Dante's Ravenna: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

4.4
(15 reviews)

45 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

Take a wander through the last capital of the Western Roman Empire, the capital of the kingdom of the Goths and the Byzantine exarchate. On this self-guided audio tour, you'll also get a taste of the power of the great republic of Venice as well as the 19th century Italian Risorgimento, all the while accompanied by some of the most famous mosaics in the world in the presence of many UNESCO heritage sites.

The tour starts in ancient Rome, with the mausoleum of Galla Placidia and then takes you after the fall to the Basilica of San Vitale. We then head through the middle ages to the 19th century, as we move to Piazza del Popolo. Afterwards, we head back to the time of the Gothic domination with the Baptistry of the Ariana before going to see an elaborate cover-up operation in the Basilica of Sant’Apollinare Nuova. Finally, we pay a visit to the mortal remains of the great poet Dante Alighieri, father of the Italian language.

What's Included

VoiceMap App for Android and iOS
Lifetime access to this tour in English
Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
Smartphone and headphones
Transportation
Food and drink
Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Before arrival, please install the VoiceMap mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. This is a self-guided audio tour that you can start, pause, or restart at any time and complete at your own pace. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.

End point

The tour ends at the church of Basilica of San Francesco. It's near the Battistero Neoniano, the Museo Arcivescovile and the Museo del Risorgimento. Outside of the city centre, you can also find the Mausoleum of Theodoric.

Itinerary

Duration: 45 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes (approximately)
  • (Pass by)

    The tour starts outside the Mausoleum of Galla Placidia. You'll have the option of going inside or moving on to the next stop on the tour.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    The tour passes the Basilica of San Vitale where you learn more about its fascinating history. You'll have the option of going inside or moving on to the next stop on the tour.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    You pass by the Church of San Domenico and briefly hear about it's history.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    You'll walk through the Piazza del Popolo on this tour.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    The tour passes by the Baptistry of the Arians where you will learn a bit about its history.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    The tour passes by the Basilica of Sant Apollinare Nuova where you'll have the option of moving on to the next stop on the tour or going inside.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    The tour passes by the Alighieri Theatre.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    The tour briefly stops on the outskirt of the Piazza Garibaldi.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    The tour takes you to Dante's tomb.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    The tour ends at the Basilica of San Francesco which is in close proximity to lots of other attractions and restaurants.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cultural Tours
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