Ravenna walking tour: stunning byzantine mosaics (Unesco)

4.8 (4 reviews) Ravenna, Italy
Duration2h 30m
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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LanguagesEnglish, Italian
Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

Discover Ravenna, one of Italy's most spectacular cities, with this fantastic walking tour. After meeting your guide, start from the church of Sant'Apollinare Nuovo, dating from the 6th century. Then find out all about the famous poet Dante in the area named the "zone of silence", dedicated to the cult and memory of Dante Alighieri and poet's.
Continuing tour with the wonderful Basilica of San Vitale dating from the 6th century, and testimony to the Roman-Byzantine empire. With an octagonal central plan, the church still preserves the splendid scenes of the Old Testament and the famous panels of the imperial couple Justinian and Theodora of the Eastern Roman Empire. Next to the basilica, visit the Mausoleum of the Roman Empress Galla Placidiay, rich in unique mosaic decorations.

What's included

  • Visit the Basilica of Saint Vitale with its Roman-Byzantine heritage
  • Marvel at the Mausoleum of Empress Galla Placidia with its mosaic decorations
  • Visit the Church of Saint Apollinare Nuovo
  • Admire the Old Testament scenes and the panels of Emperors Justinian and Theodora
  • Private walking tour of Ravenna with licensed tour guide
  • Discover the 'Zone of Silence' dedicated to Dante Alighieri
  • Combined ticket for Church of St.Apollinare and St. Vitale, Baptistery + Mausoleum of Galla Placidia

What to expect

  1. Basilica di San Vitale
    1h · Admission ticket not included
    The Basilica of Saint Vitale, dating back to the 6th century, is a masterpiece of the Roman-Byzantine period, famous for its octagonal plan, the stunning mosaics of Emperor Justinian and Empress Theodora, and the rich Old Testament decorations, making it an icon of medieval art.
  2. Basilica di Sant'Apollinare Nuovo
    30m · Admission ticket not included
    The Church of Saint Apollinare Nuovo, dating back to the 6th century, is famous for its stunning mosaics depicting biblical scenes and processions of saints, unique examples of early Christian art.
  3. Mausoleo di Galla Placidia
    30m · Admission ticket not included
    The Mausoleum of Galla Placidia, dating back to the 5th century, is famous for its extraordinary golden mosaics, the refined Old and New Testament decorations, and its compact Latin-cross architecture, considered a masterpiece of early Christian art.
  4. Dante's Tomb
    30m
    Dante’s Tomb, located in the “Zone of Silence,” is a simple marble monument that houses the poet’s remains and serves as a place of remembrance and reflection for visitors and admirers of his work.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Outside Sant’Apollinare Nuovo church (next the ticket office)

End point

Outside Sant’Apollinare Nuovo church (next the ticket office)

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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