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Private tourOnly your group will participate
Overview
Ravenna, a jewel of Byzantine art, invites you to discover its splendid mosaics on a walking tour of about two and a half hours. Let yourself be guided by an official guide expert in the history of Ravenna. Discover the history hidden behind the mosaics of the Basilica of Sant'Apollinare Nuovo. Visit the Tomb of Dante and cross the beating heart of the city, the lively Piazza del Popolo. Admire the extraordinary works of Justinian and Theodora in the Basilica of San Vitale and let yourself be enchanted by the mystical beauty of the Mausoleum of Galla Placidia.
- A walking tour of about 2h30 with a Byzantine art expert
- Visit the main attractions such as the Basilica of San Vitale and the Mausoleum of Galla Placidia
- Discover the history of Ravenna and its rich culture through the mosaics
- Suitable for solo travelers, families, and small groups up to a maximum of 12 people
What's included
Guided tour led by a certified guide specializing in Roman and Byzantine mosaics
Cumulative ticket for monument entry
What to expect
Basilica di Sant'Apollinare Nuovo
45m · Admission ticket not included
Here we will meet and buy the tickets for the monuments together (excluded from the Viator cost, they cost 11.50 euros per person). I will give you a brief introduction to the history of Ravenna and we will visit this splendid Basilica built by the Ostrogothic king Theodoric.
Tomba di Dante
15m
We will see the Tomb of the Great Poet, author of the Divine Comedy, born in Florence but died in Ravenna in 1321. You will discover the incredible story of Dante's bones.
Piazza del Popolo
10m
We will see the central square of Ravenna, a meeting place for citizens for a coffee and a chat, enhanced by historic buildings and Venetian columns.
15m
We will talk about the typical products in this indoor Point of Sale in the heart of the city. We will see the pasta makers at work in the creation of fresh pasta, including the traditional Romagnoli cappelletti, we will see what piadina is and I will give some suggestions for lunch or dinner.
Mausoleo di Galla Placidia
10m · Admission ticket not included
We will visit a casket of rare beauty, the tomb of the Roman empress Galla Placidia. The mosaics have been preserved in this place for a good 1600 years.
Basilica di San Vitale
40m · Admission ticket not included
Let's conclude in style with this majestic masterpiece of Byzantine art. It is a 6th-century basilica that still allows us to be moved today by admiring the skill of the artisans and the numerous symbolisms contained within the mosaics.
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
The Basilica is in the historic center, at Via di Roma 53, it is a 5-minute walk from the train station. In front of the Basilica there is a portico, we are under it.
End point
Additional information
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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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