Private Ravenna Walking Tour: Discover Byzantine Mosaics, Christian Monuments and Dante's Tomb
Ravenna
Immerse yourself in the rich history of Ravenna on a private walking tour. Explore Byzantine mosaics, Christian monuments, and Dante's tomb with an expert local guide.
Duration:
3 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Ravenna - Travel time
- Dante’s tomb and Quadrarco of Braccioforte - The tomb of Dante and Quadrarch of Braccio strong the great poet Dante Alighieri was struck and fell in love with Ravenna and spent the last period of his life here. With an undisturbed silence, he finished his masterpiece, the Divine Comedy, here.
- Basilica di Sant’Apollinare Nuovo - Basilica of Sant’Apollinare Nuovo Ravenna was the capital of the Western Roman Empire and an important port of entry for the Eastern (Byzantine) Empire reflects in its art and architecture a fusion of Roman architectural forms with Byzantine mosaics and other decorations.
- Mausoleo di Galla Placidia - Mausoleum of Galla Placidia the oldest building in Ravenna built in the 5th century, the entire upper surface of the mausoleum’s interior is covered with mosaics.
- Basilica Di Sant’Apollinare In Classe - Basilica of Sant’Apollinare in Classe Sant’Apollinare in Classe has been described as the most impressive basilica of the early Christian period, and it has preserved its original splendor. It is now admired for its beautiful polychrome apsidal mosaics and ancient marble sarcophagi of archbishops, arranged along the aisles.
- Mausoleo di Teodorico - Mausoleum of Theodoric Made entirely of Istrian stone, it was built by Theodoric in 520 AD as his burial place.
- Basilica di San Vitale - The Basilica of San Vitale Ravenna is the only place in Italy where Byzantine art and architecture can be admired. The highest monument is the Church of San Vitale, built in marble and topped with a terracotta dome, exceptional mosaics depicting the Old and New Testament can be admired.
What's Included
- Round-trip private transportation between port and city center
- All entrance fees included
- Guidance from a licensed expert
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Lunch
Additional Information
Experience one of Italy’s most remarkable cities: Ravenna. An expert local guide will lead you through the tour and reveal to you the grandeur of the Byzantine mosaics, renowned Christian landmarks, and the captivating tomb of Dante. This exclusive tour offers transportation services from your accommodation or port to the heart of the city for a stress-free exploration. Along the journey, you will witness some of the city’s extraordinary sites as the guide narrates the rich history of the sites and the city itself.
Location
Ravenna
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
