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Your day begins with a comfortable pickup in Venice by my personal driver, who will bring you to the historic city of Ravenna. Upon arrival, I'll be waiting to guide you on an enlightening walking tour of Ravenna's major UNESCO World Heritage sites.
Once a vital center of Late Antique Europe, Ravenna is home to spectacular art and architecture from this significant era. As we meander through the historic center, we'll visit some of its most famous landmarks adorned with early Christian mosaics—still radiant in color and rich in meaning.
You'll have time to enjoy a leisurely lunch in the heart of the city, with dining options tailored to your preferences. After our tour, my driver will return you to Venice.
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"
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
In Venice, cars are not permitted, and Piazzale Roma is the only pick-up point. However, if your hotel is located outiside the city of Venice, please inform me after booking so I can notify the driver and arrange a direct pick-up and drop-off.
Itinerary
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(Pass by)
Pick-up Point: For easy recognition, my driver will be waiting here with a sign displaying your name. The journey to Ravenna takes approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes.
Admission ticket free -
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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.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
2
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.
15 minutes • Admission ticket included -
3
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.
20 minutes • Admission ticket included -
4
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.
15 minutes • Admission ticket included -
5
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.
15 minutes • Admission ticket included -
6
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.
40 minutes • Admission ticket included -
(Pass by)
After the tour of Ravenna, the driver will bring you back to Venice, dropping you off at the same point where you were picked up. The journey from Ravenna takes approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes.
Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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