Ravenna Tours

Christian works of art abound in Ravenna, but the most fascinating examples of the city are the mosaics. Make sure you don't miss any of the fantastic mosaics with this walking tour through the streets of Ravenna's historic center. In the company of a certified guide, you will be able to admire UNESCO World Heritage monuments such as the Basilica of San Vitale and enjoy a rich commentary on art and architecture.

Discover the best of Ravenna on a private tour, and get an in-depth look at the history behind the city’s Byzantine mosaics. As you walk with just your personal group, you’ll explore the city’s early Christian monuments and the hear the stories behind them. Just note that entry fees to the monuments are not included.

The perfect pick for cruise ship passengers who are arriving at Ravenna Port—this shore excursion makes exploring Venice an effortless mission. After a port pickup, get taken to Venice where you can safely store your luggage. Then, embark on a boat tour and a gondola ride to avoid crowds and tick off top Venice sights—such as St Mark’s Square, Rialto Bridge, and Doge’s Palace.

The guides of Il Papavero are able to adapt the tour to every need and type of clientele, always creating a pleasant atmosphere and without weighing down the historical-artistic explanations. It will be an unforgettable tour!

Once you've seen Ravenna Mosaics, you won't forget them. Observe the details and jump into the stories they tell. Taste Ravenna's seafood cuisine like Fried sardines or curzul with clams. Discover the ingredients of the famous Romagna friendliness in an ancient tavern: Piadina and Sangiovese!

Take a tour of Ravenna, known as the “city of mosaics” for the colorful tile artwork adorning many of its central buildings—some of which is more than 1,500 years old. The tour begins at Piazza del Popolo, the main square in the center of the city, and continues on to the Mausoleum of Galla Placidia. You’ll also see Dante’s tomb, the Baptistry of Neon, and more.

YOU’LL BE ABLE TO VISIT 2 OF THE MOST BEAUTIFUL VILLAGES IN ITALY, JUST IN ONE DAY! It would be like coming back in the Middle Age for real! *Tour is PRIVATE* Ideal for families, group of friends, couples, solo travelers... *INCLUDING* - Pick-up & drop-off from Bologna - Transfers by comfortable private vehicle - Certified English speaker Tour Leader born and raised in the area - Lunch at Selected Typical Restaurant - Olive Oil Tasting in Brisighella, recognised as one of the “Best in the World” - Insurance coverage guaranteed by a Certified Travel Agency *THE ITINERARY* - 9.30 am Pick up from Bologna Downtown, 1 hour drive to Brisighella - Olive Oil Tasting - Rocca di Brisighella & Clock Tower visit, we’ll walk through the scenic “Donkey Alley” - Lunch at Selected Typical Restaurant - Drive to Dozza, where Art becomes Urban Landscape Stroll through the colourful Historic Center and visit the 14th Century Rocca. - 5.30 pm Drop off at Bologna

Avoid the long taxi lines and enjoy a comfortable ride in a Mercedes car, minivan, or minibus during this Ravenna Cruise Terminal to Venice Marco Polo airport. Get picked up right at the disembarking dock with a sign bearing your name. Sit back and relax as you embark on a speedy and hassle-free journey in time to check in for your departing flight. Private transfers can accommodate up to six people.

Beat the crowds of Ravenna Cruise Terminal with a pre-booked private transfer service to Venice. Meet your driver who will be ready and waiting for you when you arrive, then sit back and relax on your way to the historic city of Venice. Enjoy scenic views from your window, and get ready to make the most of your time on the next step of your journey.

Discover the major monuments and attractions of Ravenna during a private, half-day walking tour. Meet your guide for a stroll through Ravenna focused on local history and culture. See top sites including churches, tombs, and piazzas during the tour. Personalize the itinerary according to your interests and let your guide design a custom route. Maximize time in this charming town with a private tour.

During this Private Tour Silvia will make you discover the extraordinary history of the most important UNESCO sites in the city of Ravenna, from the fall of the Western Roman Empire to the Byzantine rule. Ravenna in the space of only 200 years was nominated capital three times and today its perfectly preserved mosaics leave us breathless, taking us back to the ancient glories of a bygone era. During this visit, immersed in the evocative half-light, you will have the opportunity to observe the majesty of the mosaics in a completely unique and special atmosphere outside of satiety and time.

The guided tour of Ravenna will start from the church of Sant'Apollinare Nuovo of the VI century realized by the Theodoric King of Arian religion. The second stage will be the Dante area also called the "zone of silence" dedicated to the cult and memory of Dante Alighieri. The tour continues towards the Neonian Baptistery. After the baptistery it will be the turn of Palazzo Rasponi from the heads of the Ravenna family of "Rasponi". The tour concludes with the wonderful Basilica of San Vitale of the 6th century, testimony of the Roman-Byzantine empire reunified after the Aryan period. With an octagonal central plan, the church still preserves the splendid scenes of the Old Testament and the famous panels of the imperial couple Justinian and Theodora of the Eastern Roman Empire. Next to the Basilica of San Vitale we will visit the Mausoleum of the Roman Empress Galla Placidia of the 5th century, rich in unique mosaic decorations.

Recognized with UNESCO World Heritage status, Ravenna's mosaics and architecture dazzle. But knowing who's who in the artworks and parsing the complex mix of peoples and cultures during the Byzantine era isn't easy. Skip the research and see the sights in all their glory on this walking tour with a private guide—tickets at your own expense. Learn about Justinian, Theodoric, Theodora, Dante, and more as you soak up the sights.

