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Best of RAVENNA on a Private Tour

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2 to 3 hours (approx.)
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Overview

Join me on an unforgettable journey through Ravenna, where I’ll guide you to 5 stunning UNESCO World Heritage Sites, each adorned with dazzling mosaics dating back to the dawn of Christianity. Step into the heart of Ravenna’s Christian and Byzantine heritage, brought to life through expert storytelling by a local specialist.

Once the capital of the Western Roman Empire, Ravenna played a pivotal role in Late Antique Europe and is home to some of the most extraordinary art and architecture of the period.

My credentials:
* Board certified tour guide and tour leader
* Master's in Sacred Art
* Degree in Preservation of Cultural Heritage
* Accredited by the Diocese of Ravenna for the “Art and Faith Itineraries”, after successfully completing a specialized training program promoted by the Archdiocese of Ravenna-Cervia in collaboration with the Pontifical Gregorian University.

*Please note: Monuments admission fees are NOT included.

What's Included

  • Private guided tour of some of the most evocative places in the city
  • Monuments combo tickets - € 12,50 per person
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Via di Roma
48020 Ravenna RA, Italy

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

Via San Vitale
48121 Ravenna RA, Italy

What To Expect

Basilica di Sant'Apollinare Nuovo

The Basilica of Sant'Apollinare Nuovo is a 6th-century church renowned for its exceptional early Christian mosaics. Built by Theodoric the Great, it features stunning depictions of biblical scenes and saints, blending Roman and Byzantine art styles. The basilica is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Dante's tomb and Quadrarco of Braccioforte

The Tomb of Dante is the final resting place of the illustrious poet Dante Alighieri, author of The Divine Comedy. Exiled from his native Florence, Dante died in Ravenna in 1321. The tomb is a small neoclassical structure designed by architect Camillo Morigia in 1780.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Archiepiscopal Museum

The Archiepiscopal Chapel, also known as the Chapel of St. Andrew, is an early 6th-century oratory built for the city's Orthodox bishops. It is renowned for its exquisite mosaics that blend classical and Byzantine styles. Notably, the chapel features depictions of Christ as a warrior, reflecting early Christian iconography. It is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Battistero Neoniano (Battistero degli Ortodossi)

The Neonian Baptistery is an early 5th-century octagonal building renowned for its exquisite early Christian mosaics, particularly the dome depicting the baptism of Jesus. As one of the oldest monuments in the city and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it exemplifies the blend of classical Roman architecture with emerging Christian art.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Mausoleo di Galla Placidia

The Mausoleum of Galla Placidia is a 5th-century building famous for its stunning early Christian mosaics. Despite its name, it likely served as a chapel rather than a tomb for Empress Galla Placidia. The small, cross-shaped structure features richly decorated interiors with mosaics of starry skies and Christian symbols, blending Roman and Byzantine artistic styles. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a masterpiece of early Christian art.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Basilica di San Vitale

The Basilica of San Vitale is a 6th-century church famed for its exceptional Byzantine mosaics. Its unique octagonal design and richly decorated interior, featuring mosaics of Emperor Justinian and Empress Theodora, make it a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a masterpiece of early Christian art and architecture.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Best of RAVENNA on a Private Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Private guided tour of some of the most evocative places in the city
  • Monuments combo tickets - € 12,50 per person

Additional Info

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

Free Cancellation

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American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

100% refund
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).

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