Italy · Architecture

Full-Day Ravenna Architecture and History Tour with Byzantine Mosaics

1 Day Round trip from Via San Vitale Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Marvel at the Mausoleum of Galla Placidia
02 See the Basilica of Sant'Apollinare Nuovo
03 Visit the Church of S. Vitale, commissioned by Emperor Justinian of Byzantium
04 Walk through Ravenna's old city center and observe local life

Embark on this excursion to explore Ravenna, a city in the northern Italian province of Emilia-Romagna that is an art and history lover's dream, most famous for its extensive mosaics. Pay a respectful visit to the Church of S. Vitale, marvel at the Neoniano Baptistery, and walk through the old city center.

Head towards the Mausoleum of Galla Placidia, a powerful building created to honour the resilient and colourful empress of the Western Roman Empire.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Languages English, Italian

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Ravenna's Mosaics, Monuments, and Old City Center

Meet your guide at the agreed-upon location and start the tour.
Visit the Church of S. Vitale, which was commissioned by Emperor Justinian of Byzantium.
Head towards the Mausoleum of Galla Placidia, a powerful building created to honour the resilient and colourful empress of the Western Roman Empire.
Marvel at the Neoniano Baptistery, decorated with wonderful mosaics.
See the Basilica of Sant'Apollinare Nuovo, which was the private chapel of the Ostrogoth king Theoderic.
Walk through the old city center and observe the local life of Ravenna.