3-Hour Tour of Major UNESCO Sites in Ravenna
Highlights
Ravenna
architectural, archaeological, historical
Private Tour
3 Hours
Easy
English
Description
Sign up for a short tour of Ravenna and learn why this medium-sized town has earned its nickname, the Capital of Mosaics and popularity by visiting some of its beautifully-preserved World Heritage Sites, such as the Mausoleum of Galla Placidia, Basilica of San Vitale, and Neonian Baptistery. Marvel at the beauty and become familiar with the main iconographic features of early Christian mosaics.
Itinerary
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Basilica of Saint Apollinare Nuovo to Basilica of Saint Francis
- See the Basilica of Saint Apollinare Nuovo, bearing witness to the barbarian domination.
- Discover the traces of the Venetian period at Piazza del Popolo, Ravenna's main square.
- Visit the Mausoleum of Galla Placidia, built to house the Roman empress' remains and represents the classical Roman style and culture.
- See the Basilica of San Vitale, probably the most relevant Byzantine church of the West. One of the symbols of Ravenna's remarkable past.
- See the Neonian Baptistery, the most ancient monument in town, dating back to the early V century.
- See the Chapel of Saint Andrew, beautifully decorated with mosaics, where the first Christian bishops went to pray.
- Ravenna is also the town where the Florentine poet Dante Alighieri found shelter during his exile and completed his Divine Comedy. We will have a walk in the so-called zona Dantesca (Dante's zone), dedicated to the Great Poet, where Ravenna citizens keep silent to respect his memory.
- Visit the Basilica of Saint Francis, where Dante's funeral was held in 1321, to discover its fascinating crypt.
What's Included
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Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations within 24 hours before the tour -
Refund of 50% of the tour price.
Price
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This is a private tour |
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