Ravenna Private Tour: Byzantine Mosaics & UNESCO Treasures from Venice

Highlights

• Byzantine & Roman Mosaics
• UNESCO Monuments
• Private Transportation

What's included

Itinerary

1. 1

   Piazzale Roma

   2h

   Begin your journey with a comfortable private transfer from Piazzale Roma to Ravenna. Enjoy the scenic drive as your guide provides an introduction to Ravenna’s rich history, from Roman times to its Byzantine legacy.

2. 2

   Stop 2

   15min

   Start the tour with a brief stop at Piazza Luigi Carlo Farini. Gain insights into Ravenna’s historical importance as the capital of the Western Roman Empire and later, a key Byzantine center.

3. 3

   Mausoleo di Teodorico

   30min

   Visit the Mausoleum of Theodoric, built in the 6th century by the Ostrogothic king. Admire its unique architecture, featuring a massive dome carved from a single block of limestone.

4. 4

   Basilica di Sant'Apollinare Nuovo

   30min

   Explore this basilica renowned for its early Christian mosaics, illustrating biblical scenes and Ravenna’s transition from Roman to Byzantine rule

5. 5

   Dante's Tomb

   30min

   Pay homage to Dante Alighieri at his tomb and learn about his final years in Ravenna. Visit the nearby Quadrarco of Braccioforte and the tranquil Franciscan cloisters, a peaceful oasis in the heart of the city.

6. 6

   Basilica di San Francesco

   15min

   Discover the Basilica di San Francesco, known for its flooded crypt with clear waters where fish swim among ancient mosaics.

7. 7

   Piazza del Popolo

   1h 30min

   Enjoy lunch or relax in Piazza del Popolo, the vibrant heart of Ravenna. Take time to shop for souvenirs or enjoy a coffee at a local café. Optional: Savor local specialties like cappelletti pasta or piadina romagnola at a nearby restaurant (not included in the price).

8. 8

   Mausoleo di Galla Placidia

   30min

   Visit this UNESCO World Heritage site, famed for its richly decorated mosaics, including golden stars on a deep blue dome.

Before you go

Location

30100, Italy