Discover Ravenna’s rich history with a self-guided audio tour. Explore ancient basilicas, stunning mosaics, and iconic landmarks at your own pace.
Discover Ravenna’s rich history with a self-guided audio tour. Explore ancient basilicas, stunning mosaics, and iconic landmarks at your own pace.
- Colonna di Sant’Apollinare - This column celebrates the city’s devotion to its first bishop and patron saint, Saint Apollinaris. It’s an excellent place to explore.
- Basilica di San Giovanni Evangelista - The tour begins at the gate of the Basilica di San Giovanni Evangelista. Participants will learn about its history and then be guided…
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Colonna di Sant’Apollinare - This column celebrates the city’s devotion to its first bishop and patron saint, Saint Apollinaris. It’s an excellent place to explore.
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Basilica di San Giovanni Evangelista - The tour begins at the gate of the Basilica di San Giovanni Evangelista. Participants will learn about its history and then be guided through Ravenna step by step.
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Koko Mosaico - The tour includes a stop at a local mosaic shop, where visitors can observe mosaics being created.
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Palazzo di Teodorico - This small yet intriguing early-medieval structure in Ravenna was once thought to be King Theodoric’s residence. It is now understood to be a 7th–8th century gatehouse for the imperial palace complex. Its façade, featuring arches and niches, faces Via di Roma near Sant’Apollinare Nuovo. Inside, visitors can see reused Roman and Byzantine elements, along with mosaics from the underlying late-antique palace. Excavations have uncovered earlier Roman villas and an imperial residence later remodeled during Theodoric’s time, encapsulating several centuries of Ravenna’s political and artistic history.
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Giardini Pubblici di Ravenna - A wonderful spot to relax, with a rich historical background.
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Il lanciatore di fiori (Omaggio a Banksy) - Opera di Refreshink - Discover the outdoor Banksy mural mosaic and learn about its story.
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Cavallo - Opera di Mimmo Paladino - View the historic statues outside the art museum and hear their story.
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Basilica di Santa Maria in Porto - The legend of the Greek Madonna revolves around a marble bas-relief of the Virgin Mary, believed to be of Byzantine origin. This story is shared here.
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Basilica di San Francesco - A must-see location. The Basilica di San Francesco dates back to the mid-5th century, originally known as the Chiesa degli Apostoli, an early Christian sanctuary later dedicated to Saint Peter.
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Dante’s tomb and Quadrarco of Braccioforte - This is indeed Dante’s Tomb. Dante Alighieri is significant because his epic poem, The Divine Comedy, written between 1308 and 1321, is considered a masterpiece of world literature and a cornerstone of the Italian language.
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Piazza Giuseppe Garibaldi - Giuseppe Garibaldi was a pivotal figure in Italy’s history, known as a soldier, patriot, and revolutionary leader of the 19th-century Risorgimento, the movement that unified Italy into a single nation.
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Palazzo dei Rasponi del Sale - A must-visit location with a fascinating historical narrative.

- One-time purchase, never expires
- Offline maps, no signal needed
- Go at your own pace, stop and go anytime
- In-depth route to see all sites
- Engaging narration
- Fun storytelling about Ravenna’s history
- Easy to use, automatic play
- One-time purchase, never expires
- Offline maps, no signal needed
- Go at your own pace, stop and go anytime
- In-depth route to see all sites
- Engaging narration
- Fun storytelling about Ravenna’s history
- Easy to use, automatic play
- No human guide, this is a self guided tour on your walking tour app
- No admission, most spots are free, but this is all outside.
- No human guide, this is a self guided tour on your walking tour app
- No admission, most spots are free, but this is all outside.
Prepare to discover one of Italy’s most captivating historical cities, where the splendor of Roman and Byzantine eras continues to be reflected in its art and architecture. Enjoy the tour at your own pace, whenever you wish. The walking tour app guides you step by step, hands-free; simply press play and be led through history.
During this walking tour,…
Prepare to discover one of Italy’s most captivating historical cities, where the splendor of Roman and Byzantine eras continues to be reflected in its art and architecture. Enjoy the tour at your own pace, whenever you wish. The walking tour app guides you step by step, hands-free; simply press play and be led through history.
During this walking tour, delve into the stories behind Ravenna’s ancient basilicas, stunning mosaics, and monuments that have influenced centuries of European history.
Visit iconic sites such as the Basilica of San Vitale, Dante’s Tomb, and the Mausoleum of Galla Placidia, each highlighting the city’s significance as a hub of faith, empire, and creativity.
As you journey, stroll through tranquil piazzas, majestic palaces, and peaceful gardens that preserve Ravenna’s timeless allure.
Begin your tour at San Giovanni Evangelista, one of the city’s oldest and most historic churches.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.