• 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 scenes and saints, merging Roman and Byzantine artistic styles. The basilica is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
• Dante’s Tomb and Quadrarco of Braccioforte - The Tomb of Dante is the final resting place of the renowned poet Dante Alighieri, the author of The Divine Comedy. After being exiled from Florence, Dante passed away in Ravenna in 1321. The tomb is a modest neoclassical structure designed by architect Camillo Morigia in 1780.
• Archiepiscopal Museum - 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 famous for its exquisite mosaics that combine classical and Byzantine styles. The chapel notably features depictions of Christ as a warrior, reflecting early Christian iconography, and is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site.
• Battistero Neoniano (Battistero degli Ortodossi) - The Neonian Baptistery is an early 5th-century octagonal structure celebrated for its exquisite early Christian mosaics, especially the dome illustrating the baptism of Jesus. As one of the city’s oldest monuments and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it exemplifies the fusion of classical Roman architecture with emerging Christian art.
• Mausoleo di Galla Placidia - The Mausoleum of Galla Placidia is a 5th-century structure renowned 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 building features richly adorned 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.
• Basilica di San Vitale - This 6th-century basilica is famous for its exceptional Byzantine mosaics. Its distinctive 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.

• 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.