in Príncipe Real. Top attractions like Avenida da Liberdade and Miradouro de São Pedro de Alcântara are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Príncipe Real Stop or Rato Station to see more of the city.
Campo Pequeno
Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Campo Pequeno. Top attractions like Campo Pequeno Bullring and Gulbenkian Museum are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Campo Pequeno Station or Saldanha Station to see more of the city.
Lisbon Old Town
Lisbon Old Town is highly notable for its stunning river views, and you might want to visit top sights like Avenida da Liberdade and Rossio Square. See more of Lisbon by jumping on the metro at São Pedro de Alcântara Stop or Elevador da Glória Stop.
Bairro Alto
You might take some time to check out the lively bars in Bairro Alto. Spend some time visiting top spots like Fado in Chiado, and catch the metro at Elevador da Glória Stop or São Pedro de Alcântara Stop to see more of the area.
Bica
Bica is a destination travellers like for its cafes, and you might hop aboard the metro at Cç. Combro Stop or Sta. Catarina Stop to explore sights like Santa Catarina Viewpoint.
