• Basilica di Sant’Apollinare Nuovo - This 6th-century basilica is celebrated for its remarkable early Christian mosaics. Constructed by Theodoric the Great, it showcases beautiful representations of biblical narratives and saints, merging Roman and Byzantine artistic influences. The basilica is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
• Dante’s Tomb and Quadrarco of Braccioforte - This is the final resting place of the esteemed poet Dante Alighieri, known for The Divine Comedy. After being exiled from Florence, Dante passed away in Ravenna in 1321. The tomb is a modest neoclassical structure crafted by architect Camillo Morigia in 1780.
• Battistero Neoniano (Battistero degli Ortodossi) - The Neonian Baptistery, an early 5th-century octagonal edifice, is famed for its magnificent early Christian mosaics, especially the dome illustrating the baptism of Jesus. As one of the city’s oldest landmarks and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it represents the fusion of classical Roman architecture with nascent Christian art.
• Mausoleo di Galla Placidia - The Mausoleum of Galla Placidia, a 5th-century structure, is renowned for its breathtaking early Christian mosaics. Although named a mausoleum, it likely functioned as a chapel rather than a tomb for Empress Galla Placidia. The small, cross-shaped building boasts lavishly adorned interiors with mosaics of starry skies and Christian motifs, combining Roman and Byzantine art styles. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a pinnacle of early Christian art.
• Basilica di San Vitale - This 6th-century basilica is distinguished for its extraordinary Byzantine mosaics. Its distinctive octagonal architecture and opulently decorated interior, featuring mosaics of Emperor Justinian and Empress Theodora, establish it as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a triumph of early Christian art and architecture.

• Private guided tour of evocative city places

• Monuments combo tickets - € 12,50 per person

Embark on an unforgettable adventure through Ravenna, where an expert guide will lead you to five breathtaking UNESCO World Heritage Sites, each featuring stunning mosaics from the early days of Christianity. Immerse yourself in the rich Christian and Byzantine heritage of Ravenna, vividly brought to life by a local specialist’s storytelling.

Ravenna, once the capital of the Western Roman Empire, was a key player in Late Antique Europe and boasts some of the most remarkable art and architecture from that era.

Credentials of the guide:

• Certified tour guide and leader
• Master’s degree in Sacred Art
• Degree in Cultural Heritage Preservation
• Accredited by the Diocese of Ravenna for the “Art and Faith Itineraries,” after completing a specialized training program promoted by the Archdiocese of Ravenna-Cervia in partnership with the Pontifical Gregorian University.

Please note: Admission fees for monuments are not included.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.