Take a guided walking tour of the astonishing city of Ravenna and marvel at early Christian and Byzantine mosaics from the 5th and 6th centuries. Visit the Mausoleum of Galla Placidia and other World Heritage monuments.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- COVID-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 3 hours
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- English, Italian
- Wheelchair accessible
- Private group
Experience
Highlights
- Walk through the old city of Ravenna and experience its quiet rhythm of life
- See early Christian and Byzantine mosaics of the 5th and 6th centuries
- Watch a practical demonstration of mosaic-making techniques
Full description
Explore the former capital of the Western Roman Empire and discover early Christian and Byzantine mosaics from the 5th and 6th centuries on a guided walking tour of Ravenna.
Stroll the fascinating streets of the old city center, and stop to watch a practical demonstration of mosaic-making techniques along the way. Visit the Church of S. Vitale, commissioned by the Emperor Justinian of Byzantium with masterful mosaics depicting his wife Theodora.
See the powerful Mausoleum of Galla Placidia, created to honor the resilient and colorful Empress of the Western Roman Empire. Admire the mosaics of the Neoniano Baptistery near to the ancient cathedral, and discover the tomb of the exiled poet Dante. Visit the private chapel of the Ostrogoth King Theoderic at the Basilica of Sant'Apollinare Nuovo, and more.
Includes
- 3-hour guided tour
- Entrance fees (€8.50 per person)
- Personal expenses
- Private taxi or public transportation
- Headsets (€2 per person, on request)
COVID-19 precautions
Safety measures in place
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
- Customers must keep distance in vehicles
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Traveler requirements
- Customers are required to bring and wear masks
- Customers must fill out a travel information form
- Customers will get a mandatory temperature check
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Participants
Date
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Meeting point
Meet on Piazza del Popolo in Ravenna city center.
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Know before you go
- From March 1 to June 15, there will be an extra fee of €2 for the Mausoleum of Galla Placidia