Get the most out of your time in Ravena by booking in an authentic culinary experience—the chance to visit a local’s home for a private one-to-one cooking class. During the experience, your teacher reveals special techniques and recipes learned from her grandmother, as you make 2–3 Italian dishes together, which you can then enjoy after the class.

Save yourself the stress of figuring out local public transport routes and make travelling between Ravenna Porto Corsini Cruise Terminal and Bologna Airport a breeze with this private transfer service. No need to worry about fixed times – the pickup is customized to your schedule and arranged in a time slot that suits you. After meeting your driver at Porto Corsini Cruise Terminal, sit back, relax and enjoy door-to-door service to Bologna Airport. We take care of you and your belongings from departure to arrival. We offer a premium service with professional drivers and a premium Mercedes-Benz minivan.

End your Celebrity Constellation cruise by Celebrity Cruises stress-free with this seamless private transfer directly from the Ravenna cruise terminal directly to Marco Polo International Airport in Venice. Meet your professional driver inside the cruise terminal building and relax during the two-hour drive to the airport, with drop-off in plenty of time to check in for your departing flight.

Ravenna, the city of mosaics… and more! Through this tour, we wish to tell you a story in which Ravenna was the stage for important events, a treasure chest, an ancient and contemporary artistic laboratory, a source of inspiration for many authors such as Dante Alighieri, Gustav Klimt and Lord Byron and some street contemporary artists such as Kobra and Blub. Starting from Piazza San Francesco, from the Zone of Silence, guardian of Dante's Tomb, and passing through Piazza del Popolo you can enter the heart of the historic center of Ravenna to learn more about what characterized a great past without neglecting its curiosities. Through this walk, we therefore want to introduce you to the spaces and actors that characterize Ravenna in a different way, traveling through history and taste: starting out to discover the "Mosaic Capital" and concluding with an aperitif in the Spritz-based covered market and typical Piadina.

Connect with the history and architecture of Ravenna through a self-guided audio tour. Set out independently at a convenient time and get access to maps and audio content. Learn about the stories behind landmarks as you see them, including the Basilica of San Vitale and Piazza del Popolo. Complete the experience with a visit to the tomb of renowned poet Dante Alighieri.

No matter what your departure time from Venice Marco Polo Airport is, rely on your professional driver to get you from the Explorer of the Seas Royal Caribbean Cruise Port to your terminal on time. Alleviate the stress of traveling from Ravenna to Venice to catch your flight and let your own private transfer take care of everything for you.

Take part in our guided tours that will take you on a pleasant walk along the main streets of the historic center of Ravenna to discover the most evocative and significant corners, famous people, anecdotes, food and wine and street art. A guided tour that starts from the Tomb of Dante Alighieri, and then deepens the rich heritage of the city, of which the 8 Unesco monuments are only the flagship. Ravenna with its basilicas, baptisteries and mausoleums tells us about a glorious past as a protagonist, in which it was capital 3 times. Entering the historic center, small buildings adorned with portals, mullioned windows, balconies and arcades, testify to the building renovation carried out during the Venetian domination. Not to mention the fact that for centuries, Ravenna welcomed illustrious people who were profitable poets and ingenious revolutionaries in these lands. So much so that even today Ravenna continues to be a source of such great inspiration.

You will be visiting some of the most fascinating sites in Ravenna, including Galla Placidia, San Vitale, and Sant'Apollinare. Our tour is specially designed to be child-friendly, with plenty of games and quizzes to keep your little ones engaged throughout the journey. We will visit Galla Placidia, a stunning mausoleum. Here, we will explore the beautiful mosaics and learn about the history of the site through fun and interactive games. Next, we will make our way to San Vitale, a UNESCO World Heritage site. We will marvel at the intricate mosaics and learn about the fascinating history behind this iconic building. Our final stop will be Sant'Apollinare, a 6th-century basilica with stunning Byzantine mosaics. Overall, our guided tour of Ravenna is the perfect way to explore this beautiful city with your family. With plenty of fun activities and engaging educational content, your children are sure to have a blast while learning about the rich cultural heritage of Ravenna.

When you’re in Ravenna, get an in-depth look at the city’s mosaics and religious architecture. With a private guide, you’ll discover both the key sites and the history behind them as you explore. Check off monuments like the Battistero Neoniano and the Basilica of San Vitale, and enjoy chatting freely with a guide whose sole focus is your personal group.

The voucher is valid for 48 hours and you can decide whether to go first to Mirabilandia or to the Ferrari Museum in Maranello Visit Mirabilandia, the largest amusement park in Italy with over 850,000 square meters. Discover its 6 thematic areas: Route 66, Far West Valley, Ducati World, Dinoland, Adventureland and Bimbopoli. There is sure to be something to excite everyone here. During your trip to Maranello, discover the museum that houses one of the most prestigious brands in the world, Ferrari. If you are a motor enthusiast, or simply want to discover the gold standard of Italian excellence, be sure to seize this exciting opportunity in the "land of the reds". The Ferrari Museum is an exciting exhibition of the past, present and future of the Prancing Horse. During your visit you can experience both the permanent and temporary exhibitions that take place. You will also be able to experience the evocative Sala delle Vittorie where the Ferrari World Champions from 1999 to today are exhibited.