2 hour(s) 30 minute(s)
English
Included
Explore Ravenna’s mosaics on a guided tour with admission tickets to UNESCO sites
Visit the Church of Sant’Apollinare Nuovo, famous for vibrant biblical mosaic panels
Admire Dante’s Tomb and underwater mosaics at the Basilica of San Francesco
Learn about early Christian art at the Mausoleum of Galla Placidia
Marvel at Byzantine mosaics in the Basilica of San Vitale’s octagonal structure
€ 58.3
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Discover the world-famous mosaics of Ravenna on a small group tour led by an expert local guide, visiting UNESCO World Heritage monuments with included admission tickets. Begin at Sant’Apollinare Nuovo, a stunning basilica with colorful mosaics depicting biblical stories and the Procession of the Magi. See the Tomb of Dante next to the Basilica of San Francesco, then explore the basilica’s underwater mosaics. Continue to the Mausoleum of Galla Placidia, where intricate mosaics in deep blue tones, including the Good Shepherd, showcase early Christian art. Visit the Basilica of San Vitale, a Byzantine masterpiece with mosaics of Emperor Justinian, Empress Theodora, and detailed apse decorations, highlighting the octagonal architecture and tall dome. Conclude with free time in Ravenna’s city center and optional visits to the Neonian Baptistery and Archiepiscopal Museum and Chapel, all included in your combined ticket.
Small group tour
Expert local guide
Small groups of 8 people
Ticket Sant’Apollinare Nuovo, San Vitale, and Galla Placidia
Self-guided access to Neonian Baptistery and Archiepiscopal Museum
Transport to the meeting spot
Guided tour of Neonian Baptistery and Archiepiscopal Museum
Gratuities
Comfortable walking shoes
Bottle of water
Camera
Arrive 15 minutes before the tour; late entry is not allowed
Dress respectfully at sacred sites
Large bags and backpacks are prohibited
Sharp objects, glass bottles, and aerosols are not allowed
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
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Loved this tour (wed Oct 1st, pm). Guide was knowledgeable and really engaging- and the mosaics were wonderful
The activity was very interesting, a journey through history. Our guide Helena demonstrated great knowledge and patiently answered our questions. Recommended program in Ravenna.
Rita was an excellent tour guide. Her knowledge and enthusiasm for her historic city of Ravenna came through on the tour.
Elena (sp) was very knowledgeable , professional and personable. She had a rich background in the subject matter and an enthusiastic presentation. We enjoyed 3 of the 5 ticketed sights together, then were encouraged to visit the other two on our own. All of the churches were exquisite in mosaics and history. Beautiful choices for our visit and a beautiful city.
We had a fabulous tour with our guide, Elana. She shared her love of Ravenna, it’s history and of course the beautiful mosaics and their stories. Elena explained the process of making the mosaics as well and we were treated to a stop at a local mosaic maker for an explanation and demonstration of the process. Highly recommend this tour.
We had the BEST time cooking with Silvia in her beautiful home. She was exceptionally accommodating when our train delayed our arrival. She was welcoming and patient as we learned new skills. Her organization skills made the experience run smoothly and made it so relaxed and enjoyable. The meal was delicious and we all look forward to trying the dishes at our home. This has been the highlight of our tour of Italy and we would love to return to Ravenna to experience more of the city.
My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed our tour of the mosaics in Ravenna with Silvia. Her knowledge was excellent and she was so friendly. Touring with her was the best way to see and understand the sites.
We had a wonderful experience discovering the remarkable Ravenna with Silvia Giogoli. She met us exactly on time and for the next 3 hours we were treated like special guests with skip-the-line privileges to all the sites we visited. The mosaics are awe-inspiring, and so is her knowledge. Her pace was perfect - and she was sensitive to our vibe and our interests. She designed the best first experience in Ravenna by starting at Sant'Apollinare Nuovo and finishing with Gallla Placidia right before the grand finale of the Basilica San Vitale. We even stopped by a mosaic art studio and chatted with the students who were creating their own masterpieces. It was truly an enriching day and Silvia topped it off by letting us in on the secret of where to eat and to be sure to try the fichi caramellati (caramelized figs) with squacquerone cheese! Wow! Don’t hesitate to book her tour. She is a delight and makes you feel like you’re hanging out with an old friend.
Silvia is the way to go person in Ravenna if you want to learn about the history of Ravenna. She also offers a homemade pasta course which is a very nice experience. You can choose if you like to learn using the traditional mattarello or how to use a pasta machine. We had so much fun that we have forgotten the time. Thanks for this experience, Silvia!
Book Silvia for a great tour!!! We booked Silvia for a half day tour round the splendid mosaics of Ravenna. She was flexible to adjust the tour to personal wishes and easy to communicate. The tour itself was fantastic. Silvia made the mosaics really come to life with her in-depth knowledge en passion for the craftmanship. All questions were answered satisfactionally with great patience. Thank you Silvia for a great day in this great city!
